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MEET MAILE SCHOOL GRADUATE ADELE SPAGNOLO

MEET MAILE SCHOOL GRADUATE

ADELE SPAGNOLO

Adele-s-the-maile-school 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 11th 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”.

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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.

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

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

lady-gaga-china-maile-schoolAre 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.

lady-gaga-china-maile-school1She 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.

Lifestyle Model: Deborah Agoos

 

Lifestyle Model: Deborah Agoos 

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Deborah Agoos has been a Lifestyle Model and Actor for 20 years and has found much success in the business. One of her first jobs in the industry was working as a model for the Home Shopping Network which is based and filmed out of St. Petersburg. Some of her many shows include segments for fashion, exercise, hair and make-up. She still lands work and appears on the network on a regular basis.

Deborah has such a pretty, upscale and marketable look she is in demand for a variety of jobs. Some of her industry print and videos include work for clients such as Avis / Budget National Campaign, AAA National Campaign, Disney World Cruises, Hyatt Hotels, Golden Oak, Sun City Center, Solovita Communities, Orlando Leisure magazine, Raymond James Financial and Florida Hospital. She also is a runway model and has booked runway modeling shows at malls around the state.

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She became acquainted with The Maile School when she sent her daughter Doria to several classes here as a teenager. Doria had a beautiful and unique look and upon graduating from the programs she went on to become an international model. Deborah says, “Due to the excellent training and encouragement from The Maile School her career took off.”

Deborah also worked at the school as an Admissions Counselor for a short time. She had firsthand experience seeing all the success stories with The Maile School students and grads achieving their goals in the industry due to the training they received.

Deborah feels very fortunate to still be working in the industry and has upcoming bookings for a hospital and insurance group.

In her leisure time, she’s an avid reader, exerciser, and enjoys traveling with her husband.

 

We are so happy for Deborah on all of her bookings and industry success. We look forward to seeing what else 2017 has in store for her.

 

If you are interested in getting involved in the business call The Maile Image, Modeling & Acting School today at 407-628-5989 to explore.

Jackson from Fuller House

Jackson from Fuller House

Did you know Michael Campion attended acting classes at The Maile School?michael-maile-school

Kids acting grad Michael Campion plays to role of Jackson, (DJ’s oldest son) on the popular Netflix series Fuller House starring Candace Cameron Bure. We are so happy that Fuller House was picked up for Season 2 and premiered this past December.

His path to land the role of Jackson was detailed. First, he sent a video audition to LA since he lives in Orlando. He didn’t know what he was auditioning for and they would use code names. After sending in a video once a week for 5 weeks they finally flew him to LA and he was then told it was for Fuller House.

Michael says, “I was a huge Full House fan and cried when I was told I booked the role. It was a magical experience and the next day I started filming.”

fuller-house-dvdMichael’s other industry credits include Finding Eden (2017), Christmas Trade (2015), with Billy Baldwin (aka William Baldwin), Tom Arnold and Denise Richards. He also starred in the feature films, Robo-Dog (2015) that was filmed right here in Central Florida and also starred other Maile School grads as well as Robo-Dog: Airborne (2017). He has been featured in many local and national commercials. Michael enjoys live theater productions and has performed lead roles with Magic Curtain Productions in “The Wizard of Oz”, “Annie” and “The Little Mermaid”, just to name a few.

Michael is 14 years old and lives is Florida with his parents. When he isn’t auditioning or working on set he enjoys Star Wars movies, building his own computer and playing video games.

Stay tuned and watch Michael this season. Also if you missed the first season it is available on DVD February 28th.

Be sure to watch Michael as the role of Jackson on Netflix.  You can also see him on IMDB here.

Fuller-house-netflix-maile-schoolIf you are interested in breaking into the industry like Michael call

The Maile Image, Modeling & Acting School to set up an appointment to visit our school and find out about our many programs.

Don’t wait call today at 407-628-5989.

STAR TALENT: DEBBIE SEIBER

                        STAR TALENT: DEBBIE SEIBER

Debbie-seiber-the-maile-schoolCharismatic, funny and energetic is what you will find when meeting Debbie  Seiber. She is a native to the Orlando area, growing up in the little town of Windermere and graduated from West Orange High School. Her love for acting started at an early age, where throughout the years, she did small acting jobs here and there. Debbie ventured into the business world, but never lost her dream for becoming a full time actress one day.

In 2006, Debbie decided to enroll in the adult acting on camera acting and advanced improv programs here at The Maile Image, Modeling & Acting School. Debbie says, “That foundation started my journey, and it was the best experience for preparing me for the acting world.”

Debbie recently was cast as, Pastor Hutchins, in an edgy faith-based film shot here in Central Florida titled the Turnaround. The Turnaround also featured other Maile School acting graduates.

 

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She studied at IFREC School of Real Estate and is a realtor at Keller Williams Realtor, Inc. This allows her to have a flexible schedule and she is able to free herself for auditions and bookings.  She loves selling real estate and helping others achieve the home ownership dream. She was voted as one of the top 2% of realtors in customer service and satisfaction in 2009, 2010, 2011 and 2012. Her professional talents include marketing, business and management, as well as training.

Debbie says, “DREAM and DREAM BIG. Nothing is impossible when you start taking steps toward your dreams.”

 We are so happy for Debbie and wish her continued industry success in 2017.

If you are interested The Maile School offers programs for adults, teens and kids starting at the age of 4 years old. Our core programs are Image & Confidence Development, On Camera Acting for TV, Commercials & Film and Professional Modeling. All industry programs include our Professional Industry session on breaking into the business. We also have other programs such as improvisation, monologue and scene study.

Maile School Corinna Giordan is a busy bee!

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       Maile School Corinna Giordan is a busy bee!

 

corrina-maile-school-headshotMaile School’s kids acting grad Corinna Giordan is 11 years old but her modeling & acting career stared at the of 3 in New York.  She attended Page Private School here in Orlando and worked during the summers in Manhattan and Brooklyn.  Her first modeling jobs were for Joe Fresh, Tommy Hilfiger (alongside Peyton List who is on Punk’d and was on Jessie), Toys R Us, JC Penney and Parents Magazine all done in New York City.

She then started modeling in Miami Beach with the Green Agency. She is currently represented by Cathy & Company in Miami whom she booked most of the jobs through. In Orlando, she is represented by Clark Talent, Azuree and CFT Agency.

Corinna’s other modeling jobs and impressive resume credits include Carter’s, Target, H & M, Walmart, Toys R Us, Weston Hotels, Hilton Hotels, Disney World, Publix, The Children’s Place, Next Direct, PNC Bank, Parenting Magazine, Space Coast Tourism, Orlando Tourism and Scholastic.

 

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She has also been in numerous TV commercials with top clients such as Winn Dixie, Zurich Insurance, Disneys’ Club Penguin, Magic Tap, Oodle Brites, Happy Toezy Friends, Nickelodeon Floam, Style Brite, Lammily, Hoodie Pets, Dreamy Time Turtle, Canadian Tire, St. Pete/Clearwater Tourism and National Geographic Kids.  We are excited to say that recently, she booked a 3 day Sea World commercial.

Corinna is an active little girl playing with neighborhood friends and enjoys Nerf, Legos and Littlest Pet Shops.   Mom, Sook says, “The creative industry has positively influenced her and she started her own production line called CoriShae Productions and continuously posts her own creative animations with kid-themed story lines.”

Corrina attended the kids on camera acting program for ages 7 to 10 year olds here at The Maile School.  We are so excited for Corinna and all of her industry success!

 

Start classes today and get yourself into the industry!

Contact The Maile Image Modeling and Acting School at (407) 628-5989.

Maile Grad Germaine Brooks

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Maile grad Germaine Brooks

Maile School acting graduate Germaine Brooks grew up mostly in Orlando but all of his family is from Jacksonville and Duval County. As a kid he started his acting career and began building his resume doing TV commercials for various local outlets and appearing on the popular kids and teens network Nickelodeon.

In his teens Germaine became more involved in the music side of entertainment business launching his own recording label at the age of 18 years old.

After many successful releases he began to focus again on acting and script writing. His return in the dramatic arts landed him many television and film roles.  He booked a role on the television show titled Fatal Attraction and in the feature film titled Lila and Eve starring with Jennifer Lopez and Viola Davis.

Germaine has been featured in the Hollywood Reporter and various entertainment blogs. Lila and Eve was featured in the Sundance Film festival and received rave reviews.

Germaine’s most recent film project is titled The Turnaround which is an inspirational Urban drama. The morning of the premiere he was a featured celebrity guest on the Fox morning show Good Day Live here in Orlando. His other film is a romantic comedy titled When Love Happens Again. Both films show his versatile skills, range and ability to appeal to different cultures and demographics.

maile-grad-germaine-brooks-2Germaine says, “Thank you for everything The Maile School has done for me. You guys have been a major impact in my life. Thanks!!!!!”

We are so proud of Germaine on all his industry success he is definitely one to keep an eye on as he is a young and talented star on the rise.

To see more on Germaine Brooks find him on these social media sites:
http://www.imdb.com/name/nm6568589/

Germaine Brooks in Lila and Eve
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nQv5_cnWA_Q

Germaine Brooks in The Turnaround
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bp-CZDdzhvw&feature=youtu.be

Tony Robinette

 

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tony-robinette-fresh-off-the-bostHey everybody be sure to watch and support Maile School’s acting and advanced acting graduate Tony Robinette on ABC’s hit show Fresh Off The Boat this Tuesday, December 13th at 9pm.

Tony is an actor and has been in the industry for over 15 years. He made the big move to Los Angeles California a few years ago and has not stopped. He has done very well for himself working, auditioning and building a very impressive resume.

Tony is has landed roles in How I Met Your Mother (2013), starring Neil Patrick Harris,  the feature film Spring Breakers (2012), that starred James Franco, Vanessa Hudgens and Selena Gomez, Robo-Dog (2015), as the role of Jerome that was filmed right here in Central Florida and most recently in the comedy The Best Thanksgiving Ever (2016).

His other industry credits include All State Insurance, Wendys, Universal Studios, Hungry Howies, Honda, Aflac, a Disney pilot titled Growing Up and Down starring Raina Rodrigues from Austin and Ally to name a few.

To see more on Tony visit is IMDB page here.

The Maile Image, Modeling & Acting School is so proud of Tony and all of his accomplishments.

If you are interest in getting involved in the industry The Maile School has many exciting programs. Included in all of our industry programs is our Professional Industry Seminar on breaking into the business. This covers all you need to know about the business such as SAG, agents, headshots, resumes, contracts, invoices, set etiquette, casting directors, how to avoid scams and so much more.

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Call today and schedule an appointment to come in and take an inside look at The Maile School.  Don’t wait call now 407-628-5989.

Star Talent at The Maile School

 

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Influential, motivating, magnetic personality, brilliant smile with a various appetite for his craft. That’s how we describe Maile School’s adult acting graduate Bryan Dawson Brown. This Floridian is home grown and proud of it. Bryan graduated from Florida A & M University with a degree in Broadcast Journalism. It was at FAMU that he was smitten with the acting bug. Although his course work permitted him to view the world from all camera angles, his heart is in the front of the camera and the camera certainly loves his face. After graduating from college Bryan decided to enroll and attend classes here at The Maile School to hone his skills and upon completing the program he went full force into the business.

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Some of his career accomplishments and bookings on his resume are feature films, short films, music videos, web series as well as national and local commercials. He has landed work for clients such as Tires Plus, Florida Lottery, Disney, ChallengeMyRate.com, Shipsticks, Brighthouse, Trojan, Nissan, and Insight Credit Union to name a few.

Bryan enjoys golfing, running, basketball, baseball and football as well as volunteering for Younglife non-profit organization.

Bryan’s future goals are to relocate to the Atlanta area so he can further sharpen and pursue his acting career goals and book jobs in all facets of the industry.

Remember this face because we know Bryan will continue to do well and we are excited to see what is in store for this talented and handsome up and coming actor.

The Maile Image, Modeling & Acting School offers classes for adults, teens & kids. Call now to get started at 407-628-5989!

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.