October 31, 2007 - Newsletter
Fellow Artists!!
The writers strike is set for midnight tonight, Oct. 31st, if no agreement is reached. Here’s another article to check out: http://www.local10.com/entertainment/14450014/detail.html
We probably won’t see re-runs appearing on our favorite show until next year, when all new episodes have run out. That’s when we might see more reality TV. Hopefully, everything will be settled before this happens.
Judy’s workshop was tremendous! Look for video clips and stills @ www.judykerr.com in a couple weeks. We’ll keep you posted! Infinite thanks to Judy Kerr for being the amazing instructor and person that she is! Please remember that if you are heading to L.A., she does private coaching and I recommend her as one of your first stops when you get to Cali. Judy will be back in Florida early next year - her schedule permitting.
How to Succeed in the Business and Auditioning for Commercials is this weekend - we’ll see you there!
In This Edition…
*How to Succeed and Auditioning for Commercials - Nov. 3rd
*Look Who’s Booking
*Industry News
*Auditions, Auditions, Auditions!!
Quick Class updates:
*Ray Forchion Nov. 30 - Dec. 2 (Intensive) & Dec. 7-9 (On-Camera) both half-full!
*Pilot Season Workshop Dec. 21-23
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
How to Succeed in the Business Seminar
$35 in advance or $45 CASH @ the door
Saturday, November 3, 2007
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
3 hr 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!
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!!
Veronica Alsina - provided her voiceover services Pro Bono (in Spanish) for the Down Syndrome Organization’s Miracle Walk spot and for Miami Children’s Hospital (in English & Spanish). She also recorded the voiceover for the Voices for Children non-profit organization (in English) and is the official voice in Cyloop.com’s upcoming webshow, The Mix. She continues to record numerous radio and TV commercials as the announcer (in Spanish) for Toys"R"US. Speaking role in HBO’s movie “Recount” which shoots in Tallahassee next weekend! I play a reporter for a Hispanic network so my speaking part will be in Spanish.
Rachel Galvin - booked “The Delivery” and “Summons to Appear”
Maureen Solomon - booked a 2-day shoot as principal for Florida Medical Center
Lorraine Caporaso - booked a role in a full-length feature film, called ‘If I Were Dictator’
Barbara Pergament - Food & Family Magazine (Print), I love Images (Print), Ginn Hammock Beach Resort (TV/Commercial), Isle Casino – Pompano (TV/Commercial), Preferred Care Partners (TV/Commercial), “grandparents.com”, Isle Casino (Print), United Health (TV/Commercial)
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
MIAMI SHORT FILM FESTIVAL
Celebrating the Sixth Annual Edition of the Miami Short Film Festival, November 26 - December 2, 2007. Submit your shorts to the MsFF 2007, and qualify for numerous other events. Check out http://www.miamishortfilmfestival.com/submissions.html for rules, regulations and submission details.
Women’s Theatre Project
UNCOMMON WOMEN AND OTHERS by Wendy Wasserstein - A memorial tribute
The Women’s Theatre Project is pleased to feature a cast of nine professional actresses from South Florida. Under the direction of TWTP Artistic Director, Genie Croft are Marjorie O’ Neill-Butler, Dania Aguero, Elda Elisa Brouwer, Annelise Collette, Valentina Izarra, Jaime Libbert, Sheri Martini, Erin Joy Schmidt and Katie Schwartz.
Please click to view our virtual invitation for Uncommon Women and Others. Uncommon Women and Others or go to our website www.womenstheatreproject.com.
Performances are on Thursday, Friday & Saturday at 8PM - Sunday at 2PM. A special 2PM Saturday matinee will be held on November 17th. Reservations are strongly recommended, as the venue seats only 45. Tickets are $25 for adults, $10 for students and the box office is cash or check only. Special group rates are available. Call (954) 462-2334 for tickets and reservations. The box office is cash or check only. Performances at Sixth Star Studios located at 505 NW 1st Avenue -conveniently located 1 block west of Andrews Avenue at NW 5th Street in Downtown Ft. Lauderdale.
Want MORE indie news?! Click THIS link! http://www.actorsinfobooth.com/category/home/industry-news/
Castings
Miami - Commercial (PAID)
—– Contact Information —–
Name: Ginelle Lago
Title: Director/Producer
Email: Ginelle.Lago@GMNArtistic.com
Phone: 954.433.3550 or 786.236.4086
Company or University: GMN Artistic Communications, Inc.
—– Casting Details —–
Casting Dates: ASAP
Casting Location: ASAP
Shoot Dates: Thursday, 11/01/07
Shoot Location: Miami (27th Ave. and US1)
Synopsis: Need a male 35-45 ASAP for a local home/mattress TV commercial.
Character Breakdowns: Model/Actor male 35-45
Additional Information: The actor will receive $100 for the day along with a copy of the commercial on DVD. This spot will start airing this month, locally on Spanish and English TV. Actor will only need to be on set for approximatley 6 hours (can be less) - 1P-6PM (exact date and time TBD). Please send headshot and resume ASAP to Ginelle.Lago@GMNArtistic.com No casting. Will decide off of headshots. No speaking parts. **Will need to bring a pair of white pajamas with you to the shoot.
Broward - Masters Short Film, “Conceal”
—– Contact Information —–
Name: Ginelle Lago
Title: Director/Producer/Writer
Email: ginelle.lago@gmnartistic.com
Company or University: Ai MIU
—– Casting Details —–
Casting Dates:
Friday, 11/02 All Day
Mon, 11/05 5P &5:30P
Tues, 11/06 5P & 5:30P
Must schedule appointment ahead of time.
Casting Location: Ai MIU
Shoot Dates: 11/17/07 7A-7P
Shoot Location: Miramar, Florida
Synopsis: A Ginelle Lago Short Film
“Conceal": A wheelchair bound father stays home and tends to the children while his attractive and successful wife (35-40) travels around the world on business ventures and has numerous love affairs with younger, good-looking men (20’s). The adoring father conceals this negative reality which continuously invades their home from his children and deals with it to stay close to and protect his young children.
Character Breakdowns:
Gorgeous Male (model type) - Any Ethnicity, 20’s (no lines, lots of action)
Boy - White, Caucasian or Hispanic 10-12
Girl - White, Caucasian or Hispanic 5-7
Additional Information:
This is a Master’s short fim. One Day shoot. May need actor for ADR. Compensation: Credit, Copy of film on DVD, food/drinks during production. Actor must be able to attend at least 2 rehearsals. E-mail Headshot and Resume to : Ginelle.Lago@GMNArtistic.com. Audition by appointment only.
Ftld - Indie film (PAID)
—– Contact Information —–
Name: James
Title: Director
Email: streetcornercast@bellsouth.net
Company or University: Independent
—– Casting Details —–
Casting Dates: 10/25 through 11/4
Casting Location: Fort Lauderdale
Shoot Dates: 11/15-12/10
Shoot Location: Fort Lauderdale
Synopsis: After collecting money for a local crime boss, Jimmy Rose was been crossed over and left for dead. When Jimmy ditches town to plan his next move, he comes into contact with Brian, an aspiring screenwriter on his way to LA. who decides to give him a ride. When Jimmy is forced to come up with the money he was supposed to collect, he decides to rob a bank - using the plan from one of Brian’s screenplays.
Character Breakdowns:
Hitmen (2) - 20’s to 40’s. Caucasian or African American. Looks not important. These are two amateur hitmen, so tough looking is a plus.
Elizabeth - Mid to late 20’s -early 30’s. Over 5′6. Very pretty and independent.
Jimmy’s on and off again girlfriend.
Anna Maria - Hispanic. Late 20’s to mid 30’s. Very attractive.Wife of crime boss. A good woman and mother.
Also need the following: 2 caucasian or hispanic males for barfight scene. 20’s to 30’s.
2 Caucasian males for office scene with Brian. 20’s to 40’s.
Additional Information: This is a paying, non-union project. All actors are paid at the end of each shoot.
Want MORE auditions??!!! Click THIS link! http://www.actorsinfobooth.com/category/home/upcoming-auditions/
Workshops and Seminars
Seminar, November 3, 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, November 3, 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, Nov. 30 - Dec. 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 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 7-9, 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
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