February 5, 2008 - Newsletter
Hello Friends!!
Kimberly Jentzen is here THIS WEEK! Just one spot left! There is more room in the Friday seminar - but the weekend is almost closed, so call today if that spot has your name on it! :-)
The word is very positive out of the East and the West - the strike may be coming to an end! Hopefully by next week - there will be good news to report! Grammy’s are 2/10 and the Oscars are still on for 2/24.
Coming in March…Succeed Seminar, Auditioning Seminar and L.A.’s Terry Berland!! Stay tuned!
Here’s to a great week!!!
In This Edition…
*Kimberly Jentzen: February 8-10, 2008
*Directions to Kimberly’s Workshop and Seminar
*Look Who’s Booking
*Industry News
*Auditions, Auditions, Auditions!!
For more up-to-the-minute castings, click on: http://www.actorsinfobooth.com/category/home/upcoming-auditions/ for the latest!!!
Live your BEST LIFE! ALL things are POSSIBLE!!!
Lisa and Laura
Actors Info Booth Inc.
954.731.4888
email: aib@actorsinfobooth.com
website: www.actorsinfobooth.com
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LOOK WHO’S BOOKING
The local agents have requested that we add back the look who’s booking section. THIS IS YOUR OPPORTUNITY TO BRAG ABOUT YOURSELF!! Send us a note whenever you book something and we will send it out. Your agents and peers read about you and can keep up with all of your success! Here is what’s been happening!!
Jessie Camacho - booked as a Police expert for the Maury Povich show doing police related video segments. Latina “Ashley” for Ashley Furniture. Host of the new Telemundo show “La Movida” airing Saturday’s from 2-3 pm nationally. New Character for Dell’s The IT Room, www.theitroom.com (be on air next month). Hosting the Latin Billboard for press announcing the Nominees for 2008.
Adriana Pascual - On Camera Web Host for “Exceptional Wisdom", Voice Over for New York City’s “Office of Child Support Enforcement", Voice Over for “Flor de Caña” radio spot and corporate video.
Barbara Pergament - Appearing in the upscale magazine MARIE CLAIRE UK-February issue - in two full pages of a beautiful HiFashion photoshoot done at the Biltmore Hotel Coral Gables.
Kimberly Jentzen Cold Reading Workshop
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Kimberly Jentzen Acting Seminar - $50 in advance, $60 cash @ door
Friday, February 8, 2008
7:00pm to 11:00pm
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Kimberly Jentzen Cold Reading Workshop - $375
February 8-10, 2008
Friday, Seminar (included in the weekend) - 7:00pm to 11:00pm
Saturday & Sunday - 12 noon to 11pm
*Limited to 16 actors*
www.kimberlyjentzen.com
www.myspace.kimberlyjentzen
**ages 18 and up**
Weekend Intensive Itinerary:
Friday Evening Session - 7:00 p.m. - 11 p.m. (included in the weekend price or take just the Friday nite!)
Part 1: Lecture: Approaching the work, the audition & the cold reading. The anatomy of fear. How to release fear to enable confidence and freedom in the reading and performance. The anatomy of becoming an actor and strengthening the actor’s focus. Being an artist in a business.
Part 2: Emotion - Jentzen’s Emotional Content Exercise - expanding your emotional range. Discovering how to determine the emotional choices of the reading and effectively learn how to “play the love”.
Saturday Afternoon Session – 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. (with regular breaks - you may bring snacks)
Actors have a choice to bring a monologue to work or Kimberly will give you a scene to work with a partner.
Part 3: “Going Deeper.” Jentzen’s “Power Tools” are taught and utilized. Extensive individual attention. Zeroing in on breaking down material accurately, accessing depth and subtext. Zeroing in on technique and preparation for the dynamics that get jobs and support the development of the actor. The guidelines for Improvisation.
Saturday Evening Session 5:30 - 11 pm (with regular breaks - you may bring snacks)
Part 4: Lecture & Exercises: Focus, concentration and Intention: How to effectively play an Objective Learning how to discover and execute interesting choices, with limited time.
Part 5: Learning how to generate “high voltage” energy. Generating confidence in the ability to radiate. Learn how to incorporate the tools that give you an edge in every reading and performance. Improve your batting average in getting work. Saturday night session ends at approximately 10 p.m.
Sunday Afternoon Session 12 p.m. - 4 p.m. (with regular breaks - you may bring snacks)
Part 6: Cold Reading Coaching. Warm-up audition exercise taught for the actor’s preparation and focus. Cold reading and much individual coaching. Strong emphasis on being a self-reliant actor with the ability to stand on your own in a reading no matter what is going on in the room. Audition technique. The ability to give.
Part 7: Learn the parameters of each genre: Film vs. Television vs. Stage. Film Drama, Episodic, Period Drama, Classic Tragedy and Soap.
Sunday Evening Session 5:30 - 11 pm (with regular breaks - you may bring snacks)
Part 8: Comedy and the basic guidelines for Sitcom, Film Comedy, Stage Comedy, Sketch Comedy, Farce and Romantic Comedy.
Part 9: More cold reading technique, individual coaching and attention. Opening the door for beauty, strength and courage in the work. Learning how to take risks and live into your depth.
Part 10: Industry discussion and Q & A. The anatomy of the industry. Practical information on how to handle rejection and blocks. Insights on how to set yourself up for success as well as create and sustain opportunities. Closing Weekend Intensive final thoughts. Sunday night session ends at approximately 11 p.m.
Los Angeles 2007- Backstage Magazine Reader’s Choice: Favorite Acting Teacher/Coach: Kimberly Jentzen!!!
Jentzen — whose book, “Acting With Impact", will be released in the fall — notes that she’s very technique-oriented. “I don’t believe in just directing an actor,” she says. “I believe they should absolutely know what they’re doing and make choices from the material, know how to break something down, know how to look at material. I like to give them their foundation. If they don’t have a foundation, they need one.”
She describes her typical class atmosphere as tough but loving. “I don’t feel like actors should compete with anyone but themselves,” she says. “It’s supportive. Nobody gives anybody feedback but me. I don’t believe in actors giving other actors feedback, because when I was a young actor, one thing I noticed in some of those environments is that actors tend to project their own issues onto other actors. So it’s very safe. And if an actor is going to give feedback, it will be positive feedback.” The teacher doesn’t believe in going soft on her students, however. “I am tough,” she says. “I don’t allow people to get away with stuff in my room. Actors who are coming to me that are expecting it to be soft are going to get a harsh surprise. The business is too difficult. My feeling is, I’m responsible [for preparing] you for that
space. It should be tougher in my room than it is in the profession. Because if it’s tougher in here, you’re ready out there.” And when it comes to succeeding “out there,” Jentzen offers the following tips:
• Don’t limit yourself. “As an actor, you have to know yourself,” she says. “And you have to know yourself in so many genres. You have to shine in each one. You don’t know where that opportunity’s going to be.” Jentzen recalls that when she was working as an actor, she once did a soap. “I [never thought] I would do a soap, because I was in film,” she says. “But that was an opportunity that presented itself, and I wanted to stay alive as an actor. You’re an actor; you act. That’s really important to me — that the actor develops not only an emotional range but a range with their genres, that they’re able to adapt. It’s a survival thing. And if you can survive in many genres, you will work a lot.”
• Always remind yourself of why you love acting. “Love is artistic fuel,” Jentzen says. “You have to do everything you can to not get bitter; otherwise it can steal your talent. The love has to be fueled consistently. So that means you’re going to be doing things that remind you of that love. Go to museums. Go to places that invite and applaud and acknowledge self-expression.”
• Be a student of life. “Seek your own growth, and make it fun,” she says. “One of my favorite things is to learn something new every day.”
• Believe in your own magic. “This business is so random and unpredictable,” Jentzen says. “You never know. Dustin Hoffman got The Graduate after I don’t remember how many years of study. What I admire the most about these great actors is their perseverance and their staying true to what their voice internally wants them to do. It’s so important to not get sucked into the external hype of the industry, but rather to know you’re a product and that’s a game that you’re engaging in but it doesn’t define you.” Call Lisa/Laura to sign up!!! 954.731.4888
Directions to Seminar & Workshop
Holiday Inn Express and Suites - (SW corner of Sunrise blvd and University Drive)
1701 North University Drive, Plantation, FL 33322
(954) 472-5600
From the South- Take I-95 North to 595 West to University Drive. Go North (right) to 1 block south of Sunrise Blvd. Hotel will be on the left. You must make a U-turn to enter. If you are coming from the SW Miami area, you can take turnpike to exit 58 and go West to University Drive and make a left
From the North- Take I-95 South or the turnpike South to Sunrise Blvd Exit (exit 58 on the turnpike/exit 30 on I-95) go West to University Drive. Make a left and the hotel will be immediately on your right.
From I-75 - exit to 595 East. Go East to University Drive, Exit and go North (left) 2-3 miles. Hotel will be on left - 1 block south of Sunrise Blvd. - you must make a U-turn to enter.
Industry News
Dialect Coach - Norene Bini
Hey, if you feel speech and accent issues are keeping you from booking, try a few private sessions with Norene Bini, the dialect coach. For more information about Norene click on: http://www.actorsinfobooth.com/category/resources/norene-bini/
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Castings
Ftld - feature film, “Rough Winds”
View Trailer: www.spoonentertainment.com/videos/teaser.mov
—– Contact Information —–
Name: Andrea olabarria
Title: Director
Email: andreutxi@hotmail.com
Company or University: spoon entertainment
—– Casting Details —–
Casting Dates: 22 & 23 February + 21 & 22 march
Casting Location: Ft Lauderdale
Shoot Dates: June and July
Shoot Location: Ft Lauderdale
LOGLINE: Three devastating teenage stories fuse beneath the calm of a quiet, average neighborhood.
SYNOPSIS: Narrowly surviving a fierce suicide attempt, 17-year-old Jess returns to face summer school while apparently harboring a dark secret. A former A-student, Jess has become cynical and withdrawn. Her single mom, beside herself with worry, is helpless.
Jess’s best and only friend is Steve, a gay, aspiring artist preparing to leave for college. Since being “outed” by Jess’s classmate Connor, Steve has brazenly embraced who he is and not looked back.
But Connor, now dedicated to becoming a pro boxer, has turned his back on both of them. Afflicted with a speech impediment and painful shyness, he harbors conflicts of his own. Focusing all his energy on training for an upcoming exhibition bout, Connor lives with his single dad, a cop, and his mentally ailing grandfather.
Additionally, 16-year-old supermarket cashier Ann is facing pressure to succeed by her driven single mother who happens to be high school principal. Ann has never had a boyfriend. When she develops an obsessive crush on Connor she falls for him hard.
One drunken night, Connor allows himself to be seduced by Ann. After their backseat sexual encounter, Ann pursues him for a real relationship. Connor, under pressure from his coach, shrugs this unwanted distraction. Ann becomes convinced that her body doesn’t measure up and is to blame. She develops an eating disorder, and forced vomiting becomes her destructive secret.
Meanwhile Jess finds an unexpected parallel in her summer school teacher Owen. Strict but caring, Owen slowly opens up about his personal life. He is distraught and unable to accept the looming divorce of his wife of twenty years. The unlikely pair of student and teacher begin to bond.
But just when Jess seems to be returning to her old self, something sets her off and she becomes angrier and more negative than ever, leaving her mom and teacher at a loss and frightened.
When Connor’s big fight arrives, everyone attends with myriad emotions. Connor’s estranged comrades Jess and Steve. His wannabe girlfriend Ann with her new party friends. His dad who is now dating Jess’s mom. This is Connor’s chance to go pro and leave troubles behind. But how will the outcome affect Ann’s desperate hope for love?
Finally, one momentous summer night, three intermingled teenage secrets reach critical mass. A hidden act of unbridled passion erupts into a vicious act of senseless, bloody violence. Jess, Connor and Ann each come face to face with their paralyzing fears, and desperation threatens their lives.
On this night Jess’s mom discovers what drove her daughter to suicide… Ann’s career-minded mother confronts her hospitalized daughter’s health… and Connor’s dad arrives on the site of a shocking roadside scene. Their worlds will never be the same.
It is the teacher, Owen, who realizes that he has perhaps learned the most about moving through the journey of life.
Featuring compelling, identifiable teenage and adult characters, ROUGH WINDS is a gripping drama which explores the theme of needing to find inner acceptance before you can travel to a new place. Like growing up, you must ride through the storm to reach a clear sky of hope and dreams. Told realistically and unflinchingly with few characters/locations, it presents a vivid, unforgettable story.
Character Breakdowns:
JESS: She’s a vulnerable 17 year-old, with an attitude problem. Finally you discover she pushes everybody away, because she’s been raped.
STEVE, 17, Jess’s best friend compassionate and witty, He is openly gay, He gets bashed by his secret lover.
SALLY, Jess’s loving mom in her 40s or 50’s. Average mom. She worries a lot about Jess who has tried to commit suicide.
TOM, an unassuming, quiet, educated man in his 40’s or 50’s. He is Sally’s brother and is hiding a horrible secret.
CONNOR ,a 18 year old boxer, who’s focused on going pro. He is in the closet and has serious anger issues.
HANK, a goodhearted cop in his 40’s. He is Connor’s father.
COUCH, tough guy, kind of sexist and homophobic. He’s a bad influence on Connor with out noticing.
ANN, only 16,A cute girl-next-door type, with self confidence problems that turns bulimic.
KATHERINE, Ann’s mom. She’s in her 40’s. She is a workaholic principal who doesn’t notice Ann is in a downwards spiral.
LISA- she’s 19, high school drop out, very beautiful, always popular and cool. Becomes Ann’s good friend, but turns out to be a horrible influence on Ann.
BARRY 18 - he’s a good friend of Connor’s and Lisa’s boyfriend. He’s wealthy, good-looking and all he worries about is scoring with the ladies.
Additional Information: We are shooting a independent feature film. You can check my work out at spoonentertainment.com. There are plenty of smaller roles that I haven’t listed. So if you don’t see anything for you, please still come and read. Please email your headshot to andreutxi@hotmail.com
Looking for Latin & Black Talent
Looking for Latin & BlackTalent all ages for TV. Movies and Print..East Coast area GA., NC, SC, VA.
Travel expenses and rates will be paid…..Please send Tapes, resume & headshot ASAP to :
Dianne Wagner Productions LLC., PO Box 880185, Boca Raton, Fl. 33488
Miami - Rock Opera (PAID)
—– Contact Information —–
Name: Rod Mandelstam
Title: Producer
Email: casting@foolsparadisethemusical.com
Phone: 786-306-6794
Company or University: F. Paradise Inc.
—– Casting Details —–
Casting Dates: THURSDAY FEBRUARY 7TH
Casting Location: Mandelstam Theater 8530 SW 57th Ave South Miami, FL 33143
Shoot Dates: MARCH 14, 15 & 16
Shoot Location: Mandelstam Theater 8530 SW 57th Ave South Miami, FL 33143
Synopsis: Action takes place in and around Paris during the German Occupation at the Fools Paradise Traveling Circus, 1940.
CHARACTER BREAKDOWN:
Poe: Male, mid 20’s, French, Pierrot clown. Tenor.
Heinrich Himmler Male, mid 30’s, German. Tenor.
Herv’: Male, Late 50’s, French. Must posses clowning/pantomime skills. Tenor.
Lowen Garnier: Male, mid to late 20’s, French, and Jewish. Athletic. Tenor.
Francois: Male, late 20’s to early 30’s, French. Well built and handsome, must move well. Possible aerial work. Tenor.
Additional Information: CASTING FOR WORKSHOP PRIOR TO NYC
FOOLS’ PARADISE the New Rock Opera
Producer: Rod Mandelstam / F. Paradise Inc.
Author/Composer: Jim Camacho
Director / Choreographer: Jonathan Cerullo(www.jscproductions.com)
Venue: Mandelstam Theatre, South Miami, Florida
Dates: Rehearsals: Tuesday- Friday evenings, Weekends from February 12th - March 13th
Performances: March 14 - 16
Small Professional Theater Contract (SPTC) Equity / Non-Equity
Pay, Workshop. SIGN UP BEGINS ONE HOUR BEFORE EACH CALL. AUDITIONS HELD AT: Mandelstam Theater 8530 SW 57th Ave South Miami, FL 33143
Please bring picture and resume stapled together Prepare a short rock song. Bring sheet music. Accompanist provided. Wear appropriate clothing to audition, no loose fitting clothing for the dance call. For more information please visit the website at: www.foolsparadisethemusical.com or Call the Fools’ Paradise Casting Hotline 786-306-6794
Ftld - The Media Zoo
—– Contact Information —–
Name: Joyce Patino
Title: Casting Director
Email: Joyce@TheMediaZoo.com
Company or University: The Media Zoo
—– Casting Details —–
Casting Dates: Immediately
Casting Location: Ft. Lauderdale
Shoot Dates: ASAP
Shoot Location: Ft. Lauderdale
Synopsis: We are currently looking for young actors for a client as well as our website.
Character Breakdowns: Male and Female ages 18 -23
Additional Information: Please email headshots and resume.
Want MORE auditions??!!! Click THIS link! http://www.actorsinfobooth.com/category/home/upcoming-auditions/
Workshops and Seminars
Seminar, February 8, 2008 - Kimberly Jentzen Acting Seminar - $50 in advance, $60 cash @ door
www.kimberlyjentzen.com and check out www.myspace.com/kimberlyjentzen call lisa or laura to sign up!! 954.731.4888
Workshop, February 8-10, 2008 - Kimberly Jentzen Cold Reading Workshop - $375
Friday, Seminar (included in the weekend) - 7:00pm to 11:00pm, Saturday & Sunday - 12 noon to 11pm
*Limited to 16 actors* www.kimberlyjentzen.com and check out www.myspace.com/kimberlyjentzen call lisa or laura to sign up!! 954.731.4888
Seminar, March 15, 2008 How to Succeed 10am-2pm Have you been bitten by the acting bug? Want to do things the right way, but you have no idea how to get started, who to talk to, who to trust - what is right or wrong???!!! Join us! The 3-hour seminar about everything you’ve always wanted to know about, marketing yourself and succeeding in commercials, TV and film. $35 ($45 @ the door)
Seminar, March 15, 2008 Auditioning for Commercials 3pm-6pm (there will be time ON CAMERA) covers anything and everything that could happen, good or bad in your commercial audition. If you are prepared for anything, nothing can blow your audition $50 ($60 @ the door) OR TAKE BOTH- “THE COMBO” all day Just $75 ($85@ the door)
Call Laura/Lisa 954-731-4888 to sign up!
Workshop, March 29-30, 2008 Los Angeles Casting Director, Terry Berland - Auditioning for TV Commercials 10am-5pm On day one you will learn the fundamental foundation of how to get rid of your limitations and how to identify beats and moments to express your unique personality. The remainder of the weekend will be spent working on commercial scripts and improvs. The entire workshop is On-Camera. Through critiquing and performing you will be pushed through your individual stumbling blocks. You will walk away feeling confident knowing how to make very strong choices. See her website for further information about her casting and teaching career - www.terryberlandcasting.com $250 - call to sign up - TODAY! 954.731.4888
Retreat, May 2-4, 2008 Raymond Forchion - Intensive Retreat
Sign up early as you know Ray sells out fast!! And remember, Ray’s classes are RETREATS. If you sign up for this class DO NOT plan anything else for this weekend, it is intensive. Only 14 people are accepted into each retreat. $350 - call today to sign up!! 954.731.4888
**For a complete list of classes we offer, please visit our website @ www.actorsinfobooth.com and click on the workshops tab.
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CANCELLATION POLICY
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Please note: Because of the nature of the entertainment industry, occasionally dates or times may change.
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Lisa and Laura
Actors Info Booth Inc.
954.731.4888
email: aib@actorsinfobooth.com
website: www.actorsinfobooth.com
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