November 26, 2007 - Newsletter
Happy Monday!!
Strike news…talks have resumed! There is talk that there may be a deal in the works and the writers strike could be over by Christmas! This is still speculation, but we’ll be hopeful!!
How to Succeed in the Biz and Auditioning for Commercials are this Sat. - last ones for 2007. See below! Lots of great paid jobs and booking notices - congrats!! Let’s end the year with a bang!!
Make it a fantastic week!!!
In This Edition…
*How to Succeed in the Business and Auditioning for Commercials
*Look Who’s Booking
*Industry News
*Auditions, Auditions, Auditions!!
Quick Class updates:
*DATE CHANGE!!! Ray Forchion Dec. 7-9 (Intensive) & Dec. 14-16 (On-Camera)
*How to Succeed in the Business & Auditioning for Commercials Seminars - Dec. 1st
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 - booked a leading role in “Ethan Hembley is Missing” playing Susan Hembley in the short film which can be viewed on YouTube. She also has booked the leading role in “Brief Encounter” another short film which can be seen in a couple of months.
Dave Anthony - booked a role as a reporter in “Recount” being shot in Jacksonville
Rod Ball - has recently wrapped starring roles in two independent projects for up-and-coming film makers. He played Grover Geronimo for
writer/director Alyson Bruno in “The Telemarketer". He followed up as Bryan Emerich in “Tumbler” for director/producer Brad Gage and
executive producer/writer Max Landis.
Barbara Pergament - did a 2 day fashion shoot for Marie Claire UK Magazine at the Biltmore Hotel in Coral Gables. It will appear
in January or February issue.
Amanda Connor - Featured in the season premiere of Simply Delicioso (on the Food Network).
How to Succeed in the Business
$35 in advance ($45 CASH @ the door)
Saturday, December 1, 2007
Seminar - 10am - 2pm
Have you been bitten by the acting bug? Want to do things the right way? Are you returning to the Biz and need a refresher? Did you jump into the biz, start booking, but never learned how to do things the right way? This seminar is for YOU! Join us!
1. How do I begin and what does it really cost?
2. Learn to market yourself correctly
3. What do GOOD HEADSHOTS LOOK LIKE?
4. Find the agents that are right for you
5. Discover how to be ready to compete!
6. Most importantly learn how to avoid the scams
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You will receive a complete packet of info including:
*Reputable agent list for all of Florida (ongoing updates to this list can be found on our website)
*Sample resume
*Resume do’s and don’ts list
*Sample cover letter (for use when looking for agents)
*Audition Checklist - a must for anyone starting out
Geared toward beginners or any one who is not getting the work they want, this class will focus on how to market yourself correctly, how to know if your agents are right for you and how to have the competitive edge. This class answers all your questions….Where do I start? Who do I contact? What do I do???!!! This class gives you the info, answers your questions and gets you on your way!
To sign up, call Lisa or Laura @ 954.731.4888 TODAY!
Auditioning for Commercials Seminar
Saturday, December 1, 2007
Seminar - 3pm-6pm
$50 in advance ($60 @ the door)
ALL AGES WELCOME!!
Don’t miss this one!!! Do you know how to SLATE? What about your MARK? What does it mean when they say, “Show us your PROFILES? If you don’t know the answers to these and several other BASIC questions – you need this seminar. If this is your business – you want to make sure that you present yourself as a professional!
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn what it takes to get the job. THIS IS NOT AN ACTING CLASS. This seminar gives you all the information you need to know about what will happen when you walk into an audition room. BE PREPARED! When a client looks at a tape of 100 people, their first job is to disqualify 80-90 of them. It is the little details that make the difference of you getting the callback or not. Find out how to deal with any situation that may come up and guarantee a memorable audition. Learn how to get the callback every time by becoming aware of the things that will get you “bumped". Find out the tricks, avoid the traps and watch your bookings increase!!
To sign up call Lisa or Laura @ 954.731.4888 TODAY!
DIRECTIONS to ALL Seminars/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
Ghost Light Series needs a new home
The Ghost Light Series is looking for those who are willing to host play readings at their homes for an intimate table readings of established plays. Looking to be an ongoing proceeding as a way to expand our project. Looking to start in January. Those who love and appreciate the arts, if you have any questions, please reply to Ghostlightseries@yahoo.com.
Kevin Johnson, Proprietor/Overseer - The Ghost Light Series
ghostlightseries@yahoo.com or www.myspace.com/theghostlightseries
Miami - British Panto
Experience the delights of the traditional British “Panto” show (for adults, children, and combinations of both)
What is “Panto”? Is it related to the silent art form of Pantomime? Why do men play women and women play men? “Curtain Up” gives you the low-down on the “Panto” show!
In this multi-media presentation, stars from Gold Coast Theatre Company take you on an entertaining journey through the art and history of the traditional British “Panto” show - Britain’s unique contribution to world culture during the holiday season.
THE PETER PANTO SHOW- Relive the fun and delight of childhood as you meet some of the characters from JM Barrie’s classic Peter Pan who will tell you all about a traditional British “Panto” show. From Tinkerbell’s first captivating entrance to the final swashbuckling swordfight between Peter Pan and Captain Hook, enjoy the show’s theatricality as you learn the answer to that million-dollar question:
St. John’s on the Lake - 4760 Pine Tree Drive, Miami Beach, FL 33140
Tickets $15 Students/Seniors/Online $12. Buy discount tickets online at $12. Children 10 & under, accompanied by an adult: FREE
www.artsatstjohns.com. Info: 305-613-2325 or artsatstjohns@bellsouth.net Saturday, December 1 – 7 pm
Want MORE indie news?! Click THIS link! http://www.actorsinfobooth.com/category/home/industry-news/
Castings
Lake Worth - short film (PAID)
—– Contact Information —–
Name: Benedict Ives
Title: Auteur
Email: BENEDICTIVES@ONEBOX.COM
Company or University: Mosaic Films
—– Casting Details —–
Casting Dates: 12/07
Casting Location: Lake Worth
Shoot Dates: 12/07
Shoot Location: Lake Worth
Synopsis: Based on an Arthur Miller short story - a man, visiting the beach town of his youth remembers his past love when he stumbles upon two young lovers at dawn.
Character Breakdowns:
Male, 25-30 Caucasian
Female, 25-30 “
Additional Information: Email submission only please. There is pay.
Ftld - Laffing Matterz (PAID)
—– Contact Information —–
Name: Rita Wells
Title: Managing Partner
Email: rita@laffingmatterz.com
Phone: 954-763-5236
Company or University: Laffing Matterz
—– Casting Details —–
Casting Dates: By Appointment
Casting Location: 219 South Andrews Ave, Fort Lauderdale
Synopsis: Laffing Matterz is seeking men between the ages of 25 and 35 to join it’s ensemble cast.
Character Breakdowns: Strong singers with comedic ability. Please prepare two contrasting 16 measure pieces and a comic monologue or anecdote.
Additional Information: Cast member must have a good work ethic and work well within an ensemble. Pay between $400 & $600 per week.
Miami - film, “Ambitious Love”
—– Contact Information —–
Name: Rosa Elena Maso Isea
Title: Ambitious Love
Email: rosamaso1975@hotmail.com
Phone: 787-409-0106
Company or University: Miami International University of Art & Design
—– Casting Details —–
Casting Location: Miami International University of Art & Design
Shoot Dates: Sunday, December 10, 2007
Synopsis: Ambitious Love is a short film (drama) that tells the story of a married man who’s stays married just for his wife’s money until he meets another woman who will change. his life forever
Character Breakdowns: There are 3 characters in the movie and they are as follows:
Marianne (the lover), 29, slim, attractive, Hispanic brunette. Joel (the husband), 30, Hispanic, attractive/good looking and Claudia (the wife), 25, thin, Caucasian brunette.
Additional Information: This is a student’s production. All 3 actors will receive a copy of the film as their payment, including food during the shoot.
Palm Beach - film, “Cold Vengence” ( PAID)
—– Contact Information —–
Name: Jack Valvo
Title: Producer
Email: jackvalvo@comcast.net
Phone: 561-706-5364
—– Casting Details —–
Casting Dates: TBA; contact for more info
Casting Location: Palm Beach Film School
Shoot Dates: 1/01/08 - 1/06/08
Shoot Location: West Palm Beach
Synopsis: COLD VENGENCE - Crime, Drama, some Horror. A social worker and her husband are unsettled with a case of shaken baby syndrone and the man who got away with it.
Character Breakdowns:
Social Worker - Caucasian Female, 30 - 45 years old, 6 feet or taller, height and weight proportionate.
Social Workers Husband - Caucasian Male, 30 - 45 years old
Additional Information: Both are speaking roles. Shooting will be early evenings, and possibly one weekend evening. Need male for one day time shot. Will try to work around schedules. Actors will receive a stipend.
Want MORE auditions??!!! Click THIS link! http://www.actorsinfobooth.com/category/home/upcoming-auditions/
Workshops and Seminars
Seminar, December 1, 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, December 1, 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!
Retreat, Dec. 7-9, 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 amazing, 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 into each class and you must register now. Anyone who has ever taken the class will tell you that it is more than worth it at any price. $350 – Call Laura/Lisa 954-731-4888 to sign up today!
Retreat, December 14-16, 2007 Raymond Forchion - On Camera Retreat Sign up early as you know Ray sells out fast. And 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 21, 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 21-23, 2007 Jennifer Taylor - Pilot Season On-Camera Audition Workshop
Featured in the Jennifer Anniston movie, “Rumor Has It", guest-starred on “Charmed” and “General Hospital", Jennifer knows the business!! 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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Lisa and Laura
Actors Info Booth Inc.
954.731.4888
email: aib@actorsinfobooth.com
website: www.actorsinfobooth.com
my space: www.myspace.com/actorsinfobooth