August 21, 2007 - Newsletter
Happy Tuesday!!!
Auditions & more auditions! Something for everyone! Always check out the student films -
they can be great opportunities to build your demo reel!
What have you done this summer to propel your career forward? New shots? Networking events?
Classes or private coaching? Maybe a new health regiment…step up your game!
End your summer with a BANG!!! :-)
American Idol auditions were today at the Arena…will we see some familiar faces next season…??!!
Have a fantastic week!!!
In this edition of the newsletter:
*Look Who’s Booking
*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
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!!
Nicole Hodges - Optometry Medical Industrial, Topic: Awareness About Proper Use of Contact Lenses,
Lead Actress named Rhonda, Produced By: Nova Southeastern University
Guy A. Michel - got a couple lines in IF I WERE DICTATOR…I was one of the bodyguards :)
Julian Wright - a short film entitled; “The Cheat” by John Laird in Miami, commercial for “Star Beer",
Feature Film by Gary Scott (writer and director) - a thirteen day shoot. a film titled; “Conscience”
Cellie Mayol - New Hostess on krib.tv - The Boujis Hour every Tuesday from 6-7. The show gets
150,000+ viewers a show!!
Shayne Leighton - lead role, Eden, in the independent feature film,
“Guardian of Eden”
Adriana Pascual - Training Video English Spokeswoman for “Monteney Power Corp. Waste Management” and
English/Spanish Spokeswoman for Website “YourRecordsOnFile.com”
Bryan Bottinelli - Union
Voice-Over for Jiff
DIRECTIONS to Workshops
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
Tampa - acting coach wanted
I am looking for an Acting coach that can work well with all ages. Should be well rounded (monologues, scenes,
commercials, improv). I need them for Saturdays (approx. 9:00 - 4:00) in Tampa. The pay is nice… call for details.
Steve 321 303 9898. This is a steady gig from September - Feb. May turn into something permanent. Looking to fill the
position ASAP. Steve Roberts, Innate Talent - 321 303 9898
Seeking Experienced Talent Agent - Diamond Agency (PAID)
The Diamond Agency is currently seeking an experienced talent agent. The Diamond Agency is a full service modeling and
talent agency in Central Florida. We are both SAG and AFTRA.
A prospective candidate must be well organized, outgoing, and the eye to know what good talent is. Duties include working on
multiple castings for TV and Film, recruiting new talent, and marketing to new clients. Must have knowledge and experience in the
entertainment industry. Hours are from 9am-6pm M-F. Salary TBD based on experience. Please submit your resume to marsha@thediamondag ency.com.
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Castings
Ft. Pierce - “Sacha on Broadway” (PAID) - August 25, 2007
—– Contact Information —–
Name: Joseph Barnes & Ruth Joyce Colbert Barnes
Title: Producers
Email: smoais1@bellsouth.net
Phone: 786-797-1728
Company or University: The Colbert Group
—– Casting Details —–
Casting Dates: August 25, 2007
Casting Location: FORT PIERCE
Synopsis:
Do you have what it takes to be a Broadway Star? Here is your chance to audition for the Fort Pierce production of the
musical Sacha on Broadway written by Miami Vice star Philip Michael Thomas and Sandi Morais. A story about a young
girls dream to be a Broadway star but she has to find the power from within to overcome her fears in order to spread her
wings and fly.
Character Breakdowns:
Male and Female triple threat singer, actor, dancer age 22-45 years old. Casting for the roles of Sacha, Mother,
Rita the Rat, Dolly the Duck, Magic Goodmother, Harriet the evil Owl & Martin the Frog/ King Akaash
Additional Information:
Open audition August 25, 2007 at Fort Pierce Magnet School of the Arts from 12:00pm-5:00pm. Requirements: 16 bars of
an up-tempo song, 16 bars of a ballad, short dance routine, 1 min. monologue. Bring Head/shot and resume to the audition.
Visit www.sandimorais.net and www.myspace.com/sandiandphilip and read more about Sacha on Broadway.
Contact # Sandi 786-797-1728
Miami - Master’s film short, “Terminal Grudge” - August 25, 2007
—– Contact Information —–
Name: Ginelle Lago
Title: Director/Writer/Casting Director
Email: Ginelle.Lago@GMNArtistic.com
Company or University: Ai MIU/GMN Artistic Communications, Inc.
—– Casting Details —–
Casting Dates: Saturday, August 25, 2007
Casting Location: Ai Miami International University of Art and Design (Ai MIU) 1501 Biscayne Boulevard, Suite 1029
Shoot Dates: Saturday, September 15, 2007
Shoot Location: Davie and Miramar, Florida
Synopsis:
Log Line: A teenage boy with cancer and a grudge against the world is enrolled in a assisted living facility as his single
mother can no longer take care of him. Through an unexpected friendship, he receives more than he expects at his new living facility.
Character Breakdowns:
MICHAEL (lead) - Caucasian boy, 16, slim/skinny, very short hair
VAN (lead) - Caucasian man, late 60’s early 70’s, slightly over weight
ANGIE (supporting) - Caucasian woman, 32, slim, tan, low class/trashy
WANDA - Black woman, 40’s
Additional Information:
Actors will be provided with sheets from the screenplay for the audition. Bring headshots and resume (if available),
if not a snap shot with a bio is acceptable. 1-2 rehearsals will be done before the shoot date. Rehearsals will be on
Monday’s and/or Fridays. Compensation: Credit, copy of the film on DVD and food/drinks during production.
Additional and updated information can be found on the blog located at MySpace.com/GinelleLago.
Looking forward to meeting you!
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MIU - Student film - August 25, 2007
—– Contact Information —–
Name: Melisa Ramos
Title: film student
Email: m17rari@hotmail.com
Company or University: Miami International University
—– Casting Details —–
Casting Dates: 08/25/07
Casting Location: MIU room 1028
Synopsis:
David, a young barber, will shave the man who molested him when he was a kid. He must decide to kill him or not.
Character Breakdowns:
David: age: 25-30, appearance: slim. race/nationality: Hispanic
Santos: age: 50-65, appearance: not specified. race/nationality: Hispanic
Additional Information: This is a student film. Actors will receive a dvd and credits .
Palm Beach - Murder Mystery (PAID)
—– Contact Information —–
Name: Joanne Sinchuk
Title: Producer
Email: murdermb@gate.net
Company or University: Murder on the Beach
—– Casting Details —–
Casting Dates: By appointment
Casting Location: Palm Beach County
Shoot Dates: Oct 27, Oct 28
Shoot Location: Palm Beach County
Synopsis: Audience interactive murder mystery show with two performances in Palm Beach County.
Character Breakdowns: Rob U. Blind of the firm Dewey, Cheat ‘em, Blind & Howe. Actor needed for lawyer in
interactive murder mystery show, Sat Oct 27 evening and Sun Oct 28 afternoon in Palm Beach County, Florida.
Need good comedic timing and ability to improvise.
Additional Information: $75 per show. Send resume and headshot to murdermb@gate.net.
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Broward - casting (2) trailers
Non-Union Film. Mini-DV. Produced by Frank Fradella and Rob Goodman. Two (2) trailers. No pay - credit/copy
of film/good food!/networking. These two micro-films will be cut together as movie trailers and shopped to agents and
producers in an effort to sell the movie rights. They will be shot on locations around South Florida (predominantly Broward county)
and all participants will receive a DVD with the final cut. Principal photography will begin August 26th. Most participants
will only be required for one or two days of shooting.
See following link for character breakdowns for both trailers. Casting date and location TBA. http://www.paperlantern.tv/.
E-mail your headshot, contact information, and availability to Frank Fradella at casting@paperlantern.tv. One of the trailers is
based on the popular 2004 novel VALLEY OF SHADOWS (http://www.amazon.com/Valley-Shadows-Frank-Fradella/dp/1572814659/ref=sr_1_1/105-0131128-2646045?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1186859950&sr=8-1)
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Workshops and Seminars
Retreat, Nov. 30, Dec. 1 & 2, 2007- 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. MASTER TEACHER Raymond Forchion’s incredible, life-changing 3-day Acting Intensive
“Retreat". (since it’s about 35 hours worth of time in 3 days we can’t really call it a class). Only 14 people are accepted.
$350 – Call Laura/Lisa 954-731-4888 to sign up today!
Retreat, December 7-9, 2007 Raymond Forchion - On Camera Retreat Remember, Ray’s classes are
RETREATS. In order to take this class you MUST have taken the Intensive Retreat. Only 12 people are accepted, so register now.
Only $375 – Call Laura/Lisa 954-731-4888 to sign up!
Seminar, December 14, 2007 Jennifer Taylor - Ultimate Pilot Season Prep Seminar
If you are an actor and plan on coming to LA for pilot season or need to get prepared for Florida’s pilot season you need this class.
Learn all about pilot season, making the strongest choices, marketing yourself and so much more! Only $35 ($45 @ the door) – Call Laura/Lisa 954-731-4888
Workshop, December 14-16, 2007 Jennifer Taylor - Pilot Season On-Camera Audition Workshop
In this workshop, Jennifer shows you the types of scripts that are used in episodics and exactly what the actor selection process looks like. Learn
how to bring life to your audition, make the strongest choices! You will really rip apart an audition to de-mystify the process, everyone works on
camera in this class as well as participates in different exercises during the ON-CAMERA AUDITION WORKSHOP.
$250 – Call Laura/Lisa 954-731-4888 – Friday Night is INCLUDED in the WEEKEND!!
**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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