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IMMEDIATE CALL FOR ACTORS
Casting Short Film/RED Camera Test. A LITTLE FREEDOM, a heart wrenching story about a soldier's homecoming from war. Lead, Dylan 23, emotional eyes. Dylan's Wife 21-23, vibrant beautiful smile, Dylan's Son, can be older but must play 5, Grandfather 70-80, Korean War Vet, deep but kind eyes, Dylan's Mother 50's, nurturing but weathered, Dylan's Sister, hip/cool teen. 2-3 day shoot in Santa Fe, early Dec. Great experience, meals & reels. Audition: Cold readings and/or 1 min. dramatic monologue.
Sat 11/15, 9:30A-12:30P, Holiday Inn Santa Fe, 4048 Cerillos and--
Sun 11/16, Ovations Film Actors Studio 6:00P-9:00P, 116 Morningside NE (Nob Hill area) Albuq. info: satkaram@aol.com

Ovations Film Actors Studio….
Our workshops offer a little of everything. We will touch on Improvisation, Scene Study, Character Development, Voice and Diction, Audition Technique, Monologue, and Cold Read. We are accepting beginning actors also in this workshop. Here is a chance for beginners to see if this is what they really want to do, and seasoned actors to brush up on all areas of acting.

We do suggest that everyone bring a snack, because five hours is a long time to go without food.

If interested please email your information to ovationstudio@aol.com or call Corinne at 505) 610-5945 as soon as possible. Space is limited.

The price for this 5 hr workshop is $50.00
When: November 16th & 30th
Where: 116 Morningside Ave. NE
Time: 12pm-5pm


CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE AT WWW.OVATIONSFILM.COM

Even in my very small role as a director, I am often amazed at how many actors I know - and meet - who do not have any sort of "demo" or audition piece on-line where it can be easily viewed. It seems to me an obvious thing to do, especially since YouTube is free!



Anyhow, with that in mind, I am setting up a web site called www.HotReadings.com, where audition pieces will be posted for actors, probably linked to YouTube, so that their acting can be easily seen by interested filmmakers.



Whether or when it will be a for-profit site I don't know, but to get it going, I'll be doing FREE VIDEOTAPING AND POSTING of actors' short audition pieces (monologues), in Santa Fe (November 15) and Albuquerque (November 16). See website for details.



Interested actors should contact me via the e-mail link on the site (ONLY). I'll do this for the first 25 or 30 actors who want to take advantage of it in Santa Fe, and likewise in Albuquerque.



Q: "Why can't I just do this myself, and post my video on YouTube?"



A: You can, and I think you should. I'm just offering this for those actors who don't seem to be able to get around to it.



Jim Terr www.JimTerr.com

Santa Fe, New Mexico USA Tel. 505-989-9298



http://www.nmfilm.com/article.php?id=1462&title=Free+Taping+and+Posting+of+Audition+Pieces+Offered+to+Actors.



P.S. Re movies, I think this is a fascinating series in the NY Times, wherein their critics discuss their favorite films: http://video.nytimes.com/video/2008/11/10/movies/1194832271100/critics-picks-patton.html?th&emc=th

Hello everyone. Here is what is going on.

"Men Who Stare At Goats" has been cast. I've been receiving a lot of inquiries to who is doing the extras casting on this. I'm trying to find out. I will post it when I know.

"The Spy Next Door" has been cast.

"O'Keefe" is still deciding on their picks.

A new movie called "Friendship" will start casting on Monday.

"In Plain Sight" and "Breaking Bad" are still shooting.

The Intel shoot has been cast.

The DOT shoot has been cast.

I would like to let everyone know that there is a new addition to the ATA office. His name is Bob Davey. You may be getting a call from him for auditions, etc. He will be working with me on a regular basis.
That's all for now. Have a great weekend!

Lenni

AUDITION – Shari Rhodes will conduct two more workshops before the end of the year on The Audition!!! – participants may choose to bring a scene they would like to work on, or be given a scene on the day. Each person will read with Shari as in a real audition! Scenes will be taped and critiqued.



The first workshop will be held Saturday November the 22nd from 10:00-3:00.



The Second workshop will be held Sunday November the 23rd from 10:00-3:00.



Location: Philips Building- 9201 Pan American Freeway N.E.

Albuquerque, NM 87113.



Cost: The cost of each workshop is $125.00, payable in advance. This payment can be dropped off or mailed to the same location as the class itself, at the casting office for In Plain Sight - 9201 Pan American Freeway N.E., Albuquerque, NM 87113. Please leave payment with Phalia Blassingame. Please make payment out to Shari Rhodes. Cash or check is fine.



Headshots: Please include a hard copy of your headshot/resume along with the payment.





Please e-mail Kiira Arai at kiira-sharirhodescasting@hotmail.com to let me know your interest of the class. Once a payment is received your spot in the workshop will be reserved for you.



Office- 505-227-2700

Cell- 916-276-1564



Thank you,

Shari Rhodes (Casting Director)

Kiira Arai (Casting Associate)



Looking forward to seeing you in class!

THE ACTORS LAB

NOVEMBER

DOUBLE-SHOT WEEKEND WORKOUT



“I got more out of the one day Workout than I have in 3 months of classes anywhere else.” – Roy Waugh, ABQ actor.



ACTORS…

Spend 8 insightful hours honing your craft with internationally acclaimed acting coach, PRICE HALL, and highly credited film and television director, EB LOTTIMER.



You’ll work on character, relationship and what drives you forward in a prepared scene with Price, then rehearse, block and shoot your scene with Eb.



By the end of this intensive and intentional day, you’ll walk away with the tools and experience to make active, emotionally charged choices that will move you out of your comfort zone and into a new freedom in your work, allowing you to create “full-of-life experiences” every time you work.



Leave your fear and preconceived preparation behind and step into dynamic action and the excitement of working in the “Now”.



The Workout is held the last weekend of every month in ABQ. Call or contact us to register, or for further information.



WHEN : Sunday, November 23rd, from 9:00 – 6:00 PM

WHERE : 304 Washington St. SE, Albuquerque, NM

COST : $80 - checks & credit cards (via PayPal) accepted



505-286-4272; 713-201-1245

Or thenaturalact@gmail.com; www.thenaturalact.com

Presented by

THE NATURAL ACT

“Where acting comes naturally.”

Even in my very small role as a director, I am often amazed at how many actors I know - and meet - who do not have any sort of "demo" or audition piece on-line where it can be easily viewed. It seems to me an obvious thing to do, especially since YouTube is free!



Anyhow, with that in mind, I am setting up a web site called www.HotReadings.com, where audition pieces will be posted for actors, probably linked to YouTube, so that their acting can be easily seen by interested filmmakers.



Whether or when it will be a for-profit site I don't know, but to get it going, I'll be doing FREE VIDEOTAPING AND POSTING of actors' short audition pieces (monologues), in Santa Fe and Albuquerque, probably the weekend of November 15 / 16. (And by the way, any suggestions for a good taping locations in SF and Albq. appreciated).



Interested actors should contact me via the e-mail link on the site (ONLY), and I'll get back to them with details when I've got the shoots scheduled. Then I'll do this for the first 30 or 35 actors who want to take advantage of it in Santa Fe, and likewise in Albuquerque.



Q: "Why can't I just do this myself, and post my video on YouTube?"



A: You can, and I think you should. I'm just offering this for those actors who don't seem to be able to get around to it.



Jim Terr

This is for SAG Actors in Good Standing Only! Non – SAG actors can reply but they must specify themselves as Non-Union in their e-mail and if there are any spaces left after SAG Actors have responded they may be able to participate at $40.00 per person, they will not be notified or confirmed until Friday November 7th.

The New Mexico SAG Conservatory Presents:

MAKING CHOICES

“The Remedy for the Actor’s Nightmare”

A workshop with Price Hall of “The Natural Act”



The mark of a crafted actor is their ability to make a Choice, and bring it to their work, whether in an audition situation or on the set.

Casting Directors and Directors are always seeking those actors who know how to make a Choice, and it is easy to determine whether

an actor is working from a Choice, or flying by the seat of their pants.

·Do you know what a “Choice” is ?

· Do you know how to make a CHOICE ?

·Do you worry about making the right Choice ?

·Do you worry about having made the wrong Choice ?

·Do you worry that you’ll never understand how to make a Choice ?

There is absolutely no reason why any actor should be concerned about Making A Choice in their work, not even in a cold-reading situation.

And by the end of the MAKING CHOICES Workshop, that concern will be gone. For good. In its’ place will be confidence.

In your ability to Make A Choice, and in the Choice you Make.

Stop worrying. Just Choose. The scene will take care of itself.

When: Saturday, November 8th

TIME: 12PM – 4PM. Light snacks will be provided but eat lunch before you come!

Registration will begin at 11:30 P.M. The workshop starts promptly at noon.

Where: Santa Fe – you will be notified via e-mail of the location of the workshop Once your reservation is confirmed.

Cost: $20 (An exceptional price for one of Price Hall’s workshops)

$40 for non-union (if any slots left – you will not be notified of confirmation until Friday, November 7th)

RSVP: Email Doranne Candelaria (preferable)

urbanecowgirls@aol.com

or phone 505-983-0795

Please provide your full SAG name, SAG number,(if you are non-union, please say so) your e-mail address and your phone number in your e-mail.

This class is limited to 20 participants.

Cancellations: The Conservatory is a benefit of membership. Please be sure to notify us no

later than 24 hours before the workshop if you are unable to attend. No shows will be penalized

by having to be waitlisted for all future workshop. In emergency for cancellation purposes only contact Doranne at 505-603-2693

Preparation: None – you will be given scenes at the workshop

Film Copy – a copy of the workshop will be available to you for a fee from the camera person.

About Price Hall As Founder of THE NATURAL ACT, Price brings along with him 30 years of experience in the Entertainment Industry.

Beginning his career in 1976 as an actor and singer, he has studied and worked internationally on stage, in television, radio, films and recordings.

THE NATURAL ACT is a philosophy and a company formed to offer classes and workshops designed to educate and promote the moment to

moment expression of being through the craft of acting. It’s philosophy is built upon the belief that the only way to truly BE in the moment,

which is the only time one is ACTING NATURALLY, is to be in a place of TOTAL TRUST in and of oneself. All of the work we do is

directed toward the establishment of that total SELF-TRUST.

AUDITION INTENSIVE WITH
JO EDNA BOLDIN

JOIN US FOR A 2-DAY SEMINAR HELD BY
MULTI-AWARD NOMINATED
CASTING DIRECTOR JO EDNA BOLDIN, CSA.


WORKSHOP IS FOR SERIOUS ACTORS OF ALL LEVELS


COST: $250 FOR ONE WEEKEND
DATES: NOVEMBER 15 & 16 from 10am-5pm
LOCATION: ALBUQUERQUE, NM


CLASS SIZE LIMITED
FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO RESERVE A SEAT
PLEASE SEND AN EMAIL TO :
sidesfromjoedna@yahoo.com


*PLEASE NOTE THAT JO EDNA'S CLASSES SELL OUT VERY QUICKLY.

Darlene Hansen, actress, casting director and producer, will be teaching an advanced acting workshop on Sunday, November 9th from 2:00 to 4:00pm. She will work with you to lay the groundwork for breaking down your character from intentions, to personalization and memorization. The cost is $60.00. The place is 304 Washington Street, SE. in Albuquerque. The class will be for six people only so please call today to reserve your spot. (505) 268-0530.

THE TEENS FAST TRACK
Ongoing, Weekly Professional, On-Camera Acting Classes For Teens


PRICE HALL



Actor, Teacher, Director

&

Los Angeles Casting Director,

CATHY HENDERSON, CSA…



Have designed an opportunity for talented and committed Teen actors who are serious about preparing for and potentially moving into a professional career in the Entertainment Industry.





Qualified young actors will be invited to join a two-hour, professional acting class held each Wednesday in Albuquerque, led by Price, comprised of exercises, improvisation, monologue and scene study, with a strong emphasis on cold reading and audition technique. All work will be done ON CAMERA.



Once a month, the students’ work will be sent to Cathy for her review, followed by her critique via live teleconference. Tools of the trade, such as photos and resumes, will be scrutinized with an eye on keeping them at a professional level.



Get on THE FAST TRACK in this extremely competitive world of professional show business !


Also, monthly postings of students’ work on the Natural Act website!



Class size limited to 12 participants.



WHEN : Wednesdays from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM

WHERE : 304 Washington St. SE, Albuquerque, NM (Nob Hill District, between Central & Lead)

COST : $40 per class, paid by the month. (checks & credit cards accepted)



RESERVE YOUR SPACE NOW.



Call to set an Interview. Private & On-Set Coaching also offered.



505-353-7300; 713-201-1245 or

thenaturalact@yahoo.com; www.thenaturalact.com



THE NATURAL ACT

“Where acting comes naturally.”

AUDITION – Shari Rhodes will conduct a workshop on The Audition – participants may choose to bring a scene they would like to work on, or be given a scene on the day. Each person will read with Shari as in a real audition! Scenes will be taped and critiqued.

This workshop will be held Sunday the 26th from 10:00-3:00.

Location: Philips Building- 9201 Pan American Freeway N.E.
Albuquerque, NM 87113.

Cost: The cost of the workshop is $125.00, payable in advance. This payment can be dropped off at the same location as the class itself at the casting office for In Plain Sight - 9201 Pan American Freeway N.E., Albuquerque, NM 87113. Please leave payment with Phalia Blassingame. Cash or check is fine.

Headshots: Please include a headshot/resume along with the payment or e-mail your headshot/resume to kiira-sharirhodescasting@hotmail.com.


Please e-mail Kiira Arai at kiira-sharirhodescasting@hotmail.com to let me know your interest of the class. Once a payment is received your spot in the workshop will be reserved for you.

Office- 505-227-2700
Cell- 916-276-1564

Thank you,
Shari Rhodes (Casting Director)
Kiira Arai (Casting Associate)

Looking forward to seeing you in class!

Why the New Mexico Film Industry Needs Your Help

During the last few years, Governor Bill Richardson and the state legislature have developed and funded significant incentives to attract the film industry to New Mexico. These incentives have been hugely successful and New Mexico now boasts of an impressive infrastructure for the industry. Schools, facilities, trained crew, ancillary services, not to mention wonderful climate and beautiful locations have all made New Mexico one of the top filming centers in North America.

However, we are concerned that once again some state legislators are starting to lose their appreciation for the value the film industry brings to the state. In the last several months questions have been raised about the economics of continuing this successful program. Those of us in the industry and those in the communities where we work know how important the programs are to the tremendous job creation that has occurred since these programs have been in place. There are several industries including hotels and restaurants and service companies that share our enthusiasm for the continuation of the program.

For this reason we have formed the Film Industry Promotion Association (FIPA) to design and institute programs for collaboration and advocacy of the continuation of the state’s successful program of industry attraction and support. Having met with state labor leaders, state government officials, guild members and concerned legislators and community leaders throughout the state we know that this initiative is critical. We have hired The Rutherford Group, LLC, a longstanding and well respected government relations firm, to develop and implement a plan of attack. We have set a budget of $56,000 for the first year of this effort, and now must raise the necessary funds to support this imperative goal.

The Film Industry Promotion Association (FIPA) is a grass-roots organization supported and funded by people like you; New Mexico filmmakers, writers, producers, talent agents, casting directors, production crew, actors, post production, stunt people, hotels, restaurants, realtors, travel agents and other businesses that benefit from the growing film industry in New Mexico.

We are asking every interested member to contribute $50 to this effort. We understand that for some $50 may not be possible but anything you can contribute will be greatly appreciated as we need support for each and every one of you who benefits from the New Mexico film industry. For those of you that can contribute more than $50 we thank you in advance as we move more aggressively toward our goal. Consider how the industry has benefited you when considering your donation.

NOTE: Legislative Session begins in JANUARY. We have a lot of work to do in 2.5 months!!

Member contribution checks should be made out and addressed to:

Film Industry Promotion Association, LLC
P. O. Box 8747
Santa Fe, NM 87504

TWO EXCITING EVENTS

CONVERSATIONS WITH BREAKING BAD OCT. 25
AND
A SPECIAL CAREER BUILDING EVENT ON
EVERYTHING YOU WANTED TO KNOW ABOUT WORKING AS A STUNT PERFORMER IN NEW MEXICO OCT. 26





CONVERSATIONS WITH BREAKING BAD



The SAG Foundation and the SAG New Mexico Branch invite you to join us for an afternoon with the amazing cast of AMC's Breaking Bad. They will be sharing their experiences in the industry and talking about filming in New Mexico.



When: Saturday, October 25th
1 p.m.



Where: KiMo Theatre

423 Central Ave. NW

Albuquerque, NM 87102



This event is open to the public. RSVP required.



RSVP: (323) 549-6668 or via email, Conversations@sag.org

SAG members may RSVP directly on our website, www.sagfoundation.org.



Series lead and recent Emmy winner Bryan Cranston says, “The Breaking Bad cast wants to reach out to New Mexican actors, young and old. We know we’ve had good fortune in our careers, and want to give back to our peers by imparting any advice we can give to help others in their careers.”



Panel includes:

Bryan Cranston - Walter White

Anna Gunn - Skyler White

Aaron Paul - Jesse Pinkman

Dean Norris - Hank Schrader

Betsy Brandt - Marie Schrader

RJ Mitte - Walter White Jr.



About Breaking Bad

Breaking Bad follows protagonist Walter White (Bryan Cranston), a chemistry teacher who lives in New Mexico with his wife (Anna Gunn) and teenage son (RJ Mitte) who has cerebral palsy. White is diagnosed with Stage III cancer and given a prognosis of two years left to live. With a new sense of fearlessness based on his medical prognosis, and a desire to secure his family's financial security, White chooses to enter a dangerous world of drugs and crime and ascends to power in this world. The series explores how a fatal diagnosis such as White's releases a typical man from the daily concerns and constraints of normal society and follows his transformation from mild family man to a kingpin of the drug trade.



Event moderated by Tom Schuch.



Event is sponsored by the City of Albuquerque. “We are thrilled to be the host city for Breaking Bad”, said Mayor Martin J. Chavez. “Congratulations to Bryan Cranston for his recent Emmy win, and thanks for bringing this event to Albuquerque.”



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NEW MEXICO SAG THROUGH THE NEW MEXICO STATE FILM OFFICE PRESENTS

A SPECIAL CAREER BUILDING EVENT ON



Everything You Wanted to Know About Working

as a Stunt Performer in New Mexico



When: Sunday, October 26, 2008

1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.



Where: Nativo Lodge

6000 Pan American Freeway NE

Albuquerque, NM



Whether it’s ensuring physical protection during exciting stunts or safeguarding your professional identity from scam artists, performer safety is a number one priority on set. What should you know when it comes to stunts and safety?



Are you curious about how to break into the business? Have you ever wanted to know what the difference is between stunt and background work? Are you uncertain about what types of safety precautions you should be guaranteed as a performer on a set?



Join us for an informative panel discussion as professionals from the stunt community weigh in on what it takes to develop a career in stunts. In addition, we will provide a general overview of the Screen Actors Guild Stunt & Safety rules and regulations and answer your contract questions.



Registration: SAG members, RSVP to Tamara Decker at tdecker@sag.org / Non-SAG participants, RSVP to macfacilitations@yahoo.com


Please note: You must be a New Mexico resident to attend. Please bring a valid New Mexico driver’s license to show during sign-in at the event. (Voter’s registration or last year’s tax return will also suffice.)


Panel available through the Pre-Employment Training Program, NM Film Office


Our distinguished panelists:



Glenn Hiraoka, SAG National Director for Stunts, Safety, Singers & Dancer Contracts has been with the Guild for more than 26 years. He developed and led SAG Hollywood’s first Commercials Contracts Department as the Executive Administrator for more than 20 years. Currently, his responsibilities cover all of the Guild’s contracts affecting stunts, safety, singers, dancers and music videos.



Al Goto is well-known in New Mexico for his skill as both a stunt coordinator and stunt performer. His list of coordinating credits include Easy Money, Crazy Heart, In Plain Sight, Swing Vote, Spoken Word, Not Forgotten and Five Dollars a Day. As a stunt performer he worked on Game, Brothers, Hamlet 2, Letters from Iwo Jima, Flags of Our Fathers, Rush Hour 2, Poseidon and Mission Impossible III.


Clint Lilley is a multi-talented SAG member, with years of experience as a stunt coordinator, stunt man and principal performer. Coordinating credits include Crash, Miles from Nowhere, Wildfire, the Jane Doe series, Arthur Hailey’s Detective, Gone, But Not Forgotten, Murder Without Conviction, Last Cowboy, and Love Comes Softly. His stunt work has been seen in Delta Farce, The Hulk, Star Trek: Nemesis, Pearl Harbor, Charlie’s Angels and Three Wise Guys.


Dana Hee has stunt-doubled for some of the biggest female stars in the business, including Nicole Kidman, Uma Thurman, Cameron Diaz and Jennifer Garner. As a well-trained and experienced stunt person, she worked on Legion, Terminator: Salvation , In Plain Sight, Wildfire, The Horror Chronicles, Batman Forever, Gangs of New York, Charlie’s Angels and Alias. Ms. Hee also won a Gold Medal for the U.S. at the 1988 Olympics in Seoul, Korea, in Taekwondo.


Mark Brooks is an accomplished stunt performer with an impressive list of credits to his name. Much of his work in recent years has been done right here in New Mexico on projects such as Crash, Kites, Terminator: Salvation, Observe & Report, The Dark Country, Game, Brothers, Appaloosa, Beer for My Horses, 3:10 to Yuma, and Into the West. Other credits include Spider-man 2, Legend of Zorro and Las Vegas.


Kaaren Ochoa has over 30 years experience in the industry, working as a 1st Assistant Director and/or Unit Production manager on major theatrical and television motion pictures. Ochoa started her work in film as a writer, co-producer and director on documentaries and children's films. She is a member of the Directors Guild of America, Writers Guild of America and a founding board member of NM Women in Film.



Julie Crane, Screen Actors Guild New Mexico Branch Executive Director represents New Mexico’s 550+ union members. She negotiates local contracts and works closely with agents, producers, casting directors and industry organizations to promote the interests of Screen Actors Guild in New Mexico.



Moderator: Angelique Midthunder, Casting Director began her career as an actor and stuntwoman and is now equally well-known as one of the leading casting directors in New Mexico. Ms. Midthunder was in charge of Native American casting for the mini-series Comanche Moon and recently served as casting director for such diverse independent projects as The Eye, Felon, The War Boys, Conspiracy, Not Forgotten Beer for My Horses and Save Me.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE!

AWARD-WINNING ACTOR AND ACTING TEACHER BENSON SIMMONDS (currently based in L.A.) will be in ALBUQUERQUE to teach a 2 day scene study acting workshop NOVEMBER 6 and NOVEMBER 11 based on the technique of IVANA CHUBBUCK (the Power of the Actor).

Ivana Chubbuck became of the most sought after teachers and coaches in Hollywood after Halle Berri thanked Ivana personally when she won her academy award for Monster's Ball.

Ivana has coached Jim Carey, Brad Pitt, Charlize Theron (who acknowledged Ivana at INSIDE THE ACTOR'S STUDIO),Catherine Keener,etc. .Benson Simmonds has been teaching the Ivana Chubbuck technique combined with his own unique technique and approach for the past 10 years (in Canada) coaching many students to leading roles in film and series regulars. Benson is currently in L.A. studying in Ivana's master class and furthering his own acting career.


the workshop days are

THURSDAY NOVEMBER 6 from 3:00 - 10:00 PM
TUESDAY NOVEMBER 11 from 3:00 - 10:00 PM



Cost is $225.00 for the two days


Don't let this opportunity go by without discovering what Ivana Chubbuck's technique is all about and how it can help you book more work, work more deeply and take your work to the next level!

Benson has been hired as an on-set acting coach for both NETWORK (Sony Pictures) and independent pilots. He's also guest lectured at Concordia University and others in Canada.

you can view 3 mini acting classes Benson recorded on YOUTUBE to get a sense of his inspiring personality and approach.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=06WUiSxiuv
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-B-SdWJ7E_0
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-HWvAy-Wd0c

for more information and to register (class is limited in size), please contact Jiji Hise at 505-980-5823 or email Jiji at jijihise@gmail.com Or feel free to call Benson directly at 310-407-9955 or email at applaudordie@hotmail.com

Pay by cash, check or CREDIT CARD!

you can also watch some of his award-winning acting work by clicking on thelink below....so you can see the technique in action!!!

http://www.spike.com/video/applaud-die/1247533

Note: I've left more time in between the two classes so you can get a chance to rehearse between classes!!!