As pilot season draws to a close and the TV networks begin to make those tough decisions over which shows they want to pick up for a series, the SciFi Network wants their fans to participate! Go to www.scifi.com/outerspaceastronauts, and as they say "savor the power" by watching clips from the proposed animated SciFi TV show: Outer Space Astronauts, then answer a short survey as to whether or not you think the show should be greenlit!

Despite being ever so slightly bias because the proposed show was created by my longtime friend, Russell Barrett (who is an incredibly talented guy), I still giggle everytime I watch the short clips. However knowing Russell, I know that the snippets of OSA provide just a taste of the comedy that would be found in a full length episode complete with a beginning, middle, and end. Personally, I can't wait to see more--but of course YOU can be the judge!! So, check out Outer Space Astronauts and share your opinions!

This week Sarah and Julie take a look at the LA improv/sketch circuit. Likening it to the off off off...off Broadway scene in New York, Sarah explains how the LA comedy theater scene is a place where struggling Angeleno actors can get out and practice their craft as well as meet new people. The girls discuss many of the improv schools and companies located in LA including Groundlings, Second City, Upright Citizens Brigade, Improv Olympic and Acme as well as some theaters like Westside Eclectic that bridge the gap between live comedy theater and online community. The girls concur that whether you are in the mood to brush up on your improv performance skills or just want a good giggle, there are plenty of choices any night of the week. So, grab a partner, your favorite oversized prop, and as always enjoy the SHOW!!!

When I moved to LA five and a half years ago to pursue an acting career, I had to have headshots made. This is an expensive process so the goal is to do this as few times as possible throughout one’s career.

Headshots are 8x10 photos that are in essence an actor’s calling card. When submitting for a role or for an agent, I would send my headshot. My agent also sends my headshot to casting directors when getting me auditions. And when I go to an audition, I must have a headshot to give to the director. The most important role the headshot plays in an actor’s career is showing prospective employers what the actor looks like. Therefore the actor must look like their headshot.

Most non-actors can change their appearance whenever the mood strikes them. But, if you must always look like a photo that is representing you, this is no longer the case. What if I wanted to color my hair from dark brown to red or if I wanted bangs? Or what if I wanted a cute little bob do? Which I did! It couldn’t happen because I would have to fork out the dough to get new headshots.

Well, after five and a half years I decided it was time to suck it up because I was in need of a change. I had my hair cut from mid back to above my shoulders. This turned out to be the most expensive haircut I’ve ever had.

Let me break it down for you. I spent $175 on the actual hair cut. This included low-lights (for the guys reading this, those are dark hi-lights) and tip for my lovely hairstylist, Jodi. I then spent $500 on the photo shoot. It cost $110 to have the pictures put on LACasting.com and BreakdownServices.com. These are online services that casting directors and agents use to communicate during the casting process. I then had to have a bunch of hardcopies made as well. This cost me $300.

So, this hair cut ended up costing me…drum roll please…$1,085. I shrieked when I calculated my grand total. No wonder I hadn’t drastically changed my hair in so long. I think I’m going to stick with this style for another 5 years!

Join Nontourage as they hit the road once again. In their continued efforts to find where the entertainment industry's up & coming artists gather, the girls find themselves in Austin, Texas for SXSW. Follow Sarah and Julie as they travel around Austin to discover what the Texas state capitol and SXSW is really all about. So, pack your bags, grab your cowboy boots, and as always enjoy the SHOW!!!
 

 

Day seven!! Whoo!!! We made it! In this final vlog for videoblogging week 2007, Sandy reveals what really goes on backstage at the musical "Jersey Boys." And now without further ado enjoy the SHOW!!!