Artist in focus - Raquel Marie Mason
This interview is in Raquel own words.
Brief biography about Raquel
Raquel appeared in her first local production at the age of five and has continued acting ever since.
Appearing in productions in and out of school, Raquel has worked in theatre productions where she has choreographed, written, and performed her own material in music, dance and drama.
Upon leaving school Raquel attended college continuing her education, also continuing acting and gaining more experience through attending local drama groups.
In 2003 Raquel landed her first role appearing in a BBC1 comedy, which reinforced how much she wanted to continue with the acting despite her physical disability, “If anything it’s made me more determined to succeed” says Raquel. Raquel is determined to prove to herself and others that being physically limited does not mean that you cannot fulfill your ambitions and achieve your personal goals.
This then inspired Raquel to audition for a place on a BTEC National Diploma course in acting which she completed in July 2005. “Acting is something I love and have a passion for. I am determined to continue and show people my ability to be a convincing actress without drawing too much attention to my disability.
From www.raquelmariemason.co.uk
What are you working on at the moment?
At the moment I am re drafting a script that I hope to turn into a TV production (One day) I am also trying to promote my poetry as I would love to get some of my works put together in a book. Lots of networking whenever possible. I’m going to be doing more shots for the site. 
What is a usual day for you?
I am lucky as no two days are the same for me! The only bit of routine I have is meal time washing up and feeding the dogs oh and sleeping but that’s it
If you had the chance to go back in time what film would you want to be in and why?
Honestly I have never thought about that.
What do you despise?
Arrogance, selfishness
Who is your hero?
Christopher and Danna Reeves
What is the biggest challenge as an actor today?
It to show that they are right for any part they audition for (however I think this has been paramount throughout not just today)
Do you think that the attitude towards working with disabled and deaf actors has changed over the last 10 years?
I think its got better but in my mind there’s always room for improvement( that inspired me to said up a group on facebook called There Are Not Enough Disabled Actor/Actresses In Our Serial Dramas/ tv (Spelt wrong I know but I can not change it with out deleting the group)
If you could invite any four people from the past or present to a dinner party whom would you have?
Christopher and Danna Reeves, Jayne Torvil and Christopher Dean, Amanda Donahoe, Jaye Griffiths, Art Malik, Christopher Eccleston, Alison King, Stuart Milligan (I have met stuart some years back lovely bloke). To name a few! See my facebook page for people I would like to work with.
Raquel's Facebook page
www.raquelmariemason.co.uk
