July 3, 2007 - Newsletter
Happy 4th of July!!!
It’s a day we celebrate our independence from Great Britain with the signing of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. I know you will be enjoying fireworks and barbecues with family and friends! I am sure the rain will clear up just in time for the fireworks - as it does every year in Florida. Enjoy the day and be thankful for our freedom in this country!! :-)
Director Tom Logan is here in August. All classes - for kids and adults are 50% sold, so give us a call if you have been meaning to take Tom, but you missed him last time! Don’t forget to add your two cents to the Best of Florida readers poll, see below!
Have a wonderful, relaxing day off - Enjoy!!
In this edition of the newsletter:
*Look Who’s Booking
*Director Tom Logan - Adults and KIDS!!
*Industry News
*Castings, Castings, Castings!!
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
my space: www.myspace.com/actorsinfobooth
LOOK WHO’S BOOKING
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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!!
Stefan Pinto - “Carlos” - South Beach the Play, Edge Theatre. “Black Dog” - Treasure Island, Hollywood Playhouse. “Ted/Security Guard” - Burn Notice
Adriana Pascual - VOICE OVER for OLIVE GARDEN. Principal SAG Hispanic National Commercial for Tyson Chicken. Voice Over for a National Hispanic SAG Buick TV commercial.
Nicole Hodges - Hogan Knows Best (reality show) 1 of several featured extras working out in gym with Hulk Hogan & his family
Director Tom Logan - The Business of Show Business
$45 in advance, ($55 @ the door)
August 10, 2007
Seminar, Friday - 7:30pm to 10:30pm
If you’re serious about becoming an actor, there are only four reasons for not taking this “three hour opportunity to learn from an LA Director”.
1. You’re deathly ill
2. You’re booked
3. You’re out of town
4. You already have more acting work than you handle
Don’t miss the opportunity to study with this well-respected, very knowledgeable and extremely funny member of the prestigious Directors Guild of America. Starting as a child actor on Broadway, Tom worked as an actor for years including a contract role on General Hospital. He also worked as a writer on such projects as Saturday Night Live. Tom’s true talent though is as an award-winning director of TV, Film and Commercials (Go to www.TomLogan.com for more about his career). Now he’s here to share his years of expertise with you!!
I don’t care how many classes you’ve taken about “the business”, you haven’t heard it from Tom. I promise you his insight will both delight and amaze you as he takes you through the casting process from a director’s point of view. If you never take another class again, you must not miss this one. It will change your whole way of looking at acting as a career.
Only $45 or FREE if you take the weekend!!!! Call Lisa to sign up! (954)731-4888
Director Tom Logan - Auditioning for TV/Film/Soap Opera/Commercials Workshop
$250
August 10-12, 2007
Seminar, Friday - 7:30pm to 10:30pm
Workshop, Saturday & Sunday - 9am to 3pm
**Tom’s BOOK is included in the weekend price!
Friday- the Business of Show Business - Only $45 or FREE if you take the weekend!!!!
Saturday- Think you know how to audition for commercials? Not like you will after taking this class. Tom’s no-nonsense approach cuts through all the things that keep you from booking your share. He will free you from ever getting nervous on a casting again. On-Camera from 9am to 3pm, you will work with a director on commercial after commercial, until you get it right.
Sunday- Auditioning for TV, Film, Soap Opera and Sitcom has never been easier. Tom takes you through the subtle differences of each medium, while strengthening your skills beyond your wildest dreams. It can’t be beat! Call Lisa to sign up! 954.731.4888
Check out the workshops below to see details on Tom’s advanced level shoot class and all the kids workshops!! See you there!
ADDRESS & DIRECTIONS - (Director Tom Logan)
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Holiday Inn - 1701 N. University Drive, Plantation, FL 33322 - (954) 472-5600
(SW corner of Sunrise blvd and University Drive)
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
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Pinellas - Venue Studios - July 15, 2007
—– Contact Information —–
Name: Corinne Broskette
Title: Producer
Email: venuetheatre@juno.com
Phone: 727-822-6194
Company or University: Venue Actors Studio
—– Casting Details —–
Casting Dates: July 15, 07
Casting Location: Mainlands Plaza, 9125 US 19 N in Pinellas Park
Shoot Dates: July 15, 07
Shoot Location: Venue StudioMainlands Plaza, 9125 US 19 N in Pinellas Park
Synopsis:
AWARD WINNING ACTRESS AND AUTHOR TO SPEAK AT VENUE THEATRE
Character Breakdowns:
ANNIE KIDWELL, an award winning actress and publisher of the Florida Actors and Models Book (FAB) will be the guest speaker at Venue Theatre and Actors Studio, July 15, 07. Ms Kidwell is a former resident of St. Petersburg, who now lives in Orlando and is recognized throughout Florida as a consultant to talent and advisor. In addition, she has worked as an acting coach, production assistant, property mistress and stage manager. As talent, Annie has acquired professional credits in commercials, film, industrials, and print. She has received several awards for her stage performances, including Best Actress. Annie pursues an active career and is a current member of Screen Actors Guild, Florida Cast and Crew Association, and The Florida Professional Theatre Association. As moderator of the Fabactor Group at Yahoo, a highly respected industry message board, she serves over 1,000 members, which reaches beyond that in an online network. July 15th at 5:00 pm. The public is welcome to attend and ask any questions about show business, working in the business, and the pursuit of an acting career. Tickets are $5 at the door. There is open seating, but make sure to arrive early for this exciting opportunity because seats are limited.
Additional Information:
Venue Theatre is located in Mainlands Plaza, 9125 US 19 N in Pinellas Park, two (2) lights north of Gandy/Park Blvd. For more information and reservations contact Venue Theatre at 727-822-6194 or by e-mail at venuetheatre@juno.com. http://www.venueactorstudio.org/
The Best of Florida!
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Hey Florida actors! We want to hear from you! Who do you think is the best agent in town? What about the best headshot photographer? Comp. card photog? Best agent for models? These are just some of the categories we want to hear from you on. Send an email to us with the following:
Send to: actorsinfobooth@yahoo.com
Subject line: Best of
Tell us who you think the BEST in Florida is…if we have missed a category - add it to your email! We will compile the results and post the winners and best comments from you at the end of July!
Here are the BEST OF categories (please add your own if we have forgotten any!):
*Headshot photographer *Agent *Agency *Photo reproduction house *Models Agency *Private Acting Coach *Acting School *Networking group *Acting website designers *Casting Director *Theatre group *Indie Director *DP *Late night eatery *Sushi (ok…I love sushi!) *Make-up artist *Demo Reel Producer *Improv Group
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THE 48 HOUR FILM PROJECT - MIAMI - July 27, 2007
THE 48 HOUR FILM PROJECT - MIAMI
Make a film between July 27th - 29th and have it screened on July 31st and August 1st, 2007. Make A Film in 48 Hours!
The 48 Hour Film Project, the first and biggest of the timed film competitions, brings filmmaking teams together to make a movie from scratch – teams write, shoot, edit and score original music – all in just 48 hours. This year the 48HFP will visit over 30 cities around the world. And for the third year in a row, it comes to MIAMI!
Filmmakers will compete to see who can make the best short film in only 48 hours. The winning film will go up against films from around the world. Enter today! Space is limited. Each completed film is guaranteed a big-screen screening in front of a full audience.
On-line registration - To be part of the 48HFP, you must register online at: www.48hourfilm.com/miami
Entry is first come, first served, so check out the website and enter today!
For more information email Miami Producer Martin Garcia at martin@48hourfilm.com or join the Miami 48 Hour Film Project Yahoo Group at http://movies.groups.yahoo.com/groupmiami48hfp
Want MORE indie news?! Click THIS link! http://www.actorsinfobooth.com/category/home/industry-news/
Castings
madridSTREET films - casting (4) short films
—– Contact Information —–
Name: Joe Pisciotta
Title: filmmaker
Email: sdefense@hotmail.com
Company or University: madridSTREET films
—– Casting Details —–
Casting Dates: July 2007
Casting Location: Hollywood, Fl.
Shoot Dates: July-Aug 2007
Shoot Location: Hollywood & Tampa
Synopsis:
I am casting 4 short films -
I’m looking for several 20-something actresses wanting to practice their craft- no blockbusters yet from my company, madridSTREET films…
msfilms first short, “Twist of Fate", written by Andy Quiroga, directed by me, Joe Pisciotta, with original music by Self Defense, starring Andy Quiroga, Elda Elisa Brouwer, Jim Sweet, Andrio Chavarro, Regina Gonzalez, Yvelisse Delores Cedrez and Gina Montet, is currently entered in the Florida, Newport Beach, Philly, DC, Boston, Tribeca and Provincetown Film Festivals. madridstreetfilms.com has a little more info, trailer clips, etc.
Character Breakdowns: short films include:
“Sanctuary” - (Eva) a look at one family’s sacrifice for freedom (South Florida)
“The Contract” - (Dom & Lila) two young doowop singers in the ultimate battle of the bands (Tampa area)
“Untitled” - looking for a 20 yr old Dale Bozzio of Missing Persons. (South Florida)
“TimeBOMB” - (Cherry) about a 16 yr old tortured angel. (South Florida)
Additional Information:
please send several headshots (they don’t have to be professionally taken) and/or YouTube links to sdefense@hotmail.com with a brief description of your training, strengths and schedule. I like to think this is no budget, gorilla filmmaking at it’s best. You WILL receive copies of your work to add to your portfolio and hopefully projects in the future. Thanks to all the ladies that have allowed me to film them to date….go to the website and click on the film reel for a look at who they are….
Miami Beach - Runway, Swimwear (PAID) - July 3, 2007
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—– Contact Information —–
Name: cristina palesi
Title: event organizer
Email: cpalesi@aol.com
Company or University: PALESI
—– Casting Details —–
Casting Dates: Tuesday July 3
Casting Location: miami beach
Shoot Dates: july 14th
Shoot Location: miami beach
Synopsis:
Miami fashion week runway show. Female models needed with experience needed for bikini runway show. Paid. Please send full body composite to cpalesi@aol.com minimum hight 1.75m
Character Breakdowns: female models
Additional Information: ONLY CONTACT VIA EMAIL @ cpalesi@aol.com
Miami - TV Series Writer (PAID)
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Wide Angle Productions is looking for a TV series writer that can help us with the development of the synopsis of new episodes (dramedy) and reviewing characters. Contact: Yolanda Benet: 786- 264 6736, Email: yolanda@wideangletv.net
FAU - Musical
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—– Contact Information —–
Name: Nate Lauar
Title: Director
Email: nlauar3@aol.com
Phone: 561-906-5309
Company or University: Florida Atlantic University
—– Casting Details —–
Casting Dates: July 18, 2007 7pm
Casting Location: Florida Atlantic University-Studio 2
Synopsis: An Evening With Sondheim - A Musical Revue
Character Breakdowns: 5 Guys & 5 Girls
Additional Information: Please call for more information/directions/audition sign-up. (561) 906-5309
Tamarc - TV show, “The Pig Club” - July 20, 2007
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—– Contact Information —–
Name: Michael Marine
Title: President
Email: marinecorp@comcast.net
Phone: 954-815-4257
Company or University: TPC Productions
—– Casting Details —–
Casting Dates: July 19 and July 20, 2007
Casting Location: Tamarac Theatre
Shoot Dates: Sept 15 through Dec 15, 2007
Shoot Location: Tamarac Theatre
Synopsis:
TPC Productions in cooperation with the TAMARAC THEATRE OF PERFORMING ARTS announces open auditions for the children’s television show - “The Pig Club". September 15- December 15, 2007. Shows are Saturdays at 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m., for a total run of 13 performances (no show on 9/22/07, Yom Kippur).
Character Breakdowns:
LENLARD -Dressed in workout clothes, is always working out and encouraging Pig Club members to “lose lard". Lenlard promotes exercise and nutrition through songs like “Quite Putting Fat in My Heart". Lenlard has an alter ego - the rapper - L. and L. L and L does pig raps and has all of The Pig Club members standing up and singing along with him as he performs hits like, “In the Mud” and “I’m Cleaning Out My Pig Pen".
SARGEANT PORK - Sgt. Pork is the leader of the pig army and defender of The Pig Club. He is constantly on the lookout for clean humans (CH) and fighting the never-ending battle of persecution of pig club members by the clean humans (CH). Not only do CH’s spread falsehoods about pigs; they also harass kids who make pig noses and pig squeals.
KARHAM - Karham is always a ham - in a good way. She loves attention and tries to hog the stage whenever she appears. She likes to be silly and make people laugh. Her motto is to hog the most out of life every day. She enjoys acting, dancing and singing. She wants to be famous and will sneak offstage and reappear in disguise. She tries to win the Hamerican Idle competition (skit), does pranks on King T-Bone and does take-offs on famous people like Brittany Spears.
RACHSOW - Rachsow is the smartest pig you have ever seen! She studies constantly, except to play sports like sock him, where she coaches young piglets. She encourages pigs to use their brains and to learn the truth about pigs and other topics instead of spreading rumor. Pigs are smart animals. And Rachsow is the smartest member of The Pig Club.
REBACON - Rebacon is The Pig Club cheerleader. She is always bacon to sleep over her friends’ sties, stay up late, go to Up Chuck Cheese, skating and asking for help on her homework. She will sneak candy, watch too much TV and eat desserts before dinner. Rebacon leads the pig club members in exciting Pig Club cheers and encourages young sows to get involved in sports - especially cheerleading. Life is a participation sport and TPC encourages youngsters to get physical and be happy - like Rebacon
Additional Information:
Shows are filmed live each Saturday from September 15 - December 15 (except for September 22). Actors must be available Saturdays from 9 a.m. until noon. Show is televised Monday afternoons at 4:30 p.m. - ION Miami Cable - Channel 35: WPXM http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/WPXM- (ION http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ION_Television>) Come join us for 3 months and we’ll have a good ol’ time!!
About the Show: Check out a 5-minute presentation (in two parts) on You Tube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3xlUzkW10XM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fGkpZybAP-0&mode=related&search. Also check out the website: www.thepigclub.com For further information contact: Mike Marine: 954-815-4257 - marinecorp@comcast.net
Want MORE auditions??!!! Click THIS link! http://www.actorsinfobooth.com/category/home/upcoming-auditions/
Workshops and Seminars
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Seminar, August 10, 2007 LA Director Tom Logan - The Business of Show Business
Don’t miss the opportunity to study with this well-respected, very knowledgeable and extremely funny member of the prestigious Directors Guild of America. Starting as a child actor on Broadway, Tom worked as an actor for years including a contract role on General Hospital. He also worked as a writer on such projects as Saturday Night Live. Tom’s true talent though is as an award-winning director of TV, Film and Commercials. Now he’s here to share his years of expertise with you!! (Go to www.TomLogan.com for more about his career) Now he’s here to share his years of expertise with you!!
I don’t care how many classes you’ve taken about “the business”, you haven’t heard it from Tom. I promise you his insight will both delight and amaze you as he takes you through the casting process from a director’s point of view. If you never take another class again, you must not miss this one. It will change your whole way of looking at acting as a career.
If you’re serious about becoming an actor, there are only four reasons for not taking this “three hour opportunity to learn from an LA Director” FOR ONLY $35 ($45 @ the door)(7:30pm-10:30pm)
1. You’re deathly ill
2. You’re booked
3. You’re out of town
4. You already have more acting work than you handle
Weekend, August 10-12, 2007 LA Director Tom Logan - Auditioning Workshop
Don’t miss the opportunity to study with this well-respected, very knowledgeable and extremely funny member of the prestigious Directors Guild of America. Starting as a child actor on Broadway, Tom worked as an actor for years including a contract role on General Hospital. He also worked as a writer on such projects as Saturday Night Live. Tom’s true talent though is as an award-winning director of TV, Film and Commercials (Go to www.TomLogan.com for more about his career). Now he’s here to share his years of expertise with you!!
Friday- the Business of Show Business- I don’t care how many classes you’ve taken about “the business”, you haven’t heard it from Tom. I promise you his insight will both delight and amaze you as he takes you through the casting process from a director’s point of view. If you never take another class again, you must not miss this one. It will change your whole way of looking at acting as a career.
Saturday- Think you know how to audition for commercials? Not like you will after taking this class. Tom’s no-nonsense approach cuts through all the things that keep you from booking your share. He will free you from ever getting nervous on an casting again. On-Camera from 10am to 5pm or 6pm-11pm, you will work with a director on commercial after commercial, until you get it right.
Sunday- Auditioning for TV, Film, Soap Opera and Sitcom has never been easier. Tom takes you through the subtle differences of each medium, while strengthening your skills beyond your wildest dreams. It can’t be beat.
Only $250 (which includes Tom’s signed book “How to Act & Eat at the Same Time)
(Friday - 7:30 pm to 10:30pm, Saturday & Sunday - 9am to 3pm) Call Laura/Lisa 954-731-4888
Weekend, August 11-12, 2007 LA Director Tom Logan - The Shoot Class (On Camera Workshop)
Tom feels this is his best class, people walk out the most awed. He also states that in this class he is a totally different teacher, different class, everything. This is what he calls his Shoot Class he teaches how to hit the mark, how to hit focus pull marks, how we shoot a scene and most importantly all the terminology an actor should know that the director would say on a set. You will actual put a whole scene together and feel like you are on a set. In this class there are no pre-planned speeches and due to the fact this class is more complicated you have to have taken the beginners class to take this class.
Only $275 (Saturday & Sunday 4pm to 10pm) – Call Laura/Lisa 954-731-4888
*******KIDS!!! KIDS!!!! KIDS!!!!********
(kids) Seminar, August 10, 2007 LA Director Tom Logan - Parents Seminar
(parents only!) Does your child want to work in TV/Film and Commercials? Are you afraid of being scammed or unsure of how to do it right? This 2-hour seminar will answer all of your questions and more. This seminar will enlighten you on the subjects of agents, photographers, unions and so much more. Learn how to get your child into “the Business” the right way, no matter what their age.
Only $35 in advance ($45 @ the door) 7:30pm to 9:30pm – Call Laura/Lisa 954-731-4888
(kids) Monday-Tuesday, August 13-14, 2007
LA Director Tom Logan - Children’s Auditioning Workshop L-I
Don’t miss the opportunity to have your child study with this well-respected, very knowledgeable and extremely funny member of the prestigious Directors Guild of America. Starting as a child actor on Broadway, Tom worked as an actor for years including a contract role on General Hospital. He also worked as a writer on such projects as Saturday Night Live. Tom’s true talent though is as an award-winning director of TV, Film and Commercials (Go to www.TomLogan.com for more about his career). Now he’s here to share his years of expertise with your kids!!
Does your child really know how to audition for commercials? Not like they will after taking this class. Tom’s no-nonsense approach cuts through all the things that keep your child from booking their share. He will free them from ever getting nervous on a casting again! On-Camera, they will work with a director on commercial after commercial, until they get it right! Only $195 (times TBA) – Call Laura/Lisa 954-731-4888
(kids) Monday-Tuesday, August 13-14, 2007 LA Director Tom Logan - Children’s Workshop Level II
In the beginner’s class, Tom taught the kids about how to give their best audition every time. He helped them to get rid of being nervous and enjoy themselves through his own brand of humor, technique and expertise. Now…its time to take it to the NEXT LEVEL!!! Auditioning for TV, Film, Soap Opera and Sitcom has never been easier. Tom builds on all of the techniques he taught them in the beginner’s class on auditioning with a focus on commercials. Tom takes them through the subtle differences of each medium, while strengthening their skills - it can’t be beat!
prerequisite: Workshop I
Only $225 (times TBA) – Call Laura/Lisa 954-731-4888
(kids - ALL NEW!) Wednesday, August 15, 2007 LA Director Tom Logan - Children, Level III
All NEW WORKSHOP! Parents have requested the next step and here it is! Your children will spend two days doing advanced level scene work. They were introduced to scene work in Level II. Now the kids will block, prepare and memorize full scenes. This workshop gives kids the full experience of working on a set, understanding what a director expects them to know and how to be successful and EDIT-able!!
prerequisite: Workshops I & II
Only $275 (times TBA) – Call Laura/Lisa 954-731-4888
Seminar, August 18, 2007 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)……AND
Seminar, August 18, 2007 Auditioning for Commercials Seminar 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
**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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