by | Dec 4, 2011 | Acting, Artists, Writing
Los Angeles is a film town; however, far too many artists complain about not working… as actors, writers, directors, etc. But the fact is…Los Angeles is a film town, so your acupuncturist probably has a camera, your dentist probably has a script and within...
by | Nov 24, 2011 | Acting, Plays, Writing
Corner of the Sky is the perfect song, because Stephen Schwartz is the perfect songwriter. When I meet someone who really wants to write, I always encourage them to write a ten minute play. I believe it’s a super way to jump into the craft of writing… and...
by | Nov 7, 2011 | Acting, Plays, Writing
Can you put a Starbucks in Wal-Mart? Buy a latte as you pick out your gun. Can you put a Starbucks in Wal-Mart? Let Conglomerates dictate your fun. Can you put a Starbucks in Wal-Mart? Wear your clothes from Banana and Gap. Can you put a Starbucks in Wal-Mart? Fall...
by | Oct 24, 2011 | Acting, Music, Plays
I just saw Tick…Tick… Boom for the third time. Written by one of my favorite composers, Jonathan Larson, it tells the story of an artist the week before his 30th birthday and the choices he must make. I’ve now seen this show while in my 20’s, 30’s and 40’s and I find...
by | Oct 18, 2011 | Acting, Plays, Writing
Hey, everyone… I’m Lana. My parents named me Lana. No, not after Lana Turner, though that would have helped a wee bit in the self esteem department. After Lana Lang…hello, Superman’s ex-girlfriend. I mean they could’ve gone for Lois, at least she sleeps...
by | Oct 4, 2011 | Acting, Plays, Writing
I think every artist should take an acting class…especially writers. Because it’s so easy to become isolated in your office with just your own stories to keep you company (that and the ever present-never ringing phone you stare at when you come up for air, wondering...
