June 25, 2008 - Newsletter
Hello Friends!!
There are so many opportunities to get involved - lots of indie news and auditions! See Below!! AWESOME BOOKINGS - Florida ROCKS!!! If you are just starting in the business - the Succeed Seminar is coming up on July 12th. If you are looking to sharpen your skills and need something to amp up your performance - Director Tom Logan is your guy!
Tom is so relatable and funny! He’s all about getting you up on your feet with confidence. You will have so much fun in his class and get a better understanding of what you need to do to look professional in front of the camera. He will teach you how to steal valuable camera time, learn about the most important part of an audition and he’ll give you tips and tricks to set you apart from the crowd. Tom started as an actor, then became a director so he can really relate to us as actors. He will teach you the subtle nuances of not just commercials - but SOAPS, TV and FILM, too! He started his career in the Florida Market, so he knows what we go through. Add in his years of experience and expertise in the Los Angeles market and you have got an on-camera workshop that can not be rivaled!
Tom won’t be back until summer of 2009, so this is the weekend to take his class. Learn from a working professional and have a blast doing it! Don’t forget - this is our summer of savings, so take advantage of our discounts so you can get into this class below the advertised price!!
Remember, it is FREE to receive this newsletter, FREE to post your auditions & indie news and FREE to post your booking news!!! Tell your friends & Have a FANTASTIC WEEK!!!
Quick Class updates:
*How to Succeed and Auditioning for Commercials: July 12th
*LA Director Tom Logan - On-Camera classes: July 18 - 20nd
*KID!KIDS!KIDS! with Tom Logan - July 21-22
*What’s the deal with L.A.? Seminar - August 2nd
In This Edition…
*Director Tom Logan - On-Camera - Adults and Kids!!
*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
my space: www.myspace.com/actorsinfobooth
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!!
Brooklyn Murphy - has just booked a principal role in the 48 hour film project with Chaos Films; A principal role in a commercial for Spa 57 in Miami Brooklyn will also have the supporting role in ‘Retribution” a short film by Stage 6 productions.
Lorraine Caporaso - just booked a ‘Fridge Buddy’ (Green Bag Technology) commercial
Xiomara Ortiz - Got a supporting role in “One for the Angels” for the role of Death.
Steve Wachholder -as a Train Passenger, for the new movie, THE FARLANDERS.
Angela Bryan - I Have No Idea - indie film – principal, mom/TV Announcer; Sam Mendes’ film, - Farlanders - passenger on airplane; Food Network show Simply Delicioso – dinner guest (with dialogue), of chef Ingrid Hoffman
Amanda Connor - I just finished shooting 2 episodes of Simply Delicioso playing Ingrid Hoffman’s friend.
Tracy DeCresie - I’ve been shooting all over Central Florida as the spokesperson for Engle Homes. I also just shot the print campaign for “The Dellagio", as well as hosting the new Cypress Gardens Commercial.
Debi Marie- Infomercial for Direct Energy. A commercial for Camelback Toyota in Arizona. A web commercial for Floating Flower bed. A cartoon that I did 26 episodes for and it will be airing soon nationwide (so much fun to be a cartoon!). A commercial for South Florida Honda and Northern Ohio Honda. A television spot for ConAgra Food.
Michele Verdi-Knapp - I’ll be representing the product “Invisilift” on QVC in July. Just finished my “QVC University” training and waiting for my air date!
LA Director Tom Logan - The Business of Show Business
Friday, July 18, 2008
7:30pm to 10:30pm
$35 in advance or $45 @ the door
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
(7:30pm -10:30pm) ONLY $35 ( or $45 @ the door) call Lisa or Laura @ 954.731.4888 to sign up!!
Tom Logan - Auditioning for TV/Film/Soaps/Commercials
July 18-20, 2008
Friday - 7:30pm to 10:30pm
Saturday & Sunday - 9am to 3pm
$250 - ON-CAMERA
**FRIDAY Seminar & his BOOK included in the weekend price!! Don’t miss the opportunity to study with this well-respected, very knowledgeable and extremely funny member of the prestigious Directors Guild of America. 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 all day, 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) Call Laura/Lisa 954-731-4888 (Saturday & Sunday 9am-3pm)
LA Director Tom Logan - The Shoot Class (On Camera)
July 19-20, 2008
4pm to 10pm
$275
Tom teaches 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 (Saturday & Sunday 4pm-10pm)
*******KIDS!!! KIDS!!!! KIDS!!!! with Tom Logan - see workshops section, below!!!
Industry News
Lifetime Network - calling female filmmakers (PAID) - July 8, 2008
Lifetime Networks invites female filmmakers to submit their original short films at: http://www.mylifetime.com/sweeps/ewfc/submit.php. Deadline for entries is July 8. The winning contestant will have their short shown on Lifetime Movie Networks and receive a cash prize of $5,000 plus the opportunity to attend networking events and festivals.
AFTRA - Vote YES - A message from the Miami President - http://youtube.com/watch?v=ur7Bf2CmtiQ
Miami - Emerge Talent - Open Call
Miami Agency Audition Open Call
When: Saturday June 28th 12:00 - 2:00pm
Where: Maclee Quarters, 429 Lenox Avenue, Miami 33139
We will be seeing Actors and Models of all ages, please bring hardcopies of your headshot/resumes and comp cards, and come prepared with the following:
Auditioning For Emerge: When Emerge is doing an open call, or when Emerge is Interested in an Actor or a Model from a submission, we ask talent to come in to audition and meet with us prepared with the following: All Actors are asked to come prepared with 2 short contrasting Monologues, and if they don’t have them, then 2 different styled commercials will be accepted. Models are asked to bring their portfolio books, and be prepared to do a runway walk. If they are interested in commercial work, then they must come prepared with 2 commercials to perform as well. Kids are also asked to come with monologues or commercials as well as their portfolios.
Actors Info Booth - Summer of Savings!
It is going to be a summer of savings! June - August we have some SPECIAL PRICING for you!
-if you have taken classes with us before, get 10% off all classes June-August
-if you sign up for two or more classes at the same time get 15% off!
-if you sign up and refer a friend, get an additional 5% off of your workshop!
These savings will run on all classes June through August. Take advantage of our Summer of Savings!
Voice Over Workshop
We are developing a new Voice Over Workshop! If you are interested in being notified about it, email us @ aib@actorsinfobooth.com and put VOICE OVER in the subject line! Classes scheduled for July start - details coming soon.
Want MORE indie news?! Click THIS link! http://www.actorsinfobooth.com/category/home/industry-news/
Castings
Italian Feature film - (PAID) Extra Work
Exceptional Events and Entertainment is now accepting headshots and resumes for paid extra work in TV and Film.
Please send headshots, resumes to:
“Exceptional Events & Entertainment”
11631 Puerto Blvd
Boynton Beach, Fl 33437
All other questions, inquiries to: fabsherry@aol.com
Orlando - FOX’s, “Don’t Forget the Lyrics” - June 27, 2008
—– Contact Information —–
Name: Zena
Email: getrealent@yahoo.com
Company or University: FOX TV
—– Casting Details —–
Casting Dates: June 27, 2008
Casting Location: Grand Bohemian Hotel
Shoot Dates: End of Aug
Shoot Location: CBS Studios
Synopsis: We are looking for ALL types of singers for a new season of the Wayne Brady show “Don’t Forget The Lyrics” for FOX!
OPEN CASTING CALL in ORLANDO - Friday June 27th, 8am-6pm
Grand Bohemian Hotel, 325 Orange Orlando, FL - *Ballroom
This is your chance to win $1,000,000.00 for knowing the lyrics to the songs you listen to on the radio everyday! EXCELLENT exposure to show case your talent on national TV!! For more information go to: http://www.fox.com/dontforget/ DON’T MISS YOUR CHANCE TO MEET THE CASTING DIRECTOR!!
Character Breakdowns: If you know the lyrics from the 60’s to today’s hits, have amazing energy, enthusiasm and can sing, then WE WANT TO MEET YOU!
So. Florida - Teen TV Host (PAID) - July 20, 2008
Production: television host (Television) Location: south Florida only
Duration: on going, starts ASAP
Non-Union artist contracts. THIS IS A PAID PROJECT
Female actors with modeling experience between the ages of 14 and 17 needed to a new TV show you must love fashion and be ABLE TO TALK ABOUT IT:::
Well the thesaurus says it best…Main Entry: talkative/ Part of Speech: adjective
Synonyms: chatty, diffuse, effusive, expansive, flippant, gabby, garrulous, gassy, glib, gossipy, long-winded, loquacious, mouthy, profuse, prolix, rambling, verbose, vocal, voluble, wordy…In other words ….you must be able to carry on an unscripted conversation on camera the pilot shooting schedule is written in stone July 20 so I am already behind schedule, please submit a resume and headshot along with a parent or guardian contact info, there are six positions only and two are already filled we need to schedule your screen test ASAP
Email Me headshots and Resume: namcbride@gmail.com
Subject line: Actor’s Name/their location
concentrating on South Florida Talent, but may consider Orlando .
Thanks!!! Nancy McBride
Universal Casting - 48 hour film project
Universal Casting, 1111 Lincoln Road, Suite #750, Miami Beach, FL. 33139 - universalcast.com
PLEASE READ A.S.A.P CASTING BREAKDOWN
Project: “48 Hours Film” Project
Casting Tuesday June 24, 2008
Rate: Non Paid
Shoot TBD
This is a great opportunity for your actors to receive exposure, gain experience and showcase their talents to casting directors, producers, directors and film makers. The concept of this project is a team of industry professionals will make a movie—write, shoot, edit and score it—in just 48 hours! Please visit the 48 Hour Film link to learn more about the project. www.48hourfilm.com
TALENT BREAKDOWN:
Males and Females, all ethnicities, ages 6yrs to 60+
All talent will be given random props to improve with. All talent should bring a headshot and resume (if they have them)
Wardrobe: Nice casual
TALENT CAN COME TO OUR OFFICE BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 10:00AM TO 6:00PM. PLEASE SEND A LIST OF TALENT WHO WILL BE ATTENDING. THANK YOU. **Please note that if any talent who cannot make Tuesday’s casting please have them email headshots and resumes to universal.casting@yahoo.com
Ft. Myers - “SuperNanny” auditions - July 12, 2008
Producers from the ABC television show “Super Nanny” will be in Lee County holding open auditions for local families who want to be on season five of the show. “Super Nanny” features an Englishwoman named Jo Frost who applies behavioral techniques, a firm hand and plenty of caring to help distraught parents bring their unruly children under control. The auditions are taking place Saturday, July 12, at Gulf Coast Town Center in San Carlos Park. Producers will be on hand from noon to 4 p.m. at the Pavilion in Market Plaza, next to the Ron Jon Surf Shop.
According to a press release, this season, producers are especially looking for “parents who have ordinary and extraordinary circumstances - teen moms, parents with mean girls or bullying boys, culturally diverse parents and blended families where both sides are seeking help.”
If anyone can’t make it to the July 12 auditions, families at their wit’s end can also apply via the show’s Web site at www.supernanny.com. They also can call 877-626-6984 for more information about being on the show.
MTV - Brody Jenner, new show - July 1, 2008
http://www.actorsinfobooth.com/mtv-brody-jenner-new-show-july-1-2008/
West Palm - Play (PAID) - June 28, 2008
http://www.actorsinfobooth.com/west-palm-play-paid-june-28-2008/
Want MORE auditions??!!! Click THIS link! http://www.actorsinfobooth.com/category/home/upcoming-auditions/
Workshops and Seminars
Seminar, July 12, 2008 How to Succeed in the Business 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 ( OR $45 @ the door)
Seminar, July 12, 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 ( OR $60 @ the door)
OR TAKE BOTH - “THE COMBO” all day!!! $75 ( OR $85@ the door) Call Laura/Lisa 954-731-4888 to sign up!
Seminar - Friday, July 18, 2007 LA Director Tom Logan - The Business of Show Business
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
(7:30pm -10:30pm) ONLY $35 ( or $45 @ the door) call Lisa or Laura @ 954.731.4888 to sign up!!
Weekend, July 18-20, 2007 LA Director Tom Logan - Auditioning for TV/Film/Soaps/Commercials - (On Camera)
**FRIDAY Seminar & his BOOK included in the weekend price!! Don’t miss the opportunity to study with this well-respected, very knowledgeable and extremely funny member of the prestigious Directors Guild of America. 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 all day, 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) Call Laura/Lisa 954-731-4888 (Saturday & Sunday 9am-3pm)
Weekend, July 19-20, 2007 - LA Director Tom Logan - The Shoot Class (On Camera)
Tom teaches 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 (Saturday & Sunday 4pm-10pm)
*******KIDS!!! KIDS!!!! KIDS!!!!********
(kids) Seminar, Friday, July 18, 2008 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 3-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 10:30pm – Call Laura/Lisa 954-731-4888
(kids) Monday, July 21, 2008 LA Director Tom Logan - Children’s Auditioning Workshop L-I
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! 9am to 4pm $195 – Call Laura/Lisa 954-731-4888
(kids) Tuesday, July 22, 2008 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 9am to 3pm - $225 – Call Laura/Lisa 954-731-4888
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NEW SEMINAR! Saturday August 2, 2008 - What’s the deal with L.A.?- are you thinking about moving to Los Angeles? You don’t know where to begin, what to do? How do you know if its the right time? Should you just go for pilot season? What IS pilot season? Will my headshots work in LA?? Get all your questions answered about moving to Los Angeles. Find out if its the right move for you! 10am to 1pm ($45 in advance or $55 @ the door) Call Lisa or Laura to sign up!! 954.731.4888
Seminar, Sept. 5, 2008 Judy Kerr (acting coach from SEINFELD) - L.A. Seminar
Maps of where to live, groups to join, where to hang out. WHAT TO DO?! How do you make it in LA? When is the right time to go? Is LA right for YOU! Get solid, actionable step on how to go for your dream!! $50.00 ( OR $60 Cash @ the door) – Call Laura/Lisa 954-731-4888 for more info. (Friday 7:30pm-10:30pm)
Weekend, Sept.5-7, 2008 Judy Kerr (acting coach from SEINFELD)
Judy, well known acting coach and author, is recognized in Hollywood for her unique gift of nurturing talent and helping actors succeed. Coaching one-on-one with some of the top names in the business, Judy works to enhance the artistry and technical skills of actors helping to build their confidence so they deliver their best performance. $350.00 – Call Laura/Lisa 954-731-4888 for more info. (includes Friday! Saturday 10am to 7pm & Sunday 10am-5pm)
Mini - Workshop, Sept. 2008 Los Angeles Acting Coach Pat Malone - Mini-Workout this evening is designed for those of you who can’t afford the weekend, but want to exercise those acting muscles! THERE IS NO LECTURE - YOU GET RIGHT ON YOUR FEET!
Improv, cold read and monologues. You will leave feeling energized, focused and wanting MORE!!! ($45 in advance or $55 @ the door) Call Lisa or Laura today to sign up!! 954.731.4888
Workshop, Sept. 2008 Los Angeles Acting Coach Pat Malone - Acting Workshop Check out his screen credits: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0540491/. THERE ARE NO LECTURES IN THIS CLASS - YOU GET STRAIGHT TO WORK! Over the weekend, you will start by working your improv skills and cold read. You will move into monologues, scene study and character analysis. Patrick helps you to understand how to tap into those skills that create the scene and the moment - getting out of your own way and getting into THE WORK. ages 18 and up. $225 - call to sign up - TODAY! 954.731.4888
Seminar, Sept. 2008 How to Succeed in the Business 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 ( OR $45 @ the door)
Seminar, Sept. 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 ( OR $60 @ the door)
OR TAKE BOTH - “THE COMBO” all day!!! $75 ( OR $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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CANCELLATION POLICY
Refunds will not be given under any circumstances.
If you enroll in a class or seminar and need to cancel for any reason prior to 24hrs from the start of the class, you will be given an Actors Info Booth Inc. credit for the full amount which may be used towards any other class in the future (excluding Raymond Forchion workshops and any first-time workshops) . All credits expire 12 months from the original class date.
If you cancel in less than 24hrs from the start of class all credits will be given at the discretion of Actors Info Booth Inc. depending on the reason.
If you do not show up for a class and do not call to cancel, you forfeit your class and credit.
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Credits are non-transferable.
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Please note: Because of the nature of the entertainment industry, occasionally dates or times may change.
Refunds will not be given under any circumstances.
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