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CAST AND CREW NEWSLETTER

Greetings!  

Hello Talent!!

Happy Tuesday!

Here is the deal:  If you can play a good Redneck, submit to me , whether you have tattoos or not.. this is true acting ability here..   Send me pictures of your resumes and pictures that represent your redneck, thug or junkie look too.

We want you skinny (druggy look), meth head like... Tattoos are a plus. 

2) Other Job Leads -Student Films- Please Help out our Up and Coming!!




Nancy McBride

CASTING DIRECTOR-
"Print, Runway, Film, Television, Commercial"
ReelKasting.com
Kidkasting.com
386-690-2237



 

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Great news! Only four seats left in our Intensive Class AND we're offering the remaining seats at an introductory rate of $995! Payment plans available.

We look forward to being part of your artistic journey.


Accelerated Year One Intensive

This accelerated and intensive course will cover our first three semesters of course work (Foundation I, Foundation II, and Scenes I) in only 14 weeks. This class will meet TWICE a week on Monday and Thursday from 10:00am-1:30pm.

Begins : February 27th
Who: Open to all from beginners to advanced students
Tuition : $995 with payment plans available (please inquire)

 

 

Register today at   www.truthfulacting.com
or
call 407-309-0106.
 


Seating is limited, register today!

Truthful Acting Studios
5542 Hansel Avenue
Orlando, FL 32809
(407) 309-0106
info@truthfulacting.com


 

MADE FOR TELEVISION MOVIE CASTING:

Shooting starts March 1, 2012

Approximately 5 days.

PAYMENT IS DEFERRED... you will be contracted and be paid when it sells.- MUST BE OKAY WITH THIS.  Director was requested by syfy, so there is a relationship set with acquisitions.

If Director likes you- He will meet with you next week and screen test you.  


Here are the breakdowns:

Male: Early 20s,
Role: Darryl - Redneck meth-head, scrawny, preferably with a lot of tattoos
and piercings. Someone that wouldn't mind having their hair shaved down the
middle (reverse Mohawk) if possible. This character should be modeled after
the Russell in the cartoon "Squidbillies" on Adult Swim.

Female: Early 20s
Role: Moe -Same as Darryl, including tattoos and piercings (no reverse
Mohawk).

Basically, these characters should be the trashiest of white trash with a
psychotic edge (Jerry Springer guests on steroids).

EMAIL:  HEADSHOTS AND RESUMES-- DEMO LINKS get first visibility!!

reelkasting@gmail.com


Thanks!!!

Nancy McBride
CASTING DIRECTOR-
"Print, Runway, Film, Television, Commercial"
ReelKasting.com
Kidkasting.com
386-690-2237

CASTING NOTICES:



Casting: March 1st 1PM - 6PM at Seminole State College, Oviedo campus. Room 104.

Casting for the following roles: 
email:   aherring08@yahoo.com

Hot Girl: (Age: 18-25) Typical "Girl next door" Sexy, long hair. 5"5 - 5"8. 

Average Guy: ( 18 -25) Average guy. Can pull of a "nerdy" look AND a "fashionable" look. 5"7 - 6"1


**Cosplaying is a plus** 

Dancers: 

Five female and five male. (Any ethnicity) 

Voice Over: A guy who has a typical 'movie trailer voice. (You'll only be needed one or two days) 

Shooting Dates: TBD. (Rough idea: March 7th - 10th)

Locations: TBD.

ALSO; make up and hair stylists welcome. 
Video auditions also welcomed. 
 
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Seeking talented vocalists for a premiere performance of Requiem for a Young Man. This wonderful tribute to America's heroes-our soldiers-was written by Dove Award recipient Ron Owen. Rehearsals are underway. If you have some choral experience, are a fair sight reader and are age 14 thru adult, we need you! Seeking all ethnicities. Soprano, alto, tenor and bass. Please contact Don Schafhauser at orlandodon@cfl.rr.com For more details, see the website www.requiemforayoungman.com 

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CASTING NOTICES:


Greetings, Mrs. McBride.

My name is Joseph Sweredoski and I'm a film production major at the university of Central Florida.  I am currently enrolled in my final semester and am working on editing, and shooting the final portions of my film "Hench-Man".  The film is about the world's oldest super evil villain henchman and takes place across four decades and several sub genres of action cinema.  

Because the film takes place across several decades, I am forced to use several actors to play the same character throughout different parts of the film.  Currently I am looking for a middle aged version of the main character, "Henchman 80" to act in the film's montage.  The criteria for filling this role are very specific since we'll be basing around the character's younger self, played by Alex Blackwell, and older self, played by John Lundgren Archer.  The actor is not expected to read any lines, but must be between the ages of 30-50, mid height, mid weight, and have either blond or platinum hair and blue eyes.  Reference photos for the other actors cast for the actor are enclosed.

joeskivincente@yahoo.com
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Hello Nancy,

  

This is Bob Castle. J-Anno Stewart is my casting director and asked for your help posting an ad for auditions I am holding. I was wondering if you could help me out. I am holding another day of auditions on Friday the 23rd and Sunday the 26th from 1-4 pm on both days.

Here's a short synopsis of the film:
 
 Bob Castle ormondproductions@gmail.com

Union & Non-Union casting for UCF short film for the Directing III class in the BFA Program.
 
"Lost in the Woods" centers around Zachary, a young addict who is being chased in the woods by a monster, and Warren, an old man who wants to help him. Will Warren be able to help Zachary before he succumbs to his addictions?
 
Shooting will take place from March 16th to March 18th. Locations and times will be posted at a later time.
 
Auditions will be held on February 19th from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. in the Nicholson School of Communication Building
 
(See map below)
 
http://map.ucf.edu/locations/75/nicholson-sch-of-communication/?org=44
 

Leah: Female / 17-21 / White

Leah is a young woman lost in the woods. She is tired, hungry, and paranoid. She is always vigilant for the monster coming after her. 

Warren: Male / 50-60 / Any Ethnicity
Warren is an old man out hiking in the woods. He is gentle and soft-spoken, yet impatient at times.

  

Thank you so much for taking the time out to help me.
 


INDUSTRY NOTICES:  
Acting Workshop

 I have taught for over ten years, teens and tweens, and have designed a great curriculum.  It is an 8 week program with a 9th week showcase (which I would love for you to attend) for only $275 with $25 off for being signed with a local (tampa, orlando) agent.  Our showcase has local industry professionals attending including Agents, Directors, and even Debbie Gibson's Manager.  Our classes start March 3rd so this is very time sensitive.  

I look forward to speaking with you,
Andrea Jordan
Orlando area
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 The project has launched and would love it if you shared it with everyone!

 

 

New episode of "Playing the Field"  Enjoy everyone. Its pure comedy :)
 Look for great things from GoldenSPOONproductions in the future!

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Thanks for sending this out. I notice you aren't offering info on classes in Jacksonville. We offer on-camera classes for professional actors (www.actorsstudio.org).

Here is a full description: 

The Horton Actors Studio at the Performers Academy is where actors come to grow!  We train professional theatre, TV, film and commercial actors of northeast Florida in high-quality, consistent classes and workshops:
  • Professional Acting for Teens
  • Improv and Stand-up comedy (including performing each weekend at Johnny's in St. Augustine)
  • On-camera Scenework  
  • Two-year training in the Meisner technique
  • Young Performers
  • Drop-In night
 
 
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ART'S SAKE STUDIO ~ Core Film Acting Classes with Yvonne Suhor

OPEN ENROLLMENT DAY!

DEPOSITS WILL BE TAKEN IN PERSON (only)-no pre-registration or mail-in deposits  ~  SATURDAY MARCH 3rd from 3-6pm for our Summer classes.

Enrollments are on a first come first serve basis. 

To reserve your seat: Bring $125.00 deposit to studio on open enrollment day. (cash or check only)

Semester tuition: $325.00. Your registration deposit is applied towards the total tuition.

 
AFTER OPEN ENROLLMENT DATE you can send deposit (payable to Art's Sake Studio), to the studio @ 680 Clay St. Winter Park, FL 32789 (or drop in mailbox outside).  Be sure to check website for availability-seats may not be available AFTER OPEN ENROLLMENT DAY.  
Please check website 
www.art-sake.com for full registration information.

  

 

  

There is NO EARLY registration.  If you cannot make open enrollment day in person, you can have someone drop off a deposit for you.    OTHER UPCOMING CLASSES AT ART'S SAKE   ~ CLASSIC MEISNER with Christy Poggi: Class dates/times are TBA, to get on her interest list, please contact her directly at   christytheactor@yahoo.com


 



Believe in the magic of your dreams! www.art-sake.com  
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The Art of Singing

Now taking applications for affordable refresher workshop in singing.  All ages
Audition Prep and Voice Instruction
Workshop inquiries:         Call 407-359-8700

www.SandraLaceyVoice.com

 

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Thank you so much for passing this along!

  

  

A C T
Actors on-Camera Training 

 

Starts Sunday, Feb 12th!
6 - 9 pm 

  

The A C T course includes training in:

  

· Making strong acting choices                 · Film auditioning techniques      
· Dynamic scene work                              · How to heat up a cold read       
· Essential on-camera skills                       · Mastering monologues    

  

  

A C T is an 8-week course designed for adults and older teens which teaches the process of making strong, creative acting choices and the technical skills necessary for success in film acting.  You will work ON-CAMERA every class and receive individualized critique.  Classes are held on Sundays, 6 - 9 pm at Wet Orange Studio in Orlando.  Cost is $350.  Save $25 if prepaid.

  

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C A S T  
Commercial Actors Success Training for Adults and Teens  

  

Starts Tuesday, Feb 21st!
 
7 - 10 pm 

C A S T is an intensive 8-week course for adults and teens designed for beginners and working actors who want to increase their bookings.  Each student will work ON-CAMERA every class at their level and receive individualized critique. Classes are held on Tuesdays, 7 - 10 pm, at Wet Orange Studio in Orlando. Cost is $350. Save $25 if pre-paid in full.

  

The C A S T course includes training in:

  

                 · overcoming your fears and gaining confidence
                 · finding your "type"
                 · making your first impression count
                 · taking control of your audition
                 · scripted and improv auditions
                 · making "castable" choices
                 · finding and keeping an agent

  

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Shauna Bartel began acting professionally in Hollywood, CA over 25 years ago.  With over 100 film, commercial and industrial credits as well as an extensive background in teaching and directing, Shauna opened The CAST Studio in 2004 and has since taught hundreds of students how to bring together the actor's creative process with the technical skills required for on-camera work to give them the crucial edge in this competitive field. 

  

 

To Register: Call: 407-491-6037
 
 
 
MARK MULLEN WORKSHOPS 

The busiest part of the commercial season is just around the corner and the regional episodic television series are all about to go back into production. There has never been a better time to dive into a workout with one of the many workshops being offered at Mullen Casting this winter!

INSIDER SECRETS WORKSHOP: AUDITIONS & CALLBACKS

Adults 17 and over are invited to join us on SAT., JAN. 21 - 10AM TO 4PM when Casting Directors Mark Mullen and Shannon Ready share over 10 years of expertise about the auditioning process by revealing what goes on after the callback. This is a rare opportunity to take a walk inside the minds of the directors, producers, ad agency execs and clients who set the trends and call the shots that ultimately result in whether you're booking jobs or just going to a lot of auditions.

Mark will share stories of audition mishaps, close calls, missed opportunities and that rare moment when the planets align and the elusive role is booked. Actors will be put on camera reading actual commercial copy, television sides, and feature film scripts. The performances will then be viewed and analyzed in front of the class.

Q & A Session (3 pm to 4 pm): By the end of the workshop you will hopefully possess answers to every question you've ever had about the business in Florida and beyond. Prepare for straight-from-the-hip answers to the questions others tend to skirt.

Each participant will receive a flash drive of their performances from the workshop! This is a great way to continue reviewing and refining your skills long after the workshop has concluded.

Lunch will be provided.

Our Price: $99 USD

Buy Now | Learn More

TEEN/TWEEN WORKSHOP

Join us on SUN., JAN. 22 - 10AM TO 4PM for this fun and informative workshop where tweens and teens (ages 11 - 16) are encouraged to embrace their uniqueness. Find out what directors, producers and advertising agencies look for when casting teens in Florida. Casting Director Mark Mullen will take the teens through the paces of the auditioning process. Find out why and how more teen actors from Florida's current talent pool could and should be booking more parts in local commercial, film and television projects.

Parents are encouraged to attend the Q & A session at the end of the workshop (3 pm to 4 pm) where any and all questions will be covered by Mark Mullen.

Each participant will receive a flash drive of their performances from the workshop! This is a great way to continue reviewing and refining your skills long after the workshop has concluded.

Lunch will be provided.

Our Price: $125 USD

Buy Now | Learn More


HOST/TELEPROMPTER WORKSHOP

Join Mark and actor, host, director, producer, acting instructor, on-set coach Lauren O'Quinn on SAT., FEB. 4 - 10AM TO 4PM to find out why Central Florida has a reputation as one of the hottest markets from which to cast projects requiring hosts/spokespersons. In fact, Mark has cast for clients shooting projects from as far away as Seattle,Toronto, and even Sweden. Hosting projects include: Walmart, Selsun, American Express, Icy Hot, Kodak, Mitsubishi, Eyeglass World, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Panasonic, AT&T, Gold Bond, Allegra, and Chrysler.

Take advantage of this one-of-a-kind workshop focusing on all aspects of being a successful spokesperson/host. Participants will have the opportunity to work with a teleprompter, perfecting the necessary skills to land the job. Cold reading technique and working with script will also be covered, as well as tips on how to market yourself to producers and agents. Learn how to tell the story, find the drama and emotion in the words, and how to create your own unique voice.

Lauren O'Quinn majored in Theatre at the University of Georgia before moving to Orlando in 1997. She is an award winning actress, director, and producer with over 200 national, regional, and local commercials. She has appeared as an actor and/or spokesperson in commercials for such companies as Walt Disney World, Universal Studios, Microsoft, Nissan, Publix, Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Bob Evans, Maxide, Subway Restaurants and numerous others. She has also worked as a casting director and account supervisor for an award winning advertising agency and spent years in the talent agency business. Come to this amazing workshop and you too can learn what she knows!

Unlike the big SAG national cattle calls, hosting auditions typically involves a select group of hand-picked experienced talent. Take this opportunity to open a new door in your acting career! Last year alone, over a dozen hosting jobs came through the audition studios at Mullen Casting. Make sure 2012 finds you at the top of your agent's list when the next hosting job comes to town.

Each participant will receive a flash drive of their performances from the workshop! This is a terrific way to continue reviewing and refining your skills long after the workshop has concluded.

Our Price: $99 USD

Buy Now | Learn More

KIDS ACTING WORKSHOP


Join us on SUN., FEB. 5 - 10AM TO 4PMwhen your kids (ages 7-10) will be encouraged to embrace their uniqueness in this one day fun and informative workshop. Find out what directors, producers and advertising agencies look for when casting young talent in Florida. Casting Director, Mark Mullen will take the kids through the paces of the auditioning process. Find out why and how more kid actors from Florida's current talent pool could and should be booking more parts in local commercial, film and television projects.

Parents are encouraged to attend the Q & A session at the end of the workshop (3 pm to 4 pm) where any and all questions will be covered by Mark. This has become one of the most popular segments of the workshop, as Mark gives his parent's-eye-view of the industry and demystifies what it means to be the parent of a young actor or actress.

Each participant will receive a flash drive of their performances from the workshop! This is a great way to continue reviewing and refining your skills long after the workshop has concluded.

Lunch will be provided.

Our Price: $125 USD

Buy Now | Learn More


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TELEPROMPTER & EAR PROMPTER WORKSHOP

 

SATURDAY, January 21st

 

10 AM - 5 PM

 

 

Increase your marketability as an actor by mastering teleprompter and ear prompter skills!  Many local projects call for actors proficient in teleprompter and ear prompter for commercials, industrials, and infomercials.  Those actors who become teleprompter/ear prompter proficient have a definite competitive advantage!

 

Class participants will have multiple opportunities to work with both prompters with a variety of scripts and receive personal feedback.  Plus, we will give you information on putting together your own affordable ear prompter, and practical ideas to continue improving your skills after the workshop.

 

  

Benefits of using a Prompter:

 

  • No Memorizing
  • No Fear of forgetting your words
  • Prep time reduced by about 90%
  • Quick and easy revisions on set
  • Deliver scripts, regardless of length or complexity, confidently to camera
  •  Devote all of your focus to connecting and communicating with your audience
 
 
If you have ever wanted to see what it's like to use a prompter or you want to sharpen your skills, this is the workshop for you. This workshop is high energy and lots of fun!
 

 

    

What Do I Bring To Class? 
Just yourself, a positive attitude, a notebook and a small recording device (it could even be your iPhone).  If you would like advice on buying an affordable recorder or wish to purchase an ear prompter before the workshop, we will be happy to provide you with the information. 

 

Join us for this valuable workshop and add skills to your resume!

  

Where: Truthful Acting Studio, Orlando  
When: Saturday, January 21st, 10 am - 5 pm
Tuition: $125  

 

TO REGISTER for the workshop, go to http://truthfulacting.com/tep

 

 

 

Shauna Bartel (The CAST Studio) began her professional acting career in Hollywood, California, almost 25 years ago.  She has performed in hundreds of films, commercials and industrials, and has an extensive background in teaching and directing.  She has performed in numerous spokes projects involving teleprompter and ear prompter including Bayer, Disney, AAA, Dish Network, Sun Tracker, Florida Hospital, South Seas Resort, etc.  Visit www.ShaunaBartel.com for a full resume and video samples of her work.

 

Marco DiGeorge (Co-Founder of Truthful Acting Studios and Producer at Doctrine Creative) studied film and television production during his college years in Miami and found himself helming the camera as director/producer of the university morning show.  After graduation, he focused on a career in business, specializing in sales, marketing, project management and technical consulting. His true passion for film never left him though, and in 2004, he felt ready to tackle the film industry once again. Utilizing his strong blend of creativity and business savvy, Marco now works as an actor, producer, director, casting director and acting coach, bringing his imaginative enthusiasm to every production.  www.truthfulacting.com


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 Free site:

  

Actors Carpool Orlando to Tampa is now live.

I set up a group for Orlando area actors to connect to other actors so they can carpool to Independent Casting. (or HSN, etc.)

The site is on Facebook:  "Actors Carpool Orlando to Tampa"

  

  

Feel free to post this on your newsletter.  
No charge to join.  Actors only.

  

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