The House of Ash

I'm insanely proud and excited to announce to the blogsphere that I've received a place in the 2009 Lincoln Center Theater Directors Lab in NYC this summer (http://www.lct.org/directorsLabMain.htm) ! AHHHH!!! Just a side note - it has been my dream (and goal) since when I was in high school to participate in the Lab. This news couldn't have come at a better time. I can't wait!

Sometimes I just have to hang my head in shame of what this profession (and the job opportunities) has come to.

Coolness Ranking of Reality TV: 0
Coolness Ranking of People who are seek friends, love, attention and fame on Reality TV: 0
Coolness Ranking of People who are seeking friends, love, attention and fame on Reality TV multiple times: -75


FAIL.

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Friday, Jan. 23, 2009, 4:37 PM Pacific

PARIS HILTON NEW BFF 2
Reality TV
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Casting Director: Doron Ofir
Interview Dates: TBD
Shoot/Start Date: March - April
Pay Rate: non disclosed
Location: Los Angeles

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Casting only the 'Hottest Girls' and the most 'Fabulously Fierce Guys' who are at least the age of 21 and appear under 30.

Paris Hilton's My New BFF is back for a part deux.

The Heiress to American Royalty extends her most exclusive invitation to expand her A-List Clique.

Do you long to strut into the world's most elite hotspots without a care in the world except how fabulous you are? Ever wish the velvet ropes didn't exclude you from the social circles of the A-List? How about the fantasy of jet setting around the world with the ultimate BFF, whose fierce style, charisma and star power is only matched by your own.

Now that's hot! Paris is granting the opportunity of a lifetime to one girl or 'fabulous' guy who has what it takes to join Paris Hilton's inner circle. Finally, you have the chance to show the world that you have what it takes to achieve social stardom; allowing you unprecedented access to young Hollywood as never before. Loves It!

Doron Ofir Casting is enlisting only the 'Hottest Bitches' and the most 'Fabulously Fierce Guys' who are at least the age of 21 and appear under 30.

TTYS!

[ "HOTTEST BITCHES" ]
who are at least the age of 21 and appear under 30.

[ "FABULOUSLY FIERCE GUYS" ]
who are at least the age of 21 and appear under 30.

How cool is the American Theatre Wing? I'd say a 15+ on a scale of 1 to 10. Even in these desperate economic times, they recently gave out $125,000 in grants to nonprofit theatres ( http://www.broadway.tv/blog/broadway-news/american-theater-wing-gives-125000-in-grants/). That deserves a MAJOR shout out, especially in light of how close to every off-off Broadway company I know is struggling financially. I am so honored to have had the opportunity to have attended the luncheon (as a volunteer- thanks to SBNYC). I was deeply inspired by the humility and gratitude of many presenters and recipients, most of whose work I was familiar with beforehand... but nothing beats meeting the people behind the company name.

So, with that in mind. If you're a college student pursuing theatre, you need to consider applying for another ATW program called SpringboardNYC. The website provides a blurb...

"SPRINGBOARDNYC is a two week concentrated pre-professional training course for college students planning careers in the theatre. We provide the job-seeking skills, insight into the business of theatre and the urban survival tools necessary to translate academic training into a productive career. The curriculum includes a series of workshops, seminars, master classes and field trips, placing participants in the center of New York's theatrical community, with access to influential working artists."

Even as someone who did both undergrad (and grad) in NYC, the program helped me solidify my career goals as a director and performer. More importantly, it allowed me the chance to be rebaptized into the city. I saw things in NYC that I hadn't seen since I first arrived (because after living here for a few years your senses get shot). I recently had dinner with two other ladies that were part of SBNYC '08 and we all agreed that one of the best parts of SBNYC were the friendships and networks that were formed. All 35 students from last year are still in touch (something that happens so rarely in a graduating class). So, whether you're a New York native or from the middle of the country, it's definitely worth checking out. In fact, I would say it's mandatory if you plan on pursuing theatre here.

If money is hard to come by these days, there are scholarships available. Here's a link to the application and SBNYC website:

http://www.americantheatrewing.org/springboardnyc/

*** Thanks to the voyeuristic workings of "Google Analytics", I see that many people stumble across this blog searching "SpringboardNYC". If you'd like to hear more about SBNYC or have any questions, feel free to drop me a line.