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 Goldie Chan has recently begun shooting her autobiographical comedic webseries entitled "Otaku" with several other projects in the works (both on the casting and producing end). Two shorts and a feature she has performed in have made it to film festivals (notably Frameline festival for "Never The Bride") and she is waiting to hear back about several others as well. Goldie was also cast for a short film "KnuckleBerry" with Jacob Rangel that was in the competition to go to Cannes. "I got cast off Casting Connection!!. And I use you guys for when I cast my own shorts and features. :)" |
| Mackenzie Firgens is having an excellent year so far. She just wrapped the starring role in "The Untitled Martin Rosenberg Project" directed by Martin Rosenberg (Terminator Salvation, Saving Private Ryan) which shot on location in Ione Sacramento in Preston Castle. And her latest film "The Violent Kind," which premiered at Sundance was just screened at SF Intl. "Firgens gives a screen-melting, star-making performance" --KQED. Plus she just booked a McDonald's commercial. "Things are going really well! I'm so grateful for the great start I got in the Bay Area and so joyful that I keep getting cast in the city!" |  |
 | David Fine won Best Actor at Hollywood Shockfest and Best Breakout Performance for a Horror Killer at the Haunted Horror Int'l Film Fest in Georgia. David also had a hard edged cameo in "The Violent Kind." Which is screening now at Sundance and was directed by the Butcher Brothers, Mitchell Altieri and Phil Flores. David has multiple SAG Horror Films and Psyche Thrillers in development. "Subscribe to Casting Connection. It'll connect your dots!"
You can see his filmography growing at http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0006718/
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| "Hey Molly,I just wanted to thank you for your awesome network and website! Since June, I have landed a lead role and two supporting roles in 3 films that I submitted to from Casting Connection. Having the directors' email address in the listing helps me because they get to know me personally, in addition to my headshot and resume. Thanks for your advice and awesome talk shows!-Rey Taira |  |
 | Micci Toliver wrapped a "guest star" role on Delphine Suter's indie short, "Easy Made Hard." Micci also worked on the supporting role in Tim Gregory's "Political Animals" which premiered 10/17. He's currently in rehearsal for the supporting role in Cooper Glosenger's "Guerilla Wil," which is set to shoot in mid-November. And to keep his acting chops up and the steady cash coming in Micci also works in the UCSF Standardized Patient Program. Well done Micci! Keep up the good work! |
| Julie Masterson was the lead in the short "Impulsion" which screened at the Victoria Theatre earlier this month. "I really appreciate Casting Connection!" |  |
 | Nick Fargo writes, "Thanks to Casting Connection, I have been cast in 4 films. I have and will continue to recommend your service to my fellow actors. Thanks again." |
| Ian McCamey found Muniyra Franklin and Lauren Fletcher through CC for a spec spot |  |
 | David Fine has been shooting on location and has done several projects since his last update: Keri Lurtz' "Lost Angels" shot in West Palm Beach Florida; "American Disciples" shot in Salem Oregon: he was the male lead in "Stricken;" and played an ER malingerer in the pilot of SF new series, "Trauma." David is booked on two more dark genre films and is attached on several more. His supporting role in "Sensored" premieres at the Sacramento Film and Music Festival's opening night on 7/24 and his co-lead role in "Dog" will be an opening night film in the Biggest Horror Festival in the UK: Gorezone's Weekend of Horror on Halloween eve. For more about David, view his filmography."Casting Connection is instrumental for seeking roles in the Bay Area and Beyond." |
| JT Smash just recently shot on Ray Arthur Wang's film, "The Profile." And he landed a day player role in the feature film, "Power and Pride" starring Stephen Baldwin. Thank you for all you do! |  |
 | Kari Wishingrad has had a busy 2009 so far. She shot the short film "The Italian Women's Club" written and directed by Tony Knott, recently wrapped a lead role in "Expect Murder," and a supporting role in "Collapse" a film by Rob Nilsson. She is currently shooting a supporting role in the feature "Fell" directed by Christopher Rusin. Kari will appear in the fall on two episodes of "Almost Got Away With It" for the Discovery Channel. On the Voice Over front, Kari recorded a introduction on the website for JCC Alliance Network."Molly, thanks for your continued support to Bay Area actors and for keeping CC new and fresh. I am enjoying your radio shows." |
"Through your site, where I posted an audition for my project, I found the 4 wonderful actors of my short film "SAFETY NET." Jennifer Pauly, Cole Panther, Judith Reuter and Eric Andersen. All of them proved to be excellent performers and collaborators. "Safety Net" is in the last stages of post-production and I thank you very much for your contribution to my project!"
Sincerely, Eirini Steirou, MFA in Cinema, SFSU
Fulbright Exchange Scholar (Greece)
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 | "Thank You! Because of Casting Connection I was able to audition Michael Ward who became The Beekeeper, in my short film." states director, Sean J.S. Jourdan. We took the film to Cannes last year as a work in progress and it's now being distributed by the largest short film distributer in the world - Shorts International. In the short term, they're putting it on cable in Europe and it should be on itunes, available for downloadable purchase, in the not too distant future. |
Micci Toliver has just wrapped a guest starring role in the indie film, "Political Animals," shot in downtown San Francisco. "Thanks for all the great opportunities CC."
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 | David Fine recently completed roles on Josh Harris' feature "No Ambition" and Isaac Escobedo's "Streets" opposite Jazzie Mahannah of "Donnie Darko." David also completed a SAG Short entitled "My Muddled Me," and is attached on 5 or 10 SAG features around the country. Check David out on IMDB to see
some of the other projects he's got cooking. "Casting Connection is indispensable for maximizing Bay Area film acting opportunities." |
| Vonn Scott Bair recently wrapped the principal role of Ted Cole for Mirror Image Entertainment's feature film "Table for Six,' directed by Nathan and Tyler Hanley. |  |
 | Yeena Fisher's career has been on the rise: She landed supporting roles in George Anton's feature film, "American Style;" Vinny Dellay's feature film, "Good Bye Cruel World;" Josh Harris's SAG feature film, "No Ambition;" Mel Thompson's feature film, "Captive Audience;" and Tyler and Nathan Henley's feature film, "Table For Six." Yeena has also played role of Paprazzi in feature film, "Vardell Duseldorfer" and new show of "American Idol" which aired on Thanksgiving day. Lastly, Yeena has also been cast in a lead role in Fred Johnson's TV show, "Rah." Way to go Yeena!
"Casting Connection is an incredibly valuable resource for actors in the Bay Area Film Industry. Many directors have found me on castingconnection." |
| Jennie Floyd is proud to share some recent acting successes. She shot the supporting role (an alcoholic mother) in the pilot-series, ìLeft Foot, Right Foot," set to premier this month. She also shot a graduate thesis, "How We See." Jennie landed the lead in Alejandro Adams' ("All Around the Bay") new feature, "Child of God,î and is wrapping in LA on the internet-series spoof "Whorified! The Search for America's Next Top Whore," in which she plays a sweet, Midwestern housewife who thinks it's all "neat" and "fun.î Plans for next year include: a Sci-Fi project for the Academy of Art and a supporting role in Othello with the Revolutionary Theatre. Keep up the great work Jennie! |  |
 | Jennifer Jajeh has been hard at work. She recently returned from New York City where she performed her solo show "I Heart Hamas: And Other Things I'm Afraid to Tell You" as part of the 12th annual New York International Fringe Festival. She wrapped filming on Amir Jaffer's feature "Under One Sun" earlier this summer, and just landed a lead role in Reid Gershbein's new feature shooting this Fall. |
Diane Karagienakos would like to thank the cast (Katarina Fabic, Robert Anthony Peters, Duane Schirmer, and Colin Stuart) and crew ( Director, Kathryn Wood; Tech Director, Dan Gomes; and Stage Manager: Cara Newman) of her show, "ITISWHATITIS," which premiered at the SF Fringe Festival.
"It was a very personal project for me to write. And the impact it had on me, and total strangers, was immense. I'd like to thank the cast and crew for honoring something so dear and precious to me. I wish I had a million dollars to give each and every one of them for their contribution. Cheers, all! Diane Karagienakos. |  |
 | Robert Anthony Peters is currently appearing in "It Is What It Is" at the San Francisco Fringe Festival. His most recent DVD release is "Wasted," screened at Tribeca under the title "Farewell Bender." Another film, "Isolated" is currently available via video on demand in the UK, while the short, "Back Issues" continues to be a comic convention hit and was most recently a rousing success in Toronto. Lastly, "Harrison Montgomery" will be the closing night film for the 2008 Santa Monica International Film Festival.
"Molly Craft and Casting Connection have been vital to the success of my career. I always recommend CC as an invaluable resource to actors and directors alike."
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David Fine shot the role of Baranski on "Burn Notice" on location in Miami Beach and also played the role of Jerry Weir(d) in Ray Kurzweil's docudrama "Singularity is Near." David also completed a role in Josh Harris SAG feature "No Ambition." 'David's 40-min short that is a work in progress feature, entitled "The Red Door," by sundance vet Jason Bognacki, screens at the LA Downtown Film Festival at the Laemmle Grande on Figueroa St. on August 16 and his 40-minute short "The Strange Case of Salman Abd Al Haqq" screens in August at well at the Action on Film Festival in Pasadena. "I find Casting Connection to be an indispensable tool in the pursuit of SAG film roles in the bay area" |  |
 | Lin Shukla had two projects screen at festivals and both were booked through Casting Connection! "Harrison Montgomery," starring Martin Landau was shown at HBO's N.Y. Int'l Latino Film Festival. Lin also co-stars in "Like Lightning," which was featured at the Action-On-Film (AOF) Int'l Film Festival in Pasadena."Like Lightning's" director, Darwin Meiners first found Lin through Casting Connection and has additionally cast her in his feature "Fairfield, Idaho," which was nominated for two awards at the AOF Fest last year."Casting Connection has absolutely been my primary source of work over the last few years. It's led me to so many jobs, one of which got me into SAG! A fantastic service for those who are just starting and need as much experience and credits as possible. I check it frequently every day. In fact, whenever I open my internet browser, the homepage is set to CastingConnection.com!" |
Congratulations to Mackenzie Firgens!She just wrapped three projects: An action film called "Break" with Michael Madsen ("Kill Bill 1&2"); a comedy with Louis Mandalyor ("My Big Fat Greek Wedding") and the legendary Mickey Rooney, now in post-production; and she also just wrapped a pilot called "Humanzee" for XBOX directed by James Gunn ("Slither"). Brava Mackenzie!!
"Break" is screening at Action on Film Int'l Film Festival Tuesday, July 29th @ 6pm and at West Hollywood Int'l Film Festival Thursday, July 31st @ 7pm.
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 | Sam Roemer recently played the role of Greg in HP Mendoza's latest film called "Fruit Fly." "It's a musical so you will see us dancing and singing and having a blast. It's by far the best role I have played to date." Look for it in theaters later this year. Sam is also performing in a hip hop dance show called Mission in the Mix produced by local choreographer, Micaya on June 27-29 at Dance Mission Theater in San Francisco. "If you like dance, you will love this show! I am really inspired lately. Thank you CC for all your support." |
Writer/Director Rory Dean's film "Once Beautiful Past" is currently in festival submission and screened at the 2nd annual Rainier film festival on May 3rd, 2008. I can't say enough positive things about your site and services. I feel fortunate that I found you very early on in our casting process and received so many wonderful responses. The majority of our cast was hired from your service! Thanks again for everything."
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| Yeena Fisher's career has been working hard. She has landed lead roles in two feature films, Amir Jaffer's "Under one Sun" & Amir Rajporker's "One Way Out" and has been featured in Gus Van Sant's "Milk" and Peter Bratt's "Mission St. Rhapsody." Yeena was also in a historical film, "Crucifixion," which aired last March. "Results May Vary," a short film in which she played the role of Maria, was accepted at Santa Cruz Film Festival. "Casting Connection is an incredibly valuable resource for actors at all stages of their careers." |  |
 | David Fine keeps on kickin' with a high credit role in the film "Sensored" starring Robert Picardo of Star Trek Voyager. Fine also recently wrapped on a film shot in Sarasota Florida called "The Message," his second film in six months opposite horror starlet Erica Leerhsen ("Blair Witch II" and "Wrong Turn II") David also did a SAG vo spot for "Wellpoint." His role opposite Ed Harris can be seen at the SF Film Festival premiere of the Miller Brother's "Touching Home" on April 26th. |
Jeffrey Weissman co-stars in the ìChristopher Guestî style mocu-mentary, ìcorkedî, which is having itís world premiere at the Sonoma Valley Film Festival April 11th & 12th. Jeffrey got the audition for the role of Jerry Hannon in ìcorkedî through Casting Connection. The directors cast him sighting his abilities as an actor and improviser, much later they found out about roles he played previously; Clint Eastwoodís ìPale Riderî, George Millerís episode of ìTwilight Zone the Movieî, and Robert Zemeckis cast him to play the iconic role of ìGeorge McFlyî in the two sequels to ìBack to the Futureî. Among other auditons landed on Casting Connection, Jeffrey appears in "Car Babes" due on DVD later this year, and co-stars in "Night Fliers" which is in post. He also teaches film technique to local talent.
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 | Micci Toliver just wrapped a supporting lead role on an indie character-driven thriller, shot in LA. (title TBA) "Thanks CC."
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Maya Mahrer just landed a lead in a sci-fi feature film, "The Confined." "This is my first "big" film and I am very excited -- pay and everything. Will the aliens get me or not? Stay tuned!! We will be shooting in the Sacramento area in April for one month. Big, big fun! Break your faces, everyone!"
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 | Karl-Heinz Teuber's latest movie " Bottle Shock" played at the Sundance Film Festival last week! "I play a German tourist, and have a great scene with Alan Rickman and Chris Pine. This is precisely what CC is all about! Way to go Karl-Heinz!! |
| Yeena Fisher's career has been on the rise. She landed lead roles in: Hillary Parrish's, "Truely Wonderful Mind of a Child;" Kelly Weaver's, "Cartel Branded;" Joshua Chen's "American Beauty;" Diane Vallencillo's "Rituals;" Tom Galt's feature film, "Casting 4-21;" Raymond Dussault's "Deer Season;" and Sundance sweetheart, Randall Miller's "Bottle Shock." Yeena also worked on Rob Nilsson's "Presque Isle;" and Tytus Bergstrom's "A Nerd is the Word." "Casting Connection is an incredibly valuable resource for actors and casting directors." |  |
 | Kurt Yaegeris set to appear as a guest star on in episode "article 32" on CBS' "Without A Trace" which will air this month. He also returned from LA where he finished filming Les Lyskov's new film "The Rat." Kurt has been cast in three films; "The Corporation;" "The Gift;" and "Hell Patrol." In addition to film work he will be featured in the February 08 issue of Ride Magazine, a BMX / X-games magazine. Kurt has recently become represented both in Los Angeles and San Francisco. "I would suggest everyone looking at this page to use this resource to it's full potential, it will pay off. Thanks CC." |
| Vonn Scott Bair most recently appeared in the short films "Under the Rug" and "On The Assassination Of The President," which was selected for presentation at Sundance and will be available for purchase and download at iTunes in 2008. Vonn also just wrapped a role in the feature film "Canary." "All three directors obtained Vonn's headshot, resume and contact information from Casting Connection." |  |
 | Samantha Sadoffís dream of being in a feature film became a reality last fall as she was cast in Jade-Jenise Dixon's , upcoming independent feature film, "Truth Hall." She continues to be busy booking commercials, most recently landing a Toyota commercial for the 2008 Highlander, as well as doing print work for both Macy's and Mervyn's. Samantha was also cast as an extra in Ben Stillerís upcoming film, "Tropic Thunder, out in July. "The best part about acting is meeting new people and trying new things. Thanks Casting Connection!" |
| David Fine just finished a slew of new film roles around the country. He played the 3rd credited role in the horror film "Dog" outside of Detroit. He also just completed the horror film "Lonely Joe" as the title character in Syracuse New York opposite Erica Leehrsen from >/b>"Wrong Turn 2" and finally David did a turn in the Charlie Murphy comedy "The Hustle" in Sacramento California. David also lucked out and shot an international SAG commercial for Pepsi's new AMP soda campaign. "Casting Connection is an absolutely indispensable tool in a strategic approach to the Bay Area film market. I could not do without it" |  |
 | Jennie Floyd has been busy. She recently worked on Sharon Miller's "Birds and Bees" where she played one of the leads and booked a role on an indie short called "Twine." Jennie also has three feature films which were released this fall: "Divine Unrest;" "Duke's Cafe;" and Barry Levinson's latest film starring Robert Deniro and Sean Penn entitled, "What Just Happened?." Jennie was cast personally by Mr.Levinson for this film about the Cannes Film Festival because he liked her look. She is featured in the red carpet scenes as a "Catherine Deneuve" type. Jennie also just filmed a sitcom pilot, "Natural Causes." "I have been acting for six years and working in LA since 2005, dividing my time between SF and LA, it is finally starting to pay off because I now have great material for my reel. I'm so glad i joined Casting Connection.
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Hector Bustamantewas seen last month on NBC's "HEROES' While in the Bay Area, Hector worked very diligently on his craft by acting in plays, independent films and commercials. He also took classes under Nancy Berwid, who invited him to a workshop that eventually made way for a role on CBS' "The Agency" as the head of the Colombian police. A role on "NYPD Blue," one of his favorite shows, soon followed. After signing with a Los Angeles talent agent, Hector made his official move to Los Angeles in 2003 and continued landing co-star and guest starring roles on critically acclaimed shows like "The Shield," "24," "Heroes," and "Las Vegas," as well as major roles in such films as "Hostage" opposite Bruce Willis and "SueÒo," in which he starred with John Leguizamo.
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 | Micci Toliver played the lead in three shorts; completed an industrial for Cisco Systems and is currently shooting a scene in the San Francisco feature, Moonlight Sonata. All of these projects were posted on Casting Connection this year. Casting Connection is a great resource for actors and filmmakers alike. |
| Austin Scott, III was cast in a lead role (Jonathon) in "Tales of a Mathlete" directed by Ryan Thomas from SF School of Digital Film. "Thank you Casting Connection. My son has gotten several auditions and a recent short film through you!" |  |
 | Sterling Greene just finished an industrial. "The casting director found me on your site.
It paid pretty well.: ) Thanks Team Casting Connection!!
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| Emmy Farese has had an amazing year transitioning from stage to screen! Thanks to Casting Connection, 9 year-old Emmy can be seen as a birthday party guest in the upcoming Indie feature film, "Harrison Montgomery" directed by Daniel Davila, and starring Martin Landau.Emmy was also featured in four advertising student commercials from the Academy of Art University. Along with her Mom, Susan Farese, Emmy is also a featured extra in upcoming world-wide release of"The Kite Runner,"directed by Marc Forster. The mother-daughter acting duo also appear in the short upcoming film ìThe War Prayer," which stars Jeremy Sisto. Susan Farese has also filmed two episodes of ìThe Worldís Most Astonishing Newsî with Duo Communications and an upcoming Ebay Webisode by Smugglersite." "Casting Connection is an incredibly valuable resource for casting notices and an avenue for networking and support. Thank you Molly!" |  |
 | David Fine has been on a run of SAGindies. He played the Strip Club manager in the feature "Elise" and a character called Buzz Cockell in Sam Burbank's "The Crate" Then David was flown down to LA repeatedly for filming the male lead in Loma Lynda's dark, violent, erotic feature. "The Red Door" opposite Argentine beauty Estefania Iglesias. David has also recently enjoyed supporting roles on Cineasta Prods'
"Etienne", Alex Alamul's "First Child" and Devon Nigel Reed's "Big Top" as well being flown to Chicago for a heavy dramatic role on Robin Christian Peters' dreamscape cinema's "Orphan." "Now that's one busy actor!" |
| ""I am so glad to be part of the Casting Connection community. It has opened multiple doors of opportunities for me in just a few months. " Yeena Fisher landed the lead role in "Dress for Wedding," which screened in the Colorado Asian Film Festival, Queens International Film Festival, Fremont Film Festival and will be shown in the upcoming Paddy's Film Festival. Yeena was also played lead roles in the following: Chris Traub's "Zenda;" Joan Bazar's "Goodbye Again; "Nick Becker's "Conversion of Saul;" Curtis Grout's "It will come soon;" Jernimo Arellano's "Chindogu;" Tammy Wood's "Pravus;", Rob Rex's "Results May Vary ;"and most recently "Ahriman." "Casting Connection is the best audition site. " |  |
 | John Steen made his stage debut on July 20th in "Eavesdropper,"LA's longest running play which recently made it's way to SF. Earlier this year John made his screen debut at the Hollywood Film Festival in Dag Shapshak's short film, "Seller's Remorse." John has also been studying the Meisner Technique with Jim Jarrett, which he reports has changed his career and life. "Thank you Casting Connection for being available to the many talented actors in the SF Bay Area. You are the leading online audition site." |
| Writer, director and actor, Stephanie Carwin proudly announces the West Coast premeir of her short film,"Indiscreet." Starring Carwin and Giovannie Pico, with a cameo appearance by Vincent Riverside of "Groove" fame, "Indiscreet"has enjoyed screenings in New York and London and will screen at the Wine Country Film Festival on Saturday August 4th. "Come on out & support a local filmmaker/actor!" |  |
 | "I just wanted to drop you guys a quick note to thank you for all you do for actors in the Bay Area. Eric Reid has been using the service for over a year now and has gotten six lead roles in that time. "Most recently I've been cast in "Poptart" and "The End of Face".
Thanks for being a valuable asset to those actors looking for serious work. |
Tonya Foster's "Knocked Up" was accepted in the Short Film Corner at the Cannes Film Festivaland is being screened in a three episode short film format. "This film was shot in SF with actors from the Shari Carlson Studio, and with local original music." Sina Eiden plays the lead in one of the shorts.
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 | THE SAN FRANCISCO SAG/AFTRA CONSERVATORY proudly presents The Young Performers Program Saturday, June 2, 2007, 10-2pm. This event is intended for young performers and their parents or guardians. Attendees will receive a copy of the new SAG Young Performers Handbook. Panel includes: Marla Dell, Marla Dell Talent; Bonnie Katz, Studio Teacher; Nancy Hayes, Nancy Hayes Casting; and Angela Hummel, AFTRA-SAG Federal Credit Union. There is no charge for this event. Limited seating. RSVP as soon as possible to the San Francisco AFTRA/SAG office by phone to (415) 391-7510, or email the office directly. Tell 'em Casting Connection sent ya! |
| Mabel Valdiviezo of Haiku Films has wonderful news to share!"Soledad is gone Forever" has been invited to participate in the Short Film Corner Cannes International Film Market in May 2007.We hope to make a good impression at Cannes and movetowards making the feature version. Thank you Casting Connection for your wonderful support with this project that is very close to our heart." |  |
 | William Martin's Casting Connection profile was seen by a casting director who was doing research late at night. As a result he ended up booking his first green screen commerical. "I love the fact that with Casting Connection I can be pounding the pavement even when I'm asleep."
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| Araceli Gonzalez has landed many great roles. Which include roles in the indie feature "Eve,"and several short films such as: "Diez," "Soledad is Gone Forever" and "Jack Daniels." Most recently Araceli was casted as Jane (age 8) in "Sister Jane Comes in Colors," directed by Marli Schachmeister. "Without Casting Connection, Araceli would have never gotten so many wonderful experiences!! Thanks Casting Connection. We truly appreciate everything you do." Angelika - mother of Araceli Gonzalez |  |
 | Kari Wishingrad's career is on the rise. Since last summer she has completed a variety of interesting supporting roles in the feature films: "Generation Now;" "Curse of the Smoke O' Lantern;" "Phoenix Rising" "Twine;" "Support;" "Hell House;" and "Teachings of the Disgusting and Awful." Kari was also cast as the chambermaid to Elizabeth Bathory in "Vampire Secrets"which aired nationally on the History Channel during the Halloween season.She recently did voice over work for a PBS animation show, "Everything Obsolete," has been cast in the feature, "Elise" to be shot in April, and is currently working on some book narration for Gold Miracle Prods. in LA and for chiroschool.comThank you Molly, for a wonderful service. Casting Connection is a vital tool, helping to fulfill our dreams and career goals." |
| In the past few months, Josephine Zeitlin has scored auditions for movie of the week (MOW), "Inspector Mom," and the episodic "Cold Case." She's also read for a Philip-Seymour Hoffman film ("The Savages,") and a Farrelly Brothers' production. In addition, she was called in for "Privileged," and asked to put an audition on tape for "Life is Hot in Cracktown," starring Ileana Douglas. Even though I am now SAG, Casting Connection is worth it for that occasional SAG film. Thanks for your continuing dedication, Molly!!" |  |
 | San Jose filmmaker Shawn Flanagan Sr. of www.almadenfilms.com sets his sights on the small, small screen with "Klownz", a new 3-4 minute show set to broadcast at www.tvtakeout.com in January. The goal is to reach a target audience on most hand held devices. Co producers on this project are actor Anthony Santucci, and filmmaker Simon Sommerfeld Other actors in the pilot are Jack Stahl, Patrick Donahue, Diane Merlino and Vernon Nellis. All the best for everyone in 2007! |
| David Fine just completed filming a climactic supporting role opposite Academy Award nominee Ed Harris in the Miller Brothers Kodak Award-supported production of the feature film "Winston" with Robert Forster and Brad Dourif and the Miller Brothers as themselves. David also just played the role of Snoose in Rob Nilsson's "Presque Isle" and the role of Crane in James Savoca's "Around June." David Fine's scene opposite Will Smith from "The Pursuit of Happyness" aired in part on the 79th Academy Awards a few weeks ago "Thanks again Casting Connection for aiding me in the search for diverse and exciting roles" |  |
 | Sharise Parviz just finished filming "The Crow: PurgatoryII " where she stars as the anti-Christ, filmed two commercials in the past month for Hula Bean Coffee and Gold's Gym, and will be starring in a new spy thriller called "Ahriman." Look for two of her films coming out on DVD soon: You'll see her as Calypsy in "Curse of the Smoke O Lantern" and Veronica in "Kill Jane Doe" which appeared recently on "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno!" I have been working non-stop since joining Casting Connection a year ago. I am extremely thankful for all the opportunities and look forward to many more!! |
| Noel Olken is pleased to announce that an indie feature film he did this summer in Los Angeles, "Phantom Love,",has been selected to premiere at The Sundance Film Festival 2007, in the New Frontiers section. Now that's a success story!! Way to go Noel. Have fun in Utah." |  |
 | Rocky LaRochelle played Ralph, the Motel Manager opposite Will Smith in the major motion picture, "Pursuit of Happyness." "Congratulations Rocky!! |
| Actor, writer, director Mike Rose is currently in pre-production for his own feature film, "What Lies Before The Truth," and he is also rehearsing for a lead role in the feature film "Death By Corporation." Previously Mike starred in several short films, played Sebastian in Shakespeare's "The Tempest" and was an undercover agent in the soon-to-be-released feature "Revolution Summer." "Casting Connection continues to provide me with excellent acting opportunities as well as actors for my own films." Mike"s website is madlynxfilms.com |  |
 | Shawn Michael Flanagan just landed a small part in the film "Sister Jane Comes in Colors," a film by Marli Schoessler. "Thank you Casting Connection!!" |
| Actress, Producer & SF Indieclub Leader, Glorinda Marie is the special guest on radio show "In the Can," a radio show about indie film & filmmakers. She also played the 'Tour Guide' aboard the mysterious vessel in "Carrier," which was nominated for 'Best Feature Film' plus 'Best Cinematography at the FAIF Film Festival in LA and plays kinky 'Maggie' in the upcoming feature film, "Faith." which stars Lucy Chambers & Josh Kornbluthn in a very dark comedy. Glorinda was also in the Hallmark feature entitled,"The Christmas Card" which will air December 2, 2006 at 9pm. |  |
 | David Fine played the role of Joe in the SAG Indie "Little Bruno."and the role of Sheriff Dale Masters in the SAG Indie "Blood Loss" David also just finished playing the co-lead role of CIA agent Robert Dixon in the 35 minute SAG short, The Strange Case of Salman Abdul Haqq." |
| "When I started acting, about four years ago, I never thought that I'd come so far in such short time, " states Doug Eckerdt. " I have done two student films and three features this year and that has put me in talks with a major Asian production company. and one here in the US. If all goes well I'll be in Cambodia for four months making major money! Thank you Casting Connection for providing the support to help me make a substantial career." Doug's words of wisdom: There are no roles. |  |
 | "Three years ago I posted a casting on CC looking for actors for my short film, "Oasis." From that listing I casted three lead actors, and two supporting actors." Hollie Lemarr, of Next Exit Films reports that in 2003 she shot and edited a 30-minute film, which unfortunately, wasn't accepted into any of the festivals submitted. After years of frustration she decided to see the project through. So, she cut it down to five minutes and submitted it to the 17th Annual Honolulu Rainbow Film Festival. After being accepted and included in the 19 shorts shown, "Oasis" was nominated for best short. "Getting my project accepted and getting a nomination, gave everyone involved in the film the confidence and encouragement to persure more festivals and more projects. In the last eight years I've had various 'roles' in the industry and I have always remembered how valuable Casting Connection has been for me. And now I can say it has truly been a gem! "
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Taya Asimos most recently booked a co-starring role on a comedy pilot called, "The Littlest Panther," which is being launched by Turner Broadcasting Systems next month. "Thank you Casting Connection. It was through your service that I booked my first acting jobs, and later down the road due to that experience, I signed on with Stars, the Agency. I am currently traveling back and forth from San Francisco to Los Angeles for auditions and projects. Thank you Molly for giving me that first step to take charge of my career.You are greatly appreciated!"
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 | AnnieScott Rogers is currently working on the fourth of four films since the middle of June. "It seems to be a roll of witchy characters: the matriarch of a family of cannibals; an old hag; a witch; and a nurse halfway between life and death. Casting Connection helps me keep my acting chops.." |
| Welcome Joan Saunders!The day after I signed up on Casting Connection I sent my headshot to one of the casting notices. With in two hours I got an email from the producer and the director. I auditioned on Saturday and I got the female lead. This site is great! Thank you so much. |  |
 | Lots of good stuff happening for Mike Rose (http://www.madlynxfilms.com). After starring in several short films including "The Thief," "The Hunt," "The Mark," "The Fall of Morning" and "Barn Healer" he landed a role in the feature film "Revolution Summer" and the lead role in a new feature which has support from Amnesty International. "In the one year since I joined Casting Connection I have booked many exciting short films, a play for the SF Fringe Festival and roles in two amazing feature films. Out of all the online casting websites, Casting Connection has by far helped me the most. It has been instrumental not only to my success as an actor, but as a director too."
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| Karen Hager just finished shooting the role of wacky but well-meaning Judy Templeton in ""Our Feature Presentation," directed by MTV's Gardner Loulan. Next up, she's playing the wise school counselor in "Miriam Schalit's "Phoenix Rising." You can still catch her on TV in the long-running ""Bad Plumbers" spot for Cabrillo Plumbing. And this fall, she'll film a supporting role in "Blake C. Aaren's "Leering at the Queen." Without Casting Connection, I wouldn't have found any of these jobs! I almost have more work than I can handle, and I can't thank you enough for the career boost. |  |
 | Julie Masterson was recently cast as a supporting role in "I Love Rockets", a Romy Itzigsohn film. Julie has played principle roles in the shorts "American Grass", featured on Video i on PBS and "Elizabeth's Hope", a Parable Images film. Recently she has become the voice of iSixSigma Magazine Podcasts, which are being produced every other month." Thanks so much for your help, and your great service.
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| Since joining Casting Connection, Sharise Parviz has worked on seven film projects- all great roles. The opportunities are really pouring in and I am so grateful. Thank you so much! |  |
 | A CC get-together, held at Amnesia, found Casting Connection's Molly Craft, Cynthia Burgess & Scott Ragle conspiring at the bar! Don't miss the next gathering, check this space for details. |
| Congratulations to new member, Damir Vranjes!! "In less than one week since joining Casting Connection I landed a role for the independent film "The Joke Gone Too Far." Being an experienced professional actor, I know you can't depend on your agent to get all your work for you. Casting Connection is the best online site that I have ever used." |  |
 | William Martin just got back from two months of observing animals on a Florida game preserve where he absorbed the movements and expressions of Tigers, Wolves, Lemurs, Lynx and 150 other creatures into his acting instrument and plans to use them in future acting roles. "Casting Connection has been a great way for me to immediately get reconnected now that I am back in town. I just clicked in a few days ago and already have four auditions and a two roles at Academy of Art projects. Last weekend I was at the airport toteing baggage, this weekend, one week later, I'm filming. Thanks once again to Casting Connection." |
Jeffrey Weissman (http://www.jeffreyweissman.com) has been using Casting Connection to get his versatile talent cast in local productions that used SAG contracts; "Slapdash", "Corked", "Return to Sender", "Night Fliers", "Hat's Off", "Christ Throws A Party", and "Car Babes". Jeffrey has co-starred in several major motion pictures (www.imdb.com/name/nm0919299) and he's found happiness acting and teaching film technique in the Bay Area.
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 | Last year was a very good year for Stephen Pawley (www.stephenpawley.com) Over the past several months he had the initial screenings for four completed features(!) which are working their way onto the festival circuit: "Slapdash " (aka "Weed"), "Carrier," "Come Fly With Me Nude" and "The Last Agent." This past September Stephen joined the Screen Actors Guild and in November booked a major print ad. "I began pursuing film work a couple of years ago and your service has been very instrumental in helping me to achieve my goals! Looking forward to a very successful 2006 for myself and Casting Connection. Your success helps all of us!"
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| Josephine Zeitlin scored a supporting lead role in the SAG film , "High Desert" which is planning to film with name lead actors, in the Mojave Desert soon. "I originally saw this listing on your site, and I have to thank you in part, for my big break." |  |
 | Haiku Film's project "Soledad Is Gone Forever" with it's buzz circulating about the film got Mabel Valdiviezo invited to submit her script and participate in this year's Squaw Valley Screenwriting Workshop. Her screenplay garnered even more interest among industry experts during the workshop.
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David Fine played the role of Rodney/large guy opposite Will Smith in the Sony feature "The Pursuit of Happyness". David also played the role of John Summers in "Nightfliers" and the role of the christian right gun dealer in "Revolution Summer". |  |
 | Since joining Casting Connection a year ago David Keller (www.davidscottkeller.com) has worked on the following films: Voyeur Arrears Colma;The Musical Vallley of the Hearts Delight;Revolution Summer;and Love in the Time of Cocaine. "I just wanted to pay my respects for bridging the gap between us self-representing non-union actors and the Union folks. I have not just been an extra here and there; I had a starring role in a feature and the rest were strong supporting roles. Thank you to everyone involved and to all who made them so rewarding and memorable for me." |
Michael Platt will appear in a lead role in the "History Channel's" episode "Verner Von Braun: The V-2 and attack on London." It will air nationally on the "History Channel" on Sept. 20th and will then be shown in Europe, South Africa, Asia and Japan. "I play the real Werner Von Braun; rocket scientist and the genius of the moon program. Never before has he been seen in film, television and very few books. Thank you Casting Connection!!" |  |
 | Christine Rose Allen is currently working on Dinner Party, an Amerigo Film production (www.amerigofilm.com)
directed by Luca Costa.
She has already been working on two independent films this year: Arrears directed by Michael Hilton and The Lost Weekend directed by Yolanda Soler.
"Thank you, Casting Connection, for making this possible." |
Casting Connection is not only doing film, we also provide service for the theater community. Eric Barry from Punch Theatre (www.punchtheatre.com) found Jay Kerzner on Casting Connection.
"I found another great talent from CC."
Punch Theatre's next show, Dark Horse, Indiana is a social satire about a closeted heterosexual, and will be premiering at the 2005 Edinburgh Fringe Festival. |  |
 | AnnieScott Rogers has wrapped The Marthas, Broken Arrows and St Valentine's Day Special, and is in the process of completing filming of A Secret Place, The Dinner Party, Faith, and Indignation. "Thanks Casting Connection for being instrumental in getting me the information about the auditions." |
| Josephine Zeitlin recently completed filming Shawn Flanagan's SAG film, A Secret Place. She also has a principal role in Ann P. Meredith's Special. And, most recently, she was signed by a Beverly Hills agent. |  |
 | Leah Elise Bailey joined Casting Connection in November and has already been cast in the two short films Shudder and Murder, and in the feature SAG experimental film Busgirl.
"Thank you, Casting Connection, for all that you do to help and support the acting community."
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Belinda Bentley landed a role on E! Entertainment Television's Hypno-Talk.
"I got 2 jobs with Casting Connection, and now I am moving to LA, I am getting the bigger roles now. Thank you, Casting Connection, I have already referred 10 people to you." |  |
 | Isaac Benjamin has a lead in the movie Between Places, coming out soon.
"It's been about a month since I posted my information [on Casting Connection], and I already got two jobs from it. Both are paying jobs. So...I wanted to say thank you for making it possible for people like me to be able to get jobs without an agent." |
| David Fine just completed his role as the rangerover bum on the film version of Rent directed by Chris Columbus. David also just wrapped his part as the inbred hick in the film Seventy Five featuring Rutger Hauer amongst others. David will be playing a disturbing role in the psycho thriller Isolated in the Sierra Foothills later this month. |  |
 | William Martin was cast in the Bogart role in a scene from "The Big Sleep," the Kevin Spacey role for a scene from "American Beauty," the Sean Penn part in "The Game," the Dustin Hoffman part in "Kramer vs Kramer,"and the Johnny Dep role in a scene from "Ed Wood." In addition he got cast in the feature film "Inside," as the lead in the sci fi short, "Neandrathal," and as a homeless man in the short "The Rift.""All from the last six weeks! It's been a wild ride. I'd put up a monument to Casting Connection in my backyard if I had a back yard." |
| Check out Juana Samayoa's film singing debut in the trailer for her latest feature "Between Places" in which she plays a nosey landlady. http:/www.betweenplacesmovie.com. Her other feature, "Mission Movie" just won two more awards: Best Feature at the SFSU's Women's Festival; and the Viewer's Choiceat Cinequest. She also just wrapped on a scene from "Requiem for a Dream" and sang in the original musical "Girl's Nite In". "I love your site ! It's been great going on all these auditions and booking these incredible roles -which means I have good stuff for my reel. |  |
 | An SFSU student director contacted Marika Casteel through Casting Connection and they are shooting a scene for his class at the end of this month. "He is very talented. I also booked 3 other indy projects through your site.Thanks for this most excellent resource! |
Jackie Honea was cast as Mrs Hamilton in the film the "The Hamilton's." I submitted thru Casting Connection and just wanted to say thank you for your fabulous site!!
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 | Vonn Scott Bair recently co-starred in a commercial for Expressions College of Art which aired on KTVU; starred in a spec ad for the SF Ballet; and booked jobs with Udachi Studios and Phil Tippett.His one-act play Allegro Passionato was selected for presentation at the Last Frontier Theater Conference, and the stage reading of his full-length play The Promise will be shown on Cable 29 soon. "Casting Connection is a valuable resource for any actor in the San Francisco Bay Area who wants to break into film and video. Make that indispensable." |
| David S. Keller has been pretty busy. Three short films, one music video, a couple of musicals and a short indie currently shooting in Reno. He's also working with Reel Kids Films, Inc. on their debut feature "Times Like These Again." "And, I have more to add! I just got cast in the feature film, "Voyeur," just one more project that I auditioned for through Casting Connection. I am so excited and grateful!" |  |
 | Vonn Scott Bair, recently named "Playwright of the Month" for March by The Off-Market Theatre in honor of his play The Promise, with Casting Connection's Molly Craft. |
| Mackenzie Firgens has been busy. She recently worked on the Sci-fi feature "Carrier," the psychological thriller "Stranger,"and the drama "Broken Arrows." "Who says all the work is in LA? I worked on all three features back to back and all of them have SAG contracts. Casting Connection is such an invaluable tool, all my best auditions come from your site. Thanks for your great contribution." |  |
 | Casting Connections Molly Craft with filmmaker Ron Schilling. Ron cast six CC members for his latest film, "Christ Throws a Party, which is now on the film festival circuit. |
| Actress/model Robin Hathaway and director of photography Jon Felix making connections at the recent networking party at Limelight Books. |  |
 | Bruna Raynaud is happy to annouce her official website: www.brunaraynaud.com. Check her out! "Casting Connection is amazing! It has always been a helpful resource to find work and make contacts in the industry." |
| Doug Eckerdt landed two supporting rolls, one in "136 Ocean Front" and the other in "The Quest." I had fun working with everyone on both projects. You gotta get connected -it works! |  |
 | Since returning from Egypt and getting back into the groove, AnnieScott Rogers has acquired a Hollywood agent, and has been cast as Grace, the waitress, in the TV pilot "The Cooking Show" to film in October in the Bay Area. "CC is an absolute necessity. No actor in Northern California should be without this service!" |
| Teri Cundall of Propville, Jim Baldwin of Baldwin Prods., with power house print producer Elizabeth Grivas and film producer extordinaire Debbie Bribaker at the shin dig on Treasure Island last November. What was the occasion? A Welcome Reception for the new SF Film Commission. |  |
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Bay Area Film Alliance's Sean House and Casting Connection's Molly Craft, with Christine Ogu and Ulises Escobar of Back Yard Flix also out at the welcome reception out on Treasure Island. |
| Why is this woman smiling? Because she's at a Casting Connection Party!! Anna Rahe had a blast at the October party. |  |
 | Actor Zak Kilberg, writer/producer Guy Jackson and fantastic crew member Rick Bariff at the Casting Connection holiday party. |
| John Ray Gutierrez, seen here with filmmaker/actor Angel Vasquez(r), also came to the CC/Limelight party and met "...a great deal of cool people. I'm really looking forward to the next party." John Ray will be working with Reid Gershbein on his next project, "Arrows." He also just finished another film with Windy Nye, an australian director, and John Ray also booked a spot on a National Geographic documentry gig on the SF quake of 89. "This was in a three-week time frame and I just got back from Europe were i was doing a film in Romania. I land more jobs with Casting Connection than from my agent! |  |
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