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Kim Wilson, MURDER on 777 EVENING STREET

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A classic "Whodunit" short film with Shelley portraying the vampy Kim Wilson, caterer of a large event held at The McConnell Arts Center, where two murders have occurred.  Was it the caterer, the janitor or the director of The Arts Center?

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Watch MURDER at 777 EVENING STREET here!

Murder at 777 Evening Street from Ondo Media on Vimeo.

Maria McDougal, THE BOX

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Known as the '"prissy, gold-digging wife", Maria McDougal is portrayed by Shelley in a short film about two brothers fighting over an inheritance left buried by their father in a short film created for the Columbus 2012 48hr film festival. Produced by She Million Productions, the film was directed and edited by John Ondo, and Shelley was the executive producer.  Written by Doug Hughes and Rochelle Young, the story is a compelling portrayal of relationships and greed.

Supporting Actress, Pastime

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Set in the future, but times have changed, and all resources have gone scarce, this short film by Andrew Ina looks like it was shot 50 years in the past.  With a collapsed economy, no electricity, no cell phones, and no video games, a depressed society has nothing left but each other and enjoying America's favorite pastime, a neighborhood baseball game.  Shelley plays a mom and friend of a mom watching their kids play baseball from the bleachers.

Natalie, The Convincing

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Shelley is the lead actress playing the role of Natalie, co-starring with actor, Chris Owens, in this short film written and directed by Brian Southers.  This short film asks the question, "What if a child had to be convinced to be born before the child was born?"  Natalie and her husband, Allen, have a rare opportunity to do this convincing.  Will they be able to convince an unborn child to come into this world with them?

Sara Carpenter, Mistakes Unmade, by Lauriana Films

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Shelley is the lead actress, co-starring with Mark Lucas, in this multi award-winning short film created for the Columbus 48 hour Film Festival by Corey Aumiller and Andrew Ina of Lauriana Films.  This riveting 7 minute film was written, shot, and edited all within 48 hours.  Goto Shelley's Media page to view the film.  Pictured here are the entire cast and crew that brought the magic to this dramatic and beautiful film.  "Mistakes Unmade" won best directing, best cinematography, best use of character, 2nd runner-up for audience choice award, and 1st runner-up for best overall.

Navy E-7 Chief Petty Officer, American Forces Network

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In December 2009, Shelley travelled to Nashville to work with Film House, the largest film production company in Tennessee and the largest producer of films for the U.S. government, on a television production for the U.S. Department of Defense about healthy weight loss and the ineffectiveness and dangers of fad dieting.  The commercial spot will be aired world-wide on American Forces Network.

Fad Diets Don't Work from Shelley Johnson on Vimeo.

Scarlet La'Rue, "Of Sound Mind and Dead Body",
The Murder Mystery Company

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Murder, mystery and magic take center stage at The Murder Mystery Company's most popular show. One of the world's foremost magicians dies during his own act, leaving millions up for grabs. Who will receive the money from the late Great Scott and which greedy character is responsible for his death?

Shelley plays Scarlet La'Rue, the only one at the party who can seduce the truth out of any man, in this fun, interactive, murder mystery party.

Tabatha Stone, DARK TARGET

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Shelley is a supporting actress in the feature-length film, DARK TARGET, a Cinema Lexzikon film.  Shelley  plays the faithful and loving mountain wife, Tabatha Stone, to her dearly beloved Mountain Jack Stone, played by John Cory Stringer.  Their lives are drastically about to be changed when Mountain Jack Stone meets ex-CIA agent, Daniel Kane, played by Brian Spangler, and the hunt for real live terrorists begin from Mountain Jack's country store.  Tabatha faithfully fights to protect her man; watch this film to see if she makes the ultimate sacrifice for true love.  Scheduled to be released in 2010.

Mom, Parent Boot Camp, Parent Empowerment Program

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Shelley plays a mom at a parent boot camp in this Parent Empowerment Program video.  Setting rules and expectations, and learning to talk to your kids about sex in a two-way conversation are a few of the points covered in this abstinence educational program for high schools in central Ohio.

Teacher, West Virginia Asthma Awareness Campaign

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Playing the role of a teacher, on the set in beautiful Charleston, West Virginia, Shelley enjoys some down time with the "basketball coach", L.A. actor, Jermanne Perry, www.jermanneperry.com.  West Virginia is raising awareness in the fight against asthma, promoting clean air and anti-tobacco campaigns state-wide.  Shelley has participated as an actress in three state commercials for this campaign.

Lisa, 207-D, 2009 Downtown Digital Arts Festival Best Narrative Video and Best of All Show Video Award Winner

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Lisa is a college student going to class during the day and working 3rd shift cleaning office buildings at night.  She is working hard to make something of herself and she thinks she is just tired as she starts to notice strange and unusual things happening on the 2nd floor.  But her worst fears are realized when she finds her supervisor dead and literally begins running for her life from the dark and scary figure that looms.  This one will have you jumping from your seats!  The 2009 Downtown Digital Arts Festival in Columbus, Ohio awarded this one with Best in Category, Best Narrative Video, and Best of All Show Video Award!  Click Here to watch the film on Youtube.

Photo by Aimee Dutton.
Pictured with Bontisha McLean, director of 207-D

Moiselle, "You Only Die Twice" at Cloak & Dagger Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre

Things just aren't looking good in the afterlife.  The pearly gates are locked and noone knows why...including Saint Peter.  Self-appointed "Dame of the Dead" Roberta and her assistant Tessa tirelessly try to maintain order amidst the chaos which may or may not have to do with Damien, a representative of the afterlife's notorious south side.  Then there's Lucky, a man now living among the dead.  Is it merely a coincidence or could it be the start of an even bigger mystery?  Interrogate members of the afterlife's service team, including Moiselle, the proprietor of the heavenly house of sin, and Harvey the maintenance man as you witness (or take part in) a dramatic re-enactment that could help restore order, and determine your final destination.


Cowgirl, Boot-Scootin' Kickoff!

Line dancing and bull-riding, along with getting your picture taken with your favorite cowgirl, made this Boot-scootin' kickoff in Grove City, Ohio a huge success.

Lil' Cowboy: Zachary

Photo by: Robin Severt, Snap Photo


Birth Mom, Reflections

Allison, a little girl who's lost both her parents would rather fly away into fantasies she creates in her own mind, than face her true reflection.  Her bitter-sweet journey into accepting her loss and embracing her new life with her grandparents is one of reflections of the past and imaginary visions of the perfect life she would have had if her parents were still alive.  Touched by a friend who seems to know all very well the path she has been down, Allison learns how to finally stop seeking an escape and let those around her love her.  Reflections is a faith-based film based on 1 Timothy 5:1-2 and is a part of the Hollywood 168Project in Los Angeles, California.

Set photos by Clint Elmore.




Sabrina Priest, A Thousand Words: Revelation

This is the third and final short in the thriller trilogy by Tempered Zealot Productions. The story continues the bloody journey of Ian and his son Steven Black as they make their new home in the college town of Harper's Union. While Ian is interested in the local scenery (a hot chick) and making a fresh start in life, Steven is more interested in satiating his new found lust for blood and following in the family hobby.

Louie Cowan reprises his role one last time as serial killer Ian Black. He is joined by John Grote as Steven Black and Shelley Johnson as Sabrina Priest. J. Michael Lewis once again spins the dark tale while Jerod Brennen pens the screenplay. Together they will be directing this piece to it's ultimate bloody end.

Set photos by Aimee Dutton


 Princess Jasmine, Princess Couture

When a little girl sees her favorite princess in a parade, dreams come true for a second.  Their eyes light up and they're usually speechless.  At meet & greets, they love taking their picture with a princess and getting an autograph for keepsake.  If they manage to speak, they usually ask me where Aladdin is, and since he's so busy being a prince, he's always at the castle.


District Attorney, Political Campaign Commercial

As district attorney in this FBI raid re-enactment, it was necessary to work closely with FBI agents and law enforcement officers in investigating the corruption of a county politician.  All other details are confidential.


"Runaway Bride", The Go Game

A jilted bride is difficult to console, especially by corporate men playing games.  "The Go Game" is a corporate team-building game where players have an enormous amount of fun trying to find clues, passwords, and accomplish missions.  When they are successful in comforting me, I may just give them the password they need to continue on in the game.  But ask anyone who's participated, I am a challenging mission and won't give away the password until they engage in role-playing with me a bit, which includes some chasing, some fighting, some pleading, and finally proposing to me, down on their knees.


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