Filming 2012.........

Hi All,  So sorry I've not posted recently. Been incredibly busy! Just been cast in a network drama as an Oncologist -can't say too much just yet but will when I can. Have also been shortlisted for a big budget film shooting in Canada next year as well as some presenting roadshows so life is good ..life is busy.

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Opportunity Comes Knocking

Well, this has been the strangest couple of weeks in the world of acting/auditions and agents. I've been contacted randomly to audition for the part of a librarian in a forthcoming comedy, an oncology specialist for an anglo/american pruduction as well as two agencies interested in representing me!
Must be the de oderant -fab though!!

Exciting NEW Production for UK and US!

Hi All,
Has been a busy few days culminating in a meet & greet with the production team for a new T.V drama for both UK and U.S. Currently in pre production I hope to audition for the part of a doctor. Auditions soon will keep you all posted. This is an exciting, push the boundaries production.

Pride of Britain Awards

I watched the Pride of Britain Awards tonight and witnessed the immense courage and tenacity of many of the recipients tonight. It never ceases to amaze me who these people don't see the enormity of their courageous actions. They did what they had to or wanted to putting their own lives in danger to protect others. Children and young people demonstrated amazing courage. I loved little George who raises money to first buy better toys for the cancer hospital he is a patient at and now better equipment.

My vote tonight went to the father who lost his son alongside to other young men who were killed during the riots. Despite his grief he just wanted the rioting to stop.............................

Next time I feel a grumble or a moan coming on I'm going to remember him and his desire for peace. What a courageous man.

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Who REALLY wants to be on T.V?: Spotlight Link - Audrey Clark

Who REALLY wants to be on T.V?: Spotlight Link - Audrey Clark: Hi All I include my spotlight link for those needing my services. My pin number for viewing is 441356472309

Spotlight Link - Audrey Clark

Hi All I include my spotlight link for those needing my services. My pin number for viewing is 441356472309

The Costs of Joining Casting Websites

I've been thinking about the casting websites I subscribe to alongside my agent's input and you can spend a LOT of money per month on them. Over the years I hope I've discovered the reputable ones and the not so reputable ones.

I frequently receive emails with offers to entice me in. The fact is being pro active and searching for work should be a complimetary partnership to that of your agent.

Often for me it has paid off in work. Basically it's about doing everything you can as an indivdual to enable opportunities and get seen.

I will always consider an opportunity. Sometimes the lesser ones lead to a bigger carrot. Those who sit and wait for the telephone to ring wait an awful long time..........................

Who REALLY wants to be on T.V?: Workshops with a respected agent tomorrow

Who REALLY wants to be on T.V?: Workshops with a respected agent tomorrow: Well, tomorrow I'm off to do some workshops with a respected agent locally. It's good to keep your hand in and at the same time keep up to d...

Workshops with a respected agent tomorrow

Well, tomorrow I'm off to do some workshops with a respected agent locally. It's good to keep your hand in and at the same time keep up to date with your 'type'.

Last time i had that done i got 'alcoholic mother on a council estate' not bad for someone with the most alcohol deprived liver in the business!

SO, if any directors sould be looking for.....'an alcoholic mother on a council estate' you know were I am!

Who REALLY wants to be on T.V?: Labour T.V Ad Last Night

Who REALLY wants to be on T.V?: Labour T.V Ad Last Night: Hmm....no matter my political affiliation I kind of liked the Labour T.V ad and the use of respected actors -in particular James Purefoy who...

Labour T.V Ad Last Night

Hmm....no matter my political affiliation I kind of liked the Labour T.V ad and the use of respected actors -in particular James Purefoy who i thought was utterly amazing in 'Injustice' as the barrister with a double life as a murderer. Even mild mannered, intelligent cultured 'barristers' can kill!

A successful actor I knew always talked of the absolute need for believability as an actor. As an audience we need to believe the actor IS that character. That William Travers or whoever is real and is the person he portrays. Achieving that believability is no mean feat as we've all seen wooden actors.

No, if the aim was to get my attention it certainly did that.....................................

Advertising on T.V needs to be clever enough or /and subtle enough to gain and more importantly hold our attention

Who REALLY wants to be on T.V?: Resting Actor Mentor Call!!

Who REALLY wants to be on T.V?: Resting Actor Mentor Call!!: Are you a successful actor in between jobs. Got some time to mentor? Then read on... I figure everyone needs a mentor. I've done lots but...

Resting Actor Mentor Call!!

Are you a successful actor in between jobs. Got some time to mentor? Then read on...

I figure everyone needs a mentor. I've done lots but not as much acting and want to bounce off  an actor with a good c.v.

If anyone is interested in mentoring then do please email me at: aud_clark@yahoo.co.uk

Who REALLY wants to be on T.V?: The Audition Trail Continues..............

Who REALLY wants to be on T.V?: The Audition Trail Continues..............: They do say auditions are like buses. Nothing happens then two come along. Well, went today to Liverpool for a sitcom pilot audition. I'd ...

The Audition Trail Continues..............

 They do say auditions are like buses. Nothing happens then two come along. Well, went today to Liverpool for a sitcom pilot audition. I'd like to say I'm uber confident but the truth is you can't help but look at listen to your rivals who seem far more confident and capable than you. Would love the part but so did the many others who attended too.

I've had an email asking me to audition for film next year to premiere in Manchester -not till April (the audition) a record in terms of notice!!  Interestingly both are comedies......hmm

Who REALLY wants to be on T.V?: U.K Reality Shows versus U.S Reality Shows

Who REALLY wants to be on T.V?: U.K Reality Shows versus U.S Reality Shows: Was contemplating the U.K v the U.S reality market. What makes U.K participants so different from our U.S counterparts? There's a common m...

U.K Reality Shows versus U.S Reality Shows

Was contemplating the U.K v the U.S reality market. What makes U.K participants so different from our U.S counterparts?  There's a common misconception that people from the U.K are more reserved. Clearly you only have to watch Big Brother or Wife Swap to see that's not the case. Is perhaps that the competition and maybe the prize are greater and therefore aspiring wannabees need to 'be out there' in terms of their behaviour?

I read the audition posts for U.S shows and I've read more than once that you need to show you stand out from the rest. Does that mean you over exaggerate your personality traits to get the job. Are you actually being yourself or is too tempting to be someone you are not to be cast?

Would you be someone you are not to get onto to one of these shows?....

Who REALLY wants to be on T.V?: Guest Speaker Services

Who REALLY wants to be on T.V?: Guest Speaker Services: Hi, I am now offering my services as a guest speaker. I've appeared on reality shows, documentaries including the BBC Politics Show, quiz...

Guest Speaker Services

Hi,

I am now offering my services as a guest speaker. I've appeared on reality shows, documentaries including the BBC Politics Show, quiz shows AND been an agent.

I know what T.V companies are looking for when casting providing a valuable insight to those wanting to be on T.V.

My appearances will be enlightening, refreshingly honest and sprinkled with humour.

If you are interested in hiring me as a guest speaker please email me with your brief and contact details.

Thank you.

Hot from the U.S 'Rent A Friend'

Feeling internet search orientated this morning I stumbled on a website called 'Rentafriend'. The place to find a friend for an activity at a cost ranging from £6.50 per hour upwards. It states purely friendship and nothing else.

I guess if you are new to an area and want to make friends it's an option as long as you know the person is  operating a business friendship. Other options of course include joining a group and meeting friends that way. AmDram, sports etc.

For the business savvy it's an option for an income stream but I question those that are lonely and vulnerable hiring a friend..........................

What do you think?

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Who REALLY wants to be on T.V?: Calling American Agents!!!

Who REALLY wants to be on T.V?: Calling American Agents!!!: Hi! I would be interested in collaborations with U.S agents whether in an agent capacity or otherwise. Perhaps you have opinions on the U....

Calling American Agents!!!

Hi!  I would be interested in collaborations with U.S agents whether in an agent capacity or otherwise. Perhaps you have opinions on the U.S casting process in comparison to the U.K or are looking to include U.K reality show participants for American consideration?

I would like to form links with the U.S so if you have questions for me fire away!!!

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Who REALLY wants to be on T.V?: Babes in Hollywood

Who REALLY wants to be on T.V?: Babes in Hollywood: Was thinking about the kids and the parents pushing/ assisting their child's dreams of a part in a Hollywood pilot. This programme was on a...

Babes in Hollywood

Was thinking about the kids and the parents pushing/ assisting their child's dreams of a part in a Hollywood pilot. This programme was on a couple of weeks ago. Basically, Mum and siblings converge on a Hollywood complex near to the action and the pilot auditions. The season is only twelve weeks long and there are plenty of agents, photographers and classes at a cost of course. Many prey on the parent and the child's desperation to clutch the straw a little longer.

These parents are still paying for their three month stint months and in some cases years later. $5000 plus classes/photographs etc is not uncommon. Parents are separated and the pressure on the kids can be immense.

As an agent I've seen both supportive and unsupportive parents looking for that break for their child here. I believe there is a greater realistic expectation in parents here but not by much. Parading a U.S five or six year old coupled with the parents transference of desperation to the child can be just too much to bear resulting in mixed up children and teens later.

Guide don't lead. Gently usher the child in Their direction and not yours................

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BB CH5 and the new 'Only way is Essex'

Hi!  Summer break over and time to roll my sleeves up, put my finger back on the pulse and off we go.  I watched last night's launch with interest. Particularly liked Sally Burko for not following the sheep, doing her own thing and entering the controversy of the Big Brother house now owned by CH5. Think there will be some raised eyebrows in the Commons today but hey ho!

For those that don't know the makers of 'The Only Way is Essex' are looking to create a Liverpool model. I guess even more colourful characters and quirkiness to come but that is what T.V is about. Colour, quirkiness and conflict :).

I auditioned for BB a couple of years ago getting through a couple of rounds including a  mock up of the Diary room which is really quite surreal!

My belief is if you want something, if you want to try out then DO IT! Take your courage in both hands and launch forward. Have a great weekend all X

Who REALLY wants to be on T.V?: BB CH5 and the new 'Only way is Essex'

Who REALLY wants to be on T.V?: BB CH5 and the new 'Only way is Essex': Hi! Summer break over and time to roll my sleeves up, put my finger back on the pulse and off we go. I watched last night's launch with i...

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Who REALLY wants to be on T.V?: A documentary on the power of editing?

Who REALLY wants to be on T.V?: A documentary on the power of editing?: "My experiences on 'Quiz Trippers' has highlighted the absolute power of the editor and the absolute lack of power for the person/people bei..."

A documentary on the power of editing?

My experiences on 'Quiz Trippers' has highlighted the absolute power of the editor and the absolute lack of power for the person/people being edited unless you are an A lister in some blockbuster.

The editor has an absolute responsibility to those involved to portray reality participants in a fair, representative and just manner as those in newspapers.

Has T.V become a back door for saying and doing what you want through the medium of visuals?

An editor is the magician. Through visuals they hold the magic wand creating a whole range of impressions and images for the viewer, some fair, some otherwise.

I would like to see a documentary on editing and how it can affect those involved for the the good and otherwise AND for those taking part in reality type shows to see their involvement before it is shown. Forewarned is forearmed and if appropriate say 'no' to it being transmitted.

Who REALLY wants to be on T.V?: Quiz Trippers -The People of Scotland

Who REALLY wants to be on T.V?: Quiz Trippers -The People of Scotland: "On the plus side I would like to thank the people of Scotland for their welcome(s). and in particular Jim on night one, the students in Dun..."

Quiz Trippers -The People of Scotland

On the plus side I would like to thank the people of Scotland for their welcome(s). and in particular Jim on night one, the students in Dundee inc the winners who bought us a drink and the Moffat crew and all in general for your hospitality.

Scotland has the most spectacular scenery -sadly didn't see Nessie but hey another time maybe. Once again, thank you.

xxxx

Quiz Trippers: My Verdict - If you want it

This project was billed as a road trip with four strangers taking part in nightly quizzes. We were all pre filmed in our everyday lives where I laughed, giggled and generally joined in the spirit of things.

When chosen I thought I was lucky. I'm not so green. I did know that any friction would  be filmed -I was told as much but my god, the editing sword was pretty vicious (to some anyway).

Before transmission I asked how do We/I look. The reply came back and I quote

'' You look like five strangers on a trip''

Little did I know that we'd be used for cheap shots and to be made a mockery of. Well, certainly three of us were.

At no point were we warned about the editing slant and the incessant editing slant at that.

For the record:  We received NO PAY (See comment below). Lost a week of our earnings and I seriously now question the team (TV Crew and Television Centre Team) who I considered to be our friends. Now I realise why they might have been.

So much footage was available 24/7's worth but individuals who weren't even on the trip edited us apart from episode 1 which was o.k to be fair.

I'm left feeling like a fairground freak.

My questions are:
 'What was the aim of this show?'  More importantly 'What were the objectives?' and at what cost to those involved who let's not forget have a life to go back to?

None of us were thick dimwits. All had to score a reasonable number of questions correctly in audition but the voice over/editing gave you an impression otherwise.

I'm all for leg pulling and yes there was clearly friction but there were lots of laughs too. Channel 4 said this was a show with humour in it -where?

I've read unpleasant, personal comments about myself and others on the trip presumably to make themselves look important when they've had nothing to do with the project. I guess you know who you are.

I feel let down by those responsible for producing the show.

My advice:  Don't audition for a second series if there is one unless you are up for a character assassination.


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Who REALLY wants to be on T.V?: Quiz Trippers: My Verdict - If you want it

Who REALLY wants to be on T.V?: Quiz Trippers: My Verdict - If you want it: "This project was billed as a road trip with four strangers taking part in nightly quizzes. We were all pre filmed in our everyday lives whe..."

Who REALLY wants to be on T.V?: Quiz Trippers: Edinburgh Tonight

Who REALLY wants to be on T.V?: Quiz Trippers: Edinburgh Tonight: "Edinburgh quiz tonight. I SO wanted to take a look around this beautiful city but due to roadworks and need to get to our base before the qu..."

Quiz Trippers: Edinburgh Tonight

Edinburgh quiz tonight. I SO wanted to take a look around this beautiful city but due to roadworks and need to get to our base before the quiz it just wasn't possible. Tough quiz tonight. Enjoy!

Scotland rocks!!!

Who REALLY wants to be on T.V?: Quiz Trippers: Karaoke in Dundee

Who REALLY wants to be on T.V?: Quiz Trippers: Karaoke in Dundee: "Tonight, some much needed respite at the end of our quiz in Dundee with our fun loving student friends who were very welcoming. I was aske..."

Quiz Trippers: Karaoke in Dundee

Tonight, some much needed respite at the end of our quiz in Dundee with our fun loving student friends who were very welcoming.
I was asked by producers to take part in the karaoke and being the fun person I am (really) me and Jen did.

It was a much needed respite from some of the challenges you've seen. Westlife 'Uptown Girl' aided by the sips of Cheeky Vimto bought for us after the pub quiz. I even managed to give a couple of psychic reads too.

I sincerely hope you see more of the fun in the days to come xx

Who REALLY wants to be on T.V?: Quiz Trippers: The Power of Editing!

Who REALLY wants to be on T.V?: Quiz Trippers: The Power of Editing!: "O.K. I knew what potentially was coming but it's amusing how editing labels you combined with the slant of the v/o. Footage 24/7 captured i..."

Quiz Trippers: The Power of Editing!

O.K. I knew what potentially was coming but it's amusing how editing labels you combined with the slant of the v/o. Footage 24/7 captured in 23 something minutes means pointed highlights. Most of our day was pretty mundane. Interesting how we've been pigeon holed. I started with a sense of fun which continued on the trip (see what I mean about editing?) we don't see at as yet.
A bit like a pantomime. The good guys and the bad guys and and at times an irritating voice over. Dave Lamb he ain't!

I sincerely hope you get to see the funny bits too xxx

Who REALLY wants to be on T.V?: Episode 1 Quiz Trippers 4oD

Who REALLY wants to be on T.V?: Episode 1 Quiz Trippers 4oD: "Well, Ep 1 in the bag. Could you answer the questions. How many did you get? I've giggled at comments about how 'badly' we did perhaps now ..."

Episode 1 Quiz Trippers 4oD

Well, Ep 1 in the bag. Could you answer the questions. How many did you get? I've giggled at comments about how 'badly' we did perhaps now you'll see why :)

Episode 2 full of fireworks tomorrow at 5pm CH4  x

Quiz Trippers: Tonight's the Night!

Long awaited 'Quiz Trippers' starts tonight on Channel 4 at 5pm. It runs for five nights and in my mind is much more than a quiz show. It's five people with their own ways and idiosyncrasies but it Will be compelling viewing.

See for yourself!!

Who REALLY wants to be on T.V?: T.V Times..T.V Choice Feature 'Quiz Trippers'

Who REALLY wants to be on T.V?: T.V Times..T.V Choice Feature 'Quiz Trippers': "T.V Times T.V Choice and others with features for coming week on Quiz Trippers. Picture taken by STV shows me and Jen wearing the same vibr..."

T.V Times..T.V Choice Feature 'Quiz Trippers'

T.V Times T.V Choice and others with features for coming week on Quiz Trippers. Picture taken by STV shows me and Jen wearing the same vibrant red lippy. I couldn't find mine so quickly borrowed hers!

Do watch on Monday at 5pm x