Interview With Ysa Penarejo

      I recently had the privilege to interview Ysa Penarejo who plays Toulane, Mckenna's best friend, in Mckenna Shoots for the Stars. 



Me:  What
was the audition process like for Mckenna Shoots for
the Stars?


Ysa: My audition process for
Mckenna Shoots for the Stars was made up of 3 meetings: 1st audition, callback, and mix & match. It was my first time going through the process and was very exciting. I was especially excited because it was an American Girl movie.





Me:  Did
you do all your gymnastic stunts yourself?


Ysa: I’ve been dancing and
tumbling since I was 4 ½ years old and had the opportunity to work with the
gymnastics coaches for the movie. I did have a stunt double for the movie to
reduce risks of injury and had the chance to do some of my own
moves.




Me:  Do
you feel that you're like Toulane in any way?


Ysa: I think we are all like
Toulane in that we have feelings and want to be there to help our
friends.




Me:  What
was it like being on set with Jade Pettyjohn(Mckenna) and Kerris
Dorsey(Josie)?


Ysa:  It was awesome being
on the set with Jade and Kerris. Jade is a master at her craft and Kerris is an amazing and multidimensional actor. I am very blessed to have worked with them both.




Me:  Do you like American Girl dolls?


Ysa:  I love American Girl dolls and have four: McKenna, Julie, Ivy and My American Girl. My first doll was a My American Girl doll.


 Me:  If so, what's your favorite
doll?


Ysa: I love them all and want
more!

      Ysa was great to interview!  I can't wait to see her in Mckenna Shoots for the Stars!  Hope you all enjoyed this!:D


*Liddy*