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@debradeliso

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Award-winning theatre/film actor, director, writer. Guided over 800 solo plays. Teaches at USC Walk a Mile Works Theatre to Film Production Co.

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Simi Film Fest treats their filmmakers like stars!

A limo ride to the theater, followed by red carpet interviews! We’re so excited and honored to be here with all the wonderful Simi Fest folks, celebrating our nominations for Best Ensemble and Best Song Placement!

It was such a special experience getting interviewed on the red carpet about our Best Ensemble nomination alongside some of our talented cast members.

Even more special was being reunited with Michelle Michaels, after making The Slumber Party Massacre together over 40 years ago! And what a gift it has been to form such a deep friendship with Elizabeth Wu, who first walked into my acting class years ago. It’s wonderful being able to cast talented friends in a project about people coming together.

A huge bravo to Philip D’Arbanville for his courage to play an accordion player AND an LSD-tripping hippie in the movie!

Bravo to all of our brave and talented actors who helped bring our movie to the screen.

We’re so grateful to be part of the Simi Film Festival and can’t wait for our Wilma, Wu, and a stripper named Lorraine screening Tuesday night at 9 PM!

Ticket link in bio

PC📸: @guibittencourtphoto

#simivalleyfilmfestival #indiemovie #filmfestival by @debradeliso

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Hello, friends! There is still time to support our short film, Now Presenting: “Woman,” on Seed&Spark!

We are so grateful for everyone who has supported and shared our campaign so far. Every contribution helps us get one step closer to bringing this story to the screen.

You can find the Seed&Spark link on my Instagram Story and in the @nowpresentingwoman bio.

Thank you for believing in this film and helping us bring it to life! by @debradeliso

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We are incredibly honored to share that Wilma, Wu, and a stripper named Lorraine has received two nominations at the Simi Film Fest!

🏆 Best Ensemble
🎶 Best Song Placement

Best Ensemble is one of the most meaningful categories we could be recognized for because community is at the heart of this film. This nomination celebrates the incredible cast who brought the story to life and the dedicated crew whose work supported every moment on screen.

Thank you to our entire cast and crew. This recognition belongs to all of you!

There is only ONE WEEK left to get your tickets for our screening:

📅 Tuesday, September 15
⏰ 9:00 PM
📍 Simi Film Fest

Our world premiere sold out, so we encourage you to get your tickets soon. We would love to celebrate these nominations with you!

Get your tickets through the link in our bio. 🎟️

#simifilmfest #filmfestival #indiefilm by @debradeliso

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I’m honored to announce that I have been selected to speak at the G-Woman Summit 2027 in Maryland!

I joined G-Woman Media two years ago, and I am incredibly grateful to be given the opportunity to speak at their annual global summit. G-Woman Media is an extraordinary multimedia organization that amplifies women’s voices through radio, television, and magazine platforms.

This year’s theme is “Future-Makers: Women Building the New Global Pathways.” I look forward to joining gifted, genius, and game changing women from around the world for this inspiring event.

📅 March 4–6, 2027 📍 Turf Valley Resort, Maryland

Please visit the website to learn more!

#gwomansummit2027 #futuremakers #womeninleadership by @debradeliso

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Join me tomorrow for a live conversation with G-Woman Media co-founder and host Frankie Picasso. We’ll explore the experiences that have shaped my work as an actor, writer, director and educator, as well as my passion for helping artists discover and cultivate their highest potential.

🎙️ Voices of Influence #26: Meet Debra De Liso
 📅 Tuesday, August 11
 ⏰ 9:00 AM to 9:30 AM PDT
 📍 Event access is provided after registration

RSVP through the link in my Story and in my Bio to receive an email reminder before we go live.

Feel free to also send a DM if you need the link sent to you.

I hope you’ll join us! by @debradeliso

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2 months ago

Now Presenting: Debra De Liso (Director/Producer)🌹

#nowpresentingwoman #woman #shortfilm #director #producer by @debradeliso

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Today marks an important milestone in the evolution of G-Woman Media.

We are proud to announce the formation of the founding G-Woman Advisory Council—a distinguished group of 16 visionary leaders selected from our IV League Partners to help guide the strategic growth, global impact, and long-term legacy of our organization.

These remarkable women represent a wealth of experience across industries, cultures, and continents. Together, they will serve as trusted advisors, strategic ambassadors, and thought leaders, helping ensure that G-Woman Media continues to amplify women's voices while remaining true to our mission and values as we continue building a world-class media ecosystem owned and shaped by women.

Here are the 16-member advisors on the council representing platforms, regions, and sectors.

Platform Advisors (6)👇🏼

↪️Magazine - Tash Durkins, CPC
↪️Radio - Sandra A.
↪️TV - Tanya Smith
↪️Community - Nadine S.
↪️Events - Paulina Lopez
↪️Studio - Eve Richards

Regional Advisors (4)👇🏼

↪️Americas - Shirley Enebrad
↪️Africa - Natalie Fort (CH)
↪️Europe - Jennifer Evans
↪️Asia - Parineeta Mehrra

Sector Advisors (4)👇🏼

↪️Business - Jess Sato
↪️Leadership - Pauline Crawford PHD Entreprenology
↪️Social Impact - Vijaya Balaji
↪️Sales - Carla Watt

We are equally pleased to announce the Council's leadership:

↪️Debra De Liso has been appointed Chairperson.
↪️Patty Farmer has been appointed Vice Chair.

Their leadership, wisdom, and unwavering commitment to empowering women make them the ideal team to guide this inaugural Council.

To each of our sixteen founding Council Members...

Thank you for believing in this vision.

Thank you for investing not only your resources, but your expertise, leadership, and heart.

Together, we are building more than a media company. We are building a global ecosystem where women own the platforms, shape the narratives, and create lasting opportunities for generations to come.

Please join us in congratulating the inaugural G-Woman Advisory Council!

The future is brighter because of the women building it together. by @debradeliso

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Dances With Films Festival premier recap

Thank you to @danceswithfilms and to everyone who came to watch Wilma, Wu, and stripper named Lorraine.

Written and directed by Debra De Liso

#danceswithfilms by @debradeliso

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3 months ago

Now Presenting: “Woman”

#nowpresentingwoman #woman #doll #shortfilm by @debradeliso

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One unforgettable story 🌵

Wilma, Wu and a stripper named Lorraine

We’re thrilled to announce that Wilma, Wu and a stripper named Lorraine will have its world premiere at the Dance With Films Festival on Sunday, June 28th at 5:00 PM.

🎟️ Tickets are available now — link in bio

Written and Directed by Debra De Liso

Starring
@debradeliso
@madamewu555
Alexandra De Liso Bobo @serenity_fairywear
@timewinters
@christopher.fairbanks
@johnny_paddio
Matt Valenti
@shaun.ritter
@patrickivison

and Colleen Camp

Associate Producers
Suzanne Paschall
Roz Wolf @rozwolfpr

Executive Producer
Donald V. Smiley

Produced by
Susana Armendariz
Debra De Liso
Ryan Rude
Donald Smiley
and Elizabeth Wu

Crew
• Director of Photography: Ryan Rude
• Production Designer: Thomas Brown
• Editor: Elisa Cohen
• Assistant Editor: David White
• Music Director: David Raiklen @raiklen
• Music Supervisor: Gregory Kupka
• Score Mixer: Michael Aarvold
• Sound Designer: Colin Adair
• Post Production Producer: Tierney Boorboor @gothikhouse

Special thanks to our entire cast and crew, both listed and unlisted, whose talent, dedication, and hard work brought this story to life. See you at the festival!

#DanceWithFilms #dwf #filmfestival #dwfla by @debradeliso

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@wilmawulorrainemovie - Winter 2024/25

Writer/Director: @debradeliso
Cinematographer: 🤠
Colorist: @alexlakin_dp

Camera & Lighting from @echoparkcamera
Shot on @canonusaprovideo @canonusa C300 MKiii #shotoncanon
Lenses by @sigmacine taken in California USA by @debradeliso

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Ever feel trapped? 😔 I created Lamp Dance to explore the fantasy life inside a lonely woman. What's your hidden dance? ✨ Ready to express it? Enroll now! #SoloPerformance #TheatreHealing #MonologueMagic #DanceTherapy by @debradeliso

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