Author: Dennis Pearson

Actor. Writer. Producer. Storyteller.
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Babalu Selected for Tribeca Festival — Dennis Pearson

Actor Dennis Pearson in Babalu at Tribeca

Babalu, an audio drama centered on Asian American women and mental health, has been selected for the Tribeca Festival as part of this year’s audio showcase.

Created by Kimberly Truong, the series has already reached a wide audience, with over 50,000 downloads and continues to resonate through its specificity, care and perspective.

Dennis Pearson appears in a supporting role as part of the project’s ensemble.

“I’m grateful to be part of something this intentional,” Pearson said. “The care behind Babalu was clear from the beginning and it’s meaningful to see that work recognized on this level.”

The series will be presented live in New York on June 9th as part of the festival’s official programming.

For more information and tickets, visit:
https://tribecafilm.com/films/showcase-list-texture-2026

Actor Dennis Pearson in Babalu at Tribeca
Babalu at the Tribeca Festival
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FINISH THE PICTURE

DENNIS PEARSON'S BETWEEN THE LINES: 02 ON SUBSTACK

Between the Lines: 02


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Introducing BETWEEN the LINES: A new kind of Space on Substack.

Dennis Pearson's Substack: Between The Lines

I’m starting something new. Between the Lines is a Substack where I’ll be exploring craft, responsibility and the work that happens when no one’s watching. Sometimes I’ll write about roles that shaped me. Sometimes about the tension between building a career and building a legacy. Sometimes I’ll bring other artists into the conversation. Always, I’m trying to see more clearly.

First essay is live now.

Check it out here: BEWTWEEN THE LINES

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New Feature — Babalu Audio Drama (Now Streaming)

Dennis Pearson featured in Season 1 of Babalu, now streaming on Apple and Spotify

We’re excited to share that Dennis Pearson appears in the audio drama podcast Babalu, now available to listen to on platforms like Apple Podcasts and Spotify!

Babalu is a compelling serialized drama produced by Uneasy Tiger, exploring family, memory, and the inner life of a woman long gone through the intimate discovery of cassette tapes she left behind. The series has been featured in the Apple Podcasts charts and has resonated with listeners for its emotional depth and cinematic storytelling. Apple Podcasts

Dennis is featured in Season 1, contributing his voice to this richly layered narrative.

🎧 Babalu is available wherever you listen to podcasts — we encourage you to check it out, subscribe, and share.

➡️ Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more.

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New Work: Optimum Mobile x iPhone 17 Pro Commercial

Dennis stars in the latest TV campaign for Optimum Mobile promoting the launch of the all new iPhone 17 Pro.

The commercial is now airing across TV and digital platforms.

Watch the digital spot here.

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Interview with Actor Dennis Pearson in Canvas Rebel

Dennis Pearson Canvas Rebel Magazine Interview
Actor Dennis Pearson in Canvas Rebel

Hey tribe!

I had the pleasure of being featured in Canvas Rebel Magazine where I discuss a bit of my journey, my creative mission and also offer some insight on how one can get started in this business. Check out the full interview titled MEET DENNIS PEARSON here:

https://canvasrebel.com/meet-dennis-pearson/

Thank you as always and until next time, stay blessed.

Much love always,

-DP

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LA Times Best Plays of 2022: Blues for an Alabama Sky Review

Dennis and the cast

Blues for an Alabama sky named one of the Best plays of 2022 by LA TIMES

I’m so full of gratitude this morning.

In a year where many audiences were adjusting to the idea of returning to the theatre following the pandemic, artists working in LA turned in some truly fantastic performances. (I personally LOVED and was inspired by Sir Simon Russell Beale’s brilliant performance in the epic LEHMAN TRILOGY production at the Ahmanson.)

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Unlocked: Tribeca Festival Finalist 2022

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Dennis Pearson staring at a computer with Lowam Eyasu
Unlocked starring Dennis Pearson, Lowam Eyasu and Bianca Gisselle nominated for Best Branded Film at Tribeca

What an honor.

“Unlocked” has been named a Tribeca Film Festival #TribecaX Finalist in the Immersive category for being one of the best branded films of the year. Starring Dennis Pearson, Lowam Eyasu and Bianca Gisselle.

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Experience Phylicia Rashad’s Bold Direction in Blues for an Alabama Sky

Dennis Pearson and Phylicia Rashad
Blues for an Alabama Sky directed by Phylicia Rashad at the Mark Taper Forum

Harlem, 1930. Where the Blues are getting bluer and the gin is running dry.

A free-spirited Cotton Club singer has just been fired with nowhere left to go but down. So, she turns to her best friend, an extravagant costume designer with plans to dress Josephine Baker in Paris. Maybe they can run away together. Or maybe the handsome southerner that just came knocking can offer an even better life. But the saxophone dreams of Harlem rarely end as smoothly as they start.

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Watch Unlocked: A Thrilling Data Adventure

Unlocked is a 2022 Tribeca X Award Finalist

Follow the data and unlock the truth.

Watch Unlocked, an action-packed interactive Branded Film starring Dennis Pearson, Lowam Eyasu and Bianca Gisselle streaming only on Peacock premiering 2/18/2022.

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