09.30.07
Posted in Classes/Books, Film Production, I-Man Cast Film Update, Scripts/Screenwriting at 2:49 pm by Amanda Rogers
That rather long title is the name of a course that I just started taking. The class started Friday and for the next twelve weeks I’m going to be immersed in watching films; reading scripts, books, and articles; and writing coverage and development notes for the assigned reading material. Fun!
Coverage, for those of you not familiar with the term, is the process of reading and analyzing a story and then writing a summary and critique of it. Story analysts or “readers” are employed by production companies to do this job, and some independent producers also hire readers. They are usually the first person to read the scripts sent to production companies and their opinion counts. If they don’t think a script is any good, it usually doesn’t get passed on to the producer for consideration.
But for independent producers who don’t have the luxury of having a reader, having the ability to analyze a story and assess its potential both artistically and financially is an extremely important skill (and, really, all producers need this skill). Contrary to what some people believe, producing isn’t just about business. It also has a creative side.
The timing for this course couldn’t be better for me. I’ve been giving notes and comments about the story in progress to the writer for a few months now, but I’m really looking forward to this class to sharpen up my skills and help the writer make the story the best it can possibly be before I submit it to the cast for consideration.
If I thought my life was busy before, it’s now going to be absolutely insane. But this beats being bored any day.
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09.24.07
Posted in Film, Interviews, Nestor Carbonell, TV, Trailers at 11:14 pm by Amanda Rogers
Well, it looks like Nestor Carbonell, who has been playing the recurring guest role of Richard Alpert on Lost, might be taking a break from the series. He’s landed a series regular role on the new CBS drama Cane, which premieres tomorrow night, September 25, at 10:00 p.m. on CBS.
Cane Trailer
There’s been a lot of concern among Lost fans as to the fate of Nestor’s character and even Cane creator Cynthia Cidre gets asked if Nestor will be available to guest star in Lost in the following interview.
Exclusive Interview: ‘Cane’ Creator Cynthia Cidre
And she’s not the only one getting asked that question. Lost Executive Producers Damon Lindelof and Carlton Cuse also touch on that question in the Official Lost Podcast.
However, the Star Ledger takes it right to the top. CBS entertainment president Nina Tassler was asked whether she’d let Carbonell do a guest spot on Lost. “‘Probably not,’ she said, arguing that they’re trying to establish a new show and a new character, and she felt it would confuse the audience to see Carbonell playing roles on two different series at once.”
I think Nina may be underestimating the TV audience a bit, don’t you?
So there you have it. When and if Richard Alpert ever appears on Lost again remains to be seen. In the meantime, Nestor is in the enviable position of being in demand on two TV shows…an actor’s dream.
Batman
And just when you think things couldn’t get any better for Nestor, Variety reports that Nestor has been cast as the mayor of Gotham City in the new Batman movie, The Dark Knight.
The Dark Knight Movie Teaser
Official Dark Knight Site
The Dark Knight is scheduled to be released July 18, 2008.
Anybody else find it ironic that Batmanuel will appear on Batman?
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09.16.07
Posted in Paul Ben-Victor, Theatre/Plays at 12:06 pm by Amanda Rogers
Paul Ben-Victor will be appearing on stage for one night only on Monday, September 24, at 8:00 p.m. to perform a staged reading of Machiavelli. The reading is a part of The Hayworth Theatre’s Bruno Kirby Celebrity Reading Series.
From Playbill comes this description: ”Set in Florence in the early 1500s, Machiavelli centers on a military police major and his wife who ‘must use their wits to navigate the outrageous whims and violent behavior the Medici family… as well as their own daughter’s shocking rebellion,’ according to production notes.”
Tickets are $15. Parking is $7. For reservations visit Brown Paper Tickets or call 213-389-9860.
Venue:
Hayworth Theatre
2511 Wilshire Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90057
Map to Theatre
Broadway World:
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09.15.07
Posted in Concerts, Mike McCafferty, Music, MySpace, Videos at 12:42 pm by Amanda Rogers
Back when Mike McCafferty was attending college at Eastern Michigan University, he and three of his college buddies formed an a cappella group called the A.Y.U. Quartet (Atomic Young Ultrasonics).
Now, you have an opportunity to see Mike perform live with this group because, after 15 years, the A.Y.U. Quartet is having a reunion concert! They’re going back to Ypsilanti, Michigan, for a one-night-only performance to be held at the Sponberg Theater on the Easter Michigan University campus. The date is Saturday, September 22, 2007, at 7:00 p.m. Tickets can be bought at the door or through EMU Online Ticketing. Prices are $15 for general admission, $12 for students, $9 for Mainstage Members, and $6 for kids ages 5-12.
Map to Theater
You can check out how talented these guys are by listening to a small selection of their songs on the A.Y.U Quartet MySpace Page and also on the CD Baby site (where you can buy their CDs).
Scroll down further on their MySpace page to watch a video of their various performances. The same video is also available for viewing in two different sizes on the Michigan Travel website. It’s lots of fun to watch and it includes some high praise from comedian/actor Soupy Sales.
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09.13.07
Posted in Eddie Jones, MySpace, Theatre/Plays at 8:22 pm by Amanda Rogers
That’s the name of Eddie Jones’ new play, which is currently playing at the McCadden Place Theatre in Hollywood, California! Eddie’s wife, Anita Khanzadian, is directing. The play started September 6 and it runs until October 14. Six weeks only, so don’t hesitate if you want to see Eddie perform live!
Days and times:
Thursdays - Saturdays at 8:00 p.m.
Sunday Matinees at 2:00 p.m.
Tickets:
Thursday - Saturday $20
Sunday $15
www.plays411.com/dreamer
https://www.ovationtix.com/trs/pr/16401
Phone Reservations: (818) 765-8732
Venue:
McCadden Place Theatre
1157 N. McCadden Place
Hollywood, CA 90038
Map to Theatre
Websites:
www.adeepbreathandaleap.com
Dreamer MySpace Page
Interact Theater Company
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