After a seven-month audition process, and after being rejected for the role she submitted herself for, Michal Sinnott was told that her enthusiasm for the project and her incredible dedication had landed her the part of Wendy Whipper in "HorrorCon," a SAG Ultra Low Budget feature film written and directed by Scott Norton. The auditions began last September, when Norton started contacting actors who had responded to his casting notice in Back Stage. After two video auditions, an in-person audition, and a callback, Sinnott was heartbroken to discover that she hadn't landed the lead. But the director was so impressed by her personality and work ethic that he decided to rewrite another part with her in mind."Someone who unselfishly lends their energy to the process can open up new ideas about story and character," says Norton. "In fact, that's exactly what happened with Michal. Her determination and enthusiasm literally made.
- 7/23/2011
- by help@backstage.com (Sri Gordon)
- backstage.com
Here are the 2010 New York Reader's Choice results for categories dealing with performing onstage. To look at all of the categories, be sure to visit the main page. Favorite Rehearsal Studio: Ripley-Grier Studios "Clean," "professional," and "inviting" are words actors use repeatedly to describe Ripley-Grier Studios, an operation now celebrating its 23rd year and with three locations in Manhattan.Patricia Ripley, who runs the studios with her husband, Butch Grier, says the spaces are used for auditions, rehearsals, and classes, among other purposes. There's even a lock-out area that boasts a kitchen, three studios, and lots of storage for performing artists or productions that need the space for extended periods of time. It's totally private, she says. Ripley also talks with pride about how she designed the spaces utilizing feng shui principles, which incorporate light, plants, and color into organically flowing areas.Actor Scott Guthrie appreciates the comfortable seating, the café,...
- 6/24/2010
- backstage.com
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