Around the Scenes – 04.12.16 – Up-and-coming

Around the Scenes – 04.12.16 – Up-and-coming

by | Apr 12, 2016 | ENTERTAINMENT, FEATURED, Spring 2016

Up-and-coming

Up-and-coming

Dylan talks about migrating to Los Angeles to pursue acting.

Around the Scenes with DeShawn Cavanaugh is a show that takes an inside look at the film and television production industry. On this episode DeShawn interviews Dylan George, who is an up-and-coming actor, and a student at Wittenberg University in Springfield, Ohio. Dylan talks about migrating to Los Angeles to pursue acting. He mentions how it felt the first time he started acting as a child, and how it was the reason he decided to get obtain a Bachelors in Theatre Performance. Dylan shares his experience auditioning for acting roles, and studying his craft at The Gloria Gifford Conservatory for the Performing Arts. He also talks about receiving his first Screen Actors Guild contract, and the process it takes for new actors to join the union.

Around the Scenes – 03.29.16 – Acting

Around the Scenes – 03.29.16 – Acting

by | Mar 29, 2016 | ENTERTAINMENT, FEATURED, Spring 2016

Acting

acting

Chris and Nathan discuss making connections in Los Angeles.

Around the Scenes with DeShawn Cavanaugh is a show that takes an inside look at the film and television production industry. On this episode DeShawn interviews actors Chris Warren and Nathan Kimball. Chris moved to Los Angeles to pursue acting and modeling after the military. He also says that he is studying at New York Film Academy. Nathan shares that he was a baseball player first. He mentions that he became an actor after becoming the Cosmopolitan Magazine Most Eligible Bachelor from New Hampshire. They both discuss the challenge of pursuing their dreams, and making connections in Los Angeles.

Around the Scenes – 03.22.16 – Triple Threats

Around the Scenes – 03.22.16 – Triple Threats

by | Mar 22, 2016 | ENTERTAINMENT, FEATURED, Spring 2016

Triple Threats

triple threat

Dana and Brandon talk about their experience in entertainment.

Around the Scenes with DeShawn Cavanaugh is a show that takes an inside look at the film and television production industry. On this episode DeShawn interviews Triple Threats Dana Abraham and Brandon Thomas. Dana discusses his experience acting, modeling and dancing, while Brandon shares his experience producing, directing and writing. Dana talks about migrating from Canada, and mentions how much the community supports Canadian actors. Brandon talks about what it’s like being a local entertainer from Orange County, and the story behind producing his own independent project. They also discuss the community at Speiser/ Sturges Acting Studio, and the benefits of training at the school.

Around the Scenes – 03.08.16 – Background Artist

Around the Scenes – 03.08.16 – Background Artist

by | Mar 8, 2016 | ENTERTAINMENT, FEATURED, Spring 2016

Background Artist

background artist

Hope shares his experiences as a film and television actor.

Around the Scenes with DeShawn Cavanaugh is a show that takes an inside look at the film and television production industry. On this episode DeShawn talks with Hope Ayiyi, who is a local film and television actor. Hope talks about how he got his start as a background artist, and shares his experiences in acting. He mentions working with Malcolm Washington, Anthony Hopkins, Mike Epps, Joshua Alan, Ron Funch, Rick Glassman and many more. Hope discuses his journey the industry as a working actor, the characters he enjoys performing, and his aspirations.

In The Hot Box – 09.11.14 – “Unspeakable Indiscretions” by Eric B. Ramsey

In The Hot Box – 09.11.14 – “Unspeakable Indiscretions” by Eric B. Ramsey

by | Sep 11, 2014 | CULTURE, ENTERTAINMENT, FALL 2014, FEATURED, SPORTS

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In The Hot Box is a weekly talk show hosted by Mareo Lawson dedicated to interviewing local members of the community and reporting news, events, and traffic from the San Fernando Valley’s Hot Box. Today, Mareo interviews filmmaker Eric B. Ramsey about his new film “Unspeakable Indiscretions” which recently premiered at ArcLight Sherman Oaks. Ramsey invites you to contact him at 818-325-5731 or modelramsey@yahoo.com.

Listen: Happy Hour – John Savage – Movies-Acting

Listen: Happy Hour – John Savage – Movies-Acting

by | May 31, 2012 | FEATURED

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John Savage talks about his decades in film from Hair, Dear Hunter, his lifetime achievement awards, and  his most recent films this year in Africa, China, and Japan.He also shares his expieriences about giving back to the community and the greatness of education.

Listen: The Coffee House – The Art Branch, Jimmy and Kim Lu

Listen: The Coffee House – The Art Branch, Jimmy and Kim Lu

by | Apr 17, 2012 | FEATURED, Spring 2012

     

Jimmy and Kim Lu, founders of the non-profit organization, The Art Branch, stopped by “The Coffee House” this week. They discussed the art programs they organize for children, how the arts influence and help develop self esteem, socialization and learning.