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Hi Guys There are a couple of courses through this week that I am liking. Check out the Speed Auditioning at Screenwise, and a new listing by Suzie Maizel. I did a few castings with Suzie over the years, she is amazing and they have put together a unique concept. All courses are listed under the casting board. ------------------------------------------ I often get emails from actors who are really frustrated with the process. They are doing the courses, dedicating their time, creating a good product ( SPENDING THE MONEY), yet they can't seem to get anywhere. I completely understand the frustration - it is such a tough industry but.............you have to think about your acting career as a business. If you want to be a professional in a high paying industry, at the top of your field - how long do you think that would take. Think a dentist and a doctor. Those guys study for 6 years minumum. Then to be a general GP, you are with the rest of the pack, you then have to go on to more study to specialise and it is then that you start to earn the big bikkies - when you have developed your own practice. Acting is similar - there is no such thing as overnight. My personal opinion is that it is unreasonable to go from nothing to regular actor on a series in 2 years. 2 years is just your kindergarten. From most actors I have interviewed, they have all said 10 years is more like it. Think about actors that do the full time NIDA course. 3 years of permanent study will put them ahead of the rest as they are actually working hard for those 3 years. Then...there is no guarantees for them and there are many ex NIDA graduates who are out of work, or who have struggled. So how much study/training/doing short films and community projects is enough ? There is no answer to that. If you are an actor who struggles with the frustration of wanting more work and just can't seem to break through, then I would suggest you watch the interviews with: Nick Hardcastle - Actor ABC Creature Features, Denise Roberts - Actor - on EVERYTHING, Alex Pinder, Ocean Girl, Wil Traval Actor - All Saints and Damien Walshe-Howling, Actor/Blue Heelers and Ditch Davey - Actor Sea Patrol. They are all Aussie actors who have done the hard yards and they generously share their secrets and their journey. This will keep it very real for you. Other resources that will help you are our interviews with Felix Williamson ( he is the guy on the Commonwealth Bank Ads) and is now living and working in the US. We also have helpful hints from actor/producer Matt Norman, Fletcher Humphries- Actor - All Saints/McLeod's, and Larry Emdur - TV Presenter. They all are recognisable faces on tv, have done it tough for most of their acting life ( or are still doing it tough) and can help you make realistic business decisions for your acting career, as well as keep you motivated and passionate. Don't be frustrated - take positive action. I have put these info packs together as a one off for you. You can order them at the bookstore or by clicking on the link at the side. QOS - Actors for Actors - "A Real Perspective" on how to build your acting career. Have a great easter - happy reading and watching. Cheers Lee EMAIL ME QOS Website - click here Latest Quiet On Set News QOS Reader is working towards Success. Melbourne ba sed filmmaker and QOS reader Troy Nankervis is a Top 10 Finalist in the OPTUS ONE80 PROJECT, a competition that gives the winner the chance to get a drama series concept made for MTV. Troy's entry 'Wasted' is set in Melbourne's pub and live music scene: What would you do if you walked into hell, but you didn''t know it? ".Nathan''s in a jam. He''s got no house, no money, and no job. That is, until he stumbles across the ''Stone Pony'', And once he''s inside, there''s no going back... Wasted is a rockin'' eight part one hour drama series set against the backdrop of Melbourne''s live music scene. In a dark, dingy bar in the heart of Fitzroy, the young workers at the ''Stone Pony'' do whatever the hell they want because in this joint there''s no rules, no responsibilities and no one to answer to. Nathan''s naivety is his worst enemy as he slowly becomes consumed by the reckless lifestyle of his new work friends." Troy hopes to promote live music culture through this project through addressing some of the issues affecting our music scene at the moment, as well as promoting independent artists and musicians in every episode on the soundtrack. You can support Troy by voting for 'Wasted' @ one80project.com.au Voting Closes April 5th. URL: http://www.one80project.com.au/view_entry10.php?id=409 Go for it Troy. We support you. Keep at it. Cheers Lee TOP Casting Board QOS Website - click here All the Beauty Queens Love Tioesco - 27 March 2010 Sydney,NSW Filipino female (18-35) wanted for lead role. Involvement here presents an opportunity for aspiring talent to be part of a passionate, regularly-working production team. Everyone is on deferred pay but will constitute the regular production and acting staff for other projects in development. Palm Door - Short pre Feature Film - 26 March 2010 Sydney,NSW "Palm Door" is a feature length film; however this casting call is for a 10 minute excerpt/short from the feature that will be used as supporting material in a funding application. The actors cast for the excerpt/short will also be cast in mind for the same role in the feature. Many roles requiring lots of looks and nationalilties. See members area for full character details Reality is a Dream - 17 March 2010 Sydney,NSW Casting supporting adult male roles and child supporting roles for Feature Film. CHARACTERS: DAVID - Males, aged 21 to 30 . Was best friends with Kristian during childhood. Trying to rekindle the friendship in adulthood. Is married to Anna and is about to be a father. JOHNNY - Males, aged 18 to 22 , dislikes Kristian and always tries outdo him especially in relationships. Is a ladie's man and all that. Small part but crucical. Needs to have at best toned arms or more. GEORGE : Males, aged 35 to 45 , Father to Kristian and Mallory who has to deal with Mallory having Leukemia and certain death. MARK, Males, aged 45 to 50, Deceased grandfather to Kristian who appears to his sister Mallory in a dream. KRISTIAN (YOUNGER):Males, aged 10 to 13 . Appears in first quarter of the film pretty much. Has his life turned upside down when his sister goes back. PAID WORK - Theatre Auditions - Male Actor - 16 March 2010 Sydney - Then Touring,NSW ROLE: Fly/Jimmy (Being Brave/The Hurting Game/Buddies) : Lead  / Male / 19 to 25 years. Male with experience in Physical Theatre and comedy. Some character acting required. Must be able to sing. Playing range 16-25 1 Sydney actor required - Touring July to December 2010 and then February to April 2011 (2 contracts) MUST BE PREPARED TO DO BOTH SEASONS. Contract 1: 4 weeks rehearsal near Byron Bay (Far North Coast of NSW), 8-9 weeks in Brisbane, 7 weeks in Sydney, 2 weeks in Melbourne, 1 week holiday in actors base city. PAID WORK - DISNEY CHARACTER LOOKALIKES - 16 March 2010 Melbourne - Japan,VIC Male Disney Character Look-alikes: 5'0"-5'6" and 5'8"-6'0", charming and handsome performers to portray various Disney princes and heroes including: Captain Jack Sparrow, Indiana Jones, Aladdin, Prince Charming, Prince Philip and Peter Pan. Female Disney Character Look-alikes: 4'11"-5'7", beautiful and graceful performers to portray various Disney princesses and heroines including: Jasmine, Pocahontas, Alice, Wendy, Tinker Bell, Ariel, Belle, Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty and Snow White. PAID WORK - Female Aerialist - 16 March 2010 Melb & Syd Auditions,0 Female Aerialists: 5'0"-5'6", strong aerialist experience (2-point harness) and/or training to portray Ariel in "Under the Sea", an interactive retelling of the classic Disney animated feature The Little Mermaid. ($740 U.S. dollars per week plus per diem). PAID WORK - Male & Female Dancers - 16 March 2010 Melb & Syd Auditions,0 Ballet/Jazz Dancers: Males 5'9"+, Females 5'3"-5'6", to portray classic Disney Princes & Princesses. Male Ballet Dancers: 5'5"-5'8", slender build, strong ballet technique, portrays Peter Pan. Athletic Dancers with Exotic Look: Males 5'6"+, Females 5'1"-5'7", exotic looking, athletic with strong physiques for a lavish multi-sensory production. Six to eight month contracts begin August/September 2010. Performers receive $740 - $760 (US dollars) per week (depending on role and show), per diem, round trip travel, private apartments, 5-day work weeks, and the chance to experience one of the world's most fascinating and vibrant cities. PAID WORK - MALE/FEMALE VOCALISTS - 16 March 2010 Melb Auditions,VIC DISNEY TOKYO: Performers bring exciting, up close entertainment to guests through shows that range from a '40s Big Band Revue, to a visually stunning live show celebrating the mystic rhythms of the jungle, to a rousing, fun-filled musical featuring Cinderella, Snow White, Prince Charming and many others. Six to eight month contracts begin August/September 2010. Performers receive $590 - $930 (US dollars) per week (depending on role and show), per diem, round trip travel, private apartments, 5-day work weeks, and the chance to experience one of the world's most fascinating and vibrant cities. Dead White Males by David Williamson - 14 March 2010 Sydney,NSW Roles available are: Angela Judd, 19, a university student "an engaging young woman with a sharp mind". William Shakespeare Not really the historical Bard, but rather a Bard conjured up by Angela . Grant Swain, a university lecturer "charismatic, articulate and animated. Melissa, 19, Angela's friend and fellow student "extremely attractive. Steve, a student "not conventionally handsome but appealing in a run down sort of way". Col Judd, 77, Angela's grandfather. Grace Judd, 74, Angela's Jessica Squires, 46, Angela's aunt Monica Judd, 44, Angela's aunt. Sarah Judd, 46, Angela's mother. STARWALKER astronaut reality TV show - 29 November 2009 Any / All All states/cities,0 Open call for entrants for new reality tv show STARWALKER, a worldwide search for two "citizen astronauts". Show is simulcasting north and south hemisphere. Applicants must be 18 years or over, able to provide medical certificate certifying basic fitness level and be prepared and able to travel at relatively short notice. TOP Film Competitions WANT UP TO $70,000 TO MAKE A SHORT FILM? FTI will distribute a total of $108,000 in cash and $8,000 worth of in kind support in June to filmmakers wanting to make a short film. Production Support funds, Raw Nerve, OOMPF, LINK, and HyperLINK, facilitate the creative and professional development of WA's early career independent filmmakers, developing their production, storytelling, financial and project management skills. Each fund has specific guidelines and objectives which can be viewed from the funding pages of the FTI website. Support & Advice Applications due 4pm Thursday 24 June 2010 Contact Email: - Web Address: www.fti.asn.au/make/fund TOP State By State New South Wales Courses Courses Film and Television Producer / Director Bill Hughes, and Casting Director Susie Maizels, start classes at a new school in Sydney on May 1st 2010 "Some people do not need a full time course to make a short film" Designed to fit an important new niche in the world of film and television the school will concentrate on courses which will equip people to make their first film. In a series of short courses students will be guided through important steps that should be followed to transform a great idea into an exciting film. Short courses, small classes, one on one with professionals. Module One "IDEA TO SCRIPT" 4 x 8 hour days (non consecutive weekends) M odule Two "SCRIPT TO SCREEN" 15 x 8 hour days (weekdays) Details http://www.reelfilmschool.com.au REEL FILM SCHOOL Level 4/ 74-78 Wentworth Avenue, Surry Hills NSW 2000 0418 927 554 Introduction to TV Presenting Sydney - AFTRS This AFTRS course is an intensive introduction into TV presenting. Participants will explore how to become a strong and individual story teller through the medium of television. Topics include how tools and technique can enhance a TV presenter's delivery, the basics of script writing and interview techniques and tricks. Each student will learn how to develop their own unique on screen presence and persona. # Sat 17 10am-5pm,Sun 18 10am-5pm # COURSE FEE:$395 # APPLICATIONS CLOSE:Apr 16 2010 www.aftrs.edu.au Screenwise Presents - Speed Auditioning - The speedy way to get your name up in lights: So you reckon you can act? 2010 Dungog Film Festival, the biggest festival of Australian films in the world, brings you a world first: How it works Each entrant will get the chance to perform a prepared 2 minute monologue of their choice, which will be video recorded on Saturday 1 May, 2010. Entrants will be emailed details of the audition location and time once online registration is completed. After the first round auditions are completed, judges will make a selection of the ten best performers who will be invited to participate in the finals, held in Dungog during the festival on the 29 May 2010. Finalists will be given a 2 minute script, which will be performed and recorded then played to panel of prestigious industry practitioners at the Festival. Dates First round auditions, Sydney: Saturday 1st May, 2010 Finals, Dungog: Saturday 29th May, 2010 Click here to read the Eligibility Requirements and Terms. Become a Fan on our Speed Auditioning Page on Facebook. Registration Fees Under 18 years: $10.00 Over 18 years: $16.50 (If under the 18 years of age you must obtain parental consent. A letter will be sent to you which you will need to complete and bring to your First Round auditions.) FIRST PRIZE: $5000 CASH, representation under an exclusive agreement for a period of 18 months and "Acting for the Screen" workshop from Screenwise. RUNNERS UP: First two runners up win "Acting for the Screen" workshop from Screenwise. More info and entry requirements at: www.dungogfilmfestival.org Queensland What's On? What's On Brisbane Openair - to 25 Apr Brisbane Openair is a season of films and music under the stars at The Parklands, South Bank. The festival runs until April 25. Emerging bands and solo artists take to the Nova Sunset stage from 5.45pm to play acoustic sets and chilled mixes. At dusk a full-length film screens under the summer stars. The eclectic line up is one of quirky comedies, retro classics, great Australian films, award winning films, new releases, premieres and sneak previews. A fully-licensed bar and affordable festival food onsite complete the summer sunset vibe. Tickets from $12. Visit www.brisbaneopenair.com.au for the detailed program. Doors open at 5.30pm. Victoria Courses | What's On? Courses AFTRS Film Club Comedy with Paul Harris - 9 Apr - 21 May AFTRS Victoria has partnered with film buff extraordinaire Paul Harris to bring Melbournians a unique film club experience. Every Friday evening for seven weeks Melbourne's Paul Harris will host, cajole, entertain and enlighten you as he takes you on a screened journey through the comedy genre. Don't miss this unique opportunity to become an inaugural member. Every Friday night April 9 - May 21 6.30-9.30pm 2 Russell Street (corner of Flinders) Melbourne 3000 Cost: $290 Contact Email: aftrsopenprogramvic@aftrs.edu.au What's On West Side Shorts screening 13th April Six short films will be screening at Customs House Hotel, 161 Nelson Place in Williamstown for a fun time. Things will kick off at 8pm and we will be screening the films at 8.30pm sharp. Daniel Peterson's thriller WRONG ROAD will be one of the films screening on the night. Also screening will be David Moore's CRASH. CRASH is an event that irrevocably changes the lives of two young men, growing up on the edge of a knife in rural Australia. Tom Mcathie will also be there in person and on screen in the highly anticipated THE HUNTED. For the full program check out www.angryproductions.org. Make sure if you have a facebook profile you join the West Side Shorts group for regular updates. Tasmania What's On? What's On Meet the Filmmakers - All My Friends are Leaving Brisbane - 10 Apr Wide Angle Tasmania and the State Cinema are proud to present a screening and seminar with Stephen Vagg and Louise Alston. Stephen and Louise always wanted to make a feature film. In 2006 they decided to make it happen, raising $42,000 of their own money they made the romantic comedy "All My Friends Are Leaving Brisbane", Louise directing from a script by Stephen. The film ended up receiving post production funding from Screen Australia, achieved a cinema release (including a two month-run in Brisbane and in Denmark), was nominated for an AFI, and won the Audience Awards at the National Film Festival in Denmark and the London Australian Film Festival. It also launched Stephen's career as a writer and enabled Louise to raise funds for a second feature, "Jucy" which has just finished post production and is awaiting release. To find out how they do it, come meet Louise and Stephen for a Q and A following a screening of the film. When: Saturday 10th April, 2.30pm Where: State Cinema, 375 Elizabeth Street, North Hobart Cost: $15 full $10 concession For tickets contact The State Cinema Email:info@wideangle.org.au www.wideangle.org.au TOP

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