Meet Sarah Cabrera | Actress

We had the good fortune of connecting with Sarah Cabrera and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Sarah, why did you pursue a creative career?
When I was a little girl, I saw two movies that changed my life forever; The Sound of Music and Mary Poppins. Watching Julie Andrews sing and dance and bring joy on the big screen was inspiring and electrifying. I knew instantly that I wanted to have that life, a life full of performance, wonder, and make believe that brings joy and inspiration to others. My dreams quickly took shape and had new purpose. Ever since, I’ve worked very hard to make those dreams come true and I have spent most of my life performing, both on screen and on stage. I formed an undying love for film, television, and especially theater at such a young age and I still love being in plays, going to the movies, and going to the theater whenever I get the chance. The opportunity to be creative and share what I have with the world continues to be an exhilarating sensation that I will always continue to chase.

Alright, so let’s move onto what keeps you busy professionally?
I’m a really warm and sensitive person, which I think is a big resource to rely on when you go to perform. Life isn’t always easy, and so when you can draw from a deep well of emotion, I find that’s helpful in being able to bring characters to life and make them feel authentic to the audience, even if you haven’t had the exact same experience as the character you’re playing. I’ve worked very hard in my career and haven’t found it to be a smooth an easy journey. I’m always working and training to hone my acting craft, and I have found that work beneficial over the years. My training has included formal schooling from wherever I was at the time. In London, I’ve studied at The Academy Drama School and The Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA). I’ve also studied at the Lee Strasbourg Theater and Film Institute in LA and with another favorite teacher of mine, Tom Todoroff, with whom I’ve studied over the course of many years. Chris Thorpe, a London theater director, has also been a great mentor. All of the hard work and study have taught me that you always have to be improving your craft. You truly never know when your next role will come and staying confident through mastering your skills has been at the heart of my approach. I’m really proud of the theater work that I’ve done, including performing in shows on the West End and Off-West End like The Road (my West End debut at Theatre Royal Drury Lane) and Skeletons. The world should know that I’m a big hearted, passionate, fun loving, tough cookie that is always ready to put on a show and, hopefully, bring a big smile to your face. Speaking of smiles, I’m very excited to share that I have a new leading role coming in 2025 as “Lola” the British Dog in the hit YouTube animated series The High Meows®, produced by the US animation house Voffla®.

If you had a friend visiting you, what are some of the local spots you’d want to take them around to?
I have so many favorites, this will be tough not to include everything! Ok, here it goes…for dining, I definitely have some great spots that everyone should try. I really enjoy breakfast and brunch on the weekends, so Milo & Olive in Santa Monica is a proper can’t miss. Glorious pastries, wonderful coffee, warm and savory meals, and a great staff that makes you feel like family. Another weekend morning favorite is the Malibu Farm at the Malibu Peer. Fabulous food with an incredible view of the ocean. To enjoy a great meal and watch the waves break and see the surfers, it is a quintessential LA setting. For dinner, there’s a lot to choose from, but I’m a big fan of some of the great West Hollywood Italian restaurants. Angelini Osteria is a delight and from start to finish it feels like you’re in Italy and enjoying food from a real Italian kitchen. I have a massive sweet tooth, so I highly recommend AO’s tiramisu – it does not disappoint! I’m also a fan of great French Fries, so another essential LA food stop is Carney’s. The big yellow trains on Sunset and Ventura have been in LA for nearly 50 years and are always a hit with out of town visitors when they feel like having a burger, a hot dog, and some fries. For places to see, I’m fond of the classics – The Hollywood Bowl, the Greek Theater, the Griffith Park Observatory, and the Getty Museum. These aren’t some of the best spots in LA, they’re some of the best places to visit in the world! The Bowl is a singular concert venue, an escape in the Hollywood Hills with an iconic stage, incredible sound, and where every musician dreams of playing. John Williams’ Night at the Movies is about as LA as it gets, getting to hear the master of movie music play a laundry list of Oscar winning film scores. Walking into the LA night after hearing the Indiana Jones theme is unforgettable! The artfully sculpted gardens at The Getty are photo worthy and so different from what you can experience at an art museum anywhere else. Classic works of art inside and breathtaking views of the city outside make the Getty unforgettable. For a sample of LA nightlife, I love spending time at the Chateau Marmont. You never know who you’ll see when you’re there and the cocktails are delicious! I’ve stayed at the Chateau a few times and I love the old school style and history of this famous Hollywood hideaway. Lastly, and without shame, I’m a sucker for shopping (and more good food), so a visit to The Grove and The Farmers Market is another great option for visitors. The Farmers Market (and Du-Pars) are such a great part of LA history, that it’s fun to cruise around the market booths, enjoy some fresh produce and artisan candies and desserts, get some great pancakes from Du-Pars, and then tack on some fancy shopping at all of the great shops in The Grove. That reminds me, another food favorite is Blue Ribbon Sushi at the Grove! A perfect half of Dinner and a Movie as it’s right next door to the AMC theater at the Grove. For my vegan friends, Gracias Madre is a fabulous vegan Mexican restaurant with great chips and delicious cocktails. There’s so much more, and I could go on, but maybe I’ll save some so my friends can still be surprised when they visit!!

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
My mom (Ann) deserves a HUGE shoutout and a great deal of credit for my career path and my story. My creative instincts started at a very young age when I began ice skating at the age of 7. When she saw that I had some talent, my mother embraced and nurtured it in a fabulous way. She always made time to get me to the rink to practice, and she was always there to see me skate in shows and competitions. She was so supportive of my creative instincts, it made me feel like I was on the right path and that I had a champion behind me telling me that I could do anything. My mom’s warmth and vibrance elevated my early efforts and shone through to others. I lost my mom at a young age, but she gave me so much love and support early on that since she has been gone, I always have my mom in mind when I’m performing, picturing her cheering me on from the audience. My grandmother (Gwen) also deserves a shoutout, as she was a really colorful and well-traveled character (who wore very wild and colorful outfits) who did her best to further encourage my creative instincts. My middle names are Ann and Gwendoline, which is so fitting, as I feel like I have been defined in great part by these two wonderful women whose names I share. One last shoutout goes to my older brother, John. I tried to get him to perform scenes from Mary Poppins with me (sorry John!). While he wasn’t up for singing A Spoonful of Sugar with me, he would make fun of me while listening to me give it a go, but he was always encouraging me to keep at it and do my best.

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Jemima Marriott