A Clear Channel - Day 157

Just finished reading a movie script for an audition I have on Friday. I love it when my manager sends scripts because it gives me a real feel for the character within the context of the project. It also gives me something to talk about at the audition. It's a sign of respect when an actor takes the time to learn and understand the story. For me, it gives me even more to work with.
Earlier this evening I had my second drumming class with the teacher I really like. The class was smaller this evening but still fun. It's a challenge, still can't master all of the beats but it gives me something to strive for. I'm going to buy my own drum soon.
Went shopping at Dewberries, Jackie Kennedy's hip and fun boutique on Pico near Fairfax. Bought a really cute dress, some matching jewelry and a gift for my friend Jane. I really like Jackie. She's smart, fun and confident. I will be going back...it's a feel good place.
And my first stop this morning was a Comcast audition. Felt really good. I just know I will be at those callbacks next week. My GEICO commercial is getting plenty of airtime. Check it out on YouTube. It's called A Bird in the Hand. Thank you God!!!

A Clear Channel - Day 96

I finally feel normal again. After the weekend and last night's police activity here in South Central Santa Monica that lasted well into the morning, I was too tired to even talk. I went to an audition today for the role of a sign language interpreter which is always fun because you have to roll with the punches and we get a chance to educate folks not familiar with Deaf culture. This particular director knew what he wanted though. We'll see what happens. The Deaf community is very small, yet I saw faces (both hearing and Deaf) I didn't recognize.
Then I took myself to lunch, had to get a jump start on my car cause I left the lights on. Now why were they on in the daytime in the first place? See, still a little groggy. Came home, washed and braided my hair. That's a 4 hour job. I usually let it air dry for an entire day, but I won't be able to this time. Have an audition at 11:15AM, then on to a wardrobe fitting for my commercial shoot on Thursday. Can't show up in braids...it tends to make people nervous.
While I was doing my hair, I caught up on Dancing With The Stars. Three couples left, finals next week. I think Nicole from The Pussy Cat Dolls is gonna win. She's my favorite. Although that skater guy is pretty good. Naw, he won't win. It's gonna be Nicole.
Now Celebrity Apprentice? Can't figure that one out. It's between Holly Robinson-Peete and Brett Michaels. Two completely different styles, same passion for their charity. Should be interesting. I've really grown to know and like Brett and to respect Holly. She is not to be messed with! LOL...like I know them personally....too funny. Oh well, it's better than watching the news.
Off to study for my audition tomorrow so someone can watch ME on TV.

A Clear Channel - Day 95

Whew! What a weekend. Long Beach Pride wore me out!! After a long weekend of prideful celebration, I had to get up early to do a voice over audition. It was indeed a struggle and I probably looked like a hot mess, but I got through it. Since I went directly to the audition from my hotel, I went looking for wardrobe for the second audition of the day, a commercial callback. I didn't even have the energy to shop, so I chose an outfit from my suitcase, sat in my car and took a nap. It was the best thing to do...it got me through (once again). When I finally got home this afternoon, I grabbed a neighbor to get a piece of furniture I'd been riding around with in my care for a week and we brought into my home. I laid down to take a nap and woke up hours later! Now I need to study my sides for tomorrow's audition. It will be tricky since it involves sign language and working with deaf and hearing actors. Those moments are a like a well choreographed dance. I hope this blog is making sense. I still feel a little groggy.
I mentioned in a previous blog, that when it rains it pours, but have I mentioned that as soon as an actor makes plans to go out of town, they book a job? Well...here we go...I'm currently up for 4 jobs (that I know of) that work between May 20 - June 3. Yikes!!
I just thought of a great title for my book. You'll have to wait until it's published to find out what it is!!

A Clear Channel - Day 92

Getting busy around here! Auditions, wardrobe fittings, preparing for a weekend of gigs....whew! I'm not complaining, but it's doing that "when it rains it pours" thing. Something is brewing and I'm ready! Can't blog too long tonight, gotta prepare for a big audition tomorrow plus two others and a gig tomorrow night in Long Beach. Gonna study and turn in early!