Mosaic Acting Academy
Voted Sacramento's Outstanding Training Resource for Actors

Auditions, Announcements, and Other Info
for May 19
Greetings!
Alyssa Montalbano
I'm going to tell you a secret . . .
Want to know how I've won the audition with such famed directors as Francis Ford Coppola, Tim Burton, and  Clint Eastwood, for 28 movies, 17 TV shows and more than 3 dozen National and Regional commercials?  Because I'm a good cold reader
and most importantly, I'm a good listener.  In my classes I sometimes tell a story about having the joy of eating lunch with one of my heroes, Alan Alda, when I was working on Mad City.  He said there should be 2 signs on every set and in the wings of every theater; one that says "What do I want?"  and the other "Listen . . . and how does what the other person says change me?"  That's the key; allowing what the other person says affect you.  Unfortunately most actors we audition at Media Casting Group are so worried about getting every word right and how they're going to say their lines that we don't see much except the tops of their heads and their eyelids as they read along with the reader.  Instead of doing that, make eye contact with the reader and truly listen to what the other character is saying.  How  does what they say affect you?  When you do that subtle changes happen in your face.  You don't have to do any "acting,"  just really, truly listen.  Try it and watch what happens to your "win" percentages.
Oh, and it might not be a bad idea to get into my next cold reading class!  I hope I've been some help,
Charlie

But now a word from our sponsors . . .
New Classes Scheduled at the Mosaic Acting Academy

THE *MOSAIC ACTING ACADEMY
Voted Sacramento's Outstanding Training Resource for Actors

PRESENTS

"ALPHA COLD-READING TECHNIQUE"

SATURDAYS FROM 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
JUNE 15 - JULY 10
(No class July 3rd.)

It's Simple . . . Good Cold-Readers get the job!

There are two skills and actor must learn in order to work in movies and TV - Cold Reading and Improvisation.  Unlike Theater auditions, which often request monologues, Movie and TV auditions don't generally use prepared memorized material. In this class you will learn a technique of the Mosaic Acting System that allows you to use the subjective mind to quickly create a character with depth and substance, rather than just trying to "learn the words". These same tools can then be used to create a character for Screen, Stage or any type of performance. As the class progresses, we cover cold reading and audition techniques, as well as scene and monologue work. As the class size is limited to a minimum of 8 and maximum of 12 new students, pre-registration by the Monday before the class is required. This class will be presented on four consecutive Saturdays from 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Tuition is $300, and includes an audio CD. (Repeat fee for prior students $200)

To register, send your minimum $150 deposit to: Charlie Holliday, PO Box 1142, Rancho Cordova, CA 95741-1142, or to register with your Credit Card or PayPal account click here click here or call Charlie at 916-361-0952

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THE MOSAIC ACTING ACADEMY PRESENTS

ADVANCED CHARACTER TECHNIQUE

�    Charlie Holliday will be conducting the class, assisted
      by Ric
Ramey.

�    The class will be held on Thursday evenings from
      7:00 to 10 PM. Depending on the number of
       enrolees the hours may be expanded.  

�    We'll be working mostly on short two-person scenes,
      using the techniques of the Mosaic Acting System
      and the teachings of Uta Hagen. We prefer that you
      have taken one or both of these classes prior to
      enrollment.

�    The class will work in four week cycles, with the goal
      of having the scene  camera-ready by the fourth
       week.

�    Rick will be in charge of shooting scenes with Charlie
     directing.

�    Tuition for this class is $150 per Four week cycle and
     includes an edited DVD of your scene. 
   Space permitting, you may enroll at the beginning of
    any  four week cycle, which will start on the first
    Thursday of each month. 
To enroll send your check for $150 to Charlie Holliday, PO Box 1142, Rancho Cordova CA 95741-1142 or to register via PayPal or your credit card (3% service charge) click here.
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NOTE!
Enrollment to all classes is limited and preregistration to all classes is required, so don't delay!  We wouldn't want you to show up on the first day to find that the class was sold out.
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Visit www.charlieactor.com for more class schedules.
In This Issue
Classes and Special Events
Film Auditions and News
Theatre Audition Notices
Current Theatre Productions and Other News
IMPROV Tuesdays 7:30 - 10:00 PM
From a Mosaic Acting Academy Student and Working Actress
Mosaic Acting "Gear"
Join our Mailing List!
Film Auditions and News . . .
Spinning Movie Reel
A few items for you . . .


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'Bad Faith' Free Preview Screening at The Crest 5/28 (Must RSVP)

Friday, May 28, 7:00PM to 10:00PM
Crest Theatre
1013 K Street
Sacramento, CA 95814 US

Scott & Kandy Duns of Wild Heart Productions, LLC invite you to join us for a private screening of the feature film "BAD FAITH". This indie film was written and directed by Scott Frederick Duns who was born and raised in Stockton, CA.
"BAD FAITH" is about a man (Connor Phillips) who has a perfect life until the brutal murder of his wife turns his world upside-down.

As he struggles to put the pieces of his life back together, his nightmares continue to haunt him and a gnawing desire for retribution grows. Connor begins to understand why others believe in raw justice and finds himself agreeing that sometimes it may not only be right, but justified.

As the line between good and evil increasingly blurs, he finds himself entangled in a deadly game of vengeance....until one fatal mistake forces him to face the truth.

Come out and see what happens next!

***PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A PRIVATE SCREENING AND EVERYONE WHO IS ATTENDING MUST HAVE A TICKET. PLEASE RSVP NO LATER THAN MAY 21ST AND EMAIL YOUR MAILING ADDRESS TO [email protected]

GIVE ABOVE EMAIL INFO TO OTHERS THAT ARE INTERESTED IN BEING ON INVITE LIST.

This movie is not suitable for children under the age of 17.
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Are you registered with the new

Alyssa Montalbano

If not, go to www.mediacastinggroup.com and sign up.
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2010 "A Place Called Sacramento" Film Festival
Cast & Crew Call
May 19, 2010  - Wednesday
6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Coloma Community Center Courtyard
4623 T Street
Sacramento, CA. 95819
 
All potential actors and production teams experienced and inexperienced are invited to attend. Ten production teams shall be formed and production continues on the films during the summer months. Finally, after weeks of hard work and great fun, friends gather at the CREST Theatre on October 3, 2010 for the World Premier of all ten films.  The PCS production format is unique to Sacramento. In the previous ten years, 100 films have been successfully created.
 
To view the films completed for the 2009 & previous PCS film festivals, go to the web site www.AccessSacramento.org. Access Sacramento is a nonprofit organization dedicated to using community media to build better communications between individuals and groups in Sacramento County.
 
CONTACT: Ron Cooper, Executive Director
4623 T Street, Suite A Sacramento, CA. 95819
(916) 456-8600 #112
[email protected]
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Sacramento's 1st Annual Entertainment Fair
June 5th from 10 AM - 4 PM
at Studio 22

2220 K Street, Sacramento
Mark your calendars!

* Free Admission
* Open to the public
* Comedy Performances
* Food vendors!
* Outdoor Set


Sacramento's 1st Annual Entertainment Fair will be an EXTREMELY interactive event with live performances by entertainment groups, demonstrations of film making with equipment and actors, food vendors, music and more.

          It's so exciting to see the growth in Sacramento's entertainment industry and we are proud to be able to share in that with each one of you. The 1st Annual Entertainment Fair will feature all of the best entertainment companies in Sacramento and surrounding regions to let it be known to the general public that, "Yes, there is an entertainment industry right here in Sacramento!"
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 For News from the
Capital Film Arts Alliance go to
http://www.capitalfilmarts.com/
Unless otherwise noted, all meetings and monthly events are held at:
         The Art Institute of Sacramento
        2850 Gateway Oaks Dr., Sacramento
        (I-5 to west El Camino)

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Become a member of the
California Film Foundation
Join Free at www.calIforniafilm.net

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Allright folks, that's a wrap for now.  Let me know if you hear of anything.
Charlie

Theatre Audition Notices . . .
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Okay, folks, here are the latest audition notices from the theater world.  Break your other leg!

Current Theatre Productions and Other News
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      Theater Tickets make a great gift!!

                      Go see a play!!                      

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Now Playing

Show times and ticket information at www.seeaplay.com

Opens this week
Hunter Gatherers, Capital Stage
1000 Front St. Sacramento, CA 95814

The Misadventures of Little Red and Goldilocks, New Star Children's Theatre
American River Grange, 2720 Kilgore Rd. Rancho Cordova CA 95670
 (double feature tickets available at a discount to see this production along with Spellbound)

The Princess and the Pauper, Chautauqua Playhouse (Children's Theatre)
5325 Engle Road, Carmichael, CA 95608

The Romantic Imagination, Arden Playhouse
5640 Roseville Road suite D, Sacramento, CA 95842

Spellbound, New Star Children's Theatre
American River Grange, 2720 Kilgore Rd. Rancho Cordova CA 95670
 (double feature tickets available at a discount to see ths production along with The Misadventures of Little Red and Goldilocks)

SWING!, Civic Theatre West (Main Stage / Tower Theater)
421 Vernon Street, Roseville CA 95678

Opens next week

A Chorus Line, California Musical Theatre (Broadway Sacramento)
1301 L Street, Sacramento, CA 95814

Deathtrap, Big Idea Theatre
1616 Del Paso Blvd., Sacramento, CA 95815

Improv Misadventures!, MidTown Players
Geery Theater, 2130 L Street, Sacramento, CA

Remaining shows
The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, Falcon's Eye Theatre at Folsom Lake College
Oak Hills Church, 1100 Blue Ravine Road Folsom CA 95630

Always..... Patsy Cline, Sacramento Theatre Company (Mainstage)
1419 H Street Sacramento, CA 95814

The Annual Puppet Festival, Fairytale Town
3901 Land Park Drive, Sacramento, 95822

Beauty and the Beast, B Street Theatre (Family Series)
2711 B Street, Sacramento, CA 95816

Becky Shaw, B Street Theatre (Mainstage)
2711 B Street, Sacramento, CA 95816


BBerlin to Broadway; A Kurt Weill Cabaret, Sacramento City College (City Theatre)
3835 Freeport Blvd., Sacramento, CA 95822

Bob and Ro's Old Time Radio Shows, Bob and Ro Productions
The Studio Theatre, 1028 R St., Sacramento, CA 95811

Cinderella (Enchanted Edition), Runaway Stage Productions (Broadway Stage)
2791 24th Street, Sacramento, 95818
see what audience members have to say about this show

Eurydice, River Stage
8401 Center Parkway, Sacramento CA
see what audience members have to say about this show

Flamingo Court, Bob and Ro Productions
Studio Theatre, 1028 R St., Sacramento, CA 95811

Gypsy, Davis Musical Theatre Company
607 Pena Drive, Davis, CA 95618
see what audience members have to say about this show

A House With No Walls, Celebration Arts
4469 D Street, Sacramento, CA 95819

Into the Woods, Sutter Street Theatre
717 Sutter Street, Historic Folsom 95630

Jack and the Beanstalk, Davis Musical Theatre Company (Young Performers' Theatre)
607 Pena Drive, Davis, Ca 95618

Jack and the Beanstalk, Sutter Street Theatre
717 Sutter Street, Historic Folsom 95630

Krapp's Last Tape & Hughie, Actor's Theatre of Sacramento
1721 25th St., Sacramento

My Way: a Musical Tribute to Frank Sinatra, California Musical Theatre (The Cosmopolitan Cabaret)
1000 K Street, Sacramento, Ca 95814

Opening Lines, Lambda Players
1127 21st, Sacramento, CA  95811
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PLAYWRIGHTS COLLABORATIVE MEETINGS AT THE BIG IDEA THEATRE:
At the Sunday, May 23,
workshop, Ron Tochterman's "Someone You Know is Guilty" (formerly
known as "Rough Justice") will be read and discussed. The play's themes
are implied in its title: How can a criminal defense attorney represent
someone he knows is guilty?  And everyone's guilty of something. An
observant Jew struggles to reconcile his religious values with what's
expected of him as a criminal defense attorney. 
Monthly meetings will be held at 7:00 PM at the Big Idea Theatre, 1616 Del Paso Blvd.  
There are no dues, fees or other charges for participating.  
We thank the Big Idea Theatre for hosting the Playwrights Collaborative  workshops.
From Business 80, travel west on Arden Way. Turn right on Del Paso to the theater which is a short distance and in the same complex as Fran's Cafe and the Supper Club, across Del Paso and a little east of KFC.  A Supper Club sign is prominent from Del Paso Blvd. Also, a vertical sign that says GREENS.
[email protected]

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That's it for now.- I'll see you in the lobby!
Charlie

IMPROV Tuesdays 7:30 - 10:00 PM
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IMPROV Tuesdays 7:30 - 10:00 PM

Join us for Sacramento's longest running IMPROV workshop!
Come have fun with us at this drop-in class from 7:30 - 10 PM every Tuesday at the Mosaic Acting Studio in Rancho Cordova.

Improvisation is one of the two most important audition skills an actor can develop. It helps you to think quickly, concentrate, increase mental agility, eliminate "brain freeze" and learn to take risks. It is a skill that absolutely must be learned, and it's fun! No previous experience required ... This workshop focuses on fun and laughter!
Tuition: Ten Bucks Cash.
Cheap Therapy!!
For even cheaper therapy, become a member and attend as many as FIVE sessions per month for just $25.00
To subscribe with your PayPal or favorite credit card go to
Become an IMPROV Member
Please e-mail Charlie at [email protected]
if you plan to attend and/or need directions

 
From a Mosaic Acting Academy Student and Working Actress ...
Heather Pier
I recently made the switch to working in the Sac/SF area to the LA scene. I had taken classes from local teachers and had gotten tons of feeback about what to expect and strategies to use when I got to LA. However, with one exception, the advice that I got from people up here were just plain WRONG! Perhaps they have worked in this business in the past, but in the acting business (just like any technology) changes happen fast.
The one exception was Charlie Holliday. It pays to get advice from an actor with so much recent experience in Hollywood. All of his advice turned out to be right on the money.  LA is a big and expensive move to make. Save yourself time, money and frustration by taking Charlie's classes. He's a pro and a wealth of information. He'll give you good, solid, up-to-date information that you can use.  -  Heather Pier
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Shirt Logo             Mosaic Acting "Gear"
is now available!
Ladies polo People have been asking where to get the MOSAIC ACTING clothing articles with the beautifully embroidered logo I've been wearing - polo shirts, long sleeved Tees, hats, jackets, etc.
I get them from a company called Queensboro.  If you'd like to order something, go to the Queensboro web site and check them out.  When you find what you want, email the article number and color selection and size you want to me and I'll put together an order as soon as four of you give me payment for the items.  (I'll pay the shipping charges for you.)  You can mix and match items, and there's no minimum order for you.  Give me a call or email if you have any questions.  Thanks,
Charlie
 
Quick Links and other Resources
Mosaic Acting/ACT Workshops
Charlie Holliday on IMDB
Media Casting Group
From Charlie's Desk
Now Casting
The ActorSite
Okay, Folks, that's it for now.  Let me know if you have anything you want posted.
I hope to see you soon!
Charlie

 Contact us at:
Charlie Holliday
Mosaic Acting Academy
916-361-0952
[email protected]
Snail Mail PO Box 1142
Rancho Cordova, CA 95741-1142