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OCTOBER
So much has been happeing! I am getting more homesick by the day, but the acting opportunitys are so great, its hard to be too sad! I have shot a trailer with Jimmy Hanks (Tom\\\'s brother), performed in a live Improv group, attended red carpet screenings, and helped organise a plays festival.
Theres more to come... I have a show opening in November, and had an awesome audition last night for a feature film... fingers crossed!
Its so great to read the latest news and see everyone working so hard and getting rewards. Keep it up guys.
JUNE
Having just completed another term at Stella Adler, I am starting to settle into Hollywood. I have a show opening on Friday night and am still auditioning weekly for casting director and agents. Classes at Stella are AMAZING- I learn and improve every single day.
Hollywood is still crazy and mad, but I am making some great friends who help to keep me sane! I do miss Australia though... especially Screen Actors!
APRIL/MAY
Hollywood is amazing. The people are crazy and different and inspiring. The training is the best in the world, and Screen Actors has so much of it!!! I go to auditions in the morning, reharsals in afternoon and classes in evening. Then I learn lines, and work on scripts, and apply for auditions all night. I love it!!!
MARCH
I have my VISA! Only 2 weeks to go now, and I will be living and studying in Hollywood. Its so surreal I can hardly comprehend its happening.
Its sad saying goodbye to everyone, but at the same time, I really want to make the most of being an actor in America. So many mixed feelings!
FEB
I just received all my scholarship confirmation in the mail! I am so excited, its all becoming more real! Now I have to make an appointment with the American embassy in Melb… make sure they will let me into the country. Only about 5 weeks to go! How exciting…
JAN
Well, dreams can come true. Last year I studied at Stella Adler Los Angeles for 3 months, and had the most amazing time of my life. AND, I was lucky enough to score a scholarship to complete the 2 year course, so I’m heading back to live at the end of March.
I’m so excited about Stella, but a little nervous about living in America, by myself for 2 years. But I love the energy of Hollywood- there’s always an audition to go to, a new place to go, and shows to see. If you don’t see a film the weekend it comes out, everyone thinks there’s something wrong with you!
LAST WEEK OF TERM ONE
Thanks for all the chocolates! Its been a great last week of term. Everyone has improved in some way, so I am happy and proud with you all!
As sad as it is to say bye, you can all still e-mail me, and I will see you when I get back! Its been awesome.
WEEK TWO
Last week was so much fun, in every class I taught. The Thursday adults class in Mt Waverley were so brave during space jump- especially Scott. On Friday, Stevie- Lou and Monique really worked hard on their scenes- maybe the audition inspired you both? And Bana was a star on Saturday morning, filming like a professional. Thanks to Cem for being such an awesome stills photographer. Teens class on Saturday was as crazy as usual- such a fun class to be in! Angela and Sean both stood out.
Monologues will be a challenge this week, but I’m sure everyone is up for it.
BOOTCAMP
Bootcamp last week was one of my all time favourites, with stars Chloe and Jordana taking home the trophies. We had a great time experimenting with green screen and making up improv games.
This term I am looking forward to teaching a few classes at Mt Waverley, as well as my Kids and a Teens class in Ascot Vale.
Tim, my brother farms abalone and is a star tennis, netball and football player. Or most sports for that matter. Where did my share of the natural sporting talent go?
Dad is loving being adventurous which involves a few motorbikes, caravans, kayaks and cars. I went sky-diving with him for my 18th birthday, and even though his side of the family is responsible for my lack of height, he is the best Dad in the world. Even if he looses his car keys 7 times a day.
Mum and Andy work their butts off on the farm, but love every moment of it. I think everyone should appreciate each other like Mum and Andy do.
I love shearing time, and driving the motorbike. I have been fencing, planted fruit trees, driven the tractor, been a rouse- about and collected hundreds of eggs a day. I love the vast difference of being there one moment then being in the middle of Melbourne the next!
There Will Be Blood
You have to see Daniel Day Lewis in this film. I look up to him in so many ways. Very dark and depressing- I actually felt like I had lived around oil when I left the cinema.
Juno
Great soundtrack, and fun quirky dialogue. Juno was a Hollywood film without a typical ending, and I admired that. Had some funny moments.
No Country For Old Men
Best film I have seen all year- exceptionally well shot. The lack of music was noticeable, but just added to the feeling of being secluded in the country. I loved the natural dialogue, and the way characters repeated lines, as we constantly do in real life. I love the ending now, even if it frustrated and confused me at the time. Must see film.
The Lives Of Others
Fascinating premise, especially because it’s based on true events. The actor went through the same experience in his’ life, so it was interesting to watch the film knowing this. Subtitles were no distraction, really natural characters (like in most foreign films). I am always amazed at how much some governments can get away with, then take no responsibility for.
Crash
Crash is in my top ten films of all time. Really reminded me of LA- the way some people treat each other. I enjoyed the way each story intertwined and how they made their point about racism without shoving it down our throats.
AUDITIONS... SO MANY!!!!
I had my third call back for a low budget feature film yesterday, its down to me or another girl. The process has been so interesting, and different to Australia. They don\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\'t know I have an accent either! Which is hard work, even when I answer my phone I have to do it in American! Luckily I have a good accent...
SHORT FILM
I am currently working on a short film, aiming to shoot in the next couple of weeks. I have written a script spine, but most of the scenes will be improvised. We are using all SAS actors, so its going to be awesome!
Luke is helping with all the technical stuff (thanks Luke!) and I am producing and of course acting in it. It’s a subject I feel passionate about, and should be good showreel material too, which is a bonus!
ME
This is me. With my acting stuff, I am going to as many Screen Actors classes as possible, and happen to be teaching 5 classes too. I am writing a short film, and going to auditions. But I guess I am mostly trying to spend time with my family and friends before I head to Hollywood!
My Acting
+ Stella Adler Los Angeles 2 years training in Hollywood (2007- present)
+Groundlings Imrov 12 week workshop in Hollywood (2007)
+ Ultimate Screen Test- TAFTA 5 Week Course (2007)
+ Master Drama class weekly (2005-07) Screen Actors - Stanislavski Method. Teachers include; John McGlynn, Brian Vriends, Sian Davies, James Freemantle, Hugh Johnson.
+ BA (Performance Studies) Victoria University. (2003-06)
.+ Ultimate Screen Test - TAFTA 5 week course (2006).
+ McLeod’s Daughters Workshop with Sue Manger (2006).
+ Summer Acting Workshops - Screen Actors (2002 & 2005).
+ NIDA “Intensive Acting” Summer Workshop (2002).+ Singing and Dance Tuition (6 years) Jaanz, Sheree Nash, Karen Casey
THEATRE
2008- SUPPORT "Hamlet" Rosencrants, Player Queen, Priest dir. Tim Mc Neil (Stella Adler)
2006-07 - SUPPORT “Inheritance” Brianna, dir. Chris Bendall (Full Dress Prod.)
2006 - SUPPORT “Sweet Road” Yasmin, dir. Juan Modinger (Mitcham Theatre Group)
2006 - LEAD “Spurboard” Amy, dir. Stacey Carmichael (Blunt Productions)
2005 - SUPPORT “Eros & Aphrodite”, dir. Richard Lawton (Victoria University)
2004 - LEAD “Man The Balloon” Hector, dir. Kelly Clifford (Geelong Rep)
2004 - LEAD “Welcome”, dir. Maryanne Lynch (Victoria University)
2004 - SUPPORT “The Soldier’s Wife” Trish Fehlan, dir. Debbie Fraser
2003 - SUPPORT “Oklahoma” Cowgirl, dir. Davina Smith Crowley (Lyric Theatre)
2002 - SUPPORT “The Stronger” Waitress, dir. Janine McKenzie (Geelong Rep)
SCREEN
2007- HOST TV “Blurb”, Channel 31 TV show, Presenter on location.
2007- LEAD SF “The Weaving” Angela, dir. Troy Beard (Amulet Productions)
2007- VARIOUS roles with “The Wedge” and “Australia’s Got Talent”
2006 - SUPPORT FF “Do Mates Come First?” Kate, dir. Luke Robson (Endless Prod.)
2006 - LEAD SF “Getting Even” Chloe, dir. Sarah Gooda (Spangled Aura Productions)
2005 - BIT FF “The Line” Independent Feature Film. Police Officer, (Adante Prod.)
2002 - LEAD SF “Norman’s Law” Short Film. Jane, dir. Josh Egan (Flamank Films)
Dancing Funk, Hip Hop, Jazz.Singing (Mezzo Soprano) Pop, Rock, Musical.Sports Skilled = Netball, Tennis, Swimming, Karate, Yoga, Pilates. Capable = Snow Skiing, Pool, Sailing.Traveling United States, Europe, Indonesia, Australia.
Other Skills Standard American accent, Television Presenting and Interviewing, Event Management, Kid's Character Parties, Balloon sculpting, Mime, Farm Working, Conversational Indonesian Speaker, Children’s Acting Teacher, Children’s Dance/Singing Teacher.