Manna Nichols-Wong is an actress based in NYC. She fell into the industry thanks to (positive) peer pressure from friends to overcome her shyness. After shifting from biology/premed major to music education, she’s gone on to perform in the Lincoln Center’s First National Tour ofThe King & I(Tuptim), Arena Stage’sMy Fair Lady(Eliza Doolittle), as a vocalist for Disney’s live actionBeauty & the Beast, and is currently working in City Center Encores’Dear World(Ens. and Nina u/s)! As a multiracial artist, Nichols-Wong continues to challenge the way the industry perceives performers like her and contributes to change with her onstage presence. Her advice to young artists? “Get as much experience as you can, anywhere that you can… do whatever makes you happy – even if it doesn’t seem popular.” Read on to learn more about Manna Nichols-Wong and what makes her an Amazing Asian in the Arts!
Sierra Puett is a dancer, gymnast, actress, director, and choreographer based out of Los Angeles! Her versatility has allowed her to create in many aspects of the entertainment industry...
