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09/27/2021

Write Your Own Ticket With A Kick Ass Script (FREE TRAINING)

Hey, creatives!!

Do you want to create your own project? But when you sit down to write your script you…

….stare at a blank page for what feels like years…
….find literally anything else to distract you…
….write a few lines, hate it, delete, start again, rinse and repeat until you die…

Emily Grace can help. Come to her FREE TRAINING: Write Your Own Ticket With A Kick Ass Script.

You will learn:

The 3 BIGGEST MISTAKES creators make when they try to write their script, and the 3-part plan of what to do instead.

Stop waiting for the industry to wake up and take notice of you. Take matters into your own hands and put yourself on the map! It starts with a kick ass script.

Click here to join==> http://kickassscript.com/

For womxn who want to write their damn script already!

03/31/2021

CASTING CALL:

Feature film is seeking SAG-e or SAG legal 18 TPY extras in an audience at a high school dance performance. Shoots Thursday, April 1 in Culver City. SAG Micro Budget, deferred pay. Copy, credit and meals. Adhering to all SAG Covid protocols.
Our last feature is currently on Amazon Prime.

Please DM Retta ASAP via Create Your Reel.

03/24/2021

Welcome Artists to CRxEATIVITY

Actors, writers, creators, artists! If you’re struggling with your creativity or are in need of some inspiration, look to The Artist’s Way. I took this course (via Zoom) at the end of 2020. It helped me get through the book. I’d never done that before, in spite of having the book on my shelf for years. It really gave me the boost I needed.

Jen Seifert leads this group once a week for 12 weeks and she’s wonderful. The next one starts April 18.

Go to www.JenniferSeifert.com for more info. Be sure to tell Jen that Retta sent you!

Artist's Way and Advanced classes available to unlock your creative dreams

03/11/2021

Filming in Los Angeles Begins to Rebound as More Projects Restart Production

Production is picking up!

Film permit requests in the city were up 43 percent this past month compared to the top of the year.

03/04/2021

‘The Falcon and the Winter Soldier’ Star Anthony Mackie Soars to Marvel Leading-Man Status

Patience and persistence.

“(Mackie and Morgan Freeman) did ‘Million Dollar Baby’ together, and when we were shooting this movie, I got offered a play. When you do Off Broadway, it’s $425 a week. In New York, that’s really $75 per week. I got a movie offer at the same time, and it was buckets of money. Three Home Depot buckets of money were going to be dropped off at my door.... The script was awful; the whole thing was slimy. I went to Morgan’s trailer and asked him what he would do. He took a second and said, ‘Do the play. When Hollywood wants you, they’ll come get you. And when they come get you, they’ll pay for it.’ That blew my mind, and I left him that day with such a massive amount of confidence. He’s been a huge influence on me.”

For his entire tenure as an Avenger, Anthony Mackie had never been the first name on the call sheet. In a galaxy of stars populated by Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans and Scarlett Johansson, the act…

02/22/2021

Broadcast TV Scorecard 2021: What's New, Renewed and Canceled

What upcoming TV looks like in a pandemic.

Clockwise from top left: ABC's 'Grey's Anatomy,' Fox's '911,' NBC's 'Brooklyn Nine-Nine,' The CW's 'Batwoman' and CBS' 'NCIS'

01/22/2021

TV Pilots 2021: The Complete Guide

A good update on #pilotseason.
#actor #actorlife

ABC/Hulu's Craig Erwich (left), CBS' Kelly Kahl, Fox's Charlie Collier, NBCUniversal's Susan Rovner and The CW's Mark Pedowitz

01/10/2021

Pandemic Fog Casts a Shadow on Another TV Pilot Season | Hollywood Reporter

A good update on what the industry looks like right now.

As the calendar turns to a new year, that traditionally brings the start of pilot season for the five broadcast networks. Considering that pilot season 2020 was completely upended when production halted in March at the outset of the pandemic, this year is anything but business as usual as many of la...

12/17/2020

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I just wrapped my 12 week Artists Way group and I absolutely loved it. The work we did was so valuable to me creatively as an actor and a writer.

Fellow creatives, if you've ever wanted to make your way through The Artists Way with some support and guidance, the next Artists Way group with Jen Seifert starts on Tuesday, December 29th at 4:30pm PST. It runs for 12 weeks, and you meet once a week over Zoom. Go to www.jenniferseifert.com and make sure to mention Retta sent you.

Safe and happy holidays to all!

Is there a book, play, or Hollywood's hottest script inside of you? Do you dream of being on stage, playing piano, or burlesque dancing to your Ted Talk, yet find that something keeps stopping you from taking action? Join the hundreds of folks who have already worked with me and discovered the magic...

12/09/2020

Free Masterclass for Actors and Creative Souls

Hey, actors/creatives/multi-hyphenates!

This year has not been what we expected. COVID derailed many of us artist freelancers, and being consistent has been challenging.

I’m so grateful that I have my friend Jodie Bentley in my career corner. She’s hosting a free webinar on creating the habits necessary to take back control of your career in 2021. This year Jodie helped me launch my training website, design the components of my acting website, and stay on track with my prep for new rep outreach.

As I jump into 2021, I’m planning for my success. Come join me! RSVP here: https://4748020--jodiebentleycareercoach.thrivecart.com/dare-to-be-unstoppable/5f98bff608d15/

#goals #actorgoals #makesuccessinevitable2021 #goalslayer2021 #success #workingactor #actorlife #noexcuses

Learn the proven 3-step system to move into 2021 without the fear & uncertainty.

09/29/2020

AUDITION STORYTIME! (pt. 2)

Love how open and vulnerable she is. Great audition (and life) lessons.

We’re back with more failures! I’ve been through so many auditions I feel like I’ve seen ALL OF THE THINGS... so let’s break it all down... again! If you hav...

08/01/2020

07/22/2020

Very exciting! Learn about virtual auditioning and what the new normal will be for actors.

https://register.gotowebinar.com/rt/4079601963744623628

05/21/2020

PTEOE Presents Self-Tape Like a Pro with Commercials Casting Director Arlene Schuster, CCDA

Do you know what your self-tape should look like? What about your backdrop? What lighting should you use? Self-taping is here and isn’t going anywhere any time soon.

SAG-AFTRA spoke at length with Arlene Schuster from asg casting, inc.

#actor #selftape #actorlife

Join SAG-AFTRA President Gabrielle Carteris, the President’s Task Force on Education, Outreach & Engagement, and leading commercials casting director Arlene ...

05/15/2020

Before he died, a father said to his son, “Here is a watch that your grandfather gave me. It is almost 200 years old. Before I give it to you, go to the jewelry store downtown. Tell them that I want to sell it, and see how much they offer you."

The son went to the jewelry story, came back to his father, and said, "They offered $150.00 because it's so old."

The father said, “Go to the pawn shop."

The son went to the pawn shop, came back to his father, and said, "The pawn shop offered $10.00 because it looks so worn."

The father asked his son to go to the museum and show them the watch.

He went to the museum, came back, and said to his father, “The curator offered $500,000.00 for this very rare piece to be included in their precious antique collections."

The father said, “I wanted to let you know that the right place values you in the right way. Don't find yourself in the wrong place and get angry if you are not valued. Those that know your value are those who appreciate you, don't stay in a place where nobody sees your value."

Know your worth.

05/02/2020

Zane/Pillsbury Casting splits.
From Zane/Pillsbury Casting:

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the end of our company, ZANE/PILLSBURY CASTING, as we’ve known it. Through 20 years in our partnership, we evolved as individuals and as a company: 2 offices, 2 homes, 3 pregnancies, 4 children, over 100 pilots and series, and many talented and tireless assistants and associates.

The world changed significantly over the course of our partnership, and the business we work in and love evolved considerably as well. We survived a lot and managed to thrive. We had a successful business, we love each other, and now it’s time for the next chapter. We cherish our casting community, and we feel incredibly fortunate to have worked as partners in this industry for as long as we did. We will continue to work as casting directors - but sadly, not together.

Thank you to everyone who has supported us, endured us, taken our calls, negotiated with us, suggested incredible actors and shared this amazing journey with us. Thank you for your business relationships and friendships, we could not have prevailed over the last two decades without you.

You have our emails and/or cellphone numbers and that is how we can be reached until further notice.

Stay safe and healthy everyone. We will see you on the other side of this.

With much love and gratitude,

Bonnie and Gayle

04/25/2020

New Document Lays Out Plan to Resume Movie and TV Productions With Strict Quarantine Pods (EXCLUSIVE)

Some interesting proposed solutions to get the industry back up and running when the time is right. 

As Hollywood contemplates the risks and uncertainties around going back into production in the coming months after coronavirus-imposed shutdowns, strategies for scaled-back sets are beginning to em…

03/27/2020

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We hope that you're all staying home and staying safe in this challenging time. This video is a bit lengthy, but it provides great information on Covid-19. Feel free to share.
#inthistogether

Dr. David Price of Weill Cornell Medical Center in New York City shares information in a Mar. 22 Zoom call with family and friends on empowering and protecting families…

02/27/2020

Success stories from our clients at Create Your Reel.

02/24/2020

Latest demo reel advice on Backstage from Create Your Reel's Retta Putignano. http://ow.ly/wLqm50yuEOy

02/18/2020

#actorlife #actor #patienceandpersistence

01/27/2020

How to Edit Commercial Reel Footage Featuring Another Actor’s Voiceover

Retta Putignano’s latest Backstage article...with some help from lead editor, Kevin King.

You can still include the commercial by making some tweaks.

01/12/2020

Timeline Photos

12/26/2019

Happy Holidays to all! May you be with the ones you love, and enjoy some downtime to recharge your soul. #shareyourtalent #newdecade #readyfor2020

12/01/2019

This is how we do it. #smallbusinesssaturday #europavillagewinery #reels #demoreel

11/19/2019

How to Get Footage for Your Child’s Demo Reel

ICYMI - Head writer Retta Putignano’s recent article in the Backstage Experts Column.

Don’t have clips? Here’s what to do.

11/14/2019

Timeline Photos

09/23/2019

URGENT!! Still seeking the following roles. Please email [email protected] directly - do not email Create Your Reel. Sides are available for agents on www.sidesexpress.com. Sides are available for actors on www.showfax.com.

Yi-Zheng (48) - Xing and Yue’s father. A successful businessman in international trade. He is first generation immigrant who worked very hard and earned a flourishing career. All his life is about number, he is always working and seldom spend time with family. He is a solemn and strict person with high standard. He expects high from his daughters but never know to care for their feelings and participates their lives as they grow up. The death of Yue is a huge shock for him that her never saw coming since she was always so put together. He restrains and doesn’t show his feelings, but deep down is severely stricken and doesn’t know how to react to the fact that one of his daughters is gone. Two nice scenes.

Ya-Lan (42) - Xing and Yue’s mother. A woman that has devote her life to family. She moves to the states with her husband and has become a stay-home-mom ever since. She comes from a high educated background but gave up the chance to pursue her own career. She doesn’t have much work experiences, she stays mostly at home and occasionally assist Yi-Zheng with his business. She loves her daughters a lot, but she doesn’t know how to help the girls navigate their lives since she was always well protected when she grew up and didn’t have much chance to face the cruel world since she left workplace young. She is heartbroken after Yue’s death and has no spare mind to care for Xing. - One scene.

09/13/2019

What a lovely night at the Friends of the Academy Celebration held at @filmindependent. I got to meet some current students and see alumni that we shot a few years ago when we created reels for the entire 3rd year company. So much #talent ! #aada #americanacademyofdramaticarts

09/05/2019

#gratitude

08/21/2019

Stick with it. #patienceandpersistence

08/07/2019

...and sometimes you have a fun day on set... #actor #actorlife

08/03/2019

#patienceandpersistence #actorslife

07/13/2019

CYR director, Steve Hosford, in action in the new studio. Official announcement coming soon. Stay tuned! #demoreel #demoreels #newpartnership #newdigs

07/02/2019

#createthelifeyouwant