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Please accept my apologies!
No - I haven't dropped off the face of this earth, Telstra, who host my site, took it in their wisdom to move my site to a different server and then once at the new server, my site crashed with technical problems. So technical in fact that they can't fix it, and it has taken me 2 weeks of screaming to get them to move me back to where I was.
Just sitting there on the old server, perfectly happy thank you.
For those of you who rely on Telstra for your business life, I know you share my pain!!!
So sorry guys, now back on track.
I get lots of enquiries from new actors not knowing which sites to join etc, so I have put down some tips for you below.
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ONLINE SITES FOR ACTORS.
It has taken a while to filter down from the US to us but now our online actors "info" sites, and I use that term loosely!, look like the ripoffs that are in the US.
I started Quiet On Set 6 years ago when I was looking for acting info and couldn't find any info for Aussie actors. There were a heap of American sites, all promising different things but nothing for us, so I started Quiet On Set.
We now get over 800 000 hits per month and have a great reputation in the industry. In fact, there are not too many casting agents that haven't heard of us, and in fact, not too many casting agents that I haven't interviewed over the years.
There are a few other sites around and it is insane for you to belong to them all, though I know that desperate actors feel they have to belong to everything so as they don't miss out.
Not true and here are some tips to help sort out the opportunities versus the rip offs.
1) You should be able to check out the auditions that are being listed on the site.
You must be able to see the quality of the listings before you pay your cash.
Do not join a site if you can't see those auditions on a regular basis for free, either at the webpage, or in a mailout.
2) Check out the quality of the auditions the site is listing. If they largely consist of auditions for:
- Model competitions or modeling jobs.
- Jobs for singers
- Community theatre (you can get that info from your local newspaper).
- Overseas jobs, like Germany!
- Largely competition type jobs,
- US jobs, particularly unpaid or independents, unless you have a work visa, they are no good to you.
AVOID THESE SITES. - They put all this rubbish in to make it look like ithe site has has lots of listings but they are not valid for actors.
3) Are they offering you any other info except for auditions.
Are they giving you free Q&A sessions or services, are they giving you course info for free, are they giving you contacts with industry experts, are they giving you whats on in your industry info for free.
IF NOT - AVOID THESE SITES, you are only paying for auditions and this is not a service, you should not pay for those solely.
4) Are they Australian based, if not- AVOID THEM!
5) Do they explain how the Australian Acting industry works, do they tell you who the main casting directors are, do they help you understand the process and the training required.
IF NOT, do not pay for audition information only!
6) So just say you join one of these sites, can you see the independent contact information for each particular job.
IT IS NOT ACCEPTABLE that you fill in a FORM to send your details off to the Site moderator.
How do you know that they are not making up the casting notices to look like they have extra work. And you are relying on them to put your forward. What time frame do they work in, how can you follow up.
IF YOU CAN'T CONTACT THE INDIVIDUALS FOR EACH JOB PERSONALLY, THERE IS A HIGH RISK THAT THESE CASTING NOTICES ARE JUST MADE UP TO MAKE THE SITE LOOK GOOD.
I mean maybe they are legitimate, maybe they are not, but the point is, you will never know. You submit your details and then have no point of contact for follow up.
NOT GOOD ENOUGH - DO NOT PAY FOR AUDITIONS THAT DON'T HAVE INDIVIDUAL CONTACT NUMBERS OR EMAIL ADDRESSES!
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At Quiet On Set
1) We list our auditions every week in our newsletter. What you see is what is there.
2) We don't list modeling jobs, we rarely do singers unless they are performing as well, like an "act", we don't list overseas jobs and we don't claim small town community theatre to be be the main stay of our listings.
We work very heavily in the area of student films and paid work as the film students are the directors of tomorrow.
(I did an audition with a young director called Elyssa Down once, didn't get the job, she called me a few months later for another role and now she is in the big time after just doing the Black Balloon with Toni Collette and Gemma Ward!
I am sure I have told you that story before, just repeating for the new readers :)
3) We personally answer over 700 enquiries a year as a free service. We have free tips and info in our newsletters, we have free info mailouts and work to provide as much info as we possibly can for as cheaply as we possibly can to get you started as an actor, without getting ripped off!
4) Yep we are not only Australian based but we are Aussie actors doing it just like you are, so we know what works and what doesn't from an actors perspective. I work with actors and industry professionals in all states.
5) We have heaps of info in our What's On Section in the members area that provides who is casting what at any time. Names and contacts. We also do live sessions with Australians leading casting directors and provide contacts for those people.
6) We always list the direct contacts for our castings. That way, you will be speaking with a real person if you have any questions.
We only act as a filter for a major paid role whereby we are working for the casting director or an agent and we handle all submissions, make sure the info is correct etc.
There is a reason for this and for those of you who regular submit, you know how exact your E-PITCH has to be.
LASTLY - THE TERM E-PITCH.
I started that phrase and it is a technique we started 6 years ago when freelancers were encouraged to submit themselves with the advent of online technology. There is an art to it and we have a TUTORIAL and sample in our members area.
Anyone who is using that on their site is copying my stuff!!!
Note: The majority of new "Actors Info Sites" are started by ex-Quiet On Set readers.
Good luck to them, it is a free world, copying is the greatest form or flatery and competition is great.
However, for you guys out there who are trying to source the right information, make sure the sites meet the criteria above before you hand over your cash.
I hope the tips above help.
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ONLINE CASTING SITES
There are a couple of online casting services that the casting agents and talent agents use to facilitate the talent submission process.
These are AT2, Showcast and E-Caster (in QLD).
Your agent will request you to be a member of one or a couple of these sites, you may be a freelance actor and you can register yourself.
These are Talent Submission sites, not so much actors info, get started type sites and it is valid for your agent to ask you to join.
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Lots of auditions on the board.
Also great courses.
Have a great week.
Cheers
Lee
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| | Lees Pick of Courses this Week
Sydney - You can't go past the range of courses and quality of teachers at SCREENWISE. They have a heap of courses listed this week and I have done many screenwise courses. They are fab and having industry professionals as teachers is a bonus.
Queensland - DO NOT MISS FAITH MARTINS COURSE - we spoke to Casting Director Faith Martin at our last Sydney event and she is amazing.
PRESENTERS - 2 Great courses for you guys, 1 in Syd, 1 in Gold Coast.
Do not miss the opportunity to work with Casting Director from Channel Nine, she is a facilitator at both. | | TOP |
| | Why I Fired My Secretary - Actors Required - 30 June 2008
Melbourne,VIC
Seeking Actors and Actresses
Dedicated and Reliable Crew Vancouver based Writer/Director Brianne Nord-Stewart's upcoming film, Why I Fired My Secretary, is being produced by Melbourne's Victoria College of the Arts Film and Television Program as part of the 2008 Undergraduate Exchange Program. Location Required - 30 June 2008
Melbourne,VIC
2min drama titled 'Leftovers' on the 19th of July and as such am currently on the hunt for a suitable location. Self contained studio apartment or 1 bedroom apartment urgently needed for short film PAID WORK -Actors/Dancers - 30 June 2008
Sydney,NSW
Actors/Dancers needed for paid TV commercial being shot in the next 2 - 3 weeks. We are after a range of funky and fresh faced people from a range of ages and ethnicities. We need some people who can dance, but most importantly we need people who can pull fantastic/interesting expressions. All participants must be 13 and over.
Participants will be needed for 2-3 hours and will be paid $100 for their time. The long Night - VCA Graduation Production - 30 June 2008
Melbourne,VIC
Genre: Dark Comedy Required :Talented people to act as featured extras in "The Long Night". The scenes will be shot in a restaurant, where we´ll need you for 3 nights. So if you are interested in discovering how special effects are made, want to have fun working with a passionate team, plus have a DVD copy of the film, please contact us. Details in members area. Casting for redheads for documentary - 29 June 2008
Sydney,NSW
A number of natural redheads are wanted for a no-budget documentary. Male and female redheads of all ages and all walks of life are needed to make this documentary come to life. The only criteria is that you must be a natural redhead and you must still be currently a redhead. You must feel comfortable being interviewed on camera and you must be available sometime during the daytime. DANCERS REQUIRED - Speak [Not] To Me of Love - 26 June 2008
Melbourne,VIC
AUDITION NOTICE - Dance & Drama SPEAK [NOT] TO ME OF LOVE. Candlelight Productions is a Victorian arts production company. We are currently holding AUDITIONS for our new dance theatre show, Speak [Not] To Me of Love. We seek dancers who can act and actors with strong movement ability. Lead roles include:
Mara - 30s, plain, nurse, works nights, Adam's wife.
Adam - 30s, handsome, works in an office, Mara's husband.
Celia - 20s, attractive, works in Adam's office, Adam's mistress.
Sam - Blind man, close friend of Mara. Shattered Reflection - 26 June 2008
Melbourne,VIC
2008 Melbourne Fringe Festival - Shattered Reflection. We are seeking actors who are able to portray the following characters: Amy - between 38 and 45 years of age
Oscar - between 22 to 26 years of age
Ben / Shane - between 20 and 25 years of age. PAID WORK - PRESENTERS - 26 June 2008
National,0
Hunt for New Presenters for New Web and Youth Travel Show PARANOIA - Children -1 Female, 1 Male -7-10yrs - 25 June 2008
Sydney,NSW
Both male and female actors should be the age of 10 and under. There is no specific look we are going for. It is a short non-dialogue scene. Short Film Delusion for Dinner - 23 June 2008
Sydney,NSW
We are looking for 4 Cast members, 3 of whom are aged between 20-30 and one female aged between 17-25. Two old friends meet for dinner. Their partners are more alike than either would care to admit It's easy to judge the actions and behavior of others but harder to see the same in yourself and your partner. The Joe Manifesto - 20 June 2008
Melbourne,VIC
Feature Film to shoot in Melb Charlotte - Female 20-25yrs - UTS Project - 16 June 2008
Sydney,0
Character requirements : Charlotte : Female. 20-25 years old. Asian Ethnicity. Attractive. We are scheduled for filming in Sydney around the month of August to September 2008. The filming will be done only in weekends. CYBORG STONE AGE WARRIOR - 12 June 2008
melboune,VIC
If you like to act on television, an opportunity exists for people to be cast for the 13 part Episode to air in september. As seen on TV A current affair aca.ninemsn.com clip mor vids - search backyard spielberg to watch previews. The green light has been given to produce 13 episodes and have it aired on channel 31 in september cast will range from all ages - log onto youtube.com search stoneagewarrior for clip idea coming soon - The Giant Berries - Voice Over - 9 June 2008
Melbourne,VIC
The project is similar to Disney's "Chip & Dale". A professional actor is required to voice the bird characters (as bird chirps or whistles, with a little bit of dialogue.) Your name will be credited in the final project. PAID WORK - Female Lead for Indie Feature - 21 May 2008
Wollongong,NSW
Female lead, 20s-30s needed for indie film to be shot in the Illawarra, NSW. Note: will have some essential nudity and sex scene for role. So only those comfortable and experienced in this style of work apply. The film is a supernatural drama called Full Circle. Casting 3rd yr Production - 21 March 2008
Sydney,NSW
Gretchen, 20.
Gorgeous, talented singer on the verge of stardom. A creative and determined person. Is very personable and is used to being the centre of attention without having to work for it. Has a daring streak and would believably be willing to risk everything. | | TOP |
| | Film Competitions | | TOP | | State By State | | New South Wales | Courses | What's On? | | Courses Playback Theatre Sydney
Playback Theatre Sydney is commencing a Sydney School of Playback.
We are starting off with 2 x 6 week blocks one night a week Wednesday 6-9pm at the Dixon Street Space in Newtown.
The 1st course commences 23rd July. It's a great opportunity for actors to bone up on their impro and stage performance skills and have fun.
our website is http://www.playbacktheatre.com.au
Presenters - Workshop with Henrie Stride and the Producers from Current TV Shows facilitating. Saturday 2nd - Sunday 3rd August 2008
TV Presenters' Workshop Short Course.
This 2 day intensive course is designed to allow participants to immerse themselves in the experience of TV presenting. This highly practical workshop will be facilitated by 9 industry professionals, currently working in network TV. Initially participants will be divided into four groups of six to work intimately
with each of the facilitators and later will work one on one in front of the camera with facilitators. The course is approximately 80% practical allowing participants to immediately apply the knowledge and advice they receive.
Almost all performances will be recorded on broadcast quality video with a full broadcast TV crew, allowing participants a REAL TV experience as it would happen in the industry. It also allows participants to review their own progress at the completion of each day and receive feedback on their work. At the
conclusion of the course this material will become the property of the participant for their personal use and could be used to create a show reel.
TV Presenters' Workshop Short Course.
Facilitators:
Julie Duff - Supervising Producer, Writer
Julie has been in the TV industry for 17 years and has been with the Nine Network for the last six years, currently producing special projects. Julie brings a broad knowledge covering both location and studio production and has also worked for Ten, Seven and several private production companies. Julie has trained in AMEB Speech and Drama and is currently involved in presenter coaching with the Nine News team. She is also the director of her
own production company and has just executively produced the company's first production.
Henrie Stride - Network Casting Director
Henrie is in her fourth year with the Nine Network after 15 years in the industry, including running her own casting business. After completing a Bachelor of Arts majoring in Media and Communication, Henrie began her
career in casting at Mullinar's in the early 1990s. Henrie has worked on a wide range of television drama series and reality programs as well as film and television commercials. In the past decade Henrie has also worked in a variety of production roles both in Australia and the UK, including production management and coordination on international films & documentaries. Henrie's prime objective at Nine is to cast presenters for all new shows and
source new talent for the Network. As the only network casting director in Australia, Henrie offers invaluable insight into presenter casting in TV.
Shelly Horton - TV Presenter/Supervising Producer/Journalist Shelly Horton has extensive experience on both sides of the camera. As an
entertainment producer and journalist she has interviewed some of the world's most famous people. In front of the camera Shelly has appeared on The Glass House, George Negus Tonight, Mornings with Kerri-Anne, Today
and most recently has become the dating guru for the Morning Show on Seven. Shelly is now best known as the leading social columnist for the Sun Herald's "S" Lift-out.
John Walsh - Executive Producer
John Walsh is arguably one of the country's most experienced lifestyle EPs. He has worked as Executive Producer on Getaway for 10 years, was also the EP of Our House and also developed Big Questions comedy/variety series in 2006. Prior to his time at Nine John produced various shows at SBS. John brings invaluable insight for participants interested in the decision making and casting process of a major network.
FACILITATORS:
TV Presenters' Workshop Short Course. 04
Jebby Phillips - Executive Producer
Jebby is a senior executive producer from the Nine Network. Specialising in live studio TV, Jebby has been the EP of Today Tonight, Today and is currently the long standing EP of Mornings with Kerri-Anne. Jebby will offer participants an insight into the world of talent driven programs and the unique challenges presenters face in studio and in live TV.
Tim Cobbin - Executive Producer
Tim is currently the executive producer of the highly successful Domestic Blitz for the Nine Network. Tim has worked on all the major home lifestyle programs at the network for the last decade including Home, DIY Rescue and Renovation Rescue. Tim has worked with some of Australia's biggest personalities including Jamie Durie, Scott Cam, Don Burke, Kerri-Anne Kennerly and Georgie Parker.
Mark Grieve - Freelance Network Executive
Mark Grieve has produced some of the most successful presenters in TV including Don Burke, Kerri-Anne Kennerly and AJ Rochester. Now freelancing between the major networks, Mark has been a senior producer and executive
producer for more than two decades and has extensive experience in live TV, studio production and location shooting. Mark brings diverse skills and incredible background to the course and is currently producing and directing
a new documentary series.
Karen Warner - Executive Producer Karen Warner is one the country's most experience and successful lifestyle producers. After 12 years with the Nine Network's Getaway, Karen has conceived and launched her own travel series with Nine's new program Things To Try Before You Die. Karen has recently executively produced the docu-drama series The Waiting Room and is now freelancing between networks and developing her own projects.
Boyd Duff - Television Presenter/Creator
Boyd started in TV as a cameraman before stepping in front of the camera as a reporter on Channel Ten's Totally Wild. During 10 years with the network Boyd presented Totally Wild, live weather reports and various TV specials and
documentaries. Boyd is now the director of his own production company and has recently created and hosted his own TV project.
Penelope McCauliffe - Stylist. Penelope has been a personal stylist and shopper in both Los Angeles and Sydney. She now works freelance with the Nine Network on Today and the
Logies. As the makeover specialist on Mornings with Kerri-Anne, Penelope has a brilliant eye for what works on TV.
Saturday 2nd - Sunday 3rd August 2008
North Sydney Community Centre
Miller Street North Sydney
$1,390.00
To secure your place a non-refundable deposit of $500 is required.
(Deposit will be refunded if the course is cancelled by Duff Productions)
Payments can be made by cash, cheque or credit card.
For more details please contact us:
Email jules.benson@bigpond.com or call 0403 327 756
SCREENWISE Australia's leading film and television school presents its upcoming courses... don't miss out!
ACTING FOR BEGINNERS
Commences: Thurs June 26 2008 | Concludes: July 31 2008
Schedule: One night per week - for six weeks from 6:30pm to 9:30pm
Tutor: Actor Philip Holder
Cost: $605* *(Screenwise Members $495)
Location: Screenwise 84 - 86 Mary Street Surry HIlls
One of our most popular courses.* *An Audition does not apply*
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STAGE I - INTERMEDIATE
Commences: Mon June 23 2008 | Concludes: Mon July 28th 2008
Schedule: One night per week for 6 weeks - 6.30pm to Mon 9.30pm
Tutor: MALCOLM FRAWLEY (Actor/Director & General Manager of the Newtown Theatre)
Cost: $605 (Screenwise Members $505)
Location: Screenwise 84 - 86 Mary Street Surry Hills
An audition will apply.
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STAGE I - ADVANCED
Commences: Thurs June 26 2008 | Concludes: Thurs July 31st 2008
Schedule: One night per week for 6 weeks - Wed 6.30pm to 9.30pm
Cost: $605 Screenwise Members $505 iif paid in full in advance)
Location: Screenwise 84 - 86 Mary Street Surry Hills
An audition will apply
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SCREENWISE SHOWREEL COURSE -- Auditions close 27th June 2008
Auditions for The Screenwise SHOWREEL COURSE are held each year in ctober/November for the January intake and May/June for the July
intake. The course consists of two classes per week, 3 to 4 hours each in duration over four 10 week terms. Entry is by audition only.
Audition Requirements are:-
Prepared Film/TV monologue 1-2 minutes in length (Applicants choice).
Prepared Film/TV scene (Screenwise choice).
All Screenwise tutors contracted for this course are prominent industry working professional Actors, Directors and Casting Consultants and it is due to these tutor's, their industry expertise, authority, and the fact that Screenwise Students are exposed to them on an intimately regular
basis providing rare networking opportunities, is why Screenwise has become Australia's leading film and television school for actors.
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AMERICAN ACCENT COURSE
Tom Hanks and Steven Spielberg's 'The Pacific', Hugh Jackman's 'Wolverine', Gina Davis' 'Accidents Happen' numerous American Pilots and TVC's are just a few amongst a vast array of American productions that are presently underway right here in Australia. Thanks to the upturn in our Industry these auditions look set to continue throughout the year. An authentic standard American accent is a must. *Screenwise offers the best American Accent course in the country.** * So get in quick and give yourself that edge!
Uniquely designed to give the actor that edge when auditioning for American Film and TV Productions, SCREENWISE has designed an
extraordinary workshop incorporating phonetics and camera.
Tutor: KATHERINE HOPWOOD POULSEN
Cost: $455
Commences Mon 16th June 2008 Concludes Mon 21st July2008
2 hours per class, one class per week for 6 weeks 6.30pm -- 8.30pm.
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SCREENTEENS INTRODUCTORY PRESENTERS PROGRAM for 12yrs -- 16yr olds!
This fun filled program gives students an introduction into presenting for Children, Lifestyle, Infotainment, Travel, Vox Pops and Interview.Learn to use the Presenter's NECESSARY SKILLS and explore:-
Short term memory, Acting as reacting, Circle of concentration, One to one communication, Doing it for the cameraman, Walking and talking, Hitting the mark, Finding the light, Finding the camera, Being prepared, Being spontaneous, Being spontaneous twelve times in a row, Stamina, Presenting YOU, Voice and body, Relaxation, Energy, Discipline, Writing
your own copy, Improvising, Taking direction, Working as a team.
Commences: Tues July 22nd 2008 | Concludes: Tues September 23 2008
Schedule: One class per week 4.00pm -- 6.00pm
Cost: $500
Location: Screenwise 84 - 86 Mary Street Surry Hills
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SCREENTEENS Acting for 12 -- 16 year olds!
If you're not having fun...you're not doing it right!
SCREENWISE SCREENTEENS is the hip happening Film & TV training school
for young adult actors between 12yrs and 16yrs who want to make a serious move in to the Film & TV industry.
For two hours on a Saturday or a Monday, come work with the professionals that can make your training mean something. SCREENTEENS
TUTORS are all professional actors with vast Industry experience such as Actor/Director Denise Roberts (Razzle Dazzle, Headland, Always Greener), Sam Atwell, (Director of Home & Away), Victoria Longley (Wild Side, STC), Dave Newman (Casting Consultant), Malcolm Frawley (writer/actor), Terry Serio (Actor/Director) and actor Malcolm Kennard.
Cost: $440.00 Classes are boutique style and places are strictly limited.
Commences: Sat July 26 2008 | Concludes: Sat September 20 2008
Schedule: Sat. 9.30am - 11.30am
Tutors: Malcolm Frawley (Actor/Director & General Manager of the Newtown Theatre) and Actor Malcolm Kennard
Location: Screenwise 84 - 86 Mary Street Surry Hills
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THANKS TO A MASSIVE DEMAND IN SYDNEY.....THE BLOCKBUSTER IS COMING TO MELBOURNE!
ACTORS, HERE'S YOUR CHANCE...DON'T MISS OUT!
And now the Writers strike is over, American Films are again underway here in Oz with 'The Pacific', 'Wolverine' and 'Justice League of America' back in production. American and Canadian pilots and TVC's are being cast here all the time. Auditions are being relayed directly to America and Canada now by digital computer immediately after the auditions are complete. Thanks to the upturn in our Industry these auditions look set to continue throughout the year and word on the street is, there's another big blockbuster on it's way.
WOLVERINE CASTING DIRECTOR IN A 2 DAY ACTORS BLOCKBUSTER AUDITION INTENSIVE
Get to work intimately with Australia's Blockbuster Casting Director, Dave Newman (Christine King Casting).
Starting out as a trained actor, Dave has worked closely with some of Australia's most prestigious casting consultancies all over the country, including Melbourne.
Dave is the senior casting director to Steven Spielberg's 'The Pacific' and Hugh Jackman's 'Wolverine' and will be coming to Melbourne on the 21st & 22nd of June. This is not a 'seminar' type intensive with a talking head...this is a real workshop intensive...hands on performance pieces performed on camera.
Commences: June 21 2008 | Concludes: June 22 2008
Schedule: 9.00am - 6.00pm
Tutor: Dave Newman - Christine King Casting
Where: Catherine Poulton Management Studios, Rear 192 St Kilda Rd, St Kilda
Price: $770 (Screenwise Members $670 - go to our website for free membership)
Contact: Reka on (02) 9281 4484 or email info@screenwise.com.au
Work intimately with one of Australia's top Casting Directors (Christine King Casting). Hugh Jackman's 'Wolverine', Steven Spielberg's 'The Pacific', Sue Brooks' 'Subdivision', Steve Knapman's 'East West 101', Bharat Nalluri's 'Tsunami The Aftermath'.
Do you know what 'popping' means? Learn from the Australian casting director, at the forefront of the Blockbusters. Dave Newman will take you through the audition techniques, the do's and don'ts, and give you a rare insight into the blockbuster casting process - what's expected, what they're looking for and how to stand out from the crowd. Applicants must forward their photo & resume to our office and please put 'Blockbuster Melbourne' in the subject heading.
Fees must be paid in full on acceptance into the course before places can be confirmed.
What's On NAFA relocating Choc Tops to The Entertainment Quarter
NEW for Choc Tops in the Attic meetings (from Mon 21 July 2008):
(1) NEW VENUE:
Fox and Lion Hotel, 1 Bent Street, The Entertainment Quarter, Moore Park
[www.foxandlion.com.au]
(2) NEW MEAL DEAL:
15% discount off food on Choc Tops nights [Must show NAFA Members card]
(3) NEW APPROACH:
Include a Short Film screening with Q & A
About Choc Tops:
Since 2002, NAFA [www.nafa.net.au] has been organising these huge monthly group meetings for networking & educational purposes.
Industry guests speakers are invited to share their insights to an audience comprised of pro-active actors, writers & filmmakers.
The NEW venue is classy upstairs bar in the midst of Sydney's movie-making territory at The Entertainment Quarter [next to Fox Studios].
Of interest are the industry announcements of upcoming events and calls for actors & film crew.
In addition, there will be a short film screening with Q & A - so be entertained & inspired!
You can also win theatre tickets to Darlinghurst Theatre [www.darlinghursttheatre.com]
ALL WELCOME. Admission: $5.
PopcornTaxi - THE OASIS
Popcorn Taxi invites you to meet the people behind this extraordinary documentary from both sides of the camera for a live audience Q&A immediately following the screening hosted by the one and only Jaimie Leonarder (Mu-Meson Archives)
Rated: M
Time: 7.00pm sharp!
Date: Monday, July 7th, 2008
Where: Greater Union, Bondi Junction
Address: Level 6, 500 Oxford Street, Westfield Bondi Junction
Entry: $15 / $12 Conc.
BUY TICKETS NOW
www.popcorntaxi.com.au
Darren is the kind of kid the world has written off. Abandoned by his mother at 8, bashed into intensive care by his foster carers at 10,
he spiralled into drug addiction and has lived hard on the street for over a decade. But since he turned up on the doorstep of OASIS,
a grimy red-brick youth refuge in inner-city Sydney, with nowhere else to go, one person has been there for him around the clock: Captain Paul Moulds.
Father figure, counsellor, saviour, and an orphan himself, Paul is nothing short of a legend amongst kids like Darren, who stumble into OASIS at breaking point.
No story is too horrific, no circumstance too dire, no kid too damaged. During his chaotic 25 years of service he has helped hundreds of
young people deal with unspeakable childhood traumas, chronic drug addictions, mental illnesses, and all of street-life's other dramas.
Paul is present at the birth of new babies and there to conduct the funerals of those who self-destruct prematurely.
On the wall of his cluttered office in which many kids have found temporary salvation hangs his life's mission statement:
"I want to run a rescue shop within a yard of hell".
Today he stops a kid from burning OASIS down; visits a kid in a maximum security gaol;
deals with Darren having a psychotic episode; and picks up young mum, Emma, and her new baby from hospital, and moves them into his family home until he can secure suitable accommodation. Tonight he is forced to kick a group of boys off the property, sets up Owen in his first ever independent apartment, and walks the streets with the Salvos outreach van
intercepting a 15 year old girl who has naively arrived in Sydney's notorious red-light district, Kings Cross, in midwinter with nowhere to stay.
Tireless and non judgmental, his life's passion is to salvage this wasted generation from the wreckage of their lives.
Often it is hard to comprehend what keeps Paul buoyant when positive change is so painstakingly incremental amongst his extended family. But he's prepared to stick with Haley for the long haul, even if she has failed to show up for five appointments to book into detox.
"Every kid deserves a 13th chance," he shrugs with a smile.
Charting Paul's struggle to improve the fraught lives of the Oasis kids, this raw observational documentary filmed over two years, is a tribute to the power of one man's persistence in the face of seemingly unrelenting darkness.
As time unfolds, some kids pull themselves out of misfortune and aspire to greater things, while others sink deeper into addiction and
desperation. In the midst of all the chaos Paul battles unflinchingly on to save these lost children, and reflects on his own past along the way.
PopcornTaxi - THE SQUARE + LIVE Q&A! ONE SYDNEY SCREENING ONLY! MONDAY JULY 14, 2008 - 7pm SHARP
Stuck in a loveless marriage, Raymond Yale (David Roberts) is re-invigorated by a chance meeting with the troubled and
beautiful, Carla Smith (Claire Van Der Boom). She instantly sees in him an escape from her controlling, criminal husband (Anthony Hayes),
and a dangerous affair begins. Discovering a bag of cash hidden in the rafters of her house presents a risky (but real) opportunity: a chance to run away.
For fear of losing his love, Ray engineers a plan involving a petty criminal (Joel Edgerton). But things go horribly wrong.
Alarm bells sound and suspicions are raised but miraculously, the dust looks to settle. after all. nobody knows.
Until the first blackmail note arrives.
Now, just how far into the abyss is a man willing to go for love?
Popcorn Taxi proudly presents this exclusive screening of the film everyone is
talking about marking the feature debut for veteran stuntman and filmmaker Nash Edgerton.
Rated: MA 15+
Time: 7.00pm sharp!
Date: Monday, July 14th, 2008
Where: Greater Union, Bondi Junction
Address: Level 6, 500 Oxford Street, Westfield Bondi Junction
Entry: $15 / $12 Conc.
BUY TICKETS NOW
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Romantic Comedy at Newtown - Special Offer!
"Well crafted, stirling performances by all.... very funny. " - Arts Hub
"A damn good play." - Australian Stage
"Had the audience really laughing out loud." - AussieTheatre.com "A lovely, light-hearted evening at the theatre" - Citysearch
"Pleasant family drama... very good indeed." - SMH
Just some of the early reviews for Wayne Tunks' new romantic comedy "The Rules of April", currently playing at Newtown Theatre.
We have a special offer of 2 tickets for the price of 1 for this coming Thurs 26 and Fri 27 June performances.
These must be pre-booked through MCA on 1300 306 776 to get the deal.
Simply ring and say "Watchdog Special" when you book.
And remember, all Wednesday performances are student nights, with tickets
just $10 tickets for students!
For more, visit http://www.mca-tix.com/event.asp?pID=2054
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| | Queensland | Courses | | Courses THE HEART OF DRAMA with reknowned casting director FAITH MARTIN (The Strip, Sea Patrol...)
The Heart of Drama is a unique and self empowering seminar for those working in the performing arts. Faith has been holding these exclusively in the background for the past few years, where usually invitation is by word of mouth or with actors who Faith meets and feels would benefit from the seminar.
Depending on a client's point in their career, it is a phenomenal seminar to consider. The knowledge, inspiration and tools gained from the seminar assist immensely with career development and other aspects of life. We have continually receive phenomenal responses from actors/participants as well directors who attend, saying they have gotten so much out of it for their career and life.
The Heart of Drama will make a difference to a client's work, motivation, commitment and spirits working as professional artists in this industry, and thus attendance is worthwhile looking into.
What to expect from The Heart of Drama:
* A certainty to create and build on a vision for your career
* A deeper knowledge and relationship with yourself and an understanding of others, including the characters you play
* An expanded clarity of how to empower yourself through your life and your work
* An appreciation that we get the script we need, not the one we want
* Manage the acceptance / rejection cycle
* Greater presence and certainty in auditions
For bookings and enquiries call 9383 4374
Email: universal_laws@hotmail.com
Date: 13th July, 9.00- 5.00pm
Location: Vibe Hotel Gold Coast, 42 Ferney Ave, Surfers Paradise
Cost: $185
Faith Martin
Casting Director
Faith Martin Casting
Postal Address: PO Box 460, North Sydney NSW 2059
Studio Address: Elsa Chauvel House, Bldg #11, Driver Avenue Fox Studios
t: (612) 9383 4374
TV Pilots - First episodes and how to make them - AFTRS -14 Jul - 18 Jul
Acquire the skills to write, develop, design and produce the all-important first episode.
Industry experts will unpack TV successes and failures with particular emphasis on Australian drama series' to provide insight into what works.
An invaluable course for all committed drama professionals.
By the end of this course participants will have had the opportunity to:
- Learn about the ground rules for developing concepts and series bibles
- Investigate historic and current trends in Australian television
- Research ideas and their markets
- Develop a proposal with dramatic and long-term legs
- Find out how to create nurturing relationships with producers, broadcasters and funding bodies
- Collaborate on concepts, stories and pitches
- Write and pitch a series proposal
Venue:
AFTRS Brisbane
Level 2, Judith Wright Centre of Contemporary Arts
420 Brunswick St
Fortitude Valley Qld 4006
P: 1300 13 14 61 or +61 7 3257 7646
Email:hello@aftrs.edu.au
www.aftrs.edu.au/shortcourses Want to Crack into TV Presenting? Want to be Seen by a Casting Director??
1 Evening + 2Days of TV Presenting Intensive Workshop with Feedback ...
Your own Show reel made & it will be broadcast direct to the Channel Nine Casting Director for "Get Away"!
Screen Academy is Hosting a special once-only Presenters WORKSHOP series on the GOLD COAST & BRISBANE designed to arm participants with the know-how they'll need to crack the highly competitive TV Presenting market.
The seminar is taking place on following dates on a Friday Evening, All day Saturday and All day Sunday;
Gold Coast 4th, 5th & 6th July
Brisbane 11th 12th & 13th July
Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide dates to be confirmed.
(please register interest in your area)
Be quick to register your interest ONLY 10 PLACES per workshop available!
The seminar will be conducted by the Founder and Head of the Screen Academy, Jane Rowland, who is currently one of Australia's Leading Teachers of TV Presenting and Acting and is conducting this series of intensive workshops exclusively.
With past students Presenting all over Australia & Internationally (including in China!)
"Jane tutors from her heart!! With Jane's industry knowledge & ultra effective ability to communicate, she teaches and develops each student personally. Thanks a billion" Vanessa I
" Very rewarding. Jane has fantastic enthusiasm and is full of information. The workshop is a must for anyone wanting to learn about TV Presenting. A+" Carlie R
Jane specialises in the Polishing of your Presenting & inside info Training with the Realities of the Business.
Screen Academy will present the TV Presenters DVD from the Workshop to Henrie Stride - Casting Director of Channel 9 "Get Away"& "Wheel of Fortune"
Whether it's Pay TV, Free TV, Sports, Kids, Renovation, Cooking or any of the many other Shows or even Commercials that is your goal, this in-depth Workshop that will give you the knowledge, skills and confidence to become a working Presenter
The seminar covers:
Business Related VALUED AT:
● Your Personal Prefered Subjects in a Marketable Format
$350
● Marketing, Promotion, Packaging: Your Type and Your Strengths $250
● Casting Directors: An Inside View $250
● Auditions, Callbacks and Your Booking Potential $350
● Communicating Your Assets and Gaining the Competitive Edge $350
VALUED AT: $1550
Skills Related VALUED AT:
Skills on Screen, Feed back as you go to Improve Dramatically $350
Scripts, Getting a Natural feel from the written word $350
Voice Confidence, Body Presence and Connecting to Camera $250
Presentation and Personal Appearance being Camera Ready $250
DVD of your 3 Best Presentations $500
VALUED AT: $1700
Total Value of $3250 per course
NOW ONLY 2 payments of $440
1 payment on Booking to secure place - 1 payment on the 1st day of Course
Book Now Only 10 Places Available in Workshop
Registrations are essential by Friday to Jane Rowland on 0414 619 783
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| | Western Australia | What's On? | | What's On MOTORTOWN by Simon Stephens
@ The BLUE ROOM - 8pm
53 James St, Northbridge, Perth WA
www.pacs.org.au - (08) 9227 7005
17th June - 5th July 2008
Directed by: Marisa Garreffa
Produced by: Renato Fabretti
Starring:
Richie Flanagan, Glenn Hall, Melanie Munt, Ben Russell, Amanda Woodhams, Anita Erceg and James Helm
www.jameshelm.com
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| | Victoria | Courses | | Courses Details for Screentest 5
Display your talent and learn from these prominent Casting Directors. Market yourself, increase your chances of getting the job and find out what you should and shouldn't do in an audition.
The day will also begin and end with a Q&A. During the workshop you'll be able to audition one on one with Wizzy and Marieanne and gain personal feedback. You'll also get a chance to view other peoples auditions via a monitor in another room.
(Food and drinks provided on the day)
Wizzy Evans (Currently casting for the new Scott Hicks movie) extensive credits include numerous television commercials, feature films and series, including:
Award winning 4-year series "The Secret Life Of Us"
BAFTA Award Winning children's series, "Bootleg"
Independent feature film "Josh Jarman"
Australian box office hit "The Wannabes"
Critically acclaimed series,"Last Man Standing"
Australian Casting of: King Kong, Lord of the Rings & Charlotte's Web
Marianne Jane (currentyly working on Snake Tales ( series), Feature film called Vanished, Feature film called Elevator Down, Cedar Boys, Packed To The Rafters (7 series))from Maura fay (Sydney) credits include
* Cedar Boys (2009) (pre-production)
* Valentines Day (2008) (TV)
* BoyTown (2006)
* Macbeth (2006)
* Little Oberon (2005) (TV)
* Ra Choi (2005)
.. aka Coming Out to Play (International: English title: informal title)
* Farscape (2004) (TV)
* The Crop (2004)
Because of extra cost involved in flying these amazing casting directors from Sydney and Adelaide cost of the workshop will be $180. Still the best value in town.
Screentest workshop 5 (running back to back)
Choose your dates
Saturday July 19th and 26th or Sunday July 20th and 27th
The Hub Dockland
17 Waterview Walk
To secure your place please reply to
patrick.constantinou@yahoo.com.au
with "confirm 5" in the subject line and mobile number in the body of the message.
Also call 0424 783 813
Television Production - Open Channel - VIC 11 Aug - 13 Nov
This course is nationally accredited training issued under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF). Youth Allowance/Austudy/ABSTUDY approved.
Certificate III in Screen - Television Production is an intensive practical course, delivered in conjunction with community broadcaster C31, focusing on skill development across a broad scope of broadcast television production positions, based on professional industry models.
The course will:
* provide accredited training for people pursuing a career in film and television;
* provide skills and knowledge to independently undertake all aspects of single camera documentary projects across a broad scope of skills in the stages of development, production and post production;
* promote professional work practices through project-based learning and networking opportunities.
Commencement Dates 2008
Certificate III in Screen - Television Production
Time: Mondays to Thursdays - 9.30am to 4.30pm
Course Code: CSTV108
Enrolment Deadline: 28 July 2008
Interviews: 30 & 31 July 2008
Course Structure
The Certificate III in Screen - Television Production is full-time (Monday to Thursday) taught over 14 weeks with a total of 336 contact hours.
Contact Email:
info@openchannel.org.au
Web Address:
www.openchannel.org.au |
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