Tuesday, June 19, 2012

Two shows, and a script?



Two shows, and a script?

I did two shows, one very awkward show that turned out bad for my comedy, even though the event was wonderful... in sorts. The next night was wonderfully delightful. Two shows with the same set. What did that teach me? I'd say the same thing I've been learning since I started comedy. More like, since I started entertaining. Some people love blue as a color, others, a red color. A crowds perception has little to do with what you're trying to accomplish. Your audience will find you. Stay true to your course while searching for a voice in entertainment. What an interesting perspective this world has on life. In groups of people you'll find many twists and turns. An event can be this amazing thing one night, and not so much the next. If one small person, or persons, reacts in a positive light, your night will be non-stop positivity!

What your idea of a structured path can be is limited to what you have known, are knowing and can remember of your past. You have a clear idea of what you want to happen. This idea is only perceptive thinking. The world is beautiful, your life is grand, but what is before your next step is still unknown. Take chances, yes, but most importantly be water. Be fluent. Let your life curve to any environment. I am saying change with your life. Fighting against a feeling can stop movement. Water is stronger than most things in this world. It can carve through stone over time. It can change shape, form, and gives life back to life. A crowd is going great, awesome continue moving forward with it. The crowd is falling apart, then know your time. Know you are able to leave that stage. Does this mean give up? It means be aware, and try again to win them back. Or try again another time. Regroup, reform, retry!

There are signs that your effort is running on thin ice. This is a good thing, it means you are aware of your strengths when you feel this way. So what, this show didn't go well. You got to perform. Most people wish they could perform. I had a chance to perform two nights in a row. Every show I do is about making people leave with a smile of being entertained on their face. Does it always happen? Yes... okay, okay, I'd say 75% of the time. The crazy news is life does change 100% of the time. Your steps go forward into a destination that is truly unknown. Be prepared to adapt in a professional way. I was at an event where a comedian was doing very poorly and the host gave them a light to get off. They started yelling at said host, from on stage. Professionalism went out the window. Lucky for me, I went on next... great lol. The show went well outside of that person's performance.

What's my point? A good show, bad show, outburst? How you hold yourself on and off a stage can change everything. How people see, hear and feel your presence around them adds to their want of dealing with you. I've always said this... “Be nice to everyone, you never know who someone is, or knows”. I befriended a comedian, that was doing comedy a little longer than I. We went from being comedians in the field, to best friends. He got from me knowledge of this businesses inner-workings. I got a good friend that I would do anything for. He's a great human being. My kindness to him, even when I knew nothing about him, lead to a friendship, that friendship lead to another door. A Script I have been working on is now doing something more... thanks to him... Working, working, working.

So, did I mention I am in a play next month too? I have to memorize a script for Twelfth Night, write two more episodes for a script that is being looked at by a certain movie studio, and I had shows that came up along with a festival my company is going to be at all weekend. If you don't have time, or you feel there is no way to get what you want going, than you have to look inward and find the motivation. Everything can happen with a little push, help from friends, and the love and support of others and yourself. Life just keeps becoming more and more amazing. Be happy of yourself, motivate yourself and I promise every dream comes true if you take steps towards it. Be nice... be professional... and be prepared!

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Tuesday, June 12, 2012

A hateful, yet supportive, environment known as entertainment


A hateful, yet supportive, environment known as entertainment

Hate. There is one way NOT to start a thought. Oh, another way. Words like “no”, “not”, “hate”, “crappy”, “poopy”... okay, poopy is funny... the other words are in essence, negative. That's our community of beginners. Do some people support one another? Of course they do. They are friends, or associates. Most people have day jobs, or have to get up early so they leave shows before someone performers, or what have you. This business is filled with negativity, from “you are too fat”, to “why are they successful when I am so much better than them?”. These are lost causes. It really matters only if you are confidant and you want it. Billy Bob Thornton made his career in movies by doing Sling Blade. Focus on moving forward.

I see support with negativity all the time. I hear people growing in that herd mentality, grouping together with thoughts of hate, jealousy, and worst sometimes. I once played a show with TENEbRAE (my first band), and a friend's band, Metadox, or something like that, and there was another band on the bill who we didn't know. After our set they said into the mic “I'd like to thank Lacuna Coil for playing tonight”. Obviously it was a knock on my band because I sang, and we had a female singer. They clearly didn't like Lacuna Coil, which had the same band layout as us. Though, we were doom metal with a touch of progressive, and Lacuna Coil (who I love) is more Pop Metal, with grooves. Really well played grooves, but still. There was no need for the attack.

When they were done all was cool and I have yet to hear anything from that band since. Moving on, the purpose of possibility in this business is supporting one another in a positive way. Do I get negative once in a while, yeah... I do. My thought on the matter is this, everyone has a bad day. I, on the norm, am very supportive of people and their efforts to make expression come to life. A large number of famous people all work together, supporting their efforts forward. There are haters, but who gets further? Kanye West had to back down because he got out of control. Then, after being gone for a while he came back into the light. Take a moment to remember where you started, how you would have enjoyed help, or guidance.

Think, believe, do... because the gift to give, gives.

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Saturday, June 9, 2012

F*ck you, you, and you Dyslexia!


F*ck you, you, and you Dyslexia!

One of the hardest parts about being in entertainment is reading in front of people for the first, second, third, forth, and so on times when you have Dyslexia. Interesting enough, Danny Glover suffered from dyslexia while in school, he was "a functional illiterate" when he graduated from high school. Now he has beat, fought and excelled at his craft being an actor/director. So why does dyslexia slow so many people down in entertainment, or other fields? Support is few and far between. When a person is called dumb over their ability to read in such an open format it becomes frustrating. Many geniuses are found held back through fear of reading openly with people around. Even worse, they are forced to memorize speeches to get their words out.

We must support others in any field, so that we can all work together. Attacking people holds life back. Secondly, when the world realizes our lives work together, things move smoother. I suffer from Dyslexia which has kept me hiding from things. In my elder ages, I have become a published poet, an actor, a musician who writes lyrics and in the last few months I've really upped my script writing craft. All from a person who sees a few words and letters backwards. I do indeed have a hard time reading out loud. Though, when I read slowly to myself I am good. The real trick is to read out loud and work on controlled seeing. This helps with cold reads, or just seeing things in a more controlled light.

What is Dyslexia? “Developmental Reading Disorder”. That's what. This disability, which occurs when the brain does not properly recognize and process certain symbols, affects a great deal of people. Does it stop them, some times yes, other times no. Be strong. Remember it is just another step to overcome by embracing. Though symptoms can range from mistaking the letter “b” for “d” or losing words in your mind, and all the way to hearing sounds differently when trying to pronounce. Some treatment for this disorder; Positive reinforcement since most people have a fear of reading it keeps them from trying, causing, in some cases, poor self-esteem. So I say to the world, as I ask you to embrace this my fellow Dyslexions... F*ck you, you and you Dyslexia!!! I will live my life, and others can kiss my A$!

Dream big, be great, live true...

'Some are born great, some achieve greatness, and some have greatness thrown upon them.' ~ Shakespeare

Though, I say, why not have all three!

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Macbeth – Stage-manger



Macbeth – Stage-manger;

Saying the word “Macbeth” is considered bad luck. While I personally believe that superstition ain't the way, I do believe that this is an opportunity to increase my skills, experience and level of involvement in theater. I was asked to perform one of the roles in Macbeth, the witch to be exact. I said I would do it, then I decided against it. Why? Because I thought this a great chance to do something different with the theater company I had been working with. I've done “stand-in” stage-manger for one night on two different shows. Last minute stand in and I did fairly well. Proving I could handle it on short notice, I'd like to step in and try it as the preferred position.

Now allowing me to add it to my “acting” resume' I feel better to see my list grow. This shows my range in this particular field of acting. It's always been my dream to move forward in my passions. To set bars and break walls down. Life grows with chances, taking them and letting your fears of “no” be left behind. More than anything, I am still working on a Shakespeare piece, dealing with actors I enjoy, and working with a director that has guided me through each play while learning how to develop in each role. I've learned many things doing what I do, and this is not an exception. Always take a chance when you see it. Waiting allows the heat to slow, since you are only as good as your last performance.

My goal is to be on top of it. As a Stage-manager I am responsible for; Actors being happy, knowing their lines, understanding the script, striking & dressing the stage, props, possibly sound (depending), 10 / 5 / and places warnings, calling to ensure rehearsals, lists and so on. That's a lot for a first time! For me, it will be easy. Why? Because I am going to put into this, everything I have placed into my skill as a performer. Behind the scenes is just as important as being in front of the curtain. Just as there are no small roles only small actors. I am not making fun of midgets, I love midgets. It's their hands that make me feel weird when they try to hug me. Point being, explore your options as you see them. Asking is more important than fearing your path.

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Tuesday, June 5, 2012

Waiting on the market...ing



Waiting on the market...ing; 

I've always been in awe of how marketing can capture a world of eyes to a small part of something I created. For that matter, something another human-being created. Marketing allows us to show the world something they knew nothing of. “Hey, look at this, you may or may not be interested!”. Of course there are two major forms of marketing. The “you need this right now, because it'll make you cool” and “This thing is fun, try some” methods. Mostly things that are bad for you they say “this thing is fun, try some”. Other wise they are the former. Either way, marketing can be fun, but how much fun can it be if you are doing it wrong? You can market wrong? Hell, not marketing is a good sign you are doing it wrong.

Marketing has a way of being comforting when you present it to people in a “with” fashion. Otherwise, a “to” presentation is overwhelming or just too intrusive. In people's faces can be scary. Too much, or too little of something can go backwards. So, how does one know what and where to begin? I also start with the basics. Simple and small. Get the buzz out there by creating the buzz. Start talking about it yourself. Let everyone know it is out there somewhere and somehow it is waiting for you. What is waiting for you? The marketing to get your stuff out there! Do, do, do... okay I started singing for a moment. The idea is the simple start helps lend a hand to a larger outcome.

Once you have create a buzz, remember to hear out your personal options for marketing growth. I have always used marketing to further my career. Be it music, acting, comedy, even in life or business. It's one of the 3 needs of success. Bring reality to the situation by finding some sense of gravity to your purpose. It's beautiful to know that anything can happen. Be it loss, or gain. The idea is that you let your mind let go off either, and embrace the power of now. Once you have that in your hand your marketing will flow into a life of its own natural grace. Market you, your dreams, your ideals. Waiting for the market to find you will take far too long. So, and a little “ing” at the end and spring, bring, and dream, hmm, marketing, it gets things done!

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