Category Archives: Film Production

Tommy Wiseau – Back On Set With a Mad Genius

Posted on September 9, 2014 by MakeYourOwnBreak

I first met Tommy Wiseau in 2007, my first month in Los Angeles. I submitted to a casting notice in Backstage West and was called on a series of auditions at his studio, an unassuming building on Pico Blvd. … Continue reading →

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Location, Location, Location

Posted on July 28, 2014 by MakeYourOwnBreak

When shooting a film there are many factors to take into consideration when looking for shoot locations. Whether you are shooting interiors or exteriors here are a few things to keep in mind when choosing a location for your film … Continue reading →

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Showtime Anxiety

Posted on June 23, 2014 by MakeYourOwnBreak

After months of preparations, hard work, long hours and just the right amount of drama, it is showtime. Whether you are shooting a film or mounting a live production the shoot or opening tends sneak up on you no matter how … Continue reading →

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It’s All On You

Posted on June 10, 2014 by MakeYourOwnBreak

Being a Producer is a daunting task, it takes commitment, stamina, determination, diplomacy, the ability to multitask and stick with it until completion. More than half the film productions I have worked on in my 15 years as a performer … Continue reading →

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Contracts

Posted on June 3, 2014 by MakeYourOwnBreak

When working on low budget or independent productions sometimes the need for contractual agreements is over looked. Any time you hire someone to be part of you team for a production, it is a good idea to have both … Continue reading →

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Crunch Time

Posted on May 27, 2014 by MakeYourOwnBreak

I like to call the week before a play opens or a film begins shooting “crunch time”. No matter how much time you have given yourself for rehearsals, to prep for a production or how prepared you think you are, this is a … Continue reading →

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Weekly Inventory

Posted on May 19, 2014 by MakeYourOwnBreak

When in the throws of a production it is easy to get caught up in certain details while other aspects get lost in the shuffle. This is where the “Production Bible” can be a life saver, keeping all the tasks and … Continue reading →

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You’re Fired!

Posted on May 12, 2014 by MakeYourOwnBreak

This isn’t a pleasant topic, but it’s an important one to address. Having produced over two dozen productions over the past decade I have had to use the words “You’re Fired” more than once. I have never wanted to fire anyone, … Continue reading →

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Production Team – Theatre

Posted on May 5, 2014 by MakeYourOwnBreak

There are many people involved in bringing a production to life and all roles are integral to the success of your production. Once you have a script to work with, a budget and a timeline you will need to start … Continue reading →

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Marketing Materials

Posted on April 28, 2014 by MakeYourOwnBreak

Once your film is in the can or your show is in rehearsals the marketing aspect of your production becomes crucial. Strong visual imagery and a concise tag line are important for attracting people’s attention to your website, fan page and your … Continue reading →

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