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Thuliso "Liso Dingwall Actor/Singer/Spokeperson

Thuliso Dingwall

SAG/ASCAP/BMI

THE MAN

Thuliso Dingwall

Thuliso Dingwall Studied acting at Linda Townsend’s workshops quickly became apparent that he was gifted with a natural sense of timing and a desire to be exceptional. At school, on stage, he played lead roles in “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”, “Twelfth Night,” “Dark of the Moon”, “Macbeth”, “Romeo & Juliet-Romeo”, “Godspell”, “The Colored Museum–Ms. Roj”, and at Folger Theatre Washington, DC- “Remember the Porter Individual Award” and Brian Cabe Award (Best in Show).

The camera became his best friend, and print assignments for magazines, brochures, and CD-ROMs, as well as on-camera commercials, radio spots, and voiceovers for Dannon Yogurt New York State Teachers Union, were added to his resume. Film credits include principal roles in educational and industrial films and a taste of the big screen in Warner Brothers, “Gods and Generals” and HBOs, “Something the Lord Made”, “Expandable”, “Sympathetic Details” and “Toe to Toe.”

Thuliso’s most challenging role was in the 4th season of HBO’s hit series, “The Wire”. He portrayed the recurring role of “Kenard”, a troubled adolescent trying to play the street game with the big boys. A challenging role where little feet are filling big shoes as he portrayed an inner-city child caught up in the tragedy of real life on the streets. When on camera, his energy and talents bring a smile to your face or a tear to your eyes.

Succeeding this role, Thuliso accepted other roles on episodic television series such as “Law and Order, Person of Interest, Unforgettable, and America Most Wanted.” On stage, in the play “Resurrection” by Daniel Beaty, he performed the role of “Eric”, a ten-year-old who was searching for a cure for the aching hearts of black people. This play was later selected for the Helen Hayes award.

Last year, he participated in the JB Dondolo organization first annual Music for Water (MFW) competition. His music received much praise and he became the second runner-up from the first 2020 MFW Contest to win a distribution deal with Grand Mountain International Records in Germany. The MFW contest opened his eyes, realizing how serious the need for water is worldwide. He decided to join the JB Dondolo Music for Water Honorary Board” to continue his support assisting raising funds for underserved communities who desperately need access to water.

When not working in front of the camera, Thuliso loves singing, writing, and producing music projects. Thuliso has also achieved his brown belt in Tae Kwon Do and enjoys playing video games and basketball. In the church, he participates in Youth Choir, and no matter how busy his schedule, he always finds time to volunteer feeding the homeless and raising funds for the homeless shelters.

A resident of St. Louis, MO, Lacey “G Souldier” Turner has spent most of his life knowing that writing, directing, producing, and improving the world are what he was born to do. His passion goes back to his childhood, as he encountered the hardship and injustice of being black. From a young age, he learned that music, writing, and voicing his opinion were the only way he would succeed in a world that was not equally established.

Throughout the years, Lacey took every opportunity to learn and gain skills in a business that can be tough, especially as a young, up-coming, and knowledge-hungry black man. His passion is to embark on a journey in filmmaking, music, writing, and being an activist that will change the world. Lacey “G Souldier” Turner is a multi-dimensional talent and firmly believes that his hard work, creativity, and dedication will help manifest his visions into the world. Lacey strives to produce films, and music that demonstrates world issues and that one person, one voice, can and will truly impact the world. Lacey’s work is integrated into his activism to prove how much work is still to do to bring peace and human rights to the world.

Lacey’s work connects with the audience on a different level as he feels a sense of obligation to his viewers. He understands the fundamentals of filmmaking yet is also cutting edge and able to foreshadow the genre’s growth. Someone who commands attention exudes confidence but is also easy to work with. His music style is diverse, and he can create music that appeals to all audiences. He carries his talent further by writing about real-life issues and transmitting them into his activism.

His commitment to bringing positive changes to the world led him to become an advisory board member for the JB Dondolo Organization, the front leader in supporting underserved communities with water and hygiene products. The essential need in this world is water. No water – no life – no world!

THE FACTS

Thuliso Dingwall

Thuliso Dingwall is a rarity in the entertainment business, a triple threat who acts, sings and dances. A product from the streets to the big screen. What you see him do in his films, he has lived it in the streets. Not many actors fall into that category. He is a multi-dimensional actor from action to drama films he puts himself in each role. You've seen his work, which has been praised by his peers, but the best is yet to come...

HIS WORK

HBO'S THE WIRE

THE MECHANICS ROSE

TOE TO TOE

PERSON OF INTEREST

Sympathetic Details

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UPCOMING PROJECTS

MAX MEX

JUAN TYRONE GARCIA

And the

"Five Deadly Fingers Of Fury"

Spring 2023

EAGLE SQUAD VS ALIENS

HIS MUSIC

Thuliso Dingwall

LISO" is the stage name of singer, songwriter, and record actor Thuliso Dingwall. He got recognition after posting many of his songs on YouTube under the username 'Liso' and winning the Music For Water" song contest in 2020. Inspired by legendary Michael Jackson to become a singer, he was later influenced by R&B stars like The Weekend, Chris Brown, Justin Timberlake, and Neo. He started his career as an actor on the popular HBO series "The Wire" playing "Kennard". Liso will be releasing his first single in the summer of 2022. Liso is sharpening his skills and is currently working with vocal coach/producer and worship leader Teresa "Tess" Escoto.

He is currently in the studio with DC Rappers TRU and Shooda on a few projects which will also be released in fall 2022. His next release will be a collaboration with Shooda, they will be the second time they have teamed up. Last year they released "Hate The Game" an underground track that hit big in the club of Washington DC.

His new release "Hold my breath" will be released in Fall 2023 on the New Vintage label with distribution through Sony/Orchard. Liso will also be featured on The Family Of Funk's remake of a classic song from legendary The Gap band "Early In The Morning". The Family Of Funk band's leader Frank Greenfield is a multi-award winning Producer, Singer/songwriter, and former lead guitarist for The Gap Band

"On The Balcony"

Just released 5/2022

Liso as Kennard on HBO's The Wire

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Awards, Media and Nominations

(partial list)

  • Music For Water - music competition winner
  • Short film "The Mechanic" award winning film at major film festivals
  • Played the role of Kenard of HBO's series "The Wire" 18 seasons
  • Spoke's person for Vitiligo Research International (Michael Jackson's Foundation)
  • Three-times World PFolger Theatre Washington, DC – “Remember the Porter Individual Award” and Brian Cabe Award (best in show)
  • Arena Stage – Washington, DC Hartford Stage - Hartford, CT Philadelphia Theatre Company- Philadelphia, PA
  • Helen Hayes Nominee - Nominee for the play "Resurrection" by Daniel Beaty Thuliso played the role of "Eric" the son.
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Management

Jeff Arcio

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Entertainment Consultant

Vocal Coach/Producer Teresa "Tess" Escoto

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