Biography
Joan McBride, a talented actor based in Montreal, is known for her versatility in various mediums. Whether it's on stage, screen, or behind the mic, Joan's attention to detail and ability to capture nuance brings authenticity and artistic integrity to every role she takes on. In the world of film, Joan has received acclaim for her portrayal of Betty, the psychopathic church lady, in the award-winning horror film "End of the Line" by Maurice Deveraux Productions. She has also worked on the film "Woman in Car" by time's thievish progress to Eternity FILMS, a psychological drama that premiered at The Canadian Film Fest and The Cinequest Film & Creativity Festival in 2021, receiving high praise. Joan's notable credits include appearances in "Fatal Trust" by CMJ Productions, "18 to Life" by Gala Films, "Abandon" by Paramount Pictures, "God Bless This Child" by ABC Movie, and "FearDotCom" by Warner Brothers. On stage, Joan is an active member of the performing arts community in Prince Edward County, Ontario, where she has been residing since 2014. Her recent stage productions include the role of Lucy Hopperstaad in Norm Foster's "On a First Name Basis" (2019), alongside acclaimed Canadian actor John Koensgen. She has also portrayed Emily Dickinson in the one-woman show "The Belle of Amherst" (2017) by William Luce, receiving praise for her mesmerizing and moving performance. Joan's upcoming project will be with County Roads Theatre Company in September 2022, where she will be playing the role of Ruth Steiner in Donald Margulies' "Collected Stories," alongside Melissa Paulson as Lisa Morrison. To further enhance her skills, Joan actively participates in workshops with her acting coach Gilles Plouffe, self-tape audition workshops with Alex Gravenstien and Maxine Denis, and improvisation of presence workshops with Ruth Zaporah. In addition to her work in film and theatre, Joan also lends her vocal expertise and experience to voice-over commercials and video games. She has a professional home studio, equipped with a black box for recording purposes.
