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Maile Grad Aubrey Peeples Update!

Aubrey-Peeples-Maile-GradUpdate on acting graduate and performing troop member Aubrey Peeples

If you are a Nashville fan then you know Aubrey plays the role of Layla Grant on the ABC smash hit. Wendy, Aubrey’s mom says, “Stayed tuned the Nashville season finale it should be pretty exciting”! Aubrey had her Opry debut (as Aubrey, not Layla) this past February. You can go to:  http://www.wsmonline.com/watch-listen/opry/?ccm_paging_p=2 and listen to her live performance on the archive on 2/8/2014 (it’s about half way through the show). They are trying to work out with her schedule to have another appearance in the near future. She recorded with the rest of the Nashville cast a live music special at the Ryman Theatre that will air on ABC on April 23rd. Be on the look out for the release date for her movie she did with Nicholas Cage titled Tokarev. More updates are coming soon on Aubrey! She has some exciting things happening and we should  have some information to release  in the very near future.  Show Aubrey some love and follow her on twitter- @aubreypeeples, Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/AubreyPeeples and Instagram-  http://instagram.com/heypeeplesitsaubrey

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Maile Grad Norm Lewis Makes History as Broadway’s 1st Black Phantom

Norm-Lewis-Andrew-Llyod-WeberMaile Grad Norm Lewis makes history as Broadway’s First Black Phantom

Congratulations to acting graduate Norm Lewis for becoming Broadway’s first black phantom.

“Phantom of the Opera” is the longest running show in Broadway history. Thirteen men have played the role of Phantom on Broadway, but the one making headlines is Norm Lewis.
He was featured as ABC’s Person of the Week. In an interview with ABC Norm said, “I’m just so excited to be a part of this history. People have a certain vision of a particular character and, a lot of times, we as minorities don’t fit that particular vision. And now, I think that people are a little more open to that.”
The legendary creator of the show, Andrew Lloyd Webber (pictured left with Norm), said the Broadway world is becoming more colorblind.
“Phantom of the Opera” featuring Norm Lewis begins on Monday, May 12, at the Majestic Theater.
Norm is known for his role of Sen. Edison Davis on ABC’s hit show Scandal.

Below is Norm featured on ABC’s Person of the Week.

[youtube height=”315″ width=”560″]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9AKznxiJ0S0[/youtube]

April Newsletter: A Whole New World for Sarah Meahl

Thanks For Visiting Maile News

The April newsletter is here! On the cover is acting graduate Sarah Meahl with news on her role as Ariel’s stunt double in the co-production of Disney’s Little Mermaid.

Also included this month is Star Talent, Fashion Show Pictures, Summer Camp Dates, 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!

 

Read the April Newsletter

Maile Graduates Work: Garrett Stiell

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Scholastic Booktalk with Garrett Stiell

Kids Acting graduate & Performing Troop  Member Garrett Stiell has been busy working in the industry.  He recently shot an industrial video for Scholastics.  The video is part of their Booktalk series.

A booktalk is a short, engaging, and enthusiastic presentation designed to inspire others to read the same book. Garrett’s booktalk is on “The Adventures of Arnie the Doughnut: Bowling Alley Bandit.”

More on Garrett:

Garrett is 8 years old and in the 3rd grade at Park Maitland. He also recently booked a commercial for Orlando Dodge with WKMG. Garrett also had a callback for a movie titled Lila and Eve starring Jennifer Lopez and Viola Davis.  He was in the final 4 for the lead role as Viola Davis’s son. Mom Robbie said, “Even though he didn’t book the role it was a great experience for him.”

 Below is a link to Garrett’s Booktalk video:

 http://bcove.me/46mw1um5

Maile Graduates Work: Autumn Rae Shannon

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Maile Graduate Autumn Rae Shannon featured on Ellen Degeneres Website!

Kid’s acting graduate and All Star Troop member Autumn Rae Shannon was recently featured on a blog posting on the Ellen Degeneres Show.  The blog  features two videos of Autumn Rae singing and includes a short story on her love for music. The story was posted on January 21st under The Good News with The Ellen Degeneres Show.

More on Autumn

Autumn is 8 yrs old and has been singing since she was 2 1/2.  She stays busy with her singing but also loves acting.  She recently booked a national commercial for Dairy Queen and landed a spot on a television show in Japan. Autumn was the 2013 winner of the Seminole Towne Center Talent Showcase produced and sponsored by the Maile School beating out over 60 contestants. She wowed the judges with her powerful voice.

Below is a video of Autumn singing “At Last”.

 

[youtube height=”315″ width=”560″]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DDQ7a-PlkGk[/youtube]

 

Tweet Your Way to Success: Developing a social media strategy for Twitter

Have you ever wondered how to use Twitter to promote yourself in the industry?

Well wonder no more! Sign up for Tweet Your Way to Success: Developing a social media strategy for Twitter with Maile instructor Rachelle Lucas.

 

RachelleRachelle Lucas, who is known as an avid traveler and culinary enthusiast, has delivered over 50 television and radio interviews reaching millions of consumers. She has a combined personal social media following of over 65k with average impression over 1.2 million.
Her personal story of success starting as a next gen owning a boutique bed and breakfast in Central Florida to her entrepreneurial endeavor to become an international travel video journalist and blogger is well documented in magazines and newspaper publications.
Rachelle is also an energetic media spokeswoman; since 2008 she has been booked as a corporate spokesperson for several dozen sponsored television appearances, radio interviews, and live events where she offers valuable personal travel information coupled with company and product endorsements.

 

“Discover the techniques I’ve used to develop a following of 60,000+ followers that has led to jobs including hosting on HSN, being invited as a guest on TV morning shows, and getting paid to travel.”

 

 

This customized session for Actors will have the following take-aways:

  • Getting started with your Twitter account and learning the lingo.
  • Helpful online tools for organizing tweets, creating lists of influencers, and keeping an eye on what to read and follow.
  • How to build an audience and become an influencer yourself by creating a platform.
  • Participating in Twitter Parties and Chats.
  • Creating a plan that only takes an average of 20 minutes a day to manage.
  • Examples of how to make money as an influencer

 

Click here or call the school for more information: 407-628-5989

One Day Workshops at The Maile School

Maile-School-EtiquetteMaile School One Day Workshops

One day workshops are a great way for students to sample classes The Maile School has to offer. Each workshop is unique and covers different topics from various programs.  They are perfect for new students who aren’t sure what area they’d like to pursue and also good for current students to continue training and stay current with the industry techniques. All workshops are taught by industry professionals in the areas of their expertise.

Some of the topics covered are:

On Camera Cold Reads
Auditioning Techniques
2 Part Commercials
Etiquette, Dining & Table Manners (pictured right)
Building Confidence & Self Esteem
Runway & Modeling
Photography & Photo Posing
Skin Care & Makeup Application

Click here or visit our calendar for the next upcoming workshop!

Maile Graduates Work: Mary Grace Stars in Theatrical Release

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Mary Grace Stars in Theatrical Release

Acting graduate Mary Grace is Starring in the apocalyptic Feature film, FINAL:The Rapture that had its Worldwide premiere at Regal Cinemas LA LIVE June 27, 2013 and is being released Nationwide in select theaters January, 2014.

A gritty, international tale of four separate stories woven together by a common theme: the Rapture. Mary Grace plays the role of Rochelle Nelson.

For more info on where to see FINAL: The Rapture visit:
http://FinalTheMovie.com/

 

More on Mary

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Mary has her Master’s Degree in Intercultural Studies with an emphasis in Youth, Family and Culture and her Undergrad Degree is from Rollins College in Organizational Behavior with a minor in Organizational Communications. While in college, she attended acting classes at The Maile School on the side and just one week into the classes, Mary started auditioning and landed her first roles in two student films, Emerald Fortune and Help Wanted ,both Full Sail Productions. As the pace picked up she soon relocated to New York City, New York and she has been based in Los Angeles, California as of 2003.

Maile Graduates Work: Alondra Adames-Morales

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Maile Modeling and acting graduate Alondra Adames-Morales won the Miss Orlando Fashion Square Pageant Goodwill Ambassador on Sunday, December 8th. The pageant was open to female contestants ages 14-18ys old.  The purpose is to select a Goodwill Ambassador to represent Central Florida in the Orlando Fashion Square Christmas Parade at Holiday in the Park. Alondra will lead the parade riding in a horse drawn carriage at Lake Eola Park on Sunday, December 15th from 5:30-7:00pm

About Holiday in the Park 

Come celebrate the season with Orlando Fashion Square merchants and parade sponsors in Historic Downtown Orlando for the 81st edition of the Orlando Christmas Parade and the BankUnited Holiday in the Park festival at Lake Eola Park.

Corporate sponsors and holiday vendors will be set-up in the park off Rosalind Avenue near the Amphitheater to meet and greet parade guests throughout the day with lots of food, retail shopping and family-friendly LIVE entertainment.

 

More on Alondra

Alondra I. Adames-Morales is a highly creative and multi-talented artist who started from a young age to demonstrate her natural ability and interest in the industry.  She was born in Puerto Rico and moved to Florida at the age of seven. At the age of nine Alondra was a Karate Gold Medalist at the Disney Wide World of Sports. Now a  Junior at  Osceola High School. She is currently a JV cheerleader, an AP and honor student, and a member of the National Honor Society. She has modeled for The Maile School at  Seminole Towne Center for their back to school and fall fashion shows.

Maile Grad Jack Griffo in Nickelodeon’s New Movie Jinxed

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Jack Griffo in Nickelodeon’s new movie Jinxed

Jack Griffo is quickly becoming a big name in the Nickelodeon family. The Thundermans star will also be in the upcoming Nickelodeon movie Jinxed which will premiere on November 29th at 7pm.

About Jinxed

The Murphy family has been cursed for many generations.  Their constant bad luck consists of slips, falls, explosions and more that has followed them around all their lives. The family comes together to try and cure the curse!

Jack’s character Brett is the cute popular boy who has taken an interest in Meg Murphy.  To Meg’s surprise, he doesn’t seem to mind her misfortune.

 

[youtube height=”315″ width=”560″]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xa64kdUyXw0[/youtube]

Be sure to tune into Nickelodeon Friday, November 29th at 7pm to support Jack!

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