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NALIPsters,
Due to the upcoming Memorial Day holiday weekend, the LITI newsletter will NOT be published this Thursday, Sept. 1 st. Accordingly, the LITI newsletter will begin circulation once again, beginning on Tuesday, Sept 6 th, 2005 .
Thank you for your continued support and have a festive Memorial Day weekend 2005!!!
NALIP presents Chris Soth and his revolutionary new Mini-Movie Method...
Studio-produced screenwriter Chris Soth will teach a private, intensive, Million-Dollar Screenwriting Seminar Saturday and Sunday, September 17th and 18th from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Chris will introduce his revolutionary new Mini-Movie Method of story, breaking a two-hour movie into eight fifteen -minute films. Mini-Movies, or sequences, are an industry secret not taught in any other course, book or seminar. Once you learn this, you'll never go back to ordinary three-act structure again!
Chris Soth, BA in Dramatic Literature, MFA Screenwriting, sold his screenplay, Firestorm, for $750,000 while still a student at USC Film School . Chris has made more than a million dollars as a screenwriter and wants you to do the same!
Learn the secret of Mini-Movies -- go to www.MillionDollarScreenwriting.com to learn more.
Next Seminar
Date: September 16 & 17 (Location TBA)
Fee: $350
Only $250 for NALIP Members!
Final Draft registered users receive a $100 discount.
To enroll/RSVP and receive the discounts contact Chris Soth directly:
Email: chris@milliondollarscreenwriting.com
Phone: 310-397-3124
Space is limited! Enroll fast!
In 2004, the AFI Digital Content Lab (AFI DCL -- formerly AFI eTV) and CPB built on a long-standing relationship with a training program designed to build digital innovation in the public broadcasting community. Eight lucky participants from the PBS community received a stipend to take part in a 6-month prototyping exercise for a commercial or PBS project.
This year, AFI-CPB training initiatives have expanded. Both "Fellowships" (cash awards and team participation in an R&D project) and "Scholarships" (travel vouchers to selected AFI DCL training events) are offered. Eligible this year are: PBS producers; PTV station executives and staffers; and independent producers whose shows are targeted at PBS.
The former AFI Enhanced TV Lab has undergone a transformation to the AFI Digital Content Lab. Now, in addition to iTV productions, the PBS community will have access to a broader digital agenda in the AFI DCL. Prototyping projects and training initiatives may also cover broadband, wireless, gaming, and other digital arenas.
Don't miss an opportunity to train with the leaders of the digital community, contribute your own inspired thoughts and experience, and bring a fresh perspective to your own future productions. Applications are available at http://www.afi.com/education/dcl/cpb_train.aspx.
For more information, call (323) 856-7816 or email digitalcontent@AFI.com.
Making Connections Today for a New Career Tomorrow
Presented By
Southern California Broadcasters Association
The WB Television Networks
Date: Wednesday, September 14, 2005
Location: The WB /Ranch Office
Time: 6:00-8:00 PM
You Must RSVP by 9/5/05 For This FREE Event
*Only Qualified Applicants Accepted
Send Resume and Department of Interest to:
LaFern@scba.com (Subject Line: MIRACLE JOB)
LaFern Watkins, Director of Community Affairs, SCBA 323-904-4105
Qualified applicants include the following areas:
Accounting/Finance; Administrative & Support Services; Engineering; IT; Management, Sr. Level; Marketing; Post Production; Sales; Traffic; Internships (Marketing & Promotion; Production; Multi Media, Affiliate marketing; Media Relations)
Key Speaker:
Marco Williams
Director, Affiliate Relations
The WB Television Network
Network or NOTwork:
30 minutes will be taken for each of the employers to talk one on one with individuals.
Interviews:
The three-minute interviews will begin. Qualified applicants will
be divided up for the needs of the employer. You will be provided
with three minutes to speak with the employer about your qualifications.
CONFIRMED PARTICIPANTS:
--Brian E. Wright, Staffing & Recruitment,
The WB Television Network
--Carla Solomon, Manager of Diversity and Campus Recruiting ABC Networks
--Charisse Browner, President, Knowledge is Power/Producer/Host, Public Affairs Director, KPWR (Power) 106FM
--Diane Medina, Vice President of Diversity and Community Relations KABC TV
--Doris Quesada, Manager, Human Resources KTLA Television
--Gina Clayton, Diversity & Campus Coordinator ABC Networks
--Jami Hoffman, Manager of recruitment Warner Bros. Television Production Inc.
--LaFern Watkins, Dir. of Community Affairs, Southern California Broadcasters Assoc.
--Mary Beth Garber, President, Southern California Broadcasters Association
--Sheri Tobin, Local Sales Manager, KZLA-FM
Announcing the A&E IndieFilms / IDA Documentary Finishing grant.
Seeking unique, character-driven stories; told with a distinctive vision, shot in a dynamic, cinema-verité style. One Winner will receive a grant of $25,000. Submissions must be works in progress.
A tape or trailer of no fewer than two minutes and no more than seven minutes must be submitted to:
IDA / A&E IndieFilms Finishing Fund
1201 West 5th Street
Suite M320
Los Angeles , CA 90017
Late Deadline: Submissions that are received by September 15, 2005
IDA members: $15 Non Members: $20
Rules and Eligibility Requirements :
All entrants must be at least 18 years of age. Entrants may be individuals or collaborative teams of two or more persons.
For a full description of the applicable rules and eligibility (the "Rules"), please visit
http://www.aetv.com/indiefilms. It can also be Downloaded Here or make a request by calling the International Documentary Asscociation at (213) 534-3600 or e-mailing stephon@documentary.org. Entrants are strongly encouraged to consult and follow these rules. Any submissions not adhering to all of the Rules will be disqualified without refund of entrant's fee or any submitted materials.
AIA Studios is offering both a Commercial and Theatrical Agent Series Enroll in both, and save $25.00 - This offer expires August 31 st. The Studio is offering 2 Agent Series for actors serious about the Business of Acting. These 4-week series will cover everything you need to know about submitting yourself to agents, interviewing agents, and the process of finding the appropriate agent for you. Learn how to make an impact when given the opportunity to meet with an agent. This class will give you valuable insight from four different agents who all have unique experiences and perspectives in the Entertainment Industry. Participants will learn inside tips and advice in the industry and have the opportunity to perform for each Agent.
Call the Studio for a list of Guest Instructors.
Commercial Agent Series
Thursdays, October 6, 13, 20 & 27 at 7:00pm
Mastery Members: FREE Premiere: $160 AIA Members: $190
Theatrical Agent Series
Wednesdays, September 21, 28 & October 5, 12 at 7:00pm
Mastery Members: FREE Premiere: $160 AIA Members: $190
Call the Studio today at 818-563-4142 to enroll in these classes or to find out about our newly designed Mastery program which gives you access to UNLIMITED classes at The Studio. Please visit our website at http://www.aiastudios.com .
Denise Smith
Artistic Director
AIA Studios
818-563-4142 x 207
For guidelines information, please go to our website at www.latinoculturalcenter.org. The dates for the 22nd Chicago Latino Film Festival are April 21 - May 4, 2006 .
Stay tuned for more updates and hope to see you at the festival!
a special one-night only fundraising performance of
Romeo & Juliet
by William Shakespeare
WHEN: Sept. 2, 2005 (Friday) @ 8pm
Admisión: $15
WHERE: La Casa Del Mexicano Theater
2900 Calle Pedro Infante, LA CA 90063
For more info: Call (323) 788-3880; or E-mail: jreyes@eastlarep.com; www.eastlarep.com
East LA Rep invites you to join us for a special fundraising performance of our touring R&J show. Your contribution will go towards funding the incredible cast that has given their time and talent bringing this tragic love story of young love, parental ignorance, and societal strife to life. The ensemble of talented actors is, Richard Andrade, Mariella Saba, Francisco Garcia, Fanny Garcia, Eva G. Rios, Sergio Villarreal, and Karen Anzoategui.
For the third consecutive year East LA Rep will tour a classic play to various parks in East Los Angeles, this summer the production of R&J will be seen from the edge of East Los Angeles in Boyle Heights and as far east as the city of Whittier.
For more info visit our web page www.eastlarep.com)
Dear NALIPsters,
I'm happy to announce a 1 week screening of KordaVision that meets the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences Awards (A.M.P.A.S) requirements for "Consideration".
I need your support on getting the word out and getting people there. I would love to have you come join me. I will be present Aug. 31st, 2nd and 3rd of Sept. You can purchase tickets online at www.laemmletheatres.com or at the location Grande Laemmle Theatre 345 S. Figueroa in downtown Los Angeles .
Gracias/Thank you.
Hector Cruz
Starring: JOSE ROSETE, AMY SEARCY, ELIAS CASTILLO with BRIAN RONALDS, STEVE FUREDY, and DAVID HAYES
WHEN: THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 8TH, 2OO5 - 7:30pm Additional Screenings at 9pm and 9:30pm (Doors open at 7:00pm)
WHERE: TEMPE POLLACK CINEMAS
1825 EAST ELLIOT ROAD - TEMPE, AZ 85284
(SE Corner of Elliot Rd. & McClintock Dr.)
Admission is FREE!
For more information about the movie and the premiere please visit:
http://www.coolwavepictures.com/lawsofdeception/
Stay for a Bonus Screening of Charles Peterson's previous short film CREEP after the first showing at about 8:30pm .
When you arrive at the theater, please go to the BOX OFFICE and get your FREE tickets for Laws of Deception.
Thanks,
Charles Peterson
www.coolwavepictures.com
WHO: In celebration of FotoSeptiembre USA, students in SAY SI’s Media
Arts, Visual Arts and WAM middle school programs present a combined exhibit
showcasing their photographic work.
Serving San Antonio ’s youth, SAY Sí is a year-round, long-term, nonprofit multidisciplinary arts program that provides students opportunities to develop
artistic and social skills in preparation for higher educational advancement and professional careers.
WHAT: SAY Sí’s student exhibit, “Inviting Time” features pinhole, cyanotype, 35 mm and digital images that showcase moments & movements reverberating w/life.
WHEN: First Friday, September 2, 2005 , 6-9:00 PM
WHERE: SAY Sí Visual Arts Gallery @ the Blue Star Arts complex, 1414 S. Alamo , Studio 103
FREE: donations accepted
Exhibit runs through September 26th
FOR MORE INFORMATION:
PLEASE CONTACT DIANA REYES,
DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR AT 210.212.8666
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NEW YORK , NY ( August 23, 2005 ) — The sixth annual New York International Latino Film Festival (NYILFF) took New York by storm with a box office-breaking turnout. Attendance increased by 30 percent from 2004, and films were sold out throughout the duration of the festival. The final attendance totaled 20,000.
“We’re really excited about the turnout at this year’s festival,” exclaimed NYILFF executive director *Calixto Chinchilla. “ This year’s roster featured amazing films by extremely talented filmmakers and the reaction from our audiences was overwhelming.”
The festival, which was presented by HBO from July 26 – 31, 2005 , included over 70 domestic and international features, as well as documentaries and short films from emerging Latino filmmakers. Festival activities had something for the whole family including a Family Weekend, outdoor screening, parties and a special live music showcase. It also had an extensive list of activities for industry leaders and participants, such as the panel discussions with HBO executives and Rosie Perez, educational forums and special cultural events.
A sneak-peak screening of Sueño (“Dream”), set to be released by Sony Pictures in early Fall 2005, kicked off the festival with featured actor John Leguizamo, along with director by Renee Chabria, in attendance. The official Opening Night picture was the sold-out New York premiere of How the Garcia Girls Spent Their Summer. Featured actress America Ferrera, and director Georgina Garcia Riedel both attended the event.
For the first time in its six year history, NYILFF hosted an outdoor screening, which was presented by McDonald’s. The screening took place at Riverbank State Park and showcased The Mambo Kings, starring Antonio Banderas and Armand Assante, courtesy of Warner Home Video. The special night under the stars was a huge hit, with a crowd of approximately 600 people.
The success of last year’s Family Day resulted in the extended NYILFF Family Weekend, presented by the Eastman Kodak Company. During NYILFF Family Weekend, children and their parents enjoyed family-friendly films, including TheSpongeBob SquarePants Movie™ in both English and Spanish, and took pictures with their favorite costumed characters: Scholastic’s Maya & Miguel, Thirteen’s Digit from Cyberchase and even Ronald McDonald! Other weekend events included live reptiles from the Brooklyn Children’s Museum, dance lessons with The New York Theater Ballet and free popcorn and beverages, courtesy of Pepsi-Cola North America.
Another highlight of the festival included the McDonald’s showcase concert by Imani Entertainment Group and A&M Interscope Records recording artist Keyshia Cole. Ms. Cole performed to a packed crowd at SHOW, the velvet draped club in midtown Manhattan . The performance took place after the screening of Rikers High. Fifty percent of the proceeds from Rikers High ticket sales were donated to the Ronald McDonald House Charities Program, HACER, which has awarded more than $1.3 million in scholarships and is now the largest high school-to-college scholarship program for Hispanic students.
The festival closed with an awards ceremony highlighting the amazing works of the talented filmmakers that participated in the festival. The winner of Best Picture, who received a $5,000 check from presenting sponsor HBO, was George Valencia and Edwin Figueroa’s film Glow Ropes: The Rise and Fall of a Bar Mitzvah Emcee. Best Documentary was awarded to Favela Rising, directed by Jeff Zimbalist and Matt Mochary. St. Paul , directed by Francisco Ordoñez, won Best Short. The McDonald’s Audience Award was presented to Love for Rent, directed by Shane Edelman, who received $2,000 from the sponsor. The Kodak Cultural Voice Award was presented to (*NALIP Member) *Natalia Almada’s Al Otro Lado / To the Other Side; Natalia received from Kodak valuable film stock for her next film. HBO also officially acknowledged *Aurora Guerrero, the winner of the 2nd Annual HBO/NYILFF Filmmaker Competition. Ms. Guerrero received from HBO a $15,000 grant to produce and direct the winning short film based on her original script "Viernes Girl" ("Friday Girl"). In addition to the production grant, HBO presented Guerrero an additional $5,000 reward and, in an exciting surprise, acquired the short, which was screened throughout the festival.
The 2005 NYILFF was presented by HBO and made possible with the additional support of premier sponsor, McDonald's, official sponsors, American Airlines, Amtrak, CreativeOndemanD Advertising, Daily News/VNY, Kodak, Metro NY Newspaper, NBC/Telemundo, Reality Check, The Roger Smith Hotel, Time Warner Cable and, 103.5 WKTU-FM, and benefactors, El Especial/El Especialito, Latina Magazine, SíTV, Somosarte, and Zipcar. NYILFF is also made possible by support from The New York State Council on the Arts, The NYC Latin Media & Entertainment Commission and The New York State Parks Department. Special thanks to Time Warner Inc. for underwriting the NYILFF Future Filmmaker Contest for high school students.
The 2005 NYILFF Family Weekend was presented by Eastman Kodak Company and made possible with the additional support of Amtrak, Brooklyn Children's Museum, CreativeOndemanD Advertising, McDonald's ©, The New York Theater Ballet, Nickelodeon Networks, Pepsi-Cola North America, Reality Check, Scholastic Inc., Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing, Thirteen/WNET, Time Out New York Kids, Tribeca Cinemas and 103.5 WKTU-FM.
The New York International Latino Film Festival is the first festival in New York City to showcase the works of national Latino filmmakers alongside international Latin American films, while offering expansive images of the Latino experience. The festival presents works in the categories of Feature Film (in Spanish and English) and Vanguard Cinema, which includes experimental works, documentaries, student works and short films.
Related Story @:
The Sixth Annual New York International Latino Film Festival Heats Up New York Streets with Latino Flavor
PR Web Thu, 25 Aug 2005 0:05 AM PDT
This year's festival turnout exceeded all previous years. [PRWEB Aug 25, 2005 ]
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-Over 2,000 Latinas expected to celebrate Latina leadership at Phoenix Civic Plaza
A Youth Leadership Conference will kick off two-day celebration-
PHOENIX , Ariz. , Aug. 22, 2005 – The Hispanic Women's Corporation (HWC) is hosting the 20th National Hispanic Women's Conference in Phoenix , Ariz. on Sept. 15-16, 2005 at the Phoenix Civic Plaza . The two-day conference is the largest gathering of Latinas in the country and will provide leadership and professional development to over 2,000 participants while raising money for college scholarships to benefit young Latinas. There is also a Youth Leadership component to the conference.
This year's special guest speaker at the corporate luncheon on Friday, September 16, is Cristina Saralegui, host of Univision's "El Show de Cristina." She is a 30-year veteran journalist recognized as the most influential role model for today's Hispanic woman.
Wal-Mart Stores Inc. will present the special guest appearance of Myrka Dellanos who returns to television soon on a new Univision national show. For over a decade she has been the number one U.S.-born, bilingual broadcast journalist in Spanish television. Special guests also include Jessica Mendoza, U.S. Olympic Gold Softball player, Anne Marie Tallman, President of the Mexican American Legal Defense Fund and Youth Keynote Speaker Ret. Colonel, Consuelo Castillo Kickbusch. During this luncheon, Raul Yzaguirre, past president of the National Council of La Raza, would also be presented a special recognition award.
" Latina Power: Legacies in Leadership is this year's theme and celebrates our 20 th anniversary and recognizes Latina leaders who have paved the way for all of us, we are extremely excited about hosting 400 high school youth this year," says Sonja Mazon-Rubalcava, chairwoman conference. "This is the place to be for your source of inspiration, empowerment, and wealth building, both personally and professionally", she said. The conference will highlight influential Latinas who will share their stories of success, an exhibitor pavilion to promote products and services. There will also be a series of workshops and presenters on education, financial planning, parenting, voter outreach, careers, literature and more.
The conference kicks off with a Youth Leadership Conference targeting about 400 area school students. Letters were distributed statewide to select high schools with an invitation for Latina students to attend the conference. According to Rebeca Ronstadt, youth conference coordinator, "We have received an incredible response this year and we are looking forward to providing our young Latinas with the tools and resources they need to learn about college scholarship opportunities, financial planning and career outlook."
Linda Mazon Gutierrez, president of the Hispanic Women's Corporation, is bringing in the best presenters from across the country to celebrate the largest gathering of Latinas across the country. "Providing attendees and high school seniors the top line of nationally recognized speakers in best practices for business, law, education, health, and wealth-building seminars shows the strength this national conference delivers to Latina women" said Mazon Gutierrez and added that "The message we send to corporations, government and non-profits is that it is not enough to open the doors for Latinas. It is expected that political leaders and corporate CEO's mentor and create pathways toward personal and financial success if we are to escape being paid the lowest wages on the earning spectrum. Expanding math, science and entrepreneurial programs in the elementary schools is the beginning toward increasing earning and purchasing power for a lifetime. The investment is great."
The Hispanic Women's Corporation was founded in 1981 and is a model organization, recognized as a 501 © (3) non-profit corporation know for being a proactive leader in the development of Hispanic women. HWC empowers women through its commitment to the culture by promoting higher education, community involvement, professional advancement and leadership development for the improvement of Latinas' cultural quality of life. For more information on HWC or to register for the conference, please visit www.hispanicwomen.org
Winners to Be Announced During Advertising Week in New York
NEW YORK (AdAge.com) -- Aug. 30, 2005 -- To draw attention to the fast-growing Latino online marketing sector, the Interactive Advertising Bureau's Hispanic Committee will name 10 pioneers of Hispanic interactive advertising in September. The IAB is currently accepting nominations for its "Los_Pioneros" or Hispanic Interactive Advertising Pioneers honors.
See full story at: http://www.adage.com/news.cms?newsId=45928 -- Laurel Wentz.
Asians up 3.2%; Hispanic, 2.9%; African-American, 0.8%
NEW YORK (www.AdAge.com)--August 29, 2005-- Measurement firm Nielsen Media Research is revising upwards the total number of television households in the United States. Nielsen now reprots the number of Hispanic TV homes has gone up 2.9% to 11.23 million.
See story at http://www.adage.com/news.cms?newsId=45915
New US outfit Kindred teams up with HispanoFilms Comedy Dame Tu Cuerpo has already grossed $4m in Mexico .
Duncan Theatre to host Latinbeat Film Festival
Sun-Sentinel Mon, 29 Aug 2005 6:31 AM PDT
Some of this year's best Latin American films can be seen in Palm Beach County next month. Twelve selections from the Latinbeat 2005 Film Festival will be shown at Palm Beach Community College 's Duncan Theatre in Lake Worth , Sept. 9, 10, 16 and 17.
John Leguizamo joins ER
TV Squad Mon, 29 Aug 2005 9:08 AM PDT
Filed under: Drama , NBC , Talent , ER OK, so John Stamos wasn't available (his ABC show Jake In Progress got a surprising pick-up), but ER found a good replacement. John Leguizamo will join the cast as a doctor for at least 12 episodes this fall. This comes on the heels of news that Third Rock From The Sun's Kristen Johnston is also joining the show this season, as a head nurse.
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Looking for experienced Travelogue producer or production company to assist or co-produce in show aimed at cable networks. The show's focus is Mexico - tourism, adventure, history, society and culture. Host is ideal personality with experience throughout the country. For more information please contact David Cortez cortezdl@mac.com, (202) 425 5435.
Established Performing Arts School for Children Seeks Dance Teacher & Singing Teacher:
Upstage Theatre Arts Schools, an established performing arts school for children ages 6-16 is seeking both a singing and a dance teacher for Fall for one of it's schools in the Pasadena area.
We are looking for fun, enthusiastic performers, who has the ability and desire to work with children.
Classes will take place on Sundays from 1-4 PM beginning September 18th. The pay is $25/hour plus an addtional bonus at the end of the quarter if no classes are missed!
If interested, check out our web site at www.upstageschools.com and then be sure to mention you were sent by Jeff Gund, and email a resume and cover letter to: adrian@upstageschools.com
Hey! We're looking for an editor for the Lifetime I Do Diaries wedding show to work from approx 9/19 - 10/28/05.
This is a paid position.
The show is going to be more verite than a ”reality show” so documentary experience is a plus. We’re following our wedding planner, Katie Brown, who has two weeks to pull a wedding together for a couple living in Santa Clarita.
Please say you were sent by Jeff Gund, and email resumes to:
Chris McKim
cmckim@worldofwonder.net and
Mona Card
mcard@worldofwonder.net
MOUNTAIN TIME, a family feature film starring Bellamy Young and Edie McClurg is being shot in Brevard North Carolina during the month of September.
All positions are paid.
CREW:
We are in immediate need of production assistants, camera assistants, a loader, a steadicam, costume assistant, electrics, grips, dolly, best boy grip, sound mixer and a boom operator (both with own equipment), script supervisor and a hair/make up artist.
PA’s:
General office and on set responsibilities for every department; locations, art department, wardrobe, stills photographer, behind the scenes shooter. Please have at least one feature film under your belt.
Some pay and great food as we have the best catering company in NC doing our food.
PLEASE only submit if you are in North Carolina , the closer to Brevard the better (or can work as a local hire). We may have accommodations but we are not able to fly anyone in.
To submit, you must mention you were referred by Jeff Gund, and email your resume to crew@muskentertainment.com
http://www.hotdocs.ca/about_employ.cfm
Hot Docs is now accepting applications from individuals with extensive film and documentary programming experience for the newly created, full-time position of Programme Director. The position offers a competitive salary, benefits package and significant opportunities for international travel.
Hot Docs Canadian International Documentary Festival, North America 's largest documentary festival, is a not-for-profit organization that relies on a combination of full-time, part-time, seasonal and contract staff to execute its screening and industry programmes. Please visit the Employment Opportunities section of Hot Docs' website for a complete job description, desired qualifications and application procedures.
Hot Docs is an equal opportunity employer. The deadline for applications is September 21, 2005 . No phone calls please.
http://www.hbocomedyfestival.com/
Film Submissions
The submission window for the 2006 Festival has begun. The final submission deadline is November 7th, 2005 . Features, Shorts, Documentaries, and Commercials will be accepted. For entry rules and requirements, click here. For entry rules and requirements about the College Comedy Shorts Competition please click here.
We strongly prefer that you use our online submission form to ensure accuracy. Please click here to access the system and begin your entry. If you want to apply via hard copy, please click here to download a PDF form you can send in with your tape and supporting materials. For the College Comedy Shorts Competition downloadable PDF form, please click here.
All VHS tapes, DVDs and PR materials should be sent to:
Film Program
U.S. Comedy Arts Festival
2500 Broadway, Ste. 400
Santa Monica , CA 90404
For more information, please call 310.382.3595 or email FilmDiscoveryProgram@hbo.com.
Talent Submissions
To be considered as a performer for the 2006 U.S. Comedy Arts Festival, please submit your materials (DVD, CD, VHS tape, press kit, upcoming performance schedules, articles, etc.) to the address listed below before November 7th, 2005. NO WRITTEN MATERIALS WILL BE ACCEPTED.
Please include the best means of contacting you (e-mail, phone, address, agent, manager, publicist, etc.) Once we've reviewed your material, we will contact you if we are interested in potentially booking you for the Festival. Whether or not you are invited to perform at the Festival, please note that submission materials will not be returned. Also, periodically check out website as we will be posting announcements and information regarding the Festival.
Mailing Address:
Talent Department
U.S. Comedy Arts Festival
2500 Broadway, Ste. 400
Santa Monica , CA 90404
Floppy King Productions L.L.C. in Austin Texas has acquired the life rights to a dramatic story involving a Cuban refugee/political opponent of the Castro regime. We are looking for someone to write a feature length screenplay based on this man’s life.
Ideally, though not a requirement, the writer will have specific experience turning someone’s life into a dramatic feature length screenplay. The person on whose story the script will be based is available to assist the writer.
This is not a solicitation for scripts.
For more information please contact:
Arnie Reyes
Floppy King Productions L.L.C.
4407 Bee Cave Rd.
Suite 512
Austin Texas 78746
arnie@floppyking.com
Rising and Celebrated Latino Artists Perform Live at JC Fandango's in Anaheim, California on August 30th
MIAMI, FL, August 18, 2005 – mun2 on the Road is coming to Anaheim, California on Tuesday August 30th to kick off the search for an on-air VJ for a new program on mun2, the cable network that celebrates the lifestyle of U.S. Latino youth. Presented by Toyota Tacoma and free to the public, the concert event will feature hot, up and coming Latino artists and will be held at JC Fandango's at 1086 N. State College in Anaheim , CA .
Hosted by mun2 personality and DJ, Frankie Needles, the main attraction will be the live musical performances by the following confirmed artists: Akwid, Crooked Stilo, John Eric, Julio Voltio , La Sinfonia and Special Guest Yo Yai's From Wu Latino special appearances from Wu-tang's own RZA, METHOD MAN,GZA,GHOSTFACE, SOLOMON CHILDS, and many more.
On-site, a booth will audition potential VJs. "We're looking for someone who lives and breathes the Latin youth movement…someone who is proud to be Latino and of course, someone who loves our culture's music!" said Vicky Cabildo, Director of Talent and Artist Relations for mun2 television.
mun2 on the Road brings urban Latin music to its fans, while giving Latin artists the opportunity to feature their talent and have direct contact with their audience. As part of Toyota 's sponsorship and on-going support of urban Latin music and its fans, the event will continue to promote the "Mixin' La Musica" sweepstakes sponsored by Toyota . This national sweepstakes is offering one lucky winner the chance to be a VJ on mun2, which is taped at mun2 studios. For more information, visit www.toyotamixin.com
Doors open at 8:00 pm , and entrance is limited to those 21 and older, on a first come, first serve basis. To find out more about the event, log onto www.mun2tv.com
FOR INTERVIEWS
PLEASE RSVP: EDROSA@WU-TANGLATINO.COM
Actors and actresses are wanted for a new, weekly 30-min. television drama about teenage life in South Texas . “ INSPIRATION RD. ” follows six high school seniors through the wonderful highs and terrible lows of everyday life as they meet the real world head-on. This show will be gritty and unafraid to tackle tough social issues, but also graced with humor and warmth. Unlike any show produced before in South Texas , “ INSPIRATION RD. ” will present an honest, colorful picture of Valley life with which audiences young and old can identify and celebrate “Nuestra Vida.”
Shooting will begin in late September and continue on a weekly basis for the duration of the series. Shoots are tentatively planned for Saturday through Monday of each week. Professional or academic acting experience is helpful but not needed. Only performers with true discipline, devotion, and the ability to commit to a long-term series run will be considered. Actors will be compensated for their talent. Self-transportation to rehearsals and shoots mandatory. English proficiency a must, Spanish skills are a big plus. IF YOU CANNOT COMMIT YOURSELF TO THIS PROJECT WITH PUNCTUALITY, DILIGENCE AND PASSION EACH WEEK, PLEASE DO NOT AUDITION.
DATE: Saturday, Sept. 3rd, and Sunday, Sept. 4th
TIME: 11am-4pm each day
PLACE: The Echo Hotel and Conference Center
1903 South Closner Blvd. Edinburg , Texas 78539
copy and paste this link in your browser for a map:
http://maps.yahoo.com/maps_result?addr=
1903+South+Closner+Blvd&csz=78539&country=us&new=1&name=&qty=
PROVIDING A HEADSHOT AND RESUME IS A PLUS
PLEASE GO TO THE " INSPIRATION RD " LINK ON THE PRODUCTION CO.'S WEBSITE FOR CHARACTER BREAKDOWN AND SIDES at www.jilarraga.com
Please send a brief e-mail with your name, when you plan to audition, and who you are auditioning for to info@jilarraga.com
PLEASE read the dialogues placed online (at www.jilarraga.com) for each character for which you are auditioning, and learn that character’s lines before arrival. You may audition for multiple roles. Be prepared to discuss any personal commitments that might conflict with the show’s schedule. Every actor will be auditioned individually, for 5-10 minutes at most. The memorized dialogue will be crucial, along with brief questions and a simple improvisational exercise. Finalists will be notified after September 4 concerning callback auditions the following week.
This series is produced by Jose Ignacio Larraga Post ProductionS, in Edinburg , TX . Questions may be emailed to info@jilarraga.com or the series director, Duncan Johnson (duncanjhnsn@yahoo.com). The production office number in Edinburg is 956-316-4649.
Roles:
VICTOR: (Male, Hispanic, 18-24, dark-haired, medium to tall build.) The male lead and main character. Victor is a kind, hard-working student who will be the first in his family to attend college. He is a loving son and good friend, but makes many mistakes as he struggles to grow up. Suggested dress: Polo shirt and dress slacks.
ANISSA: (Female, Hispanic, 18-24, dark-haired, petite to medium build.) Victor’s girlfriend and the female lead. She is smart, kind and extremely cheerful, sometimes too much so. She is pretty and popular but has enemies, including SAMANTHA. She is jealous of Victor’s best friend, ROXANNE, and fears losing Victor when he goes to college. Suggested dress: long-sleeve top and jeans.
ROXANNE: (Female, Hispanic, 18-24, petite to medium build.) Victor’s best friend from childhood. She is down-to-earth and very worldly, above the petty social conflicts of high school. She is very close to Victor. Her sick mother and struggles with her sexuality are her burdens. Suggested dress: dark, slightly grungy shirt and jeans.
EDUARDO (LALO): (Male, Hispanic, 18-24, dark-haired, large athletic build.) Victor’s other best friend. A star football player but a poor student, he suffers from discipline problems, family strife, and having a brother in jail. His girlfriend, JUANITA, supports him but soon reveals a scary secret. Suggested dress: tank top and jeans.
SAMANTHA: (Female, Anglo/Hispanic, 18-24, medium to tall build.) A rich, spoiled girl who will do anything to attend the best college, she does not like her classmates but needs their help with classwork. Her archrival is Anissa. Suggested dress: long-sleeve button-down shirt & short skirt.
MANOLO: (Male, Hispanic, 18-24, skinny build.) Manolo is a party guy who easily becomes the center of attention. Not malicious, he always finds a way to spread trouble through his gossip. Suggested dress: deluxe shirt and slacks.
ALEX: (Male, Hispanic, 16-20, dark-haired, small to medium build.) Victor’s younger brother. He is a sarcastic, lazy rebel without a cause. He is in big trouble when Victor catches him smoking weed. Suggested dress: heavy metal t-shirt and baggy jeans.
JUANITA: (Female, Hispanic, 18-24, dark-haired, petite to medium build.) Lalo’s longtime girlfriend. She is quiet but very controlling of Lalo, who needs her attention. Suggested dress: long sun dress.
LUIS: (Male, Hispanic, 16-20, medium to tall build.) Alex’s good buddy. He is a real slacker who hooks Alex up with weed. Suggested dress: heavy metal t-shirt and baggy jeans.
IMPORTANT: We are also casting parents for these characters of different social classes (40s-late 50s); several siblings (ages 8-30); high school teachers (Anglo/Hispanic); principal (Anglo/Hispanic); guidance counselor (Anglo/Hispanic); football coach (Anglo/Hispanic); and numerous speaking and non-speaking teenage roles (nerds, jocks, cheerleaders, goths, prepsters, punks, bullies, hicks, all Anglo/Hispanic/Afro-American, 18-24).
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