EMPOWERING PARENTS & KIDS FOR SHOW BUSINESS SUCCESS


Presented by the Hollywood Black Film Festival, Black Talent News

and Little Miss African American Scholarship Pageant


Have you ever asked yourself, how do I get my kid into show business? How do I start? Where do I begin?

 

FIND OUT.

Actors. Models. Singers. Dancers.

December 5th at Hollywood Center Studios, Hollywood, CA


On Saturday, December 5th, the Hollywood Black Film Festival, Black Talent News and the Little Miss African American Scholarship Pageant will host LIGHTS, CAMERA, KIDS!  This one-day workshop will provide you with all the information you need for your child's Hollywood success! This workshop will save you money, time and will take the "guess work" out by answering the questions: Does my child have what it takes?  Is my child ready to be star?  What does it take to get my child's foot in the door?

You will meet high-profile agents, managers and casting directors like Tracy 'Twinkie' Byrd (cast "Notorious" and just wrapped casting on "Stomp the Yard 2") who will share helpful insider information and answer all the questions you have about breaking your child into the competitive entertainment industry.  Learn how to get started without spending thousands of dollars ... save time, money and heartache.

Questions that will be answered:

  • Does my child have potential for theatrical, commercial or modeling work?
  • What steps should be taken to get my child ready?
  • Does my child need an agent?
  • What can we expect from an agent?
  • What will an agent expect from us?
  • What are the child labor laws and guidelines concerning children's income?
  • What does my child need to work in the industry?
  • Does my child need legal paperwork, professional photos, composites, portfolios, etc.?
  • Does my child need workshops or training? Why?
  • Does my child get on-set schooling?
  • Are parents permitted on the set?
  • What kind of wardrobe does my child need for auditions? For interviews?
  • What can my child expect in an interview with prospective agents? Commercial auditions?
  • Does my child need a professional manager? What is their function? How necessary are they?
  • What kind of an investment, commitment and responsibility will be expected of the parent?


Confirmed Industry Speakers (MORE TO BE ANNOUNCED SHORTLY)

 

Casting Director Tracy 'Twinkie' Byrd

Twink of an Eye Casting

("Notorious," "Stomp the Yard 2")

 

Hollywood Career Strategist Tanya Kersey

Founder, Executive Director, Hollywood Black Film Festival

Publisher, Black Talent News

 

Lisa Ruffin

Executive Director

Little Miss African American Scholarship Pageant

 

Date:  Saturday, December 5, 2009
Time: 10am - 3pm
Place: Hollywood Center Studios, 1040 N Las Palmas Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90038

Cost: $60 for 1 parent.  Add $15 for each additional parent or child.  Children under 18 MUST BE accompanied by a parent or adult.

REGISTER HERE.

Questions? Email: kidsbiz@hbff.org.

Proceeds from this workshop will benefit the Little Miss African American Scholarship Pageant, a 501(C)(3) non-profit organization.

 

LIGHTS, CAMERAS, KIDS! IS SPONSORED BY: