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2009
| Jan 16- Jan 19 |
"Disaster" strikes the Bijou The Art of Disaster premiers at the Bijou Sunday, January, 18, 2008 Doors open at 6:30 pm. $5 at the door ALL proceeds benefit the Texas Motion Picture Alliance (TXMPA). Sponsored by:    |
| Mar 21- Mar 22 |
Jade Esteban Estrada's Latest Workshop is for "REEL"
PRIMADONNA PRODUCTIONS, INC. has once again joined forces with actor, comedian, and Latin pop star JADE ESTEBAN ESTRADA – a Texas native – to present his workshop for actors, "JADE ESTEBAN ESTRADA’S REEL DEAL: ON CAMERA & OFF CAMERA" covering all aspects of the arts and entertainment industries. This time, the workshop will take place over two sessions: "ON CAMERA" will be a Film Acting/Scene Study class, and "OFF CAMERA" will focus on Making It In Multiple Markets.ON CAMERA: SATURDAY, MARCH 21, 10AM - 5PM OFF CAMERA: SUNDAY, MARCH 22, 1PM - 5PM A portion of the proceeds from its workshops to an industry-related charity chosen by the speaker; for his workshop, Estrada has chosen to support the TEXAS MOTION PICTURE ALLIANCE (TXMPA). Payment must be made in full no later than the close of business on WEDNESDAY, MARCH 18, as spaces are limited to only 10 students for each session. A $10 fee will be added to those who register late. Checks, cash, or money orders are accepted. Credit card payments will also be accepted, but only through PayPal. Considering that this is event is a fundraiser, cancellations and no shows will still be charged the full amount and no refunds will be provided. TO MAKE RESERVATIONS: PLEASE CALL 210.822.3552 or e-mail info@primadonnaproductions.com  |
| Mar 27 | Lunch N' Learn: March 2009
Join PrimaDonna with special Guest, Attorney David Wells, for Lunch N' Learn on March 27, 2009.Reserve your spot by clicking below. |
| Apr 5 | Hot Meal / Cold Read: April 2009
Join PrimaDonna with special Guest, Dora Pena, for Hot Meal/Cold Read on April 5, 2009.Reserve your spot by clicking below. |
| Apr 16 | Showbiz Start-Up Seminar: ActorsThe Showbiz Start-Up Seminar is a monthly program for aspiring artists, curious parents of talented and adorable children, or anyone who is interested in the entertainment industry. Each meeting is designed to cover a variety of topics important to actors, musicians, or writers, answering myths and misconceptions, listing “do”s and “don’t”s, and providing artists with the essential information they need to start their careers.For actors, Showbiz Start-Up will cover such topics as ·The local scene ·How to market yourself to talent buyers and the materials you will need to do so ·When to look for an agent ·What to do – and what NOT to do – at auditions, on the set, and at networking events ·And much more.... Participants will leave each session with a recommended reading list, and other materials to help them learn the skills and tips they need to know to take their first steps into the industry. WHEN: Thursday, April 16, 2009 from 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm WHERE: PrimaDonna Productions, Inc. 8603 Crownhill, Ste. 30 (inside Loop 410, near the Magic Time Machine) San Antonio, TX 78209 PRICE: Each session costs only $10.00 per person, and refreshments are provided. Please call (210) 822.3552 or email info@primadonnaproductions.com to reserve your space today! (Separate Showbiz Start-Up Seminars are available for MUSICIANS and WRITERS - e-mail us for more info!) |
| Apr 24 | Artist Lunch & Learn - April 24
Join PrimaDonna with our special guest, Renée Young, for Lunch & Learn on Friday, April 24!Artist Lunch & Learn is a monthly program for artists (singers, dancers, photographers, writers, actors, models, etc...). In each meeting, participants will bring their own lunch and meet with a guest lecturer, who will teach them tips, tools, and tactics to help them find their way in the competitive marketplace of entertainment. This month's program will focus on Creative Correspondence; our guest speaker, Renée Young - Co-Founder and Executive Vice President of Client Builders - will answer your questions and give you tips on staying in touch with talent buyers. Renée has over 25 years of customer service, sales, marketing and operations experience. Working for MCI for 8 years, Renee held the position of Senior Manager, Business Consulting Services, and was responsible for implementing a division-wide Quality Assurance Program, as well as providing internal consulting services to several departments, including Customer Service, Receivables Management, Order Processing, and Service Delivery. Renée has helped develop several sales and customer service training programs; employee recognition programs; customer and employee satisfaction programs; customer and employee survey programs; and has trained over 3000 people. Renee attended the University of Incarnate Word and holds a Bachelor Degree in Business from Richland University. WHEN: LAST FRIDAY OF EVERY MONTH from 11:30 am – 1:00 pm (classes limited to only 6) WHERE: PrimaDonna Productions, Inc. 8603 Crownhill, Ste. 30 (inside Loop 410, near the Magic Time Machine) San Antonio, TX 78209 PRICE: This program is open to everyone – novice or professional – and costs only $20 per session. Please call (210) 822.3552 or email info@primadonnaproductions.com to reserve your space today! |
| May 3 | Hot Meal/Cold Read - May 3Hot Meal/Cold Read is a monthly program for actors, designed to help them improve their auditioning skills. In each session (held on the first Sunday of every month), participants will share a meal with a special guest speaker, representing a specific genre of the entertainment industry, including independent film, commercials, corporate videos, corporate videos, and theatre.In addition to learning specific auditioning tips and techniques, participants will practice their cold-reading skills with copy provided by the guest speaker; their performances may be videotaped for review and direct feedback, at the instructor’s discretion. May's program will focus on Corporate Videos with a return appearance by one of last year's speakers, Robb Garcia. A graduate of St. Mary’s University School of Business, Robb Garcia is an award-winning producer/director with nearly 20 years of experience in the marketing and entertainment industries. He has worked in the television media market industry where he was in charge of the ratings for the South Texas DMA; he has worked with numerous production companies to produce video segments for the web and for broadcast in New York, Los Angeles, and San Antonio; and is a 2006 Latino Media Market fellow. As co-owner of G2E Services, Inc., Robb has produced marketing materials, corporate videos, demos, and presentations for such clients as Avance, Blue Star Ointment, Center for Disease Detection, the City of San Antonio, the Hispanic Professional Social Organization, and the University of Texas at San Antonio. Through his work on various projects, Robb came to meet several young and extremely talented writers, directors, and actors who needed help in bringing their projects to fruition. So in 2003 he formed 3807 Productions as a way of filling that void. Some of the company’s more notable credits include the award-winning short films Encore and Wa-Wa Que?, as well as the upcoming feature Dream Healing. WHEN: Sunday, May 3, from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm WHERE: PrimaDonna Productions, Inc. 8603 Crownhill, Ste. 30 (inside Loop 410, near the Magic Time Machine) San Antonio, TX 78209 PRICE: Pre-registration costs only $35.00 per person, and includes the cost of dinner. The price goes up to $40 on April 27. Please call (210) 822.3552 or email info@primadonnaproductions.com to reserve your space today! |
| May 29 | Artist Lunch & Learn - May 29Join PrimaDonna with our special guest, Michael Druck, for Lunch & Learn on Friday, May 29!Artist Lunch & Learn is a monthly program for artists (singers, dancers, photographers, writers, actors, models, etc...). In each meeting, participants will bring their own lunch and meet with a guest lecturer, who will teach them tips, tools, and tactics to help them find their way in the competitive marketplace of entertainment. This month's program will focus on Agents and Managers; our guest speaker will be Michael Druck of The Atherton Group Talent Agency. With more than half a decade of experience as a talent agent, Druck will answer your questions and give you tips on: * The difference between an agent and a manager * When to seek representation * How to find the right representation for you * And much more! WHEN: LAST FRIDAY OF EVERY MONTH from 11:30 am – 1:00 pm (classes limited to only 6) WHERE: PrimaDonna Productions, Inc. 8603 Crownhill, Ste. 30 (inside Loop 410, near the Magic Time Machine) San Antonio, TX 78209 PRICE: This program is open to everyone – novice or professional – and costs only $20 per session. You can pay at the door with Cash or check. For Credit Card for PayPal payments, please click below. Please call (210) 822.3552 or email info@primadonnaproductions.com to reserve your space today! |
| Jun 8- Jun 19 |
PrimaDonna's Summer Camp Is In SessionPrimaDonna Productions, Inc. is now accepting registrations for its Summer Acting Sessions program.WHEN: Monday-Friday, 12:30 PM-5:30 PM June 8-12 and June 15-19,2009 WHERE: PrimaDonna Productions, Inc. 8603 Crownhill Blvd. (near the Magic Time Machine) San Antonio, TX 78209 DETAILS: Summer Acting Sessions is a camp for young actors ages 5-19. Each weekly session will be taught by Nikki Young, President of PrimaDonna Productions, Inc., and will cover the history of the craft, techniques, styles, genres, and more. Participants will have an opportunity to develop their acting skills through on-camera performances, which will also be recorded, for a panel of pre-selected and invited industry professionals. ››Session One, from June 8-12, will cover Commercial Acting and Improvisation. ››Session Two, taking place from June 15-19, will cover Film Acting and Scene Study. COST: Only $300 per weekly session; cost includes snacks, the industry showcase, and a DVD of the student’s individual piece. Sign up for both sessions for only $500 (a $100 savings). Checks, cash, or money orders are accepted; credit card payments (through PayPal) are accepted here. TO REGISTER: Please call 210.822.3552 or e-mail info@primadonnaproductions.com to confirm registration and/or pay via cash, check, or money order. Download the registration form here. |
| Jun 13 | Adult Summer Acting SessionPrimaDonna Productions, Inc. is now accepting registrations for its Adult Summer Acting Sessions program.WHEN: Saturday, June 13th 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM WHERE: PrimaDonna Productions, Inc. 8603 Crownhill Blvd. (near the Magic Time Machine) San Antonio, TX 78209 DETAILS: Adult Summer Acting Sessions is an all day acting class for adults (18 and up). The class will be taught by Nikki Young, President of PrimaDonna Productions, Inc., and will cover techniques, styles, genres, and more. Participants will have an opportunity to develop their acting skills through on-camera performances. COST: Only $75 which includes lunch. Checks, cash, or money orders are accepted; credit card payments (through PayPal) are accepted. TO REGISTER: Please call 210.822.3552 or e-mail info@primadonnaproductions.com to confirm registration and/or pay via cash, check, or money order. |
| Jul 11- Aug 2 |
Scene From Both Sides, Take 2: Return Of The Independent Film Experience
WHAT:PrimaDonna Productions, Inc. invites students to discover the process of filmmaking in the second year of its class, Scene From Both Sides: The Independent Film Experience. WHEN: Saturdays and Sundays July 11 - August 2, 2009 WHERE: PrimaDonna Productions, Inc. 8603 Crownhill Blvd. (near the Magic Time Machine) San Antonio, TX 78209 DETAILS: Scene From Both Sides: The Independent Film Experience is a four-week class for film actors, filmmakers, and filmgoers of all ages and levels of experience. During the program, students will participate in the production of a short film (equipment will be provided for them), and will experience all the stages of filmmaking first-hand, including writing, cinematography, editing, and screening the finished film. Introduced in November 2008, the inaugural Scene From Both Sides program was featured on WOAI's San Antonio Living and in video blogs on woai.com. The 2008 class's film, The Art of Disaster, premiered in January 2009 and was recently screened at Luminaria Arts Night in San Antonio. PRICES: Scene From Both Sides costs only $650 per student, including a non-refundable $50 registration fee, applied to the balance, to reserve a space (spaces are limited to only ten (10) students). Lunch is included. Checks, cash, or money orders are accepted; credit card payments (through PayPal) are also accepted. FOR RESERVATIONS: Please call 210.822.3552 or e-mail info@primadonnaproductions.com *If paying less than full amount, the balance will be due on the first day of class. |