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Find your funny at The Maile School

The Maile School is offering a new and exciting program for kids & teens on Improvisation.

Did you know Improv is the art of composing, uttering, executing or arranging anything without previous preparation, in the moment. Learning Improv and Improvisational games can be a very useful tool in your acting, auditioning, and public speaking or as a means of overcoming shyness.

This special program is taught by The Maile School’s own Jim Braswell, who studied at the Sak Comedy Lab with and under Whose Line’s Wayne Brady. Jim’s 20+ years in the Entertainment Industry includes being a member of the Disney Comedy Troupe; Streetmosphere/Citizen of Hollywood and as an Audience Warm Up for various Disney Attractions and television shows taped at Disney.

This program is creative, interactive and hands on and will cover the basics of improv, adding improv to improve your auditions, learn comedy, timing, working with partners and building self-confidence. All students will create an improv skit and perform in a live showcase in front of an audience. We will also invite a guest agent in to watch the show.

The start dates is next Saturday, March 11th from 4 pm to 6 p m.

Call The Maile Image, Modeling & Acing School today at 407-628-5989 to register or to receive more information.

Improv is fun! Improv is exciting! And improv is the subject of the next big thing at The Maile Image, Modeling & Acting School!

The Maile School is located in Winter Park and is home to John Peros Casting, Central Florida’s top Casting Director. The school has been training talent since 1982 and is recommended by top agents, photographers and clients.

Its Spring Break time at The Maile School!

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Its Spring Break time at The Maile School.

Looking for a fun activity? The Maile School is offering a 1 day fun, active & creative workshop for kids & teens.

This hands on workshop will focus on cold reads, commercials, etiquette, table settings, everyday manners, 2 part commercials and public speaking taught by Debby Tapia.

Debby has been with The Maile School for over 25 years and has been an instrumental part of the school’s success. She is a certified Etiquette Consultant trained at the American School of Protocol in Atlanta, Georgia.

If you are new to the industry or already a working actor this informative workshop will help. If you are looking to try something new and build confidence come and check it out. You will not be disappointed.

Our Spring Break 1 day workshop is on Wednesday, March 22nd from 10am to 1pm and held here at The Maile School.

All students perform and train on camera as well as perform in front of a live audience at the end. We invite all parents in the last 30 minutes for a review, watch the video and to see all the students perform live.

All skill levels are welcome for ages 7 to 16 years and the entire workshop focuses on acting and building self-esteem.

The Maile Image, Modeling and Acting School has been working with students and training talent since 1982. We have produced many successful graduates such as Mandy Moore from the NBC hit show This is Us, Jack Griffo from Nickelodeons The Thundermans as Max Thunderman, Norm Lewis from Broadway as Phantom in Phantom of the Opera and Stefanie Scott formally Lexi Reed on Disney’s ANT FARM, and Michael Campion as Jackson on the Netflix series Fuller House.

Come, have fun and spend the day at The Maile School in our 1 day hands on Spring Break workshop, Wednesday, March 22nd.

Call now 407-628-5989.

Star Talent: Zachary Tucker

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Star Talent: Zachary Tucker

Maile School graduate Zachary Tucker is 12 years old and home schooled. He attended many programs and workshops here at The Maile Image, Modeling & Acting School. He first started with our 1 day workshop, then enrolled into the kids on camera acting, on to our teen acting, John Peros audition workshop and Improvisation with Jim Braswell. Since this is his passion he also attended our two advanced level programs that include the monologue and scene study program and the All Star Performing Troop.

Zachary landed a variety of film roles that include Robo Dog 2, Sitter, Rifa, A Walk and I Live. His commercial, TV, print and video work includes an industrial video for The Maile School, Winter Science Spectacular at the Orlando Science Center, Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, the Orange County History Center and Ted the Trainman to name a few.

Zach’s mom Stacy Tucker says, “The Maile School is Zachary’s favorite place to go on Saturday. He enjoys the activities that are taught in class. The teachers are always bringing out the best in him. He has grown, as an actor, so much since he has started attending! His confidence is being built and he knows that when he auditions, he is giving it his all and doing what he has been taught! Maile has been awesome for Zachary.”

When Zachary has down time his hobbies are video games, legos, in which he loves to build the Titanic out of without any guide to help him, reading, going to Disney, riding his bike, watching movies and playing with his best little furry bud Leo!

We are so happy for Zachary and his industry success so far. We can’t wait to see what’s next for this talented!

Pictured is Zachary at the Robo Dog 2 Premier with Michael Campion another Maile School grad.

The Maile School offers classes in Image & Confidence Development, Professional Modeling and on Camera Acting for TV, Commercials and Film. We have programs for adults, teens and kids starting at the age of 4 years old.

Dedra Curtis: 2016 Ms. Citrus Perfect Woman

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Dedra Curtis: 2016 Ms. Citrus Perfect Woman

For over 30 years, Maile School modeling & acting grad Dedra Curtis has judged, competed, and held various State and National pageant titles calling her passion for pageantry, modeling and acting her “alter-ego”.

As Mrs. Florida Spirit 2011, she won the national title, Mrs. American Spirit 2011-2012 and made appearances throughout the United States. Most recently, Dedra was 2015 Ms. Georgia United States Woman, winning 3rd runner up at Ms. United States and currently holds National Titles: 2016 Ms. Citrus and 2016 Ms. Citrus Perfect Woman.

Dedra is a pre-law graduate from the University of Central Florida, Founder / CEO of Legal1 Self-Help Legal Center which was accepted on the first season of ABC’s hit show Shark Tank. She is National Executive Director of American Spirit Pageants, Founder of Queen Bee Elite Group, a pageantry training resource and sisterhood with a mission of mentoring.

In addition, Dedra is heavily active in the community. Her many charities are Good-Will Ambassador for The Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals, Lighthouse Central Florida, Special Olympics, Westgate Foundation, Make A Wish Foundation, The American Diabetes Association and Shriner’s Children’s Hospitals, to name a few. Due to her involvement, she has raised over 2 million dollars benefiting charities throughout the nation.

Dedra was recognized by Orlando Woman Newspaper as 2011’s Woman To Watch, selected by Femme Decor to be one of five local “celebrities” to participate in their local “Dancing with the Stars.” The event raised several thousands of dollars for the UCF and Valencia Nursing Programs. She also was nominated in 2013 in the Orlando Business Journal’s to 40 under 40 professionals and received the Central Florida Citrus Council’s Visionary Award Nomination.

We are so happy for Dedra. Keep up the great work!

Shellita Boxie of SMB Entertainment

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Shellita Boxie of SMB Entertainment

Shellita Boxie of SMB Entertainment has been a part of the Maile School for over 12 years. Both as a student and an instructor in the Image, Modeling & On Camera Acting programs. She considers herself a peer trainer who brings “The Set Experience” to the classroom.

She has been in the entertainment industry for over 15 years working in Commercials, Films, Print, Television, Theater, Stunts, and Independent Film Castings.

Some of her impressive work include Disney, SeaWorld, Ford, Universal Studios, Shots Fired, Baby Driver, Captain America: Civil War, Ballers, Walking Dead, Selma, and Hunger Games: Mockingjay.

She also had the opportunity to work on Tyler Perry’s films such as Madeas Big Happy Family and The Family That Preys. Shellita is a Member of the Screen Actor Guild and a 2 time Nomination for Best Stunt Ensemble. (Walking Dead and Captain America: Civil War)
She is an Orlando Mentor and was recognized as Mentor of the year on 2016.
She is also a volunteer for the SAG Foundation as a BookPal Reader and a personal trainer to some of Orlando’s most talented actors. Shellita tells her clients, “Stay ready so you don’t have to get ready… Spiritually, Mentally and Physically. This is a rough business but having the right mindset and the right people leading you in the right direction can make a world of difference. Don’t be the Walking Dead.. Be a Baller.”

Shellita is teaming up with The Maile School where she is offering Professional Direction Management. Acting as somewhat of a manager she will assist in Submitting to Agents, Choosing an Agent, Creating & Writing your Resume, Navigating Casting Sites, Establish Connections, Preparing for your Audition, Understanding Contracts and more. So if you need help getting your packages together, let Shellita help you take it to the next level!

Contact The Maile Image, Modeling & Acting School for more info at

407-628-5989.

Maile School Grad: SARAH MEAHL PERFORMING IN CIRQUE DU SOLEIL’S PARAMOUR ON BROADWAY

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Maile School Grad: SARAH MEAHL PERFORMING IN
CIRQUE DU SOLEIL’S PARAMOUR ON BROADWAY

Congrats to The Maile School acting grad Sarah Meahl. She now can be seen as Gina in Cirque du Soleil’s Broadway extravaganza Paramour as well as an understudy for Indigo.

Born and raised in Orlando, Sarah wanted to perform and studied acting, dancing and trained as a gymnast. She spent most of her time the traveling the East Coast with her dance team, winning national titles and awards.

On the acting side she booked a variety of work that included commercials, TV episodes, industrials, and advertisements. Some of her credits include Disney Cruise Line, MGM Studios, and Courts TV Haunting Evidence: The Natalee Holloway Story as the starring role as Natalee Holloway as well as many theater productions.

Sarah went to Bishop Moore High School and graduated Magna Cum Laude from Point Park University with a Bachelor of Theatre Arts in Musical Theatre with a minor in Dance in 2012.

Sarah has traveled the country performing in musicals at different theaters. She judges dance competitions for multiple corporations, and teaches dance and gymnastics at many studios in New York City.

Sarah also models for sculptors and artists. She also performed in the 2016 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in which Sarah says was a happy moment for her.

Sarah is in Disney’s Royals as Cinderella. It is about Cinderella throwing a ball with all of her Royal friends that quickly becomes hijacked by Disney Villains. The song Royals by Lorde becomes the Anthem by which the Villains take back their power. Her other theater productions include The Little Mermaid, Can Can, and Nunsense to name a few.

If you are in New York go and support this Maile School grad Sarah as Gina in the jaw dropping Cirque du Soleil’s Broadway extravaganza Paramour. You won’t be disappointed.

The Maile Image, Modeling & Acting School offers classes in On Camera Acting for TV, Commercials & Film as well as breaking into the business.

Call us today for info 407-628-5989.

Maile School Star Talent Greg Davis Jr.

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Maile School Star Talent Greg Davis Jr.

Maile School acting graduate Greg Davis Jr. was born and raised in Orlando, Florida. He attended the on camera acting program here at The Maile School and began working immediately after finishing. He booked work on set at Nickelodeon’s popular show Gullah Gullah Island. Greg graduated from Dr. Phillips High School but a week before his graduation he almost died in an attempted carjacking. Since then he cites in faith in Jesus Christ to be the most important thing in his life.

Greg who now lives in Los Angeles and does quite a bit of traveling for roles has built quite an impressive resume. He played the role of music executive LA Reid in Lifetime’s TV movie titled Toni Braxton: Unbreak My Heart, the feature film Beyond The Lights as Officer Aforo, the TV show Espionage as Sebastian Young, Joseph in the film King of California that starred Michael Douglas, as well as a comedy improvisation series on the TBS television network titled 10 Items or Less to name a few.

Greg’s newest film is titled The Eyes and he is playing the role of Robby. The Eyes is about 6 strangers who are kidnapped and through governmental technology have proof they have all killed before and are told 5 will die this night, one may walk, and the six have 2 hours to decide who gets to live. The Eyes star Nicholas Turturro, Vincent Pastore, Megan West . The Eyes will be out this April.

Greg who also goes by the name Klarity has worked with the popular funny man comedian Kevin Hart on promotional videos.

Greg’s mom Carol Davis is also a Maile School acting and advanced acting graduate.

We are so happy for Greg and all of his industry success.

If you are interest in classes at The Maile Image, Modeling & Acting School give us a call at 407-628-5989.

MEET MAILE SCHOOL GRADUATE ADELE SPAGNOLO

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MEET MAILE SCHOOL GRADUATE

ADELE SPAGNOLO

Maile School Image, Modeling & Acting Graduate Adele Spagnolo is an aspiring actor and model.

She started her career in 2011 at the age of 11 years when her mom Patty enrolled her in the Image and Confidence Development program because Adele wanted to try modeling. Her mom thought the Image program would be the best one to start with to help build her confidence and communication skills. Upon completion she continued on into the Teen Modeling Program here at our school as well as the Summer Fashion Camp held at The Mall at Millenia and then on the different levels of acting programs here at The Maile School.

Some of her industry bookings include work for Bloomingdales, Macys, JCP, Orlando Science Center, Styles for Less, Rue 21, Francesca’s Closet, Buckle, Clinique, Urban Decay cosmetics and Mall at Millenia.

Adele is now 17 years old, in 11^th grade and is home schooled. She plans to graduate 6 months early. She enjoys fashion, make up artistry, special effects make up, knitting, and sewing. Adele says, “I really wanted to be a model but after taking the various acting programs I found a love for acting but I will do it all”.

The Maile School was so impressed with Adele and asked her to apply for our Internship Program for volunteer hours. Of course we hired her and now 3 years later she is still part of the team.

Adele wants to stay involved and in this business booking jobs and plans to attend Joe Blasco Makeup Center. After that she plans to go to the University of Central Florida and study Business. With her Business degree and wants to open up her own salon. Adele is the daughter of Patty and Rosario from Maitland.

The Maile School has been working with students and training talent since 1982. The school has been in business longer than any other school of its kind. Call today for info 407-628-5989.

Improvisation Workshop for Kids & Teens at The Maile School

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Improvisation Workshop for Kids & Teens at The Maile School

Hey there! Do you know where your funny bone is? Are you sure that you even have one? Improvisation can help you answer those questions!

Have you seen Whose Line Is It Anyway or been to a Comedy show and wondered how they come up with funny things so quickly, right off the top of their heads?

It’s Improv!

Improvisation is the art of composing, uttering, executing or arranging anything without previous preparation, in the moment.

Learning Improv and Improvisational games can be a very useful tool in your acting, auditioning, public speaking or as a means of overcoming shyness.

Improv is fun! Improv is exciting! And improv is the subject of the next big workshop at The Maile School!

Taught by The Maile School’s own Jim Braswell, who studied at the Sak Comedy Lab with and under Whose Line’s Wayne Brady. Jim’s 20+ years in the Entertainment Industry includes being a member of the Disney Comedy Troupe; Streetmosphere/Citizen of Hollywood and as an Audience Warm Up for various Disney Attractions and television shows taped at Disney. Victoria, who has studied teen acting with Jim, her mom says “She completed her 12 week acting program at The Maile School and has become his biggest fan. She was so excited to hear he is with Brevard Talent Group agency too.”

Jim welcomes the chance to help you find your “funny”! Let’s tap into those creative juices and see what flows. And if you walk away having learned very little you won’t walk away not having fun! This workshop promises to be fun and exciting for beginners or intermediates. The workshop is this Saturday, February 11th from 3:30pm to 7:30pm with parents coming back the last 30 minutes to see the students perform an improv showcase.

Call The Maile Image, Modeling & Acing School today at 407-628-5989 to register.

The cost is only $65!

China Taylor dancing with Lady GaGa at the Super Bowl this Sunday

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China Taylor dancing with Lady GaGa at the Super Bowl this Sunday

Are you going to watch the Super Bowl this Sunday? Even if you are not a fan of the game then just watch the half time show and be sure to look for The Maile School acting grad China Taylor. She is one of the dancers performing with Lady Gaga and will be front and center.

China booked her first World Tour at the age of 17 years old. If she looks familiar you may have seen her dance on a few episodes of Glee as well as Mad Men and SuperStore. Last month, she also performed with Lady Gaga at the Victoria Secret Fashion Show live on TV.

China, who is now 20 has been dancing for many years and is one of the original dancers from WilldaBeast Adams immaBeast Dance Crew and has been featured in live shows and music videos with pop stars such as Beyonce, Britney Spears, Janet Jackson, Jennifer Lopez, Jason Derulo, the group duo Karmin, and Zendaya from the Disney channel. China has performed and danced with artist on music shows such as the VMA’s, AMA’s, MTV, American Idol, and X-Factor.

She is a local girl and attended acting classes here at The Maile Image, Modeling & Acting School in Winter Park and went to Bear Lake Elementary, Teague Middle and Lake Brantley High School.

Her mom, Tijon Robinson, says, “The curriculum at the Maile School provides an outlet and invitation for communication and expression with peers. What we feel comfortable verbalizing, we can pursue.”

At the age 15, China moved to Los Angeles to peruse her dreams of dancing and performing.

Well…. Her dreams came true and we could not be happier for her.

We can’t wait to see China perform with Lady GaGa this Sunday, February 5, 2017 during the half time show at Super Bowl LI.

If you are interested in the many programs at The Maile Image, Modeling & Acting School give us a call today at 407-628-5989. Don’t wait start now.