VO Workshop

Mike Ray Studios will help bring out the best in you! Mike Ray is a working actor and voice-over artist who voices commercials nationally and internationally, for such companies as IBM, BMW, Victory Motorcycles, Nationwide Insurance, Publix Grocery Store, Infinity Insurance, The State of Maryland, Glory foods and many more. Mikes on screen credits span more than 20 years and include a 5 year stint in comedy clubs across the country. Learn what it takes to be successful in the voice-over industry at a reasonable price. Join Mike on Saturday, March 19th from 11:30-4pm, at his studio in Stone Mountain, GA. This fun, informative, and empowering workshop will teach you what you need to know about the voice-over industry.
If you think you have a great voice, if you’ve ever wanted to be the voice everyone hears on TV and radio commercials, or documentary and audio book narrations, this is your chance to move toward an exciting new adventure called voice-over. Don’t let anyone keep you away from obtaining your goals. Let Mike Ray give you the experience of a life time as he guides you through what it takes to make your dream a reality.
The workshop will cover many different types of voice-overs and what it takes to get started as a voice actor. You will be coached, evaluated, and have an opportunity to step inside the recording booth and record. Be ready to laugh, learn, and be inspired by comedian turned Actor and Voice Artist, Mike Ray.

We will explore the following:
-Voice-Over Techniques
-The All Important Demo
-Should You Join the Union?
-Home Recording Studios
-Different Types of Voice-Over Work
-Marketing
-Capturing Your Audience
-Analyzing a Script
-Methods for Effective Delivery
-Audition Etiquette
-Accents In Voice-Over
-Microphone Techniques
-Getting Ready For The Gig
And Much More...
Click this link to register, we will also except cash on the day of the workshop http://fs20.formsite.com/powertalk/form819448690/index.html
Visit our website http://www.mikeraystudios.com/html/actors-corner.html

When...March 19th 11:30am - 4pm
Where...Mike Ray Studios in Stone Mountain
Cost..... $75 payment options: VISA, AMEX, MC, Check,
Mike Ray Studios LLC
Email us at: theactorscorner@mikeraystudios.com for directions and more info.
Atlanta (678) 360-8845
Mike Ray Studio LLC
P.O. Box 871328 • Stone Mountain, GA 30087

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Margie Haber is BACK!!!!

Learn from one of the TOP LA Coaches, she is coming to Atlanta!!!

Margie Haber, Hollywood's top acting & audition technique coach, is coming back to the Margie Haber Studio affiliate, YourAct, to share her knowledge!

Margie has coached A-list talent including: Brad Pitt, Halle Berry, Vince Vaughan, Mariska Hargitay, Lisa Rinna, Harry Hamlin, Rick Springfield, Kelly Preston, Heather Locklear, Micah Sloat (Paranormal Activity), Haaz Sleiman, (2008 Spirit Award Nominee for The Visitor), Colin Egglesfield (of the upcoming Kate Hudson film, Something Borrowed) and the list goes on and on...

Author of How To Get the Part Without Falling Apart, Margie Haber teaches actors to "Stop Acting and Start Living the Life of the Person!"

Margie will be giving her Audition Technique & Cold Reading Seminar for Teens in Atlanta on Wednesday, April 27th, and she will be teaching her 3-day Master Intensive for adults on April 29th - May 1st. All classes will be held at the YourAct studio.

For more information on Margie's upcoming workshops & seminars in Atlanta, and for instructions on how to enroll, please visit: http://www.margiehaber.com/home/classes/haber-in-atlanta

Best regards,

Margie Haber Studio
Winner 2009 & 2010 Backstage Readers' Choice Award
(310) 854-0870 phone
(310) 854-0462 fax
www.margiehaber.com

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Chez Group Workshop

Back by Popular Demand...
(for more information go to www.chezgroup.com)
Shannon Eubanks!

Chez Studios is excited to announce that Shannon Eubanks will
be teaching her one-day Camera Techniques acting workshop for
adults (ages 16 and older) on Saturday, March 5th (SOLD OUT).
Due to an overwhelming response, a second date has just been added for
Shannon Eubanks' SOLD OUT on-camera workshop. The new date is Saturday, March 19th
from 9 AM to 6 PM. Please take the time to register now, as space is limited and
will again be filled on a first come, first served basis...!

Shannon's process has been developed through over thirty years of teaching in Los Angeles and in M.F.A. programs across the country, As explained by Shannon, her on-camera workshop agenda differs from others in that, rather than giving you a script, asking you to step out into the hallway to work up the scene, and then putting you on camera to be critiqued, Shannon's focus is on giving you the tools to actually work up the scene while you are out in the hallway.

In her own words, Shannon describes her workshop agenda as follows: I teach a proprietary process that is suitable for all levels from beginner to professional: a practical, step-by-step approach that carries the actor from first reading and analysis of the sides, through a unique prep process that allows the performer to merge with the material and have it manifest correctly for camera, the end point having the performer comfortable and ready for an audition. A) ECU - extreme close-up work. Prepping for shots that drastically limit physical movement, but demand complete emotional fluidity. B) Physical characterizations under audition limitations. How to immediately - as in before you even SPEAK - demonstrate a specific persona (arrogant jock, insecure businessman, feather-brained salesgirl, etc,) in a fine-tuned emotional state, when your agent's sending in the mandatory "head and shoulders" shot. The morning session will involve teaching my techniques.

The afternoon session will consist of taping and playback. A note: my "intro" class is challenging and effective even for actors with long-term experience, as it is unlike anything they've had before. It is NEW TOOLS. The morning session is scheduled from 9 AM until 1 PM, then a one-hour lunch break, followed by the afternoon session scheduled from 2 PM until 6 PM.

Please remember this workshop will be filled on a first come, first served basis. Shannon keeps class size small in order to focus closely on each individual actor.



REGISTER NOW FOR THE SECOND CLASS: MARCH 19


The cost of the one-day workshop is $145. We offer PayPal for your convenience. If you choose to register through PayPal, please contact Mary Ann at chezmaryann@aol.com to give her the name and age of the person you are registering. You will receive a confirmation email in return.

The workshop location is the Residence Inn by Marriott Buckhead/Lenox Park at 2220 Lake Blvd, NE, Atlanta, GA 30319. The phone number for reservations is 404-467-1660. For any questions or for additional information, please feel free to contact Mary Ann at chezmaryann@aol.com.






For any questions or for additional information, please feel free to contact Mary Ann at chezmaryann@aol.com.

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Master Weekend Workshop

Our Master Weekends with Lisina are a spin-off of our already intensive programming for Kids, Teens and Adults. The Master Weekends with Lisina are designed to impact the actor with a level of physical, emotional, and intellectual challenge the way our current programs do - only compacted into a two-day, 10-hour marathon workout.
Designed and taught by Lisina Stoneburner~ the Southeast's Most Sought After Acting Coach.


Our Philosophy
We are firm believers in on-going training for the actor. The same way athletes who compete or strive to compete on the professional level do; actors who want to compete need to keep their senses sharp, their imaginations working and their skills crisp by participating in on-going long-term training regiments. Every now and then a Master Weekend that can jolt the mind, heart and body is beneficial to shock the system, challenge the skill set and re-set the goals.

Who is Eligible?
· Adult Master Weekends are for ages 18 and up
· Kids and Teens Master Weekends are for ages 7 and up. (All children must be able to read.)
IMPORTANT!! We do recommend some previous training or experience before registering. We do not make this mandatory as sometimes natural talent and extreme effort is enough - however it is strongly advised.
Everyone in the Master Weekend will be pushed extremely hard and allowances will not be made for those who feel too pressured or exhausted mentally or emotionally by the work. Parents.... We strongly advise you to be realistic about your child's work ethic, their endurance and their desire to participate fully before registering them.
(In the first hour of the Master Weekend an assesment is made of all the participants to see if we need to divide the group by ability. We will if necessary.)

Who Teaches It?
Co-Executive Director Lisina Stoneburner along with two other acting instructors. Lisina Stoneburner is the Southeast's most sought after acting coach. In addition to being credited with coaching some of the top booking actors in the area and Los Angeles, she also consistently coaches on film and television shows. She is currently the on-set coach for the CW hit "The Vampire Diaries".

What is Taught?
· Vocal and Physical Preparation
· Script Comprehension
· Improvisation
· Fearless Auditioning
· Emotional Availability
· Sense Memory
· Basic Dance Class (dance for the actor....this will work for all ages and body types)
· Industry Q & A
· Parents Q & A

When:
Master Weekends with Lisina are two days, 5 hours each day.
Saturday 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Sunday 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM

We don't recommend registering if you have to leave early, come late or miss any of it.

2011 Available Master Weekends with Lisina Are:

ADULTS:
March 19 & 20, 2011
September 24 & 25, 2011

KIDS AND TEENS:
March 5 & 6, 2011
September 10 & 11, 2011





Cost:
$225.00

How To Enroll:

Click HERE to go to the Master Weekends page on the website. Check out Video from past students.
Download the Registration Form (on site) and book your space before they’re all gone!!



Creating Successful Actors Since 1996!
www.thecompanyactingstudio.com
thecompany@mindspring.com

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Commercial Casting Director Workshop!

PARENTS:
So your child wants to be in commercials? Give them the opportunity to learn first-hand from one of the top commercial casting directors in the Southeast. SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 12TH, 1-4PM at yourACT.

Kris Redding will share the do’s and don’ts of commercial auditioning in this “seriously fun” on-camera workshop designed to guide young actors through the audition process, including one-on-one coaching and tips on how they can make their commercial auditions better. Come join her for this chance to get on the inside track and get her expert advice in this workshop designed especially for kids their age:

* How to audition step by step
* Audition and callback etiquette
* Taped auditions with review & feedback from Kris
* Instruction on improv and scripted scenes
* Q&A with actors and parents

Kris will also be accepting headshots & resume′s at the workshop.

D E T A I L S
Kids Commercial Auditions with Kris Redding
Where: yourACT Acting Studios http://www.youract.tv
6th – 8th graders, ONE DAY ONLY! SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 12TH, 1-4PM
$150
Limited to 15
Call 404-499-9996 to register.

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Independent Film Opportunity

Shoot Dates: March 11th, 12th & 13th (actors will be needed 2 out of the 3 days)

Daily Rate: $100/day

Audition Dates: btw Feb.18th-20th (official date not set; but will fall in this time)

Interested Actors should submit to: Juneslastwish@gmail.com

Background on the Writer/Director, Jonas Elrod:

His Website:
http://www.jonaselrod.com/Jonas_Elrod_Web/Bio_+_Contact.html

Jonas Elrod has been in the film industry for the last 10 years working as Producer/Director on various projects including documentaries, music videos, commercials and short films.

Based in New York , Jonas co-ran the award winning production company Rockhard Films. During his time there, Jonas worked on all aspects of production ranging from Director/Producer and Editor. Focusing primarily on music videos and commercials, he worked with top artist/clients such as Jay-Z, Justin Timberlake, Nike, ESPN and Spike Lee. In the winter of 2003, Jonas began producing his first feature documentary BEARS. He traveled across the country for two years working on this film shooting over 200 hours of footage. The film played the festival circuit and is gearing up for release.

His second documentary, WAKE UP, follows his own personal journey looking for spiritual truth and meaning after going through a very radical spiritual awakening.

Thank you for your time.

All the best,

Tyler Smith

JUNE’S LAST WISH

A 21st Century Southern Gothic Spiritual Thriller. Set in the early 1990's durning a heat wave in a small southern town- June's Last Wish tells the story on several characters brought together to solve a 22 year old mystery. New in town, Edward, who was brought there following a series a "waking" dreams, begins to understand what is happening, realizing what is truly at stake, and must make amends for his past. June's Last Wish is a love story of Edward and June on a metaphysical rollercoaster ride, switching from past, present, and future lives, as well into spiritual realms such as Heaven, Hell and Purgatory in attempts to bring balance to the town and to defeat the Shadow.


Junes Last Wish Productions, is currently excepting submissions for the SAG short film June's Last Wish. Email current a headshot/photo and resume tojuneslastwish@gmail.com (Email Submissions Only)
Submissions must be submitted no later than Sunday January 23rd.

Directed by Jonas Elrod

Produced by June's Last Wish Productions

CAST BREAKDOWN:

Lash Lenoy, Male 27 to 40, Caucasian

Athletic build

Intense Smart Ass

Handsome (but looks are faded due to heavy drinking)

Man's man

Scrapper


June Cosgrove, Female 25-35, Caucasian

Tall/Slender

Dark hair/light complexion

Pretty but can play looks down

Emotes sadness

Must be very expressive with face/eyes


Sherif Forester, Male 45-55, Caucasian

Tough man's man

Rugged

In shape

Large build

Menacing

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Actor's Slate

Hello fellow actors. Actor Slate is shooting in Atlanta on February 4 and 5. There are still a handful of shoot times available.

Pretty much everything you need to know is on the Actor Slate website, where you can also schedule and book an Actor Slate shoot session.

Click here: http://actorslate.chelseastudios.com

Some important things to know.

- The cost is $175.00. To shoot, edit and host on the Breakdown Services and Actors Access networks. Personal copies of both the 60 second Actor Slate that appears on Breakdown Services and Actors Access, and the Actor Slate Deluxe, a longer version of between 2 - 4 minutes are available for additional cost. Most actors are purchasing one or both of these for use on their own websites, for direct submission purposes and for uploading to popular video sites like Youtube and Facebook and lots of others.

- Chelsea Studios is the exclusive producers of Actor Slate for Breakdown Services. Only those produced by Chelsea will appear on the Breakdown Services and Actors Access networks.

Thanks.
Stanley Zucker
The Actor Slate Team at Chelsea Studios
http://actorslate.chelseastudios.com

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