Anna Friend in The Sweetheart Sisters

I have just returned from filming in the Lake District in a new film The Sweetheart Sisters, directed by Phil Stagg.

This was as a direct result of the Manchester Showcase in June of this year, when Phil Stagg and members of the production team attended the showcase and we had the opportunity to talk to him afterwards.

So thank you Pinewood Net.

Looking forward to the showcases in January.

Regards,

Anna Friend

Barbara Lanik in A Christmas Carol

Dear Friends,

The job I am doing in London!

It's a production of A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens at The Lion & Unicorn Theatre and I play the Ghost of Christmas Future, Tiny Tim and other bits and pieces.

Our version, set in Jerusalem, is quite different and could be called controversial but still staying true to Dickens' words and story of course, so you don't want to miss it! We are currently busy rehearsing and it's going very well. We open on the 9th of December and run until the 4th of January 2009.

It would be amazing if you could come and I would really appreciate your support!
Bring your friends and family! The show is also suitable for children.

Lots of love, Barbara












(Barbara Lanik photo by Chris Baker)

Barbara Lanik
www.barbaralanik.com

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Previews: 9th, 10th, 11th Dec 2008 @ 4:30pm
Press Night: 15th Dec 2007 @ 7:30pm
Evenings: 16th, 17th, 18th, 19th, 20th, 22nd, 23rd, 27th, 29th, 30th Dec 2008 @ 7:30pm
Matinees: 24th, 27th, 28th, 31st Dec 2008, 3rd Jan 2009 @ 2:30pm

Ticket Prices: £10 (£8 concession)
Direct Theatre Bookings: 0207 485 9897
Credit Card Bookings: www.theatreweb.co.uk or 08444 77 1000

The Lion & Unicorn Theatre, 42-44 Gaisford Street, London NW5 2ED
Nearest Tube: Kentish Town

Workshop with Simone Reynolds

Simone Reynolds is holding a sight reading/monologue workshop this weekend for Pinewood Net.

It's an opportunity to get with casting director, Simone Reynolds, and brush up your chances of success at auditions.

The workshop is being held 1-6pm THIS SUNDAY (23rd NOV) at:

London School of Dramatic Art (LSDA), 4 Bute Street, London, SW7 3EX

If you would like to attend, e-mail info@pinewoodnet.net to submit your photo, CV and Spotlight PIN and to reserve your place. Do this now to avoid disappointment.

Cost of workshop £50.

Any questions, call 0870 4422867 (10p per min)

Casting Director Simone Reynolds TV Workshop

Written: 11 September 2008

7 September 2008 saw Casting Director Simone Reynolds giving the first of the Pinewood Net workshops promised in our July showcase news article.

Held at Battersea Arts Centre, Simone's television workshop was oversubscribed. We had to rebook her! Now we have a reserve list of paid up actors keen to benefit from her insight and expertise at her second fully booked event being held on 28 September 2008. Should anyone give up their place for a clashing work commitment or some misfortune, one of them will be able to take advantage of the space made and enjoy all the benefits of the workshop.

One actor present, Stephen Willis, felt that the help he had been given by Simone played a key part in his success in being cast in the role that he went for in a feature film, the audition for which was directly after the workshop.

Other actors that participated on the day were enthusiastic about the information and the experience saying that they felt that it was 'invaluable' and that they 'can't wait for the next Pinewood Net workshop'. We were joined by some New Players and original friends of ours that took part in the Actors Studio course where nearly half of the Founding Members met. The Shot To Be Seen course is one I think that we would all recommend.

Katy Newell

Short Film - "Behind Closed Doors"

Written: 14 July 2008


Hello guys and gals!

Just an update..

Vivid Imagination Pictures in association with Pinewood Net are in preproduction with their current film; Behind Closed Doors (working Title).

The film is based around a family who take their son into a drug rehab after finding him lying death-bound from an overdose of heroin. The film explores methods of reform including medical drugs and electric-shock treatment. Plus gives an insight into why this particular family appear to be falling apart at the seams.

So far, all is going well. We are just looking for our last few cast members and crew. If you want to be part of the gang or have any questions then feel free to contact myself or Katy.

Best Wishes,

Stephen Willis

West End and Manchester Showcases

Written: 30 May 2008

Those that supported Pinewood Net at both our West End and Manchester showcases are warmly thanked.

Catherine Willis directed a first class showcase and the response to the performances has been very positive. Tony Peters of Meridian FM and Radio Times said that he thought the standard was very high and he really enjoyed it.

At the Manchester presentation producer Ken Ward and director Philip Stagg of Sweet and Lovely Ltd selected four actors to appear in their new feature film The Sweetheart Sisters, which will be shot on location in the Lake District in September of this year. The actors are Amy Barnes, Katie Alexandra, Jade Hudson and Mike Magnet.

Danielle Connor was also delighted to be offered a part but has a commitment in New York at that time. There are prospective roles for Augusta McKie, Christine Hayman and myself, Katy Newell. In my case, this would not be until the summer of next year but something I am very much looking forward to hearing more about.

Becky Brigden and I will also be appearing in Stephen Willis' film Behind Closed Doors which will be shot later this year. Other members of Pinewood Net are also under consideration for this project.

Another industry professional, Mark Kendrick of Frozen Moon Productions, whose company is principally animation, had voice over work to offer members of the showcase cast in an upcoming project that he is doing. Mark is also going to be involved in the making of The Sweetheart Sisters.

As a result of Pinewood Net's first showcases Katie Alexandra is delighted to have selected and to have been taken on by Johnston & Mathers Associates Ltd.

Workshops held by key industry professionals are in planning at the moment and bookings can be placed for these through booking@pinewoodnet.net (This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it after 28th July).

More details on this will be released nearer the time.

Thanks for your interest. Do please drop us a line, either directly through our members mailing system or through our forum.

We look forward to hearing from you.

Love Katy and all at Pinewood Net