I’m a witty, blonde, ball of fire currently starring in two web series, “Morning Cup” and “Game Night,” and just finished principle photography on three short films with DarlaCat Productions. Next set to star in a feature film called “Beverly and Blanche” where I’ll will be playing Beverly. I’m a clown with skills in face painting, kids’ magic, and making balloon animals. And has written an e-book called “Basic Balloon Animal Sculpting: Let’s Bring Out the Inner Child” that can be found at CatMigliaccio.com/e-book.html. Also a marathon runner completing both the Oklahoma City and New York City Marathons and counting.
In the past I’ve been seen on A&E’s “I Love You to Death”. On stage I have performed in “The Resistable Rise of Fatlinda Paloka” where she received an amazing review; internationally with University of Hertfordshire Drama Club and regionally with US Actors Company. I’m a SAG-AFTRA member and attended the summer program at American Academy of Dramatic Arts (AADA). Studying commercial, audition, and on camera technique with numerous New York casting directors. Currently studying improv at Magnet Theater.
indieactivity: How would you describe your acting?
Cat Migliaccio (CM): Comedic- my idols are Lucy Ball and Gracie Allen
How did you get into acting?
Cat Migliaccio (CM): Sophomore year, my first class was acting, I moved in the middle of the year so I was the new student at school. I had to do improv and I got a suggestion, started acting, next thing I knew my classmates were laughing and that when it hit, I wanted to make people laugh! Yes, started in high school with the Drama Program, then with Don Shook as member of US Actors Company, Michelle De Long at ACTS, OKC. Moved to NYC and studied at AADA Summer Program.
Do you work based on instincts or do you use an acting technique?
Cat Migliaccio (CM): Yes I believe when acting on instinct the truth in acting comes out.
What acting technique do you use?
Cat Migliaccio (CM): I use a mixture of Meisner and Method
Describe a few wrong impressions about acting?
Cat Migliaccio (CM): That you can’t make a living off your career choice, you have to have a back up plan.
Do you still take courses in acting to increase your knowledge of your craft?
Cat Migliaccio (CM): Of course, you should always keep you skills sharp. I study with various casting directors all over NYC and since I’m a SAG AFTRA member I take classes at SAG Conservatory a program offered to SAG members. I also take improv classes over at Magnet Theater.
What books do you read?
Cat Migliaccio (CM): I love reading people’s biography. I find people’s life story interesting. Currently just finished Carol Burnett This Time Together.
How do you keep in shape as an actor?
Cat Migliaccio (CM): I keep my skills fresh with acting classes, I say positive affirmations, I have a great support of friends.
What physical exercises do you do to keep fit?
Cat Migliaccio (CM): LOL I’m a marathon runner so constantly training for next marathon. But I keep fit by taking workout classes that interest me that go beyond just a good physical workout. For example Intensati and Yoga are great for body, mind and soul. Since I live in NYC I tend to walk to where I need to go so that helps and I also believe in portion control when it comes to eating.
