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SCHOOL NEWS October 2005
Get Real!
Teen Acting Graduate, Brooke Bellows, will make her national television debut this October as she competes on the Emmy-nominated reality series, Endurance. Brooke is a 14 year old freshman at Winter Park High School, and is the daughter of Beth and Barry Bellows of Maitland. Brooke was chosen from thousands of applicants to compete in the reality series. Endurance, now in its fourth season, tests one’s mental and physical endurance. Twenty contestants from across America descend to an undisclosed location near the Tehachapi Mountains, and are then challenged to use their muscles and brains in a variety of games! The winning team receives a trip to Costa Rica. Brooke can be seen on Endurance: Discovery Kids on NBC beginning Saturday, October 1 at 12:30pm. (Also look for Brooke modeling for Dillard’s, as well as in an infomercial for Tivo!)
Acting Graduate, Shawn Killinger, who attended classes at Lisa Maile in March of 2004, is no stranger to TV! She was the morning anchor for WKMG CH 6 and can now be seen as a contestant on The Apprentice: Martha Stewart! Shawn has a bachelor’s degree in marketing from Penn State, and has an impressive resume working in local and network news for the past 10 years. She reported on four hurricanes in two months, hosted Central Florida’s version of “American Idol” and has had the opportunity to interview celebs like Jessica Simpson and Hillary Clinton. Even with her busy schedule, she still finds time to volunteer for Make-A-Wish as a “Wish Granter”! The Apprentice Martha Stewart can be seen on NBC Wednesdays at 8:00pm. Don’t forget to watch and see if Shawn can become the next Martha Stewart!
Lisa Maile grad, Amanda Balon, named “Champion Performer of the World”!
Eight-year-old Amanda Balon, recently went to Hollywood, CA where she competed against 3,000 other performers from 51 different countries at the World Championships of the Performing Arts. Amanda qualified to compete in 16 different events including dance, vocal, acting, instrumental and modeling. She was the first person in the Junior division to participate in this many events (the average is 8 events). Amanda won six gold medals for Team USA, and came away with the title of “Champion Performer of the World.” She is a graduate of our Children’s Modeling program, and has also trained privately with Acting Instructor Kevin O’Neill. Congratulations, Amanda! We’re so proud of you!!
Words of Wisdom from School President, Debbie Wisner
Real success is finding your lifework in the work that you love.
In The News!
Stephanie Rae, a graduate of both the Acting and Advanced Acting classes, recently booked a job as a Spokesmodel for Radio Shack. She’ll be promoting a new product called Cinego. Stephanie also just finished shooting the lead role of “Elizabeth” in the Full Sail film, “Lavatory Love.” She’s booked in the lead role of “Captain Ava” in another Full Sail film, “Space Adventurers,” scheduled to shoot in a few weeks. Stephanie also had the opportunity to audition for the TV pilot, South Beach, and is waiting to hear back. The part she auditioned for is the reoccurring role of a pharmaceutical sales rep. Good luck, Stephanie! Keep us posted!
Acting and Advanced Acting grad, Bree Morgan, kept busy this summer opening acts for other major recording artists in the Miami area. In addition to her vocal training, acting, modeling, rehearsals, performances and schoolwork, Bree has also started recording her very first CD! Whether singing out her favorite Christian tunes or her own up-tempo “tween” songs like “Check Yes or No,” or ballads like “Butterfly,” she sings with a diva’s panache. Her goal to be one of the biggest stars in the entertainment industry, and after hearing her incredible voice and witnessing her charm, you will see why Bree Morgan is destined to be entertainment's next big superstar!
Congrats to Acting Grad, Melissa Klein, for appearing in the Orlando Sentinel’s Travel section! She also recently shot a commercial for Chevy. Keep up the great work, Melissa!
School Graduate and Acting Instructor, Justin Smith, recently returned from Cape Town, South Africa after spending 6 weeks there filming a full-length, independent film entitled, “The Silent Fall.” The film’s story is set in motion after the brutal murder of a South African doctor who is on the brink of discovering a breakthrough generic AIDS drug. If the drug is successful, it could cripple the pharmaceutical giant, the Kingdom Corporation. Kingdom’s role in the doctor’s death is brought into question, and the story explodes into a web of intrigue and danger. Justin was cast in the lead male role of Josh Kinsley. His character is framed and then accused of illegal activity. “The Silent Fall” is set to release in June 2006. Justin said working on the film was a life-changing experience. “Not only did I get to visit the most beautiful place on earth, I got to do what I love!”
Seminole Towne Center celebrated its 10th Anniversary by hosting a “Night of Fashion” fashion show, presented by the Lisa Maile School. Our front office receptionist, Jennifer Wisner, helped keep the evening on track as a coordinator, and Acting Instructor, Justin Smith, emceed the event. Two of our school’s graduates, vocalist Brittany McDaniel and NBC’s The Biggest Loser’s Lisa Andreone, made special appearances. Thanks to everyone who helped make the evening a success!
We’d like to congratulate Brittany McDaniel for winning the Regional competition for the Florida Country Music Association Female Vocalist of the Year (Youth Division). Way to go, Brittany! She’ll be competing for the State title later this month.
The Mall at Millenia held its final indoor event on Friday, September 2nd, with the help of these beautiful models:
September 2, 2005 First Friday
Anthropologie - Morgan Hightower Adrienne Vittadini - Tiffany Felton Everything But Water - Kristina Dove Betsy Johnson - Amy Nelson Brighton Collectibles - Kristen Amhrein Cache - Ayanah Vegas Lilie Rubin - Michelle Schiaffo Oilily - Karina Caro Max Studio - Brittany Thompson St. John - Becky Horst Talbots - Amy Hicks Tous - Dilma Barco
The Lisa Maile School presents . . . Accent Modification Training Compton P-ESL Program
An Accent Modification Program for Improving Business, Professional, Performance and Social Speaking Skills Taught by Jackie Levine, Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist
Past comparisons have shown that students who attend all the appropriate sessions and practice diligently can expect to experience at least a 50% change in their accent or dialect. For more information, or to arrange for your personal speech analysis, please call the Lisa Maile School at 407-628-5989!
Debby’s Points of Interest
Stephen Bailey- Disneys Splash Mountain & Big Thunder Mountain Kaitlyn Chana- Orlando Sentinel John Dahl- Universal Studios Meeting Planner Cassie Livingston- Hammock Beach Resort Denny Parlak- Scholastics Linda Taylor- Scholastic Norma Taylor- Industrial Photo Shoot for Seimen Carlos Vazquez- Scholastic
Brooke Bellows-Dillards Nina Haine-Carolyn Allen Bridal Runway Show Brittany McDaniel-female vocalist of the year for the Florida Country Music Association; STC “Night of Fashion” Performer Rachel Lietzke- Body Shop Becca Hockman-Body Shop Norma Taylor-Cache Nia North-Cache Becky Horst-Ann Taylor Katie Roof-Ann Taylor Kim Lopez-Talbots Marcia Hunter-Talbots & Motherhood Maternity Nick Petkov- Adams Menswear Jamie Henson- Aeropostale Brittany Thompson- Aeropostale Josh Van Da Pol- Aeropostale Cassidy Tapia- Aeropostale Simi Lightsey- Limited Too Katie Wilkes- Limited Too Grace Praytor- Limited Too Micah Connolly- Gymboree Hannah Connolly-Gymboree Brent Bickerstaff- XLR8 Kristina Dove - XLR8 Justin Smith- STC “Night of Fashion” Master of Ceremonies Ayanah Vegas- STC “Night of Fashion” Performer Jacob Connolly- STC “Night of Fashion” Performer Bree Morgan- STC “Night of Fashion” Performer
Alan Aaron-Darden Restaurants Bahama Breeze training Video & Suntrust Bank training video Brooke Bellows- Tivo Commercial Ingrid Livingston-Disney Cruise Line DVD Jim McDonald-Voice over for Gentiva Health Services Linda Taylor-Disney’s Pop Culture Hotel Commercial Upcoming Seminars &Class Start Dates
Image Thursday, Nov. 3rd Saturday, Dec. 10th
Adult Acting Wednesday, Oct. 26th
Teen Acting Saturday, Nov. 5th
Advanced Teen Acting Monday, Oct. 17th
Children’s Acting (4-6yrs) Tuesday, Oct. 25th
Children’s Acting (7-10yrs) Saturday, Oct. 22nd
Advanced Children’s Acting (7-10yrs) Saturday, Oct. 29th
Improv TBA (December)
Scene Study Monday, Nov. 7th
Children’s Modeling Tuesday, Nov. 29th
Professional Modeling Thursday, Oct. 27th
Full Sail Seminar Monday, October 19th
Amy Severson Seminar Monday, October 24th
Breaking into the Industry Wednesday, October 12th
The next session of Breaking into the Industry is Wednesday, October 12th. It’s open to all Teen and Adult Acting grads and students, and the parents of students in our Children’s programs. Reserve your space by emailing frontdesk@lisamaile.com or calling the front desk at 407-628-5989. Be ready for a full 4 hours of info that will help you kick-start your career!
If you are unable to attend the Breaking into the Industry Seminar, don’t worry! This must-see seminar is now available on DVD for only $20! Call or see the front desk to place your order!
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