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Description

Dynamic and versatile, I am a seasoned professional actor and vocalist (Mezzo-Soprano) delivering captivating, polished performances for audiences around the globe. Whether taking center stage or supporting high-profile corporate and entertainment productions, I bring deep stage presence, strong vocal range, and seamless adaptiveness to every project.
Services Offered:
Stage & Theater: Principal and ensemble roles for theatrical productions, staged readings, and national or international tours.
Cruise Ships & Theme Parks: High-energy production shows, featured vocal sets, and immersive ... atmospheric character performances.
Trade Shows & Corporate Events: Engaging live spokesperson services, hosting, brand representation, and scripted presentations.
Award Ceremonies & Charity Events: Professional event hosting/emceeing and keynote vocal performances.
With a commitment to absolute professionalism, quick direction turnaround, and memorable storytelling, I elevate any live event. Available for local, regional, and worldwide bookings.
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Biography

Leesa Castañeda is a multi-talented actor, singer, playwright, and director with over 25 years of professional experience across stage and screen. A versatile Mezzo-Soprano (G3–F5), she combines exceptional vocal power with a captivating stage presence that elevates live productions, corporate events, and scripted storytelling worldwide.
Beyond her work as a principal performer, Leesa brings a sharp, well-rounded artistic vision to the industry as an accomplished playwright and director. Known for her total professionalism, quick direction turnaround, and creative leadership, she excels ... at shaping compelling narratives both in front of an audience and behind the creative table. Read More

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Experience

With over 25 years of experience across regional theater, cruise line entertainment, television, and film, I deliver captivating, professional performances for audiences worldwide. As a Mezzo-Soprano vocalist (G3–F5) and actor, my background spans principal stage roles, network television, and live event hosting.
Core Credits & Highlights
Cruise Lines & Immersive Shows: Inaugural cast performer for Disney Cruise Line-Disney Treasure: Plaza de Coco.
Regional Theater & Stage: Principal credits at major regional venues including the Guthrie Theater, Orlando Shakes, and Garden Theatre. Prod ... uction highlights include Somewhere, A Streetcar Named Desire, Sweeney Todd, On Your Feet, and Next to Normal.
Television & Film: On-screen network television and film credits including One Tree Hill (The CW), SeaQuest DSV (NBC), Sheena, Taina (Nickelodeon), and Oscar.
Corporate & Theme Parks: Extensive work across trade shows, corporate events, and major theme parks, delivering live emceeing, scripted spokesperson hosting, and brand representation.
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Previous Clients

Universal Studios Florida, Walt Disney World (all parks), Disney Cruise Lines, Orlando Shakes, Guthrie Theatre

Suitable for

Awards Ceremony Charity / Fundraising Event Concerts / Tours Cruise Ships Holiday / Theme Parks Theaters / Stage Trade Show / Exhibitions Virtual Event

Acting Experience

FILM & TELEVISION (SELECTED)
One Tree Hill Supporting Gregory Prange / WB
Sheena Guest Star Jon Cassar / TriStar
Taina Guest Star Kim Fields / Nickelodeon
Sudden Terror Co-Star Paul Schneider / ABC
SeaQuest Guest Star Anson Williams / NBC
No Charge Co-Star Carmen Treffiletti / DME
Oscar Supporting John Landis / Touchstone
THEATRE (SELECTED)
Somewhere Inez Candelaria (u/s, perf.)-Guthrie Theater
In The Heights-Camila-Orlando Shakes
Nine- Saraghina-CFVA
On Your Feet-Gloria Fajardo-Garden Theatre
Next to Normal-Diana-G.O.A.T
A Streetcar Named Desire-Blanche-G.O.A.T
Sweeney ... Todd-Mrs. Lovett-Bay Street
La Reina Yolanda (Solo Show) -Yolanda (playwright)-Fringe Festival/Touring Show
El Wiz-Anita / Bruja Mala-Orlando Shakes
The Ritz-Googie Gomez-Bay Street
Orpheus Descending-Lady-Dark Side of Saturn Prod.
9 Parts of Desire-Layal-Empty Spaces Theatre
The Spitfire Grill-Effy-Mad Cow Theatre
CRUISE LINES
Plaza de Coco Mamá Imelda/Abuelita Elena Disney Treasure
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Physical Characteristics

Additional Information

STCW Basic Safety Training Certified (Valid through October 19, 2029)

Virtual Services Offer

Acting Coach

Audition prep, custom monolouge sourcing & prep, self-tape feedback and song interpretation.