(1-8-2013) あけましておめでとうございます！ 早いもので新しい年になってもう一週間もたってしまいましたが、お元気でお過ごしですか？ ２０１３年は巳年、金運が開けるといいですね。 今年もどうもよろしくお願いいたします！ Sally (8-12-2012) 毎日（まいにち everyday）暑い（あつい hot）ですね。 中国（ちゅうごく China）の詩（し poem）を日本では漢詩（かんし）と言いますが、今（いま）の時期（じき）にふさわしい漢詩があります。 12世紀（せいき Century　）の宋（そう）の時代の詩人（しじん poet）楊万里（ようばんり）の作（さく　written by)です。以下（いか following）のサイト（さいと site）より： http://www.k2.dion.ne.jp/~osafune/kansi/natunoyo/yanetu.htm http://www.epochtimes.jp/jp/2011/08/html/d90659.html 夏夜追涼 楊万里 夜熱依然午熱同 開門小立月明中 竹深樹密蟲鳴処 時有微涼不 …

Standby: Meet others in your local area interested in Acting on all levels. Action: Improv. Comedy, Burlesque or Drama, from novice to professional. Come and just have some fun time. Events occur sometimes on the week-end during the day, mostly on week ends. We record it on camera when desired. Build some scenes, put them together on DVD and use our collaborative product in our respective portfolios, whether we are actors, directors, camera, sound or light people, writer, animator or simply …

We are H-A-R-T, Hollywood Actors Resource Team. A company by actors, for actors. We are in a building that has 4 on-going productions and castings weekly (California Independent Production Center). We offer casting, agent, manager, and industry workshops for actors in need of information, advice, and showcasing, who don't want to pay outrageous membership fees or make a commitment for several events they don't need. We only offer workshops WE would attend, and quality is our top priority. Actor …

We make films and work with actors. First create a free profile on http://MoviePals.com - the social filmmaking network. We want to network and we've built a platform to help lots of people make movies and find actors like you – Join Us! If you’re looking for a cool way to spend a weekday night where you can talk about the ups and downs of filmmaking along with a general meet and greet, social networking in person style then come to one of our events and: -          Share ideas and network with …

Our group gathers people from all aspects of the entertainment industry, including Film, TV, radio, music, stage, comedy, and all related fields. It is for people in the industry at every level of the game... Networking, making new connections, meeting new friends, and having fun in the process.... Calling all actors, models, photographers, writers, directors, editors, casting directors, agents, make-up artists, artists, musicians, comedians, producers, etc. We will be holding regular even …

If you're looking to mix and mingle with other people in the voice over biz, actors, singers, dancers, and artists, look no further!

We are a group of working actors, veteran actors and actors with writing careers who have come together to share our experience, acting craft expertise, professional knowledge and support so that we may all become better at what we love to do and at the business of doing it. By collaborating, we improve our craft on our own schedules without paying for expensive classes. Sharpening the actors tools, we focus on cold reading, audition techniques, on-camera techniques and improvisation. Our member …

This is a group for those who are serious about being actors in the film, television and theater business. Meetings are lead by Justina Vail, PCC CHT, owner of Actors Life Coaching and award-winning author of How to be a Happy Actor in a Challenging Business: A Guide to Thriving Through it All. Looking forward to having you join us! For more info about Actors Life Coaching go to: http://www.actorslifecoaching.com/

Catholic Daughters of the Americas Court #2599 Our Lady of the Angels Under the patronage of the Blessed Mother, the Catholic Daughters of the Americas are united by their faith in Jesus Christ, in their devotion to the church and the Holy Trinity.  CDA  is a sisterhood of women who work together in acts of charity, unity, and love.  Saint Charles Borromeo is the home of court #2599, Our Lady of the Angels, but all Catholic women of any parish  are  welcomed to join. We invite you to attend ou …

Hello Filmmakers, This meetup is about making films. We will mainly focus on shooting scenes andshorts in class for the purpose of finishing work as part of our curriculum.We will cover the basics of lighting, camera handling and shooting, scene scripts and screenwriting, acting and continuity, shot list and frame selection, acting basics and editing, among others.This is for beginning filmmakers so that they can workshop all theaspects of filmmaking using the equipment (lights, camera, boom mi …

Laughter, the elixir of life. Age is appropriate. Where did all of our Senior Comics go? We need you to help us make people laugh. The world needs us. Come do a Comedy Crawl with us doing your comedy at open mic.'s about town. With the elegance of age we will meet & discuss your act in the  comfort of a private home. The first two events will be held in Silverlake/Hollywood area. Both events are gratis.  Coffee & Tea & a nibble.  Put a grin on your chin and laugh until you are  100. Tune in to t …

Have you ever wanted to learn the craft of improvisation? It is one of the most popular performance art forms around. Would you like to know the secrets and tricks of the Improv trade? Find out in this Improvisational Acting course. The objectives of this group are to discover the fundamentals of improvisational comedy, learn techniques to think quickly on your feet and to be more creative. This spirited, fun course is designed for the business person, as well as the actor or comedian who want …

We are the ImprovMasters. A toastmasters club that combines public speaking and comedy improv. Toastmasters is a worldwide organization, where members can improve their public speaking skills, leadership skills, and self confidence. This is a new club, which has been formed to add a new element:  IMPROV. What are Improv games?    Think "Who's Line Is it Anyway" -- Improvising scenes based on a set of parameters, and/or suggestions from the audience.   Whether or not you have Improv experience …

A place where working actors can network while fine tuning your skills. * Bring Sides you are working on for an upcoming auditon. * Practice your cold reading audition techniques. * Rehearse showcase scenes with other actors. * Self tape your scene for personal review. * Self tape an upcoming audition for online submission. * Network with other actors about auditions, agents, managers, webisodes, headshots, postcards, social media marketing, showcases, pre-production jobs and so much more. * Sta …

Anthony Raimondo, evolveist, consultant, author, speaker, life coach, hypnotherapist and founder of Accelerating Evolution LLC recognizes that an organization’s greatness begins with the greatness of each of its individuals, and each individual’s greatness begins with mastering their talent to perform at excellence. I created this group so individuals can become empowered to perform at their full potential in academics, art, acting, business, sports, etc, and their personal lives. Therefore the …

A new place for anyone in the communications arena to meet up!

I'd like to invite you to join LA premier Social & Professional Networking Meetup group for actors, wrIters, directors and cinematographers. Our events are targeted to professionals looking to make new business and social contacts. I hope you'll join us, as I'm sure you could add great value to our group. Come meet new people and make some contacts in a warm, friendly atmosphere and fun environment. The main goal of this meetup group is to become better filmmakers and actors. As we work toward t …

Act Out! offers a supportive, friendly environment for actors (and those who want to be...even if just for fun!) to do scene study with acclaimed actor Sonny Valicente. Act Out! is part of the Improv for the People studio, established in 2010.

This is a group for people to discuss and learn ways to use social media to build upon one's entertainment career whether one is an aspiring to break into the film industry, music industry, or modeling industry.

The name says it ALL!! We meet at Lake Balboa Park, CA and recite Poetry. BEAUTIFUL Scenery! BEAUTIFUL People! BEAUTIFUL Words!!! So bring your poems, short stories, monologues, and other (less than 5 min) written pieces to the Lake, and let's celebrate each others creative spirits.

THIS IS MY PUBLIC FORUM AND I WELCOME DEBATE! SINCE THIS IS MY DEBATE FORUM, ANY MEMBER CAN MODIFY THIS ESSAY. WE WILL DISCUSS WITH LOGICS! We meet once a month at a Buddhist Association Office in Los Angeles( at the moment there are about 50 members). Come join.  We will have a deep discussion about the Amita Sutra and Amita, about whom a lot of people misunderstand. The Amita you now learned from the sutras is not the true Amita! The fundamental principles of Mahāyāna doctrine were based on t …

If you have intention to sing, let's sing. If you have something to say, let's say. If you have motive to act, let's act. You you have reason to play, let's play. We seek to create a talented and dedicated collective to challenge cultural narratives through performance art. To combine our ideas, ideals, and our voices to hone our individual and group ability and to better serve ourselves and our world. For those who are unafraid of putting on performances in Theaters and Streets alike, for t …

I am an Actor/ Stand up who doesn't drink or do Drugs, and basically I want to meet other like minded Individuals. This is a Group for Sober (meaning no Alcohol or Drugs) Professionals in the Entertainment Industry. Open to Actors, Writers, Comedians, Directors, Producers, etc who are Sober, who are looking to Network and Build relationships with other Sober Individuals in the Entertainment Business in the Los Angeles/ Hollywood Area.

In the this meetup, I work on all the basics of acting. These are: cold readings, scene study, improv, and monologues. Scene study is the basis of actor training. We use scripts from films which I supply in addition to those brought in by students. Actors who join my class are expected to work with a scene partner outside of class during the week and to bring the scene back to class for performance. We may video tape the scene if it is ready. The actor learns a lot by seeing themselves on camera …

This is a group of awesome women in LA, who also happen to be actresses, that come together for varying social events created by members. This group is for outgoing actresses who love brunch, happy hour, laying out, going on hikes, or creating other fun events for this group. Along with socializing, this group is a great source of support for those in this crazy crazy industry. Some events for this group may be related to acting. This group allows for discussion boards to discuss anything relate …

This is a group for Christians who enjoy acting for theater and/or camera. It is an opportunity to gather together with others who offer praise by way of performance. ALL skills and levels are welcome. I started this group because it marries two things that bring me great joy: acting and my relationship with God. I hope that we can explore various roles, emotions, and tell some great stories in an environment with other believers who recognize God, not Hollywood, as our ultimate authority. This …

Have you ever felt like you lost an amazing opportunity because of lack of courage & confidence to speak in the right moment? Have you ever felt unappreciated and wished others see your true value, value which you DO possess? Did you ever let fear hold you back from stating your opinion & asking for what you feel you deserve? Would you like to feel confident on the stage of your life like an actor feels on the stage of a theater no matter what role he plays? If you answered YES to any or all of …

This group is dedicated to creating a community of actors and other entertainment industry professionals in Los Angeles. Whether you are in front of or behind the camera, a seasoned pro, or someone who is just starting their career, our goal is to help create opportunity, connection, and foster growth for all involved.