Calico Bonnet Productions

05/16/2025

We really appreciate all of the community support our film is receiving! Check out this article that highlights some of the many local folks and businesses who are contributing to make this movie happen. Please help us return the favors by thanking them when you patronize their business.

OK, I’m not a big horror movie buff, but if I had to pick a favorite monster, it would be a vampire; maybe a handsome werewolf, but surely not one

05/09/2025

Chad and Carissa were honored to sit down in the WTOB studio to talk about all that goes into making a movie. Set a reminder to listen in on Sunday and get a glimpse behind the scenes!

Sunday at 9 am on WTOB, Local Business Spotlight talks with the folks behind an indie horror-comedy being filmed in the arts district this summer!
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05/08/2025

Have you always wanted to see your name in lights? We can make that happen! Learn how: crowdfundr.com/nightterrors (music ©Isaac Joines)

05/07/2025

We have some fun blind boxes that you could receive as a perk for contributing to Night Terrors: Blood Date on Trade Street. Collectibles, Custom Art, and Props from the movie could be yours! Head over to Crowdfundr and contribute to get one of these limited edition blind boxes. (music ©Isaac Joines)

05/06/2025

Meet Bailey Ré, who will play "date" in Night Terrors: Blood Date on Trade Street. Bailey is an Italian-born, North Carolina-raised actress with a passion for both stage and screen.
Since the age of twelve, Bailey has been actively involved in the world of performance. She was most recently on stage in the role of Young Belle in The Little Theatre of Winston Salem's production of "A Christmas Carol." Screen credits include a starring role as Julie in the music video "Julie is Gun Crazy" by The Blusterfields and a recent appearance in a commercial for the North Carolina Education Lottery.
Bailey is looking forward to bringing the role of DATE to life and is excited to be a part of this project. When not on stage or filming, Bailey enjoys spending quality time with her daughter, indulging in delicious pasta, and performing aerial silks.

05/05/2025

Meet Dan Beckmann, who will be playing the Director of the Night Terrors show in our upcoming film Night Terrors: Blood Date on Trade Street.
Dan is an Actor, Director, Singer, Dancer, Audio Engineer, Filmmaker, Award-Winning Photographer and Mediocre Poker Rat based in Winston-Salem North Carolina -- and he is psyched to watch the blood dribble as a part of this unique and locally-grown film!
Dan spends most of his time touring the country as half of performance duo Letters From Home, a USO-inspired jukebox experience which he performs with his wife Erinn (who is also a part of this sterling cast.) He also serves as artistic Director for Spring Theatre, a youth-oriented theatre company in Winston-Salem which is currently working on expanding to New Mexico and Kenya in the coming year.
Dan would like you to give all of your money to this project without a second thought. "Go on, it'll feel nice," he says. "See you on Trade Street!"

05/04/2025

You can't film a horror/comedy on Trade Street and not shoot in Major Tomms! Did you recognize the location in our pitch video? We can't wait to film an important scene with Stacy and Drake inside of this iconic DTWS shop. Next time you're there, thank Holly for supporting independent film in Winston-Salem 🎥🩸🦇💀

05/03/2025

Meet Thao Nguyen, who is playing Randy in Night Terrors: Blood Date on Trade Street. Thao is an award-winning producer and actor, who is comfortable on both the stage and screen. On stage he is acclaimed by critics for his "velvety baritone and his ease and grace..." while possessing the ability to seemingly "change his molecular composition to become his character. I didn't even recognize him offstage!" -BroadwayWorld.
Notable Performances: Off Broadway/Regional- Tropical Angels, Miss Saigon, Shrek, 25th annual..., South Pacific, Bridgerton the musical choreographed by Emmy winner Tyce Diorio, Pippin - for which he received special recognition by legendary performer Ben Vereen - and David Wolfson’s opera Fortune's Children which is now streaming on BroadwayOnDemand.
As an active tv/film actor, you can catch him on your favorite streaming services like Disney+, HBO Max and Netflix. Thao can be followed on all social media and at www.thaotnguyen.com for further information.

05/02/2025

Thanks to these folks who have contributed to our crowdfundr for Night Terrors: Blood Date on Trade Street! You too can be a part of making a movie in Winston-Salem this summer - visit our campaign page to learn more.
Original music ©Isaac Joines

05/02/2025

Daniel Becker (who will play Drake in our upcoming movie Night Terrors: Blood Date on Trade Street) stars in this play alongside Emily Emerson. You don't want to miss this one! Ticket link in the post or on the Arts Council's website.

05/01/2025

Meet Evynn Rose Grignon who will be Linda Casabian in Night Terrors: Blood Date on Trade Street.
Evynn is an actress currently based in Salisbury, North Carolina. Her experience spans local and professional theatre, improv, and most recently a regional tour.
Some of her favorite roles include Wednesday Addams (The Addams Family Musical), Natalie Haller (All Shook Up), Yvette (Clue!), and Emily Webb (Our Town).
In addition to acting, Evynn is a content creator passionate about fashion, theatre, and fostering transparency in the arts. By day, she provides therapy to children on the autism spectrum. Offstage, you’ll find her road-tripping with friends, binging slasher films, or rocking out at metal shows.

04/03/2024

Friends & neighbors. Let's begin to get down with the real nitty gritty. Here is the first footage officially released from "Hometown America" a new documentary series directed by Carissa Joines and myself for Calico Bonnet Productions. This song was written by Dale Cole inspired by our series. Thank you to everyone who was involved in the production of this video. Please look for a trailer on May 2, 2024.

"Hometown America"
written by Dale Cole
engineered and produced by Benjy Johnson
recorded at Earthtones Recording Studio
performed by Dale Cole & Community Service

vocals: Dale Cole
Shelly Stevens
electric guitar: Brad Ward
baritone guitar: Benjy Johnson
drums: Matt D'Amico
violin: Charlie Shafer
cello: Deb Fleming Lentz
double bass: Tom Kincaid

produced and directed by Chad Nance and Carissa Joines with cinematography by John Rotan and ariel photography by Brian Vedek

This song was inspired by and will be included in the upcoming "Hometown America" documentary series from Calico Bonnet Productions that will take a look be...