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All Access Pass: Dreya Weber

On Episode 5 of All Access Pass, Andrea Meyerson brings us to the backyard of accomplished aerialist and actress Dreya Weber. Andrea asks Dreya what it was like to film the sexy scenes in The Gymnast and how it is to work with Cher at Caesar's Palace. Then she attempts to learn some of Dreya's mid-air moves.

Despite Dreya's instructions, Andrea finds out being an aerialist is harder than it appears.

All Access Pass: Dreya Weber

Go to dreyaweber.com to learn more about Dreya and her upcoming projects.

For more information about Andrea, go to alloutfilms.com or womenonaroll.com.

spotticus's picture

Breathtaking aerial stunts

Wow Andrea!  Awesome aerial stunts.  Oh yea, and Dreya's rountine was good too.  Actually, Dreya's routine was amazing, but what a trooper Andrea is to "give it a spin" too. I loved Dreya's story about "saving" Pink.  Hilarious!  Thanks for the wonderful interview!
Sister of the OBSSE's picture

Could this be anymore stunning?

I had no idea that Dreya Weber had such an incredible career. I saw her in the Gymnast and thought, wow, and looked up a few of her other things, but that was a while ago. And now I find out she's working with Cher, having direct contact with the diva herself. I should really stay on top of things.

Dreya is so physically fit it would probably put Jackie Warner to shame. It's amazing, the work she does; I'm in awe. I can't wait to see her in Vegas at the Cher show (another great reason to go)!

imthey's picture

Dreya is awesome!

I had the opportunity in April at the Wolfe Video Party in Tampa to see just a little bit of what Dreya can do and I can say that even in that short amount of time that I saw her perform, she was not only a top performance athlete but moved with such grace and fluidity that it was quite a spectacular sight to behold.

I got to speak with her briefly afterwards (she signed autographs for fans and posed for pictures with fans as well)... and she was so wonderfully kind to everyone!

I have enjoyed Dreya since I first saw her acting in Everything Relative as the very sexy Luce and then The Gymnast, which was fantastic, as she was able to incorporate what she does for a living with the bit of acting she does here and there. Her work with Pink and Cher has given her a chance to share her "aerial art" with so many more people that might not have gotten the chance to see just how talented a woman Dreya is and how boundless her energy is as well. 

Thank you Trish for bringing the Andrea Meyerson interview with Dreya to the pages of AfterEllen, so that everyone who didn't yet know the fantastic Dreya Weber will now get the chance to familiarize themselves with her and her work!

(Self Appointed) "#1 Bridget McManus Fan"

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wordsNtricks's picture

...

Dreya's arms...

Thats all i've gotta say.

Natazzz's picture

Great interview

Very entertaining.

I loved the stories about helping out Pink and filming the Gymnast.

Wohoooo @ Andrea and her aerial stunts *Snicker*  

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TheWeyrd1's picture

Just in time for Denver's Women's Pride party which includes...

AERIALISTS!!! How about the time of this! Wonderful stuff! Can't wait to see this stuff live. Dreya makes it look so easy and Andrea...not so much. I knew there was a reason I should have gone to a Pink concert dang it...

If you're in Denver tomorrow night join 2000 women for the Party.

Mara's picture

Thank you for reminding me

... why I liked watching the Gymnast; the eye candy!

Great interview. It's nice to hear some background stories on her work (her saving Pink story is funny). And Andrea showing off... ;)

PS Dreya's probably all to familiar with women ogling that fit body of hers!

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BetweenThaLines's picture

how cool!

Dreya! I love her! The Gymnast is awesome, and I also really liked her in Everything Relative, such a cute film. Damn she's good at that areal thing! just beautiful.... And good job too Andrea!

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delaWHERE?'s picture

screencap

No more andyhammock?

I promise I'll be good's picture

South Africa...

 

Did I hear right or did Dreya say South Africa is "culturally backwards"? Hmmm, I take exception to that!! South Africa is rich in culture, we are diverse and when it comes to homosexual partnerships we were the 5th country in the world to legalize same sex marriage. We granted same-sex immigration rights back in 1999, legalised same-sex adoption in 2002 and same-sex marriage in 2006. Yes we've had homophobic incidents (and a handful of homophobic murders), which are by no means acceptable, but correct me if I'm wrong so has America. But what does 'cultural' mean anyway, because it certainly has a wider definition than the stance on homosexuality. You mean we're not completely westernised, or Americanised, with McDonalds and Starbucks dotted over the country like a bad rash?

I don't mean to sound like the tourist board it's just that that comment came across as ignorant. South Africa does have massive problems, but is not culturally backwards. In my opinion anyway! Okay, that's my rant over! Back to watching talented girls with toned arms.

Journey_Wmn's picture

Wow I completely missed

Wow I completely missed that, when did she say that?

But, I agree with you completely South Africa is anything but culturally backwards.

 

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7Up's picture

That's not how it came across to me

That's not how it came across to me. It sounded to me as if Dreya began by saying it was amazing all the places around the world that the film showed like South Africa 'AND' all the remote places, but it could be confusing I suppose because at that point she seemed to take a turn in her thoughts and began talking about small towns the film screened in and the backwardness of some of those places. How radical it was to show the films there, and maybe how meaningful.

 

 

I promise I'll be good's picture

Okay..

 

...for you I'll give her the benefit of the doubt!

sapphistafricana's picture

Laws and Views

I think it's very important to distinguish between the laws of a society and the views and attitudes of its citizens. When one looks at things that way, what Dreya said isn't paricularly wrong.  Generally speaking [South] Africans aren't very accepting of homosexuality, etc.

In a way all societies are culturally backwards

7Up's picture

true

so true, everywhere you go
I promise I'll be good's picture

All societies

 

Sapphistafricana I agree with what you say, there certainly needs to be wider acceptance in parts of South Africa. My point was that I felt it was a sweeping generalisation about a countries culture, when in fact culture is made up of many different things. However, since we are talking homosexuality I understand it is an important part of culture IN THIS context. I guess each country is made up of sub cultures some of which are more accepting than others, e.g. there is the bible belt in America, then there is New York - both of which are worlds apart.

Either way, agree that in most countries there are parts of society which need to be more accepting, and it's great that the film plays at various international festivals to help achieve more insight into homosexuality.

PEACE X

oifack_19pdx's picture

Pink fingers footage

Here's the link to the live video of pinks "fingers" song. Amazing preformance, and wonderful work..

 

http://youtube.com/watch?v=iHm47SoLbKk&feature=related

7Up's picture

lol

So crazy Dreya's love scene was really in the hot spot. But I loved what she said about the free pass to kiss someone sexy because it's all in a day's work, so no fuss from home. Makes me want to go into acting, lol, only if I could play opposite Dreya and a few other women in my private hot 20 list.
purpledolphinFilms's picture

SEXY STUFF

Super cool to hear about the making of that Farmers Market commercial. I haven't seen THE GYMNAST yet but knew I recognized her from somewhere. I knew it was about insurance when I saw it, so it was an effective commercial, but the reason it caught my eye was because she was so amazing and it was so well executed. A super woman indeed. Makes me want to hunt down and buy THE GYMNAST. I want to check out those "schizophrenic moments".
swack's picture

Bridget Should Visit Dreya


Bridget is pretty, um, stretchy (as Joss Whedon would say). I bet she could do some crazy things on that rig in Dreya's backyard.
 
Dreya is amazing. That's quite a talent. Like dancing and flying at the same time. 
 
 
7Up's picture

Wow

Ok, this is foolish, but Dreya, you are so my type, I'm sure if I met you in person I'd have a genuine crush, not a star crush...

If I weren't practically married to my gf (and she is the bomb so no screwing with a good thing) but/or if I were say in a movie opposite you, I'd let you make the first move. It's what I do anyway, as I always end up with bisexual women (you know, I never want to assume they go both ways even if the energy is there, gotta wait for a clear sign).

Anyhow, your gorgeous, and have a great vibe.

Celebridyke.'s picture

I absolutely LOVED The

I absolutely LOVED The Gymnast. I saw some of the first screenings of it in L.A. and just found myself awestruck so many times. I had the pleasure of chatting with Dreya after a screening and asking her some questions, she was the sweetest person and so down to earth. I'm so grateful to everyone involved in making this film, and I highly recommend it to anyone who wants to see something amazing.
fem doc's picture

Love, Love, Loved it!

Great stuff, thanks Andrea for doing these and letting the guests strut their stuff, that was so awesome!

I am very familiar with that commercial and am so impressed with Dreya's skills, amazing to see her.

Keep up the great vlogs!

Lunakiss's picture

That was so beautiful

Thanks Dreya for wanting to be on All Access Pass. I enjoyed watching you in The Gymnast. Thanks for being you.
jennieanydots's picture

Woo Hoo!!

This was soooooo entertaining and delightful. I loved the interview, and it makes me want to get every movie Dreya has done, and to watch the Gymnast again. Dreya is such a class act. And HONEST! And real. Thank you both for giving so much.

I had a great belly laugh watching Andrea perform aerials. You rock!