Age: 33
female
Amrit Kaur is an actor and writer; since graduating York University with a BFA in Acting (2015), she continues to study her craft with coaches Michele Lonsdale-Smith and Stephen Park at the Lonsdale Smith Studio in Toronto. She loves making and watching art at the L.S. Studio, enjoys reading plays, volunteering with the South Asian Women’s Centre, playing the piano, practicing poi performance art, and is writing her first play, Hummingbird, under the guidance of Marjorie Chan and Cahoots Theatre’s TCR Hothouse Program. Her favorite performances include Charlize Theron in Monster, Aamir Khan in Lagaan, and Cynthia Erivo as Celie on Broadway’s The Color Purple. She loves to travel and hopes to, one day, make and share impassioned art with all the artists she loves so much around the world.
Amrit Kaur
Journalist Barbie
for Journalist Barbie in Barbie (SNL edition)
Suggested by juleswb
Satisfied with her accomplishments, Barbie, the impeccable fashion icon and absolute style setter, is basking in her glory, believing she has resolved all issues related to feminism and equality. But life is full of surprises, even in glittery, plastic-fantastic Barbie Land. As a result, her contented life soon takes a detour when irrepressible thoughts and uncertain feelings start to weigh Barbie down. Now, sensing that something strange is happening between her bubblegum-pink home and the mysterious physical world, Barbie has no choice but to take the risk or lose the chance. As the blonde fashionista sets out on a noble quest for enlightenment, Barbie must confront her fears and anxieties to restore balance and make Wednesdays perfect again. However, the journey is long and challenging, and there is no guarantee that Barbie will find the answers she seeks. And what about handsome Ken, sweet Barbie's devoted admirer? Has anyone even bothered to ask him how he feels?
