I got a call two nights ago from a casting director for a show called Brooklyn Girls. It's a 1960's nostalgia musical about a girl group from Brooklyn. The only girl group from the 1960's from Brooklyn that I could possibly be a part of is Reparata and the Delrons.
The lead singer was petitte and had huge eyes... hmm...
I have a voice lesson tomorrow at 2 PM. Hopefully I'll get there and back in 1 piece as we're expecting large amounts of snow tonight.
Tomorrow morning I'll print out 3 songs- Captain of Your Ship by Reparata and the Delrons, Leader of the Pack by the Shangri La's, and I'll pick another by Diana Ross.
For those not familiar with Reparata and the Delrons, here's the link for the video I found on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZZnuIAP0utY
Saturday, February 28, 2009
Tuesday, February 24, 2009
Z-Rock
This is what I've applied for. I love Z-Rock and working on the show is always a good time. Cross your fingers that I get this!
Synopsis We are booking featured background for a variety of specific featured roles for the hit IFC Series "Z Rock", now in it's second season. The premise of the show is similar to HBO's "Entourage", except this is a scripted comedy series that chronicles the life of a New York Rock Band who plays out in clubs at night to their hip young adult fan base, but plays kids parties during the day to supplement their income. The show will feature CELEBRITY GUEST STARS on a regular basis, and sometimes these celebrity guest stars will be noted in advance, and sometimes there will be a surprise Celebrity guests as well. The featured background will in most cases be booked directly from pics submitted electronically and most people will only be booked in a specific role for one day, but there are some 2 day bookings, and production might ask us to bring certain talent back for future shoot dates as well. Go to: IFC.com/zrock for more info about the show and clips from last season!
BUSINESS TYPE FEMALES / Non-Union / / Female / All Ethnicities / 28-38Business type females: 28-38 year old women, ALL ethnicities, clean-cut, professional looking women for a courtroom scene.Rate: $70 flat rate
Synopsis We are booking featured background for a variety of specific featured roles for the hit IFC Series "Z Rock", now in it's second season. The premise of the show is similar to HBO's "Entourage", except this is a scripted comedy series that chronicles the life of a New York Rock Band who plays out in clubs at night to their hip young adult fan base, but plays kids parties during the day to supplement their income. The show will feature CELEBRITY GUEST STARS on a regular basis, and sometimes these celebrity guest stars will be noted in advance, and sometimes there will be a surprise Celebrity guests as well. The featured background will in most cases be booked directly from pics submitted electronically and most people will only be booked in a specific role for one day, but there are some 2 day bookings, and production might ask us to bring certain talent back for future shoot dates as well. Go to: IFC.com/zrock for more info about the show and clips from last season!
BUSINESS TYPE FEMALES / Non-Union / / Female / All Ethnicities / 28-38Business type females: 28-38 year old women, ALL ethnicities, clean-cut, professional looking women for a courtroom scene.Rate: $70 flat rate
Monday, February 23, 2009
This Crow Has No Wings
I Gotta Crow crashed and burned (horribly) at the Millie audition. Needless to say, I didn't get the part and I was so, so upset about it. I made the first cut and typed in, which was great. However, I feel like I gave the audition away. Casting was very happy to see me when I first came in and while I sang well, they looked at me like I had 4 heads. Not good.
On a happier note, I just applied to do a safe sex promo for MTV. It'll be a 2 hour publicity stunt in Times Square. Not much money, but it'll be nice to do something proactive. Here's the casting call:
MTV Networks is seeking MODELS to participate in a press stunt where they will wear underwear (boy shorts/boxers and tank) in Times Square in support of MTV's safe sex campaign. The press stunt will be for two hours and will be one day only.
Yeah, OK, so I'm not a model nor am I close, but whatever. It seems to be a good cause and I'm all for it.
Here's to hoping...
On a happier note, I just applied to do a safe sex promo for MTV. It'll be a 2 hour publicity stunt in Times Square. Not much money, but it'll be nice to do something proactive. Here's the casting call:
MTV Networks is seeking MODELS to participate in a press stunt where they will wear underwear (boy shorts/boxers and tank) in Times Square in support of MTV's safe sex campaign. The press stunt will be for two hours and will be one day only.
Yeah, OK, so I'm not a model nor am I close, but whatever. It seems to be a good cause and I'm all for it.
Here's to hoping...
Thursday, February 19, 2009
Thoroughly Modern Audition
THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE — OPEN AuditionsThe Media TheatreMedia, PA
Call TypeNon-Required Principal
Date of Audition2/20/2009
LocationRipley-Grier Studios, (NY Spaces)520 Eighth Avenue (36th/37th St.)New York, NY 16th Floor.
Time(s)Friday, February 20, 200910 AM — 2 PM> A monitor will not be provided. The producer will run all aspects of this audition.
PersonnelArtistic Director: Jesse ClineDirector: Patricia RaineMusic Director: Samuel HeifetzBook: Richard Morris & Dick ScanlanNew Music: Jeanine TesoriNew Lyrics: Dick Scanlan
Other Dates1st rehearsal: April 6, 2009. Runs: April 29 - June 7.
ContractLOA$470/week minimum.
SeekingSingers Who Dance.
BreakdownThis notice does not have a breakdown.
PreparationPrepare 16 bars in the style of the show (no lead sheets) that shows vocal range and be prepared to dance if asked.
Bring sheet music; an accompanist will be provided. Bring jazz and character shoes (tap shoes if you have them). Bring picture and resume, stapled together.
Otherwww.mediatheatre.org
EMC points available for non-union performers in the Equity Membership Candidacy Program.
Performers of all ethnic and racial backgrounds are encouraged to attend.
Always bring your Equity Membership Card to audition
Call TypeNon-Required Principal
Date of Audition2/20/2009
LocationRipley-Grier Studios, (NY Spaces)520 Eighth Avenue (36th/37th St.)New York, NY 16th Floor.
Time(s)Friday, February 20, 200910 AM — 2 PM> A monitor will not be provided. The producer will run all aspects of this audition.
PersonnelArtistic Director: Jesse ClineDirector: Patricia RaineMusic Director: Samuel HeifetzBook: Richard Morris & Dick ScanlanNew Music: Jeanine TesoriNew Lyrics: Dick Scanlan
Other Dates1st rehearsal: April 6, 2009. Runs: April 29 - June 7.
ContractLOA$470/week minimum.
SeekingSingers Who Dance.
BreakdownThis notice does not have a breakdown.
PreparationPrepare 16 bars in the style of the show (no lead sheets) that shows vocal range and be prepared to dance if asked.
Bring sheet music; an accompanist will be provided. Bring jazz and character shoes (tap shoes if you have them). Bring picture and resume, stapled together.
Otherwww.mediatheatre.org
EMC points available for non-union performers in the Equity Membership Candidacy Program.
Performers of all ethnic and racial backgrounds are encouraged to attend.
Always bring your Equity Membership Card to audition
Tuesday, February 17, 2009
Z-Rock
Friday the 13th was actually a pretty great day.
It started out by missing the bus from the center of town. However, I caught another bus from a neighboring town and got in 10 minutes earlier than originally planned.
Oh, and if you're going to race a bus to the busstop, I highly reccomend driving a Nissan Sentra. Just sayin'... :)
I got in and to location at Pier 17 in Chelsea by 8:15. It was GORGEOUS! Holy cow!
It turns out that the ice rink that is set up is over the water and outdoors. Talk about a stroke of luck! It was so beautiful out- delightfully above freezing (at least 40!) with a warm breeze and bright sun. It was lovely.
There were only 8 other extras there on location. Three were 15 year old hockey players. The rest of us were over 18. I am proud to report that I was not asked if I had a parent with me. I finally passed for a real adult.
It's all about the little victories.
The shoot was wonderful. Call time was at 9 and we were on the ice at Chelsea Piers from 10-2. Then we were done. DONE! 5 hours total- 4 actually working. What a breeze!
The other extras were absolutely wonderful. We all got along and tried to do spins between takes. The crew, as always, was fantastic. This was my third time on Z-Rock and it was by far the best shoot. What a difference between the first and second season!
In other news, Confessions of a Shopaholic opened over the weekend. It opened in 4th place, which is slightly disappointing. Another minor disappointment was that I didn't really make the final cut. What can you do... My brilliant sample sale shopping ended up on the cutting room floor. That's Hollywood for you... :)
I also started taking ballet lessons again. I'm in far worse shape than I originally thought.
On a happier note, my voice lessons are going swimmingly. I'm finally feeling confident in my voice, which is a great change. My next lesson is on Friday. More details to follow.
It started out by missing the bus from the center of town. However, I caught another bus from a neighboring town and got in 10 minutes earlier than originally planned.
Oh, and if you're going to race a bus to the busstop, I highly reccomend driving a Nissan Sentra. Just sayin'... :)
I got in and to location at Pier 17 in Chelsea by 8:15. It was GORGEOUS! Holy cow!
It turns out that the ice rink that is set up is over the water and outdoors. Talk about a stroke of luck! It was so beautiful out- delightfully above freezing (at least 40!) with a warm breeze and bright sun. It was lovely.
There were only 8 other extras there on location. Three were 15 year old hockey players. The rest of us were over 18. I am proud to report that I was not asked if I had a parent with me. I finally passed for a real adult.
It's all about the little victories.
The shoot was wonderful. Call time was at 9 and we were on the ice at Chelsea Piers from 10-2. Then we were done. DONE! 5 hours total- 4 actually working. What a breeze!
The other extras were absolutely wonderful. We all got along and tried to do spins between takes. The crew, as always, was fantastic. This was my third time on Z-Rock and it was by far the best shoot. What a difference between the first and second season!
In other news, Confessions of a Shopaholic opened over the weekend. It opened in 4th place, which is slightly disappointing. Another minor disappointment was that I didn't really make the final cut. What can you do... My brilliant sample sale shopping ended up on the cutting room floor. That's Hollywood for you... :)
I also started taking ballet lessons again. I'm in far worse shape than I originally thought.
On a happier note, my voice lessons are going swimmingly. I'm finally feeling confident in my voice, which is a great change. My next lesson is on Friday. More details to follow.
Sunday, February 8, 2009
StrawHat amongst other things
There's been a little bit of excitement over here.
I have booked another appearance on the IFC TV show "Z-Rock." This time I will be an ice skater. I haven't worked since November (holiday retail did wonders for the acting career) and this will be a fun shoot. It will also be my third time on this show.
I have also been preparing as best I can for the StrawHat Auditions. In late March, I will be at a national audition for summer stock work. My choice for a song is "I've Gotta Crow" from Peter Pan. There's also a monologue I've been looking at. It's from Steve Martin's "Patter For The Floating Lady." For those familiar with it, it's the tennis shoe monologue. While I've looked at this piece before, it is now time to work on it in earnst.
To prepare for these auditions, I have also started taking voice lessons again. They have gone well so far and I can only look forward to more progress. I will see about setting up another appointment for this week.
I will take my first ballet class in over 6 months tomorrow evening. Sore muscles are sure to follow... :)
I have booked another appearance on the IFC TV show "Z-Rock." This time I will be an ice skater. I haven't worked since November (holiday retail did wonders for the acting career) and this will be a fun shoot. It will also be my third time on this show.
I have also been preparing as best I can for the StrawHat Auditions. In late March, I will be at a national audition for summer stock work. My choice for a song is "I've Gotta Crow" from Peter Pan. There's also a monologue I've been looking at. It's from Steve Martin's "Patter For The Floating Lady." For those familiar with it, it's the tennis shoe monologue. While I've looked at this piece before, it is now time to work on it in earnst.
To prepare for these auditions, I have also started taking voice lessons again. They have gone well so far and I can only look forward to more progress. I will see about setting up another appointment for this week.
I will take my first ballet class in over 6 months tomorrow evening. Sore muscles are sure to follow... :)
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