Andreea Kindryd
Stories
A Storyteller Like No Other
Andreea Kindryd, at 85, is a storyteller like no other.
Her enslaved ancestors taught a lesson of love, rather than hate and equipped her to be one of the first two black staff hired by a major television studio, though she jokes that it took a riot to get her the job.
A young militant black woman, who hung out with Malcolm X, and ran errands for Martin Luther King Jr, she faced the challenges of a journey on the Starship Enterprise, as a production assistant for a Klansmen's son, named Gene Coon, who wrote the most human of Star Trek scripts, period.
Australia provided a home, a chance to make films, and support the growth of indigenous arts.
New South Wales has been her home for almost 50 years. She has worked with black theatre, NAISDA Dance College, and helped launch Bangarra Dance Theatre. After the suicide of a loved one, she went on stage for the first time at the age of 68, using stand up to try to make sense of it, and ended up discovering her voice and natural talent for storytelling, and a lover, 30 years younger.
She really is like no other.
From Slavery to the Stars
This story is a tapestry woven with threads of resilience, love, and adventure. It's about more than working on the original Star Trek or her enslaved ancestor's love story; it's a journey through history, loss, and triumph.
Andreea has walked alongside giants, and mourned the loss of friends like Malcolm X and Martin Luther King. She has navigated the complexities of love and faced the challenges of breaking through the glass ceiling. She has fulfilled her dreams now and makes her home on the other side of the world, living under the stars of the Southern Cross in Australia.
Her story is a celebration of human resilience, a testament to the beauty of diversity, and a reminder of our shared journey on this planet. It's a firsthand account of remarkable people who changed the world, seen through her unique and personal lens.
A must-read for those who crave a story that both enlightens and entertains.
From Slavery to the Stars
AUDIOBOOK
Things I Leave Behind
Stories from Around the World
Here's where I will tell tales of my ancestors, their lives, and the incredible experiences that have been passed down through the generations. I share photos that never made it into the spotlight, along with all the gossip and speculation that surrounded them.
These stories are the ones that were whispered about in hushed tones, that people were too afraid to share. Join me on this journey, as I uncover the mysteries and secrets that have been hidden away for too long.
Every picture has a story.
Contact Me
Get in touch with Andreea Kindryd to discuss your storytelling needs. She is available for events, podcasts, and digital media. Let her help you tell your story in the most effective way possible.