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Ian Anthony Dale talks about acting and Hawaii Five 0 By Amy Bakari September 19, 2012 H50 fans knows him as Kono’s boyfriend and McGarrett’s unlikely ally – Ian Anthony Dale plays Adam Noshimori, son of is the son of Hiro Noshimuri, leader of the Japanese Yakuza. Ian’s character “Adam” has appeared in five episodes. And towards the end, Adam and Kono seemed to have fallen in love. Ian is best known for his break out role in NBC’s acclaimed series “The Event” as double agent Simon Lee. His additional television credits include a series regular role on “Surface,” and recurring roles on “Day Break,” “24,” and “Criminal Minds.” He has also appeared on “Burn Notice,” “Cold Case,” and all three shows of the “CSI” franchise. Feature film credits include “The Hangover,” “Tekken,” “The Bucket List,” and “Mr. 3000.” Dale was also part of the most watched web series of all time “Mortal Kombat: Legacy” where he played the iconic Scorpion. Ian, a son of an Olympic hockey player, once dreamed of a career in professional sports. After a debilitating injury in high school threatened that dream, he refocused his energy from the baseball field to the theatrical stage. He graduated high school with best actor honors and continued to perfect his craft at the University of Wisconsin, where he earned his BA in film. Right after graduation, Hollywood beckoned, where Ian worked as a set builder for two years then soon after he began pursuing acting roles. When cameras aren’t rolling, Ian can be found hiking, surfing and exploring the world. Ian loves to work with his hands – his favorite hobby is designing and building custom furniture. Just who is Ian Anthony Dale 1. When did you know that “acting” is something that you wanted to pursue and that you can be good at? I got involved in theater late in high school and quickly learned that through acting, one has the ability to affect an emotional change in another, and that resonated with me. We all go to the theater and cinema to be inspired and moved on an emotional level, sometimes to laughter, sometimes to tears. Once I discovered that acting could have such an effect, I was sold. It has been one of the most rewarding discoveries I have ever made. 2. Your resume is very impressive, what would you consider was the pivotal break in your career? I’m fortunate to have had many great opportunities in my career, some more pivotal than others. It’s difficult to say which one has had the greatest impact thus far but if I had to narrow it down I would say “The Hangover” and “The Event.” “The Hangover” was such a fun movie to be a part of and it gave me a lot of exposure. My character Simon on “The Event” has been the most challenging and most rewarding character I’ve gotten to play. I must admit that with the recent developments of my character on Hawaii Five-0, Adam is starting to contest for that title. 3. Who would you consider to be the most influential person(s)/actor(s) in your career? I have many. From my acting teachers Katie Kreitzer, Gary Diomandes, Laura Gardner, and Greg Braun, to my parents Jack and Olga Dale, to my manager and dear friend Charlton Blackburne, I have learned so much. These people have had a tremendous impact in my life and career, and I am so grateful for them. 4. You have been known to play “villain” character roles, is there a reason why you play these roles? You know, in my experience I’ve found that some of the best villains are played by some of the nicest guys. Marc Dacascos is a perfect example. His Wo Fat character could not be more detestable. Marc, on the other hand, is one of the kindest, sweetest men I’ve ever met. A lot of the time, a moral compass is all that separates a hero from being a villain; otherwise the two are very much the same. Both are generally the richest and most complex characters, and they get to have all the fun. I guess it’s those types of roles that I ultimately gravitate towards. 5. What does it mean to be Asian-American in Hollywood? What are the challenges that Asian-American actors face in Hollywood? Hollywood can be a really tough environment for anyone trying to make a living. Unfortunately for actors of color, namely Asian Americans, opportunities have been and remain substantially limited. One place this is not the case is on Hawaii Five-0 where we have three Asian American series regulars and a landscape rich with diversity. I think the industry can learn a lot from a show like Hawaii Five-0. They are proving week in and week out that you can portray Asian Americans in strong, non-stereotypical ways and still be a successful show. As an Asian American actor, I believe it is important to never settle for the status quo. I feel a responsibility to do everything in my power to create positive perceptions of Asian Americans through my work. We need more visibility. Imagine if a strong Asian American leading male actor had been cast to take over for Matt Damon in the "Bourne" franchise. Now that would be a game changer, and that is what I am working towards. Ian talks about his Hawaii Five 0 experience 1. What was the best part of being on the set of Hawaii Five 0? “Ohana.” Hawaii Five-0 has one of the best cast and crew I have ever worked with. They make me feel at home. 2. What do you want to happen to Adam’s character? I don’t know. I think it would be really interesting to explore Adam’s past, his relationship with his father, and how he and Kono’s romance began. I look forward to the opportunity to continue and develop this character. I think Adam is a good guy caught in a really difficult place. There is a lot of internal struggle going on with him that adds to his complexity. How do you remain good when you’re the head of an organization that is notoriously bad? How do you gain the trust of the woman you love? These are just a few of the challenges facing Adam and it will be exciting to see how Adam handles the adversity. I couldn’t be happier about the way the character is developing. How is it like to work opposite Grace Park? That would be an interesting avenue to explore. I do think that in order for Adam and Kono to have a realistic shot at being together, Adam is going to have to earn the trust of the rest of the Five-0 team. How he does that is anybody’s guess. I certainly hope there is a long and prosperous future for Adam and Kono. Grace is an absolute pleasure to work with. She is such a committed and generous actor. She elevates my work. If I get to work with her again and again I’ll be a lucky guy. 3. While working on H50 and in HI, have you had a chance to go around the island? Is there a favorite thing you love to do when in Hawaii? Have you tasted some of the local delicacy? Malasadas? Coco-puffs, Loco Moco or Shave ice? I love Hawaii. It is one of my favorite places in the world. I take full advantage of my time off and do as much exploring as I can. I’ve hiked Coco Head and Crouching Lion, surfed Waikiki, Haleiwa, Chuns, Kahana Bay, and Pipe, and snorkeled Sharks Cove. I have some good friends on the North Shore so I spend quite a bit of time on that side of the Island. Love the chocolate haupia pie at Ted’s and the shave ice at Matsumoto’s. A couple of my favorites in Honolulu are Morimoto and this Japanese Italian fusion place that Daniel Dae Kim introduced me to called Bernini. Oh yeah, and the nightlife isn’t so bad either. 4. What do you think of the H50fandom on Twitter? Is there a message that you want to tell the fans? The H50 fandom on twitter is awesome. They have been so positive and so supportive, and they have made me feel so welcome. Clearly that ohana extends into the social network. I would just like to say “mahalo” to the fans for all your support and kindness and I hope I get the opportunity to do great work on the show for you guys for a long time to come. Ian returned to the island to shoot Season 3 of Hawaii Five O and before leaving he tweeted this "Until next time my island fam. Mahalo" and from all us your Ohana, "Ho'iho'i a hawaii nei aku", Adam (Come back to Hawaii soon, Adam). Follow Ian on Twitter @IanAnthonyDale www.examiner.com

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