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IMPROV!
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.
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What Charle's Students have to say . . .
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The Mosaic Acting class is a wonderful experience. The classes not only help the actor be in character and remember lines, they can be useful in all walks of life. Mosaic Acting classes are a must . . .
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If you're one of Charlie's Students and would like to be featured, email your headshot and comments to: charlie@charlieactor.com
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Greetings!
As we continue our series on the Twelve Commandments of Auditioning- This week it'sV. VI. "Thou Shalt Not Touch the Casting Director"
When you walk into the room for an audition how should you greet the casting director? Should you shake hands? If the script indicates hugging or kissing or some romantic behavior with another character in the script how far should you go?
As for the greeting, let the casting director set the tone. If they offer to shake hands, then it's okay to do so, but if they don't offer, then don't reach out and grab their hand. Many casting directors are "germaphobic' and just don't want to touch anyone. It's especially true if it is flu season. We sometimes see dozens of people in a day, so you can imagine how hard it is not to pick up whatever illness is going around. Just a wave and a friendly smile will usually suffice. If the audition sides call for a touch or romantic interlude with the other character, you'll need to find some creative way to suggest that action without invading the casting director's or reader's personal space. This may seem obvious, but you'd be surprised how many actors will reach out and try to grab the casting director's hand or attempt to caress his or her face during an audition. That's just not appropriate. If you think it's necessary, you can ask "May I take your hand during the scene?" If they say it's okay, go ahead, but NEVER touch the casting director without permission. It breaks everyone's concentration. We stop thinking about your performance and start thinking, Oh my God, what is this person doing? There's really no need for it and it doesn't really enhance your performance. Most of the time you're standing on the mark and it isn't possible anyway.
Next issue: The Sixth Commandment of Auditioning - "Thou Shalt Avoid Using Props or Costumes"
Charlie
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THE MOSAIC ACTING SYSTEMVoted Sacramento's Outstanding Training Resource for Actors
presents
"Emotionology and the Whelan Recording Technique"
SPECIAL EIGHT WEEK COURSE WITH A SHOWCASE AT THE END
WEDNESDAY EVENINGS
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
APRIL 11 - MAY 30
WILKERSON THEATER
at the
CALIFORNIA STAGE COMPLEX
25TH & R
"The Whelan Recording Technique is helpful in bringing the necessary battle between instinct and technique to a peaceful accord." Kelsey Grammar, Star of "Frasier"
The MOSAIC ACTING SYSTEM (www.mosaicacting.com) is the next step in the evolution of acting and directing. One day with the Whelan Recording Technique is like a week of ordinary rehearsal. The character and relationship with other characters come together effortlessly in an matter of minutes. Line memorization is achieved with ease and speed never before experienced.
Emotions are to actors what colors are to painters. The more access you have to them, the richer your performance, but we've never had a way until now to make this internal abstract something external and concrete. EMOTIONOLOGY provides the tools for actors to study emotions in an objective and systematic fashion. The MOSAIC ACTING SYSTEM provides that and more.
I've taught and trained actors and directors in London, Toronto, and cities in the USA, as well as presenting Mosaic Acting to schools and teachers from middle-school to the University level, including the Academy of Art University in San Francisco. Come join us!
REGISTRATION INFORMATION: This class is appropriate for High School age and above, and actors at all levels of experience. Tuition is $350 and includes a copy of "Mosaic Acting System" ($50 discount if you have the book) (Prior Mosaic students may repeat for $ 200, space permitting.) Pre-registration required and only 12 students will be accepted. Directors and credentialed teachers may attend as nonworking observers for $200. (Includes book.) To register now with VISA, MasterCard or PayPal (3% service charge) Click below
Or you may register by phone at 916-361-0952 or send your minimum deposit check of $150 to:
Charlie Holliday, P.O. Box 1142, Rancho Cordova, CA 95741-1142
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Coming in May!
MOSAIC ACTING
and EMH PRODUCTIONS will be presenting the next in our Casting Director workshop series as we bring LA Casting Director to Sacramento. Watch for details soon!
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Have you registered?
 Are you listed with Media Casting Group? If not, go to www.MediaCastingGroup.com and click on "Register" on the upper right. The Basic Membership is only $35 for the first year and will automatically renew for $25 each year. The Gold Membership alllows you to post more pictures and is $50 for the first year and $35 per year thereafter. (There is no charge to members of the performer's unions. Contact us at MediaCastingGroup@gmail.com for a coupon code.)
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 Film Auditions and News . . . ______________________________________________________________________
New web-series is scheduled to start filming it's first season in Sacramento.
Filming to begin April 14th in Sacramento area. If interested in one of the below roles, please submit headshot and resume to nowhiring.tv@gmail.com with character name in the subject.
Immediate need:
RECEPTIONIST (Series co-star, recurring role, 20'S) Super sexy , dim-witted receptionist at an employment agency. More focused on looking hot than doing her job, that and playing some serious Angry Birds at work.
BRIDE (FEATURED EXTRA, 20's/30's) Getting married, looking for someone with their own wedding dress.
GROOM (FEATURED EXTRA, 20's/30's) Getting married, looking for someone with their own tux, or access to one.
OVERWEIGHT KID (FEATURED EXTRA, 9-12 in appearance)
SEXY SANTA HELPER (FEATURED EXTRA, 20'S) Sexy woman portraying a mall Santa'S helper.
EXTRAS (20-40's) Multiple scenes in need of extras.
All roles are paid on deferred compensation per day. $75 for Featured Extra, $150 for co-star, $50 for extra.
7 episodes scheduled to be filmed, additional casting calls to be released soon.
New web-series is scheduled to start filming it's first season in Sacramento.
Filming to begin April 14th in Sacramento area. If interested in one of the below roles, please submit headshot and resume to nowhiring.tv@gmail.com with character name in the subject.
Immediate need:
RECEPTIONIST (Series co-star, recurring role, 20'S) Super sexy , dim-witted receptionist at an employment agency. More focused on looking hot than doing her job, that and playing some serious Angry Birds at work.
BRIDE (FEATURED EXTRA, 20's/30's) Getting married, looking for someone with their own wedding dress.
GROOM (FEATURED EXTRA, 20's/30's) Getting married, looking for someone with their own tux, or access to one.
OVERWEIGHT KID (FEATURED EXTRA, 9-12 in appearance)
SEXY SANTA HELPER (FEATURED EXTRA, 20'S) Sexy woman portraying a mall Santa'S helper.
EXTRAS (20-40's) Multiple scenes in need of extras.
All roles are paid on deferred compensation per day. $75 for Featured Extra, $150 for co-star, $50 for extra.
7 episodes scheduled to be filmed, additional casting calls to be released soon. __________________________________________________________________________
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THE CFAA MEETS:
The third Tuesday of every month
at The Art Institute of Sac 2850 Gateway Oaks Dr. Free to CFAA members! $5 for non-members and guests, $3 for students
Unless otherwise noted, all CFAA monthly events are held at: The Art Institute of Sacramento, 2850 Gateway Oaks Dr. Sacramento CA 95833 I-5 to West El Camino)
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 CALIFORNIA FILM FOUNDATION
Martin Anaya has invited you to the event 'Meet The filmmakers SFF 2012 SNEAK PREVIEW!' on California Film Foundation!
Please attend this FREE event Friday!
 | Time: April 6, 2012 from 6:30pm to 8pm
Location: The Artisan
Organized By: SFF 2012
Event Description:
Friends,
this is a networker/mixer to meet the people behind the 2012 Sacramento International Film Festival. Meet the filmmakers and creators in a laid back atmosphere plus get a sneek peek into what's on tap for this year's festival!
Don't miss this super amazing event! We'll have food, friends and fun and a peek behind to uncover the secrets of SFF 2012!
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See more details and RSVP on California Film Foundation: http://www.californiafilm.net/events/event/show?id=4396757%3AEvent%3A43313&xgi=5r4MhAfHJDz6ob&xg_source=msg_invite_event
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If you know any one who is looking to purchase great cameras:
I am selling 2-Panasonic 100-DVX 100 AP (with 188 and 350 hours on camera meters). The cameras also come with 1- 4x3 TV Monitor (7 inch)/manual/5 batteries/remote control/charger and AC adapter. All for $1,600 and equipment are in excellent condition. Each camera has capability to shoot in 30i or 24P progressive mode and 4x3/16x9 (non-native).
Please call Don at 916-335-3126 if interested.
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Upcoming Auditions for the Premiere of an Original Play in Sacramento!
About the Show: Based on a true 'coming out green' story, TOKE is a socially conscious comedy-drama about Weedee, a big hearted Betty Crocker, soccer mom who crashes through the suburban Tupperware wall with the courage to admit she inhales. TOKE follows her adventures as a young woman of the '60s in what appears to be lighthearted fun, but as usual, there's something more looming behind Weedee's wild journey. Armed with the Pot Fairy as her chronic side-kick, Weedee's wild ride leaves husband and lovers, male and female, in the dust and her supercharged ride gets wild and furious touching on the issues of women, veterans benefits, sex, and more! Join Weedee as she takes her life into her own hands one toke at time.
Director: Blake Flores The Timeframe and Dates: We have evening rehearsals beginning April 16th. We move into the space and tech begins May 21st. Previews are May 25 & 26. We open May 31st and run to June 30 with Thursday through Saturday performances at 8PM; we have two matinees on June 3rd and June 17th at 2pm. Audition Dates and What to Prepare: -Saturday, April 7th 10am - 12pm at the Ooley Theatre: 2007 28th St Sacramento Ca 95818 -Monday, April 9th 6pm - 7:30pm in the 30 seat theatre of Cal Stage: 1723 25th street (25th & R) Sacramento, CA 95816 -We will have you do cold readings from the script. Monologues are optional. -Please e-mail what date and time you would be auditioning. -If you cannot make these dates and times, but are still interested we can schedule an individual audition Looking For: Looking for 3 males and 3 females to play multiple roles, two or three per person. Characters age 25-40. Compensation: Small Stipend given at the end of the run.
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THREE ROSES PLAYERS CALL FOR ONE ACT SUBMISSIONS FOR THE WRITER SPEAKS
Hello Wonderful Playwrights! I hope this finds you well and writing.
I am always looking for great plays and this message is just to remind you that:
I admire what you do and I work very hard to support your work and your visions.
Please take a moment to look through your cache` or perhaps this call for submissions will inspire a new play.
I just hope it inspires, motivates and activates.
THREE ROSES PLAYERS
Where the ARTS come ALIVE
THE WRITER SPEAKS '12
ONE ACT PLAYS
20 pages or LESS
3 CHARACTERS OR MORE
NO more than 2 SCENE BREAKS/ Vignettes
Light props, sets, costumes
Has not been produced in Southern California in the last 12 months
No concurrent productions in Southern California
Local CA Playwrights must attend at least ONE performance (you receive a comp)
DEADLINES are the 10th day of the month prior to the theme month.
Selected plays will be notified by mid month prior to the theme months.
PLEASE SPECIFY THEMES IN YOUR COVER LETTER
The audience scores the plays and the top highest scoring plays move into THE WRITER SPEAKS WINNER'S CIRCLE. The prize is the playwright's winning play receives another run and they submit at least two choices for a companion piece.
In addition, I have now started a film production company. Which means that I am taking your work GLOBAL. The highest scoring one act plays, that fit our criteria, will be reformatted into a screenplay and filmed for festival submissions, etc.
The opportunities abound at Three Roses Players!
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"Nunsense II: The Second Coming
Don't miss this hilarious adventure as we continue to follow the Sisters of Mount Saint Helens of Hobokin on more of their misadventures. Filled with fun songs, dance and dialogue this production is a hit!
Nunsense II opened on March 17 and performances continue on Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00pm and Sundays at 4:00pm through April 22. (No performance on Easter Sunday, April 8)
Make your reservations now by calling 916-353-1001
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CAPITAL STAGE presents TRUE WEST by Sam Shepard Directed by Stephanie Gularte Performances continue through April 22 Wednesdays 7pm Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays 8pm Sundays 2pm Tickets $20-$32 BUY TICKETS ONLINE: BY PHONE: 916-995-5464 OR IN PERSON: 2215 J Street A fight is brewin' at mom's house. Austin is on the brink of something big. He has secured a Hollywood deal for his latest film script. Lee is a bum: a free agent. He's got nothing to his name except a six pack and a criminal record. They're brothers but they are as different as day and night. In this deliciously dark play of duality, Sam Shepard takes a long, hard look at America, from the romanticized West to the tranquility of picket-fenced suburbia.
Featuring Eric Baldwin, Cole Alexander Smith*, Janis Stevens*, Jonathan Rhys Williams**Members of Actor's Equity Association
TRUE WEST contains adult themes and content
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"The Adventures of Peter Cottontail" Saturdays through April 29th.
Peter Rabbit lives happily in the Green Meadow, eating from Farmer Brown's carrot and cabbage crops. His sole concern is his name, Peter Rabbit. He doesn't like it. Along with his friends - Jimmy Skunk, Sammy Jay, Old Mr. Toad, Johnny Chuck, and others, he sets out to discover a new and more appealing name. Meanwhile, Granny Fox is so hungry for barbecued rabbit, she sends Reddy Fox to capture Peter. Reddy makes a variety of plans to trap Peter, but he is clearly outfoxed by the rabbit. But, in the end, it is Reddy Fox who helps Peter find his new name.
This production uses actors and puppets to tell the story. Family fun for all ages from the youngest to seniors.
The Adventures of Peter Cottontail opened Saturday, March 24 at 1:00pm and continues Saturdays at 1:00pm through April 29.
Make your reservations now by calling 916-353-1001 or go on-line to buy your tickets.
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APRIL 15 PLAYWRIGHTS COLLABORATIVE MEETING AT THE CALIFORNIA STAGE THEATRE: At the Sunday, April 15, Playwrights Collaborative Meeting (7:00 PM) we will read and discuss John Ousley's "Stillwater," a play told through the eyes of Bill, a single father in Stillwater, Oklahoma raising his daughter Grace. When confronted by his former wife Maria, for the first time in fifteen years, Bill is forced to face his demons and to let his daughter find out the truth of his past.
Also, Joshua Laskey will discuss his recent experience self producing his play "Put Out: An Adulterated Farce".
This workshop is at the California Stage Theatre, 2509 "R" Street (on "R" Street between 25th and 26th Streets), Sacramento.
The Playwrights Collaborative thanks the California Stage Theater Company for the use of its theater.
For further information or if you have a play you would like workshopped, contact Gary Agid, chairman, at gary@agid.com 916-383-9267
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Okay, folks, That's a wrap!
Let me know if you have anything you'd like to include in the next issue. Just email me at charlie@charlieactor.com.
Thanks, Charlie
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