Avaah Blackwell

Avaah Blackwell is the daughter of two Canadian Military personnel. Born in Calgary, Alberta, Blackwell relocated to the Netherlands as a teen to fulfill her role as a Rotary Youth Ambassador. Later she went to Germany with her family. In 2009, Blackwell was one of 10 actors globally selected to participate in the Prague Film School's renowned "Acting for Film" program. Graduating at the top of her class, she worked as a professional actor in central Europe before moving to Toronto where she has lived since 2014. Avaah utilizes her international training and experience to infuse her work with unique physical, emotional, and mental discipline. Versatile in her character choices, Blackwell is known best for playing strong female leads, as well as interesting supporting characters. Blackwell's performances are described as "magnetic, electric and enchanting" by producers and audiences across Europe (Cannes Film Festival, The Bear Theatre Company), Asia (Pi Fan) and North America (12 Monkeys, Los Angeles International Short Film Festival, New York City International Film Festival, Calgary International Film Festival, Golden Panda, Studio 35 Festival, et al.). Blackwell's exceptional comedic performance in the Winnipeg Fringe Festival earned her recognition from CBC. Blackwell's love for improvisation and comedy allows her amiable personality to shine both on and off camera. - IMDb Mini Biography By: Manager