Meetings

My recent meetings with a couple of different agencies have gone very well. Even though we all know we're evaluating the situation from moment one, it's nice to go in and have a rounded conversation and get to know a little about the people I'm meeting. We're all people first and business people second. In this way, no matter what happens, I'm richer for the experience. You control what you can, and let go of what you can't. This philosophy is also entirely applicable to casting meetings. Actors should do their homework first. Then, you go in, relax, trust in the work you did, and focus on delivering your performance rather than worrying about needing the job, the other actors in the waiting area and all of that other goo that gets in our heads. Desperation and neediness might be called for in a character, but who wants to work with that in an actor? And having been in on some casting sessions now, I know it shows.

The AAMCO spot should be up and running at the end of the month. I inquired about getting copy for my commercial reel, and the gentleman who was assisting me said everyone there was really pleased with the result.

Class is going very well. We've had some complicated scenes and focused rehearsals. This month's work is blending the casting scenario with scene work, and how the two are interdependent. I'm continuing on next month with the goal of really being prepared to step into the theatrical arena when I have the opportunity.

My wife and I attended a stand-up taping for AOL & HBO (connected to The Comedy Festival in Vegas) last night with some friends. It was the first time I've been in the audience for a stand-up show, and the comics were great. Initially, we were told the taping would last about 4 hours, but it ended after 2. So, it was just right. I guess you can look for it in streaming content on AOL, but don't ask me how. I have never really investigated AOL.

Today reminds me of Atlanta a lot. Driving home last night, we saw lightning...first time since we've been here. In the middle of the night I woke to the sounds of thunder and rain which persisted on and off until this afternoon. When I got out of bed this morning, I just looked out the window for a while to watch the rain. It's been so long since I've seen it. Kinda miss that a little.