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| Event Date | Event Name / Details | Where | Region/City/State | | 12/28/2004 | Kids & Teens Holiday Film and Commercial Camp | BriteLites Studio | Southwest | | | 12/28/2004
A wonderful opportunity for kids and teens who have the acting bug toexperience what it is like to be a film and television actor.
Admission Price: $225.00 | Austin/TX | | Contact Information: 3 Days, December 28, 29, 30th
Film Acting for Kids
Ages 8 to 11, limited to 14. Child must be able to read at least 2nd grade level.
Meets at BriteLites Studio from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Film Acting for Teens
Ages 12 to 17, limited to 14. Meets at a neighborhood church from 10:00 a.m.
to 5:00 p.m.
To register for BriteLites classes, mail fee to:
Mona Lee ? P.O. Box 50021 ? Austin, TX 78763 Call 323-2090
or go to www.thebizonline.com and pay by credit card
Location: Please call for details.
Date Posted: 11/30/2004
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| Event Date | Event Name / Details | Where | Region/City/State | | 12/26/2004 | Hollywood Acting Class | Celebrity Center | Los Angeles/West Coast | | | 12/26/2004
Congratulations to Cheyenne, she had a co-starring role on last Thursday nights episode of "Scrubs". She can also be seen in the latest issue of "Celebrity" magazine.
Also, Mailie deserves a big "you go girl!", she just booked her second "Old Navy" print job - without even auditioning - they liked her so much the first time!
And, congrats also go out to "Mark" for booking a film!
Last but definitely not least let’s give a big, "Yeah!" to Molly for getting with a very good agency!!
Wow! You guys rock! The Wins Keep Coming here at the, "Hollywood
Acting Class!"
COME JOIN US and you can Win at The Hollywood Acting Class!
Make some targets and achieve them!
We can help you make your own realistic targets!
BECOME A WORKING ACTOR!!
Come to an acting class in Hollywood
this Monday!
Adults: 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Children: 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
We do Cold Reading, Improvisation and other great exercises.
We have fun!
Whether you’re new or have been an actor for a while these
techniques really sharpen you up and leave you feeling great!
When: Every Monday
Where: 5930 Franklin Avenue near Gower, the cross street is Bronson.
It is a big building with parking called "Celebrity Centre."
Cost: $10.00 per kid’s class
$17.00 per adult’s class
instructor: Helene K.
email: aktorchick@msn.com
Admission Price: $10 kids / $17 adults | Los Angeles/CA | | Contact Information: Kids and Adult classes every Monday
323-225-1962
Location: Where: Hollywood, California: 5930 Franklin Avenue near Gower, the cross street is Bronson.
It is a big building with parking called "Celebrity Centre."
Date Posted: 4/25/2004
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| Event Date | Event Name / Details | Where | Region/City/State | | 12/23/2005 | The Official Movie Release After Party | feature film after party | National | | | 12/23/2005
"The Ringer"Starring Johnny Knoxville, Katherine Heigle, Brian Cox and many moreLINK: http://www2.foxsearchlight.com/theringer/
Doors open @ 9:30pm
The Kinki Lounge3606 Greenville Ave Ste. Dallas, TX 75206 Ph. 214-874-0400 Email: zahra@kinkilounge.com
Note: For bottle service or special reservations for tables please contact Zahra Darwish events coordinator for the Kinki Lounge
Attire: Business Casual, No Sneakers Permitted
Al "Train"Dias, a local DFW professional actor, is playing the role of Michael opposite Brian Cox in the Dec 23rd national film release of The Ringer Al "Train" Dias is also in the teaser playing in theaters now.
Koshina Tabasuri,Promotions Coordinator, Radio-One Dallas is organizing the event and will be more than happy to assist you for any further questions. Please RSVP with Koshina if you would like to attend the after party, tonokey13@yahoo.com 469-231-3716 for more information. if you plan on bringing a guest with you please list the name (s) that will be attending.
Kinki Lounge is a private club and you must RSVP to attend. If your name is not on the list you will not be able to attend.
Note: I would like to have all my friends and business associates join me in celebration. I hope to see you there.Al Dias
Admission Price: no charge | dallas/TX | | Contact Information: Koshina Tabasuri,Promotions Coordinator, Radio-One Dallas is organizing this event. Please RSVP with Koshina if you would like to attend the after party, tonokey13@yahoo.com 469-231-3716
Location: The Kinki Lounge3606 Greenville Ave Ste. Dallas, TX 75206
Date Posted: 12/23/2005
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| Event Date | Event Name / Details | Where | Region/City/State | | 12/14/2004 | MID-CITIES FILM FESTIVAL | General Cinema Theatres Movie Tavern 8 | Southwest | | | 12/14/2004
TEXAS FILMMAKERS! WE WANT YOUR SHORTS!
No, not your skivvies from your dirty laundry pile, but your best 15-minute-or-less movie (shot on DV, HD, or film) in VHS tape or DVD format, for
our premiere Mid-Cities Film Festival. Our FIRST ANNUAL MID-CITIES FILM FESTIVAL will be held 5 pm, December 14th, 2004 at the
General Cinema Theatres Movie Tavern 8
Admission Price: Submissions: $10 and $20 | Hurst/TX | | Contact Information: We are accepting entries for all categories:
Animation, Drama, Comedy, Horror, Action
Student Filmmakers $10
Professional Filmmakers $20
Send in your 15-minute-or-less VHS or DVD Submission, along with any festival awards your entry has won, your contact info, and your entry fee to:
MID-CITIES FILM FESTIVAL 621 lIVINGSTON HURST, TEXAS 76053
Then For more info,
contact: Herb Williams:
filmmaker@graphixdesigner.com or
Rick Millsap:ktownrk18@msn.com
Location: 2404 Airport Freeway,
Suite 100 Bedford, TX 76022
Date Posted: 12/1/2004
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| Event Date | Event Name / Details | Where | Region/City/State | | 12/12/2004 | UPSTART FILM FESTIVAL | Casbah | Southwest | | | 12/12/2004
Check out the films our local folks have been turning out.
You’ll see I’M JEFFREY AND I’M A SERIAL KILLER, a black comedy directed by Gary Chason and featuring lots of Austin actors and a big Bastrop
crew. The film was shot here in town--see if you can guess where?
NOWHERE MAN, a three-part Chaplinesque serio-comic series written by Upstart’s GIGGLES AND SCREAMS class and directed by Sidney Brammer. The series stars Rick Perkins. This, too, was shot locally and features a lot of Bastrop extras.
EYE OF THE BEHOLDER, a horror flick directed by
Carolyn Banks and written by John Gosselink, a teacher at Genesis High School. This film stars Bastrop locals Nikki Fahrenthold and William Ogle and was shot here in town.
Refreshments available
SILENT AUCTION with lots of local goodies, including: Jewelry! Antiques! A house blessing! Art! Photography! Restaurant meals!
Admission Price: $5 Admission | Bastrop/TX | | Contact Information: Come to the Casbah at the rear of the Chestnut Square Entertainment Center Highway 95 and Chestnut Street in Bastrop on Sunday, December 12 from 3 to 6 pm.
Location: At the rear of the Chestnut Square Entertainment Center Highway 95 and Chestnut Street in Bastrop
Date Posted: 12/7/2004
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| Event Date | Event Name / Details | Where | Region/City/State | | 12/11/2004 | DRAMATIC ACTING FOR FILM | Rice University Media Center | Southwest | | | 12/11/2004
About the Class:
Whether you’re a method actor or have developed your own method, you must be able to perform for the camera to work in film. This 2-day intensive
workshop will focus on the skills you need on the set; including working with a film director, intense scene study, dramatic motivation, on-camera blocking, working with other actors and much more!
About the Instructor:
Greg Carter is one of Houston’s busiest filmmakers. Since his debut film Fifth Ward in 1998, Greg has directed six feature films, including Thug’s Life, My Big Phat Hip-Hop Family, Treasure In Tha Hood and Resurrection: The J.R. Richard Story. Currently, Greg is in pre-production on two new feature films, Black Man’s Guide to Understanding Black Women which is scheduled to begin production this Spring and Open All Night, scheduled to shoot the Summer of 2005. Greg was recently featured on the cover of the September 2, 2004 issue of Houston Press.
Admission Price: $250.00 | Houston/TX | | Contact Information: DRAMATIC ACTING FOR FILM
Instructor - Greg Carter, Director
Rice University Media Center
December 11 & 12 (Saturday & Sunday)
9am - 5pm (bring lunch)
Cost: $250 (discount for SWAMP members
To register for this workshop, please call:
713-522-8592 or
email us at swamp@swamp.org.
Location: Please call for info
Date Posted: 11/30/2004
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| Event Date | Event Name / Details | Where | Region/City/State | | 12/11/2004 | Teleprompter | The Houston School of Film & Theatre | Southwest | | | 12/11/2004
One-Day Intensive All Levels Ages 17+
Houston Agents are insisting talent be prepared for industrial auditions & performances by teleprompter proficient! Veteran industrial,
commercial, and voice-over actor Jim Bratton will prepare you by teaching you the techniques necessary to perform with the teleprompter.
Admission Price: FEE: $125 | Houston/TX | | Contact Information: Time: 10:00am - 3:00pm
Bring a sack lunch & a blank VHS tape
INSTRUCTOR: Jim Bratton
To Register call 713-864-9669 or email
info@thehoustonschool.org
Location: Please See Website for mor Info:
http://www.mercurystudio.org/
Date Posted: 11/24/2004
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| Event Date | Event Name / Details | Where | Region/City/State | | 12/06/2004 | Star Caster Network/Star Caster Go! | Trinity River Arts Center/Kim Dawson Theatre | Southwest | | | 12/06/2004
Open Call For ALL Talent with emphasis on UNREPRESENTED and ASPIRING
What to Bring:
1.Must bring a Headshot or Current photo no smaller than 4”x6” color or black and white.
2.A Current resume or a typed description of yourself including stats and experience (Don’t worry if you haven’t had any experience…We’ll help you solve that problem)
For the past few years, Star Caster’s private network, “Star Caster Pro,” has been used to successfully cast represented talent in numerous films, commercials, industrials, independent features, and other projects across the state of Texas. This innovative network has directly linked casting directors with the top agents in Texas by creating an electronic submission system that is not internet based allowing users to send and receive headshots, resumes, audio demos, and video demos in a matter of minutes. But what about you, the quality talent not represented by an agent? Are you building your resume and recognition by doing promotions, extras work, independent films, PSA’s, special characters, etc.? Star Caster now has a place for you!
Star Caster is pleased to announce the launch of “Star Caster Go!”. “Star Caster Go!” (SCN Go!) is designed for you; the talent not currently represented by an agent. Texas now has a complete database of quality talent available to casting directors, production companies, and advertising agencies. Put your headshot and resume directly in front them today. Here’s How!
Join us at our open call on Monday, Dec. 6, 2004 for a networking mixer, SCN Go! information session, and SIGN UP!!!
6pm-6:30pm: Mix and mingle with local casting directors, producers, and Mathew Butler with Star Caster Network.
6:30pm-7:00pm: SCN Go! Information Session with a Power Point Presentation and Q and A.
7:00pm-9:00pm: Sign-Up.
Get your headshot and resume out there by signing up at our casting call and you only pay $10.00. Starcaster will bill you for the remaining $40.00 in February. You only pay $50.00 for a full year and two months worth of getting your face in front of our A-list clients. As a special bonus, Star Caster provides you with your own personal website and a link you can forward to clients wanting to view your portfolio. It doesn’t get any better. Don’t miss out!
*Represented talent are encouraged to post on Star Caster Go with your agent’s contact information.
CURRENT STAR CASTER PRO SUBSCRIBERS ARE ALWAYS OFFERED A FREE LISTING ON SCN GO!
This is a one-time offer! For more information, E-mail Mathew Butler starcastergo@hotmail.com NOW GET GOing!
If you are a represented talent or a Pro! Subscriber, Join us and bring your headshot and resume to activate you GO listing.
Admission Price: Free | Dallas/TX | | Contact Information: This is a one-time offer! For more information,
E-mail Mathew Butler starcastergo@hotmail.com NOW GET GOing!
Location: 2600 Stemmons Freeway @ Motor Street
Suite 180 Dallas, TX 75207
Date Posted: 12/1/2004
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| Event Date | Event Name / Details | Where | Region/City/State | | 12/04/2004 | Auditioning Workshop for teens | John Lansch | Southwest | | | 12/04/2004
John Lansch, co-founder of APG (Actors-Post Guru) in Los Angeles is offering an Auditioning Workshop for teens in Austin. This class will encourage, motivate, and develop your acting skills for today’s auditions.
Class concepts and curriculum specifically designed for teens.
Recent film and television scripts for young teens.
On-camera work digitally taped.
Limited class size ensures individual attention and more work time.
IMPROVISATION
Learning to think on your feet. Quick and confident answers are crucial, especially during commercial auditions. Be ready for when casting directors say "Just do something!"
CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT
Learn how to breakdown scenes quickly and create your character. Understand script terminology, pick up hidden information on the page, and know which questions to ask.
AUDITIONING for COMMERCIALS & FILMS
Learn how to walk into an audition and "Own the Room". Audition techniques include slating, working with a reader, understanding the camera, and the overall casting process. Understand how to deal with various audition scenarios, hitting your mark, dealing with scene partners, and how to exit a room.
THE CALLBACK
What every actor wants to hear! How to audition the second time around. Important information on what "To Do" and "Not To Do" when the Job is on the line.
Admission Price: $100.00 | Austin/TX | | Contact Information: DATE: Saturday, December 4th
TIME: 10:00am - 5:00pm
FEE: $100
Reservations must be made prior to start date.
To enroll or for more information:
Please call John at 512-338-4779
or e-mail john@johnlansch.com
Location: Please call for details.
Date Posted: 11/30/2004
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| Event Date | Event Name / Details | Where | Region/City/State | | 12/01/2004 | PRODUCING HOUSTON TELEVISION | Holiday Inn Select | Southwest | | | 12/01/2004
Six television producers will speak about their profession at an upcoming program being presented by Women In Film & Television/Houston.
The program, Producing Houston Television, will feature Ellen Durckel, Medical News Producer, KHOU-TV CBS 11; Patricia Gras, Senior Producer, KUHT-TV PBS 8; Sarah Greer, Special Projects Producer, KPRC-TV NBC 2; Sabrina Miskelly, former Senior News Producer, News 24 Houston; Lori Reingold, Producer for Marvin Zindler, KTRK-TV ABC 13; LaShauana Sewell, Senior News Producer, KRIV-TV Fox 26.
The event, open to the public, is $10 in advance, $15 at the door. Seating is limited, advance reservations strongly recommended.
Admission Price: $10 in Advance $15 at the door | Houston/TX | | Contact Information: For information contact Tina Cohen,
(713) 838-8170 or tinacohen18@aol.com. For advance reservations mail checks for $10 per person, payable to Women In Film & Television, Attn: Tina Cohen, Program Chair, P.O. Box 981104, Houston, Texas 77098.
Location: Holiday Inn Select near Greenway Plaza, 2712 Southwest Freeway.
Date Posted: 12/1/2004
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| Event Date | Event Name / Details | Where | Region/City/State | | 12/01/2004 | Acting 101 - Scene Study | The Houston School of Film & Theatre | Southwest | | | 12/01/2004
This is an intensive, scene study workshop geared mainly to the beginning actor. Students will focus on scene work from contemporary film and theatre scripts. Students will be introduced to Stanislavski, Meisner, Adler, and Actor’s Studio exercises, and many relaxation and focus building techniques. Students will learn the basics of "breaking down a script". The goal of the class is to equip actors with the tools to create truly believable and full characters either on-stage or on film.
Admission Price: FEE: $100 a month | Houston/TX | | Contact Information: DATES: Wednesday Nights. Dec. 1-22, 7pm-9pm
INSTRUCTOR: Felicidi Scott
To Register call 713-864-9669
or email: info@thehoustonschool,org
Location: Please see Website for more info:
http://www.mercurystudio.org/
Date Posted: 11/24/2004
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| Event Date | Event Name / Details | Where | Region/City/State | | 12//2004 | Private Voice/Coaching | Deborah Boily | Southwest | | | 12//2004
Private Voice/Coaching
Master Classes on Song Communication (group of 5 or more)
Half hour or hour lessons available
“Singing should be an expression of who you are, so always find songs that speak to you, whose “story” is one you want to share and give back to an audience. Armed with the passion of a personal message, you become a communicator, a story teller, not just a singer.”
Admission Price: Please Contact for Info | Houston/TX | | Contact Information: Special Rate For Starcaster Members
Tele: 713-349-8135 email: dboily@deborahboily.com www.deborahboily.com
Location: Please Contact for Info
Date Posted: 12/14/2004
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| Event Date | Event Name / Details | Where | Region/City/State | | 12//2004 | AUDITION PREPARATION | N/A | Southwest | | | 12//2004
Do you have a big audition coming up?
Are you ready to shop for an agent?
Work one on one with John Lansch Co-founder of
Los Angeles cutting edge actor workshop APG (Actors–Post Guru)
AUDITION PREPARATION
Monologues, Cold reading, Callbacks, Scene study
INTERVIEWING TECHNIQUES
Casting Directors and/or Talent Agencies
All sessions are Video Taped for future review
$50/Hour
2 hour minimum
Will Travel to designated location in Austin
Available days, weekends and some evenings
Admission Price: $60/Hour - 2 hour minimum | Austin/TX | | Contact Information: John Lansch
512-338-4779
www.johnlansch.com
john@johnlansch.com
Location: Please Contact for more Info
Date Posted: 12/14/2004
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| Event Date | Event Name / Details | Where | Region/City/State | | 11/30/2004 | IMPROV FOR THE ACTOR | Casting Works LA | Southwest | | | 11/30/2004
This class is one sure way to boost your casting appeal!
All auditions and film work require improvisation.
Whether the degree of improv is large or small, it can make all the difference in casting.
Come and learn the basics and have a great time doing it! Basics are taught through exercises and games, then applied to scene work and audition scenarios.
It’s fun and good for you ~ come join us!
Note to experienced actors ~ this is a great workout ~ keep the wheels greased!
Admission Price: 4 classes for $100.00 | Austin/TX | | Contact Information: CASTING WORKS LA presents IMPROV FOR THE ACTOR with Cynthia Wood, working actor/coach and long time core member of Esther’s Follies.
Teens are welcome!
Limited enrollment ~ 4 spots left!
4 classes for $100 ~ PAYMENT PLAN OKAY
Meets Wednesday nights, December 1st, 8th, 15th and 22nd from 7-10pm.
$10 Discount for former students
$10 Discount for college students
$10 Discount for referrals
To enroll, please contact Cynthia at 512-699-7535
Location: 3601 S. Congress Ave., Suite C-105,
Austin,Tx.78704
Date Posted: 11/30/2004
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| Event Date | Event Name / Details | Where | Region/City/State | | 11/04/2004 | Acting for the Camera with VAN BROOKS | Call for more info | Southwest | | | 11/04/2004
FALL SCHEDULE Acting for the Camera with VAN BROOKS
Thursday September 2nd - Thursday November 4th 7-10:30pm OR
Monday September 13th - Monday November 15th 7-10:30pm 10 Weeks $300(payment plans okay) Limited to 14 people
This 10 week intensive covers everything you need to know to come alive in front of the camera: working from your heart and your instincts,
character development, script analysis, audition technique, and how to build what you need most to take it out in the world and get work,
CONFIDENCE. Lots of on-camera scene work, taped on our new Panasonic DVX100AP professional digital camera, giving you wide-screen
film-quality images you’ve never seen in class before. Ready to edit and put on a reel. Lots of feedback, direction, and advice on the business.
Be ready to work hard, you won’t believe how far you can go in ten weeks.
Admission Price: 10 Weeks $300(payment plans okay) | Austin/TX | | Contact Information: CONTACT: vanarama@earthlink.net
(512) 203-9240
Location: Call for more info
Date Posted: 9/3/2004
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