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Did you know Mandy Moore is a graduate?

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The Maile School?

mandy-moore-headshot-maile-schoolMandy Moore is a singer, songwriter and actress. Mandy first came out on the scene with her 1999 debut single, “Candy“, which peaked at number 41 on the BillboardHot 100. After signing with Epic Records, she released her first album, So Real and in the year 2000 her single, “I Wanna Be with You“, became her first Top 30 song in the US, peaking at number 24 on the Hot 100 chart.

Outside of her music career, Mandy perused acting and was in films such as Dr. Dolittle 2The Princess Diaries, alongside Anne Hathaway and her first starring role as Jamie Sullivan in the 2002 romantic hit film A Walk to Remember. She also starred in other films, including How to Deal (2003), Chasing Liberty (2004), Saved! (2004) and co-starred in the 2006 comedy American Dreamz.

The following year, Mandy co-starred in the romantic comedies Be cause I Said So and License to Wed. In 2010, she was the voice of Rapunzel in Disney’s animated hit film Tangled, in which she performed the duet “I See the Light” with Zachary Levi; the song won a Grammy for Best Song Written for Visual Media. She later reprised her role in the short film Tangled Ever After, and will do so again on the Disney Channel TV series based on the film in 2017. 

Mandy currently can be seen playing the role of Rebecca on Tuesdays nights in NBC’s popular new show This is Us.  The TV dramedy series is created by Dan Fogelman which and stars Milo VentimigliaSterling K. BrownChrissy MetzJustin HartleySusan Kelechi WatsonChris Sullivan and Ron Cephas Jones. This is Us is about the family lives and connections of several people who all share the same birthday and the ways in which they’re similar and different.this-is-us-the-maile-school

Mandy Moore attended the on camera kids acting program here at The Maile Image, Modeling & Acting School. The Maile School has been working with students and training talent since 1982. Call the school at 407-628-5989 to find about our exciting programs.

Man Down Justin Smith

 

 

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                             Man Down Justin Smith

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Former Maile School acting instructor and professional modeling and acting grad Justin Smith is an actor, known for his role on ABC’s hit soap General Hospital as Holt and the feature film Man Down as Stanton. Man Down will premier in theaters December 2nd.

 

Maile School’s President Debbie Wisner says, “Justin was great to have here on our staff. First as a student then as an instructor. He gave a lot to all the students and he just had that ‘it’ factor. We all knew it was a matter of time.

 

 

 

justin-smith-maile-schoolMan Down takes place in post-apocalyptic North America, former U.S. Marine Gabriel Drummer (Shia LaBeouf), searches desperately for the whereabouts of his son, Jonathan, and wife, Natalie (Kate Mara), accompanied by his best friend (Jai Courtney) and a survivor (Clifton Collins, Jr.). Justin landed a lead role the film Silent Fall (2007) where he traveled all the way to Cape Town, South Africa where he spent four months filming throughout Cape Town, and also gained some much appreciated life experience. After returning from South Africa, Justin found himself in New York where he was cast in his first major television role on the CBS soap opera, As The World Turns. This led to other roles on television such as Army Wives (2007), Burn Notice (2007) and The CW’s The Vampire Diaries (2009). He also landed film work in A Good Day to Die Hard (2013) starring Bruce Willis, and the comedy Walk of Shame (2014). Justin was also a host and a popular face on the syndicated morning news and entertainment show The Daily Buzz.

 

 

To see more on Justin Smith check out his IMDB page here.

The Maile School offers classes in Image & Confidence Development, On Camera Acting for TV, Commercials and Film and Professional Modeling. Call the school at 407-628-5989 to get your career stared today!

John Peros Casting

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                    John Peros Casting 

 

 

The Maile Image, Modeling & Acting School is the hub of the entertainment industry and home to John Peros Casting. The Maile School has been working with students and training talent since 1982.  Hundreds of TV commercials, films, industrial and print campaigns are cast at The Maile School by John Peros Casting.

John is the owner of John Peros Casting, one of the top casting companies in the South East.  He has worked on projects & casted for clients such as Publix, SeaWorld, Busch Gardens, Papa Johns, Nickelodeon, MTV, ESPN, All Major networks, as well as episodic TV,  films, music videos & print campaigns.  John is an acclaimed actor, producer, director & playwright.  He is the producer of the critically acclaimed film FOOTPRINTS.

 

The Maile School is happy to host hands on Commercial Audition Workshops for adults, teens and kids presented by John Peros. His workshop are a great way to continue your education and stay current with your skills as well as being able to ask John questions that you can’t when you audition with him.

 

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The next available workshops are:
Teens & Kids / Saturday November 12th / 1pm to 4pm / Parents back at 3:30pm for a Question & Answer session

 

Adults / Sunday November 13th / 1pm to 5pm

 

Don’t miss your chance to train with the best as John will simulate the audition
process exclusively at The Maile School.

 

Invest in your career today and call 407-628-5989 or email us at info@lisamaile.com.

Killing Reagan

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         Killing Reagan

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Congratulations goes out to Maile School’s Acting Instructor and Vocal Performance Coach Jim Braswell. He landed a role on National Geographic’s Killing Reagan.  Killing Reagan explores the events surrounding the shocking assassination attempt on newly elected President Ronald Reagan by John Hinckley Jr., starring Tim Matheson as President Ronald Reagan and Cynthia Nixon as Nancy Reagan. Jim plays Dr. Manfred Lichtman.  The filmed premiered on Sunday, October 16th but be sure to check your local listing for other Killing Reagan additional airtimes.

Jim says, “The life of an actor is hard and sometimes the victories are few but they are victories nonetheless. The struggle is real. Now on to the next audition!

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He received the Critics’ Choice Awards for Best Male Performance and Best Play—Drama for Thomas Jefferson: My Master, My Slave, My Friend at the 2016 Fringe Festival. His performance was nothing short of incredible.

 

Jim has over 25 years of experience in the industry and was a judge for 5 ½ years at Disney’s American Idol Experience. He offers one on one vocal performance coaching here at The Maile School helping talented singers take their performance to the next level.  If you are interested in working with Jim call The Maile School at 407-628-5989 to book your private lesson.

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We are happy to have him on our team here at The Maile School.

Check out what we offer by visiting our website at www.lisamaile.com or email us at info@lisamaile.com

Tony Robinette lands role on Fresh Off The Boat

Tony Robinette lands role on ABC’s Fresh Off The Boat

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Exciting news for Maile School Acting & Advanced Acting graduate Tony Robinette. He landed a role on the ABC comedy hit show Fresh Off The Boat.
Tony was happy to share his good news and said,  “I just booked an awesome funny co star on a prime time TV show that’s has been on my target list for 3 seasons. Whoop Whoop!”
We are so proud to help spread the word on Tony.

It’s the ’90s and 12 year old, hip-hop loving Eddie (Hudson Yang) just moved to suburban Orlando from DC’s Chinatown with his parents (Randall Park and Constance Wu). It’s culture shock for his immigrant family in this comedy about pursuing the American Dream.

Fresh Off the Boat stars Randall Park as Louis, Constance Wu as Jessica, Hudson Yang as Eddie, Forrest Wheeler as Emery and Ian Chen as Evan.
Fresh Off The Boat is based on Chef Eddie Huang’s memoir Fresh Off the Boat and airs on Tuesdays nights at 9pm on ABC.

fresh-off-the-boatTony can also be seen in the comedy film The Best Thanksgiving Ever playing the role of a cashier.
His other industry credits include Spring Breakers (2012), Robo-Dog (2015) and commercials for Aflac, Honda, Hungry Howies and Universal to name a few.

 

 

For more information on Tony Robinette contact The Maile Image, Modeling & Acting School at 407-628-5989 or email us at frontdesk@lisamaile.com. The Maile School has been training talent since 1982 offering programs in Image & Confidence Development, On Camera Acting and Professional Modeling for adults, teens and kids.

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Maile Grads Work: Justin Smith

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Congrats to advanced acting and modeling graduate Justin Smith. He began work this past December as Corporal Stanton in the psychological thriller titled Man Down directed by Dito Montiel and starring Shia LaBeouf and Gary Oldman. The film follows a haunted Afghanistan war veteran who attempts to come to terms with his past while searching for his family in a post-apocalyptic America..

Justin also worked on the set of The Exes starring Donald Faison and Wayne Knight that aired on TV Land a few weeks ago. Justin has built up quite a resume working on the feature films Baby, Baby, Baby with Brian Klugman and Kelsey Grammer, Walk of Shame, A Good Day to Die Hard as well as the TV mini-series How to Break Up with Your Girlfriend Before Football Season. Be sure to see Justin in theatres next year in Man Down. Man-Down-Justin-Smith-Maile-School

 

Maile Grads Work: Patrick Fenimore Credit Karma Shark

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Any shark week fans out there? If so you’ve probably seen the Credit Karma Shark commercial airing.  Maile acting graduate Patrick Fenimore stars in the commercial as a surfer with a shark who is worried about his credit score.  He offers the shark some helpful advice about visiting creditkarma.com. The commercial can be seen below.

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Patrick said, “I still wanted to break into acting and appear on SNL. After getting a job with Brevard County Fire Rescue, I fell in love with firefighting. I put plan A aside and worked on plan B becoming a firefighter/paramedic. I’ve been a firefighter paramedic now for over 7 years.” About a year and half ago, Patrick decided to give his acting career another shot by enrolling in our adult acting program as well as our advanced improv class. He has booked some industry work for WKMG Local 6,  Christener’s Steak House (where he got to drink wine and eat steak, which he says was awesome!), a PSA for harbor house of Orlando, a web commercial for an LED lighted patio furniture on Brookstone’s website, and just recently booked a Credit Karma commercial. Patrick says, “I highly recommend The Maile School. They always look out for the students in making sure they never get ripped off and always want to see the students succeed. The staff is great, friendly and always smiling when you walk in.”

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Maile School Graduate & Instructor Shellita Boxie Laughs with the Dolphins

shellita_boxieMaile School Graduate & Instructor Shellita Boxie laughs with the Dolphins

Have you seen the hilarious laughing dolphin commercial for SeaWorld?  If so, that would be Maile School acting graduate and instructor Shellita Boxie.  The commercial titled “Mom Speaks Dolphin” is currently airing and you can also check it out below.

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Shellita is a SAG stunt actress and has doubled for some of Hollywood’s leading ladies in films such  as Why did I Get Married Two, Medea’s Big Happy Family, and TV shows for Single Ladies, The Middle, and The Young and the Restless.  Her commercial credits include Publix, SeaWorld, Lunchables, & Derek Jeter Ford Edge to name a few.  Shellita earned her BA Degree in Communications from UCF.

Shellita will be teaching a Stunt Acting Seminar at The Maile School on Tuesday, August 26th.  If you are interested in learning about stunt work and becoming a stunt double, call the school to reserve your seat! (Students & Grads Only)

 

 

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August Newsletter: Noah Schnacky: Star on the Rise

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The August newsletter is here! On the cover is acting graduate Noah Schnacky with exciting news!

Also included this month is Star Talent,  Summer Camp Pictures, 1 Day Workshops, FREE monthly seminars and so much more!

Don’t forget to email us your news to newsletter@lisamaile.com so you can be included in next months newsletter! We love to hear what our students and graduates are up to!

 

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June Newsletter: Jem and The Holograms Movie

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The June newsletter is here! On the cover is acting graduates Aubrey Peeples and Stefanie Scott starring together in the new Jem and The Holograms Movie.

Also included this month is Star Talent,  Summer Camp Dates, 1 Day Workshops, FREE monthly seminars and so much more!

Don’t forget to email us your news to newsletter@lisamaile.com so you can be included in next months newsletter! We love to hear what our students and graduates are up to!

 

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