Greetings!
Welcome to Carlease's Bits 'N Pieces.
This ezine is for comics and fans of stand-up comedy.
I host a comedy room at Hot Java Coffee House in Long Beach every third Saturday of the month at 8:00 PM. The show is called Laugh-A-Latte and features a versatile blend of your favorite gourmet stand-ups. Some are seasoned comics working out new material, some are new going up for the first time, and others are returning to the stage 'cause they just can't stay away. Let's not forget the fans...we have been brewing up a packed house for one full year!!
I have been interviewed by several local publications and appeared on The Paula McColm show on UTV/Charter Communications.
There is no cover charge; just buy a cup of coffee, a pastry and be sure to tip your baristas.
THIS MONTH'S
LAUGH-A-LATTE
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MARCH 15, 2008
8:00 PM
Featuring the stand-up comedy of:
Faith Choyce
Courtney Ca
Shebah
Bobaloo
Roz Browne
and direct from the road, the cast of
MOM'S NIGHT OUT! - Mary Kennedy, Stephanie Blum and Laurie McDermott
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Carlease's Upcoming Television Apperances
"DAYS OF OUR LIVES"
Wednesday, March 19, 2008
I'll be the nurse lurking around the hospital wearing a "shower cap" !
Wednesday, March 26, 2008
No shower cap in this episode.
NBC
(check your local listings for times)
April 2008
Hallmark Movie of the Week
"Sweet Nothing In My Ear"
CBS
Sweet Nothing In My Ear is a touching story about a couple's difficult decision regarding a cochlear implant operation for their Deaf son. Marlee Matlin plays the mother, Jeff Daniels is the dad, and I portray Jennifer Kramer, principal of the Deaf school their son attends.
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Comic of the Month |
ROZ BROWNE
If you don't know this sista, shame on you! She has been performing as an actress, comic and solo artist all across the country for many years. Star of stage and screen, she is a cast member of Gary Austin's Harold Company in North Hollywood. Roz is a Laugh-A-Latte regular and her fans at the Hot Java are always asking, "When is Roz coming back to talk about dem kids?!!!" To find out what I mean, come check her out up close and personal this Saturday in Long Beach.
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Celebrity Sightings |
See? I am NOT the Pine Sol Lady, but my dear friend Diane Amos is.
Here we are chillin' backstage at a San Francisco festival. | |
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Carlease! |
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Car - lease' (n.) - talent built to last; option to buy
Bits 'N Picees Productions
310-663-3044
***COMING SOON***
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Where Is Hot Java? |
2101 E. Broadway
Long Beach, CA 90803
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How Do I Get A Spot?
We're booked 'til July 2008!! |
Booking now for:
July 19th
August 16th
September 20th
October 18th
November 15th
December 20th
Call or email:
310-663-3044
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When Are The 2008 Shows? |
Every third Saturday of the month
SHOWTIME 8:00 PM |
Comedy Tip of the Month |
Carlease, what is the secret to your success?
20% + 80% = 100%
show + business = success
We've heard it all before, "This is a business." Most of us in the entertainment industry have talent and that's what people see when they have the pleasure of seeing us work. But do they really know and understand how much work they don't see? When we're on stage, on camera, on the big screen, it looks so easy, like it's so much fun. And it is. But what does it take to get there? A large percentage of our job is looking for work and that takes time and money. Marketing, phone calls, resumes, ezines, photo sessions, mailings, networking, research, follow-ups, classes, rehearsals, auditions, open mics...the list goes on and on. It never stops. We do this because we love it or because we're probably a little bit crazy. But that's what it takes to play the game.
My success did not happen overnight. I've been working at it in Los Angeles for 23 years as of March 13, 2008. I've had to work at jobs I hated just to pay the bills and was unable to always give that 80%. It all adds up. No time is wasted. I encourage you to start where you are. Right now, you may only be able to devote 30%. Or 50%. Whatever that amount is, trust me, if you hang in there that will change and soon you will have a successful show business career - 100% guaranteed !!
Email your questions about stand up comedy to bitsnpieces@roadrunner.com and I'll answer them in the next Comedy Tip of the Month !!
THE TRUTH IS IN THE JOKE |
Looking forward to seeing you at Hot Java.
Be prepared to Laugh-A-Latte !!
Carlease!
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