03. Sara Contreras
In Episode 03 of Comedy Anatomy, Masavia and Mike chat with comedian and actor Sara Contreras! Sara has been performing comedy for over 25 years. She is one of The Original Latin Divas of Comedy, now available on Netflix, and has also appeared on Comedy Central, A&E, Law & Order SVU, and more.
Sara’s early days as a comedian, a chance encounter with Prince, and the ‘90s comedy scene.
How, as a speech pathologist, Sara stumbled into a comedy career after winning a contest, and her exponentially quick rise from aspiring comedian, to landing an agent and manager in the first year.
The advantages of walking the comedy path later in life - maturity, establishing work/life balance, and knowing yourself.
The difficulty of divorce, and negotiating a comedy career while raising kids.
Finding your voice in the face of criticism and conflicting opinions.
The meaning of success, avoiding comparison, and remaining true to your own experience.
And more!
Sara Contreras
Website saracontreras.com
Twitter @LatinDivaComedy
Instagram @latindivacomedy