Just Be You Performing Arts &
JBY Academy

Just Be You Performing Arts & JBY AcademyJust Be You Performing Arts & JBY AcademyJust Be You Performing Arts & JBY Academy

Just Be You Performing Arts &
JBY Academy

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      • The Take Talk Show
    • Give Donation
    • Just Be You Festival
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      • JBY Academy
      • JBY Programming
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    • Join Team JBY
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      • Sponsors or Vendors
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      • News Coverage
      • JBY's The Pulse
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      • Register Talent Contest
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    • JBY'S BLOG

  • Home
  • Mahogany Reynolds
    • Mahogany Reynolds
  • JBY Podcast Talk Show
    • JBY After Dark
    • JBY After Dark Live
    • The Take Talk Show
  • Give Donation
  • Just Be You Festival
  • Education
    • JBY Academy
    • JBY Programming
    • Enroll/Register
  • Join Team JBY
  • Film Festival
    • Submit
    • Sponsors or Vendors
    • Director's Statement
    • JBY Shop
    • Festival Team
    • Film Selections
    • Festival Details
  • Press
    • News Coverage
    • JBY's The Pulse
  • Photos
  • JBY Productions
    • JBY ARTISTS
    • JBY's Cracking Up
    • JBY's Stage Plays
    • JBY Ensemble
    • JBY Empower-Nic
  • Castings
    • Talent Castings
    • Register Talent Contest
    • Register Short-Play Fest'
    • Register Comedy Festival
  • JBY'S BLOG

"I AM tHE qUEEN OF cREATIVITY"

Mahogany is always innovating. Rather she's hosting her groundbreaking podcast, working on her debut novel, mentoring the youth, performing in a new production (she sings, acts, dances and models), or simply relaxing at home with a bowl of buttery popcorn, she's undeniably fabulous and an all around fun and inspiring person to work with. Follow her on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and TikTok. She's always posting something meaningful, motivating, and worthwhile! Search for her - Mahogany Reynolds - @msmahoganyreynolds #msjustbeyou

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"I believe in creating meaningful experiences that inspire and connect. Let me help you bring out your natural talents. I teach from experience, because only those who have mastered an art, should teach that art. Let's create something magical!" --Ms. Mahogany

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Quality First

My engaging classes deliver exceptional results in everything I teach, ensuring your satisfaction, fun, and growth at every step. My focus is quality over quantity. In my class, both large and small, you will gain skills that empower you to discover talents!

Expert Artist

My diverse background as a multidisciplinary artist, with over 35 years of experience positions me as an expert in the arts and I enjoy passing my knowledge to my students with passion, no matter the size of my class. It's always a good time!

Real Results

My proven outcomes speak for themselves and my classes make a meaningful difference in the lives of my students. Rather they are pursuing the arts as a career or taking my class as a hobby, each student is empowered and inspired to shine bright!

SAVE THE GAS, TAKE a JBY VIRTUAL CLASS™

My classes are empowering, interactive and engaging. You'll learn something new and discover the talent in you. Each class culminates with an in-person recital showcase.

Ms. Mahogany's Master Classes

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Find your funny and learn the art of stand-up comedy and improvisation.

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Dance

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Find your groove, get in shape, and strengthen your body through dance.

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MODELING

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voice/singing

Develop a portfolio of skills to be a model across all genres of modeling.

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Enhance your vocal, learn proper technique, and elevate your singing skills.

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Improve your writing skills to craft meaningful manuscripts, plays or songs.

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Mahogany Reynolds Bio

Mahogany Reynolds (also known as Ms. Just Be You)  is an expert in the performing arts 

as an accomplished award-winning actor and a multi-disciplinary artist 

with a diverse background in film, TV, Theatre and journalism (print and on-camera).


Clients, directors, and colleagues call her "vibrant, outgoing, inspiring and fun to work with". 


She is the founder/CEO of the stellar production company, Just Be You Performing Arts, LLC, celebrating over a decade of outstanding arts innovation. Mahogany is also the Founder/President of the 501c(3) nonprofit, Just Be You (JBY) Academy & Performing Arts Conservatory, a charitable arts organization dedicated to providing arts education to at-risk and underprivileged youth. 


Mahogany holds two college degrees in communication. She also earned a Family Engagement in Education certificate from Harvard University. Simultaneously, she earned two certifications in Professional Life Coaching from Light University. All while serving the community through activism and outreach.


Mahogany is a highly sought after teaching-artist; providing interactive performing arts courses for youth, adults and seniors (in person or virtually). 


Additionally, she is a dynamic public speaker, host, and moderator with two highly rated podcasts

(Just Be You After Dark and Just Be You in the Light). 


Mahogany is beyond a triple-threat.


She brings a refreshing energy to the arts industry, nonprofit sector, and the world at large 

with her vibrant personality, diverse skill sets, and spirit of excellence.

Mahogany's feature story on the news!

Check out this great video from the WFMZ Channel 69 News coverage of Mahogany's annual children's festival. As an artist and philanthropist she is consistently making a difference every day and using her talent to help inspire the next generation.

#MsJustBeYou

Who She Is...

  • Mahogany is a strong yet warm award-winning actress who embraces every role with conviction and passion. She knows how to command a stage, capture the camera, and engage any audience.  She has an accomplished list of credits; having booked roles as the lead or main character, in both film and theater. ( resume & reels https://www.backstage.com/u/mahoganyreynolds/ )


  • All Mahogany's vast and diverse skill sets; both in front of the camera, and behind the scenes, makes her a master in the fine arts; and a positive influential force in the entertainment industry who carries herself with sophistication, authenticity and excellence.


  • Mahogany has an extensive background in the business side of the entertainment and fine arts industry. Having served in marketing management at the international legendary hip-hop magazine, The Source; in their New York headquarters. During her time at The Source, she worked side-by-side with the magazine's marketing department president. Mahogany was the supervisor over the magazine's website department and oversaw the execution of the website's content and supervised the staff. She was a team member and instrumental in the planning and execution of the historic  1999 Source Hip-Hop Music Awards, held in Los Angeles, California. During the event, Mahogany was appointed as the principle on-camera personality for the live webcast of The 1999 source Hip-Hop Music awards; where she interviewed noted celebrities, such as Vivica A. Fox. and the late Left Eye of the legendary group, TLC. 


  • Mahogany expanded her experience in the entertainment industry, by being appointed as the marketing manager for Flava Unit Records, owned by living legend, Queen Latifah. During her time at Flava Unit, Mahogany was directly responsible for the A to Z planning and execution of various marketing strategies for Flava Unit artists. She also oversaw the revamping of the company's website. Mahogany worked closely with the promotion and A&R departments, to help create a vision for the label's emerging artist; such as female R&B group, FATE. Mahogany received a credit on the group's single release. She also oversaw the group's video treatment and shoot in New York. Mahogany worked in both the New Jersey and the New York headquarters of Flava Unit. She regularly participated in strategy meetings conducted by Queen Latifah, as well as, listening events for the label's planned debut album.


  • Mahogany pays it forward by sharing her vast knowledge of the performing arts industry by providing workshops, coaching and training to aspiring actors, singers and models, to help them develop their skills and nail their auditions/castings. Mahogany is the brainchild behind the dynamic arts and education organization, Just Be You Performing Arts and the academic enrichment school, JBY Academy. Her visions is to empower, educate, and inspire children (and adults) through the prism of the arts.


  • Mahogany has a undeniable presence on stage and on-camera. Mahogany is currently developing several film and TV projects. While continuing her dedication to uplifting the youth and communities through enrichment events and programming.


Contact Mahogany

To book Mahogany for a production, an appearance, an interview, speaking engagement, performance, festival or event, click the button below, and a member of her team will reach out to you.

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Mahogany's podcast - just be you after dark

streaming on YouTube and iHeart Radio

Mahogany's podcast - just be you in the light

just be you in the light on iHeartRadio

Mahogany Reynolds Photo Gallery

01/22

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My new multimedia experience will debut soon!

MAHOGANY REYNOLDS PHOTO GALLERY

Mahogany Reynolds Model/Actress

01/17

MS. MAHOGANY - the TEACHING-ARTIST

I began my journey as a producer at the age of 6. My dolls were my actors. My kitchen the theater. Since then, I've successfully produced over 40 productions. The arts run through my veins. My coaching technique is not one dimensional. I bring my wealth of experience both behind the scenes, as well as, on the stage, and in front of the camera, to every student I train. My students are champions! 


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My technique is unorthodox. While influenced by the Meisner Technique, which I studied in New York, I've developed my own unique set of skills and techniques. They are rooted in the Mahogany Reynolds trademark slogan, "JBY - Just Be You".  The roles I've played are wide in range and I pass this unique skill to my students, both children and adults, teaching them to stretch and expand as artist. 

Public speaking has always come natural to me. As a child, I was often scolded by my teacher for talking too much. Well, that came in handy as an adult. I started my public speaking career in college. With experience speaking at events both large and small, I teach adults and youth, how to stand with confidence in front of any audience. And, to make an impact.

My runway modeling career started when I was 12. Always above average in height for my age, I learned to embrace my long lean lines, and quickly developed a successful career as a model. My journey in the modeling industry has taken me around the world. I pass my skills to my students and give them relevant tools to help them cultivate a lasting career.

MS. MAHOGANY - THE TRAILBLAZER

I'm a working actor, that consistently books diverse roles, as a lead, main character, or principle character; in all genres: theater, film, TV, and national commercials for various brands. My diversity as an actor gives me an advantage to teach aspiring actors all genres of the acting industry.

I'm beyond a triple threat; having extensive experience beyond being an actor. As a professional model I've appeared in magazines, newspapers, and on product brands. I've also walked in New York Fashion Week. My modeling technique coaching helps aspiring models diversify their modeling skills.

As a professional on-camera personality, with a Bachelor's degree in Communication majoring in journalism, I am a seasoned reporter, host, and public speaker. I provide training in on-camera technique and public speaking skills.

I'm a Mom. My commitment as a coach is rooted in my passion as a mother. I give my students the same exceptional level of training and mentoring that I'd expect my child (who is now 10 year's old) to receive from a coach.

As a former classroom teacher,  I work well with young children; and begin coaching kids as young as 4 and a half years old. I also have experience working with children with disabilities. My coaching style is supportive, patient, and empowering. I coach the total artist and help him/her tap into the natural gift already inside of them. 

MS. MAHOGANY - THE MENTOR

I consider modeling another genre in the performing arts. Most do not share my sentiment on this. However, modeling is a craft. It requires technique and artistry. My well versed experience as a model served as a spring board to my career as an actress. Over the past 8 years, I've conducted modeling workshops for both youth and adult models of all sizes.

My first acting role in New York, I was an extra in a major film. Fast forward a few years later, I was performing as an actress in Germany, Italy and France. My private acting coaching technique empowers my students to maintain their hunger for the arts. I teach them, "The person you are in competition with is, yourself! To rise higher in your skills. To leave a blueprint for others to follow."

Because I still have a hustle in me, my coaching and mentoring is not stagnant. I'm striving every day to out shine my last performance, my last production, my last script. I enfuse my personal drive in everything I do as a coach. My ultimate goal is for my students to reach their highest level. Whatever that may be for them. I coach on an entirely different level. And my students benefit greatly.

Mahogany Reynolds Just Be You Collection!

    Mahogany Reynolds Just Be You Collection

    Introducing the Mahogany Reynolds Collection (copyright 2018-2026 all rights reserved).

     Featuring fabulous and ultra cozy apparel, and jazzy novelty items, with Mahogany's popular slogan "Just Be You!" - a powerful statement that reminds you to embrace who you are! 

    Mahogany is working on new designs in time for Christmas 2026.

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