Mare Shepherd
- Actress
Maré Shepherd is a child of the Fifties. Her parent, immigrants from
Eastern Europe, chose to make Canada their home and refuge shortly
after WWII. Maré grew up on the periphery of Toronto where she attended
school and participated in Theatre Arts and drama. Maré's upbringing as
a first generation Canadian has instilled in her a strong sense of
loyalty, survival of tradition, gratitude and a commitment to
community. Maré continues to be involved in the Greek Orthodox faith
which greatly influences her continued pursuit of the "metaphysical".
Her cultural roots extended her many performing opportunities at an
early age, beginning with church and youth choirs, a local dance troop
and finally participating in drama festivals which toured, entertained
and competed across the country. Maré pursued Business Administration
and Marketing Degrees from Ryerson Polytechnical. Professionally she
secured her Securities, Certified Financial Planning and Insurance
Licenses. Working in the Financial Industry not only brought an array
of experiences both in Corporate Sales and in the Political Arenas,
but, also provided her with the ability to travel extensively in her
life. Recently, Maré has taken a leap of faith and jumped into the void
to follow her long-deprived passion into the world of "acting". She is
committed to the craft and continues to study diligently and enjoys the
evolvement of her freshly rediscovered creativity as each new process
unfolds. Maré brings to the table a "buffet of life experience", both
personally and professionally.