Hey, everybody!
Last summer, I had an awesome opportunity to work in Las Vegas on a documentary they were filming at EDC (Electric Daisy Carnival). It was one of the crazier things I have ever worked on - but it was a great experience to be behind the scenes of such a large event. The trailer for the movie was just released, so I figured I would share it with you all! Enjoy!
Thursday, May 08, 2014
Saturday, February 01, 2014
Book of Mormon @ The Pantages
Today, I had the chance to check out the hit-Broadway musical BOOK OF MORMON at the Hollywood Pantages Theater. I had a great time!
The musical was very funny -- perhaps even moreso than SPAMALOT -- which is saying something! The songs were catchy and the cast did a great job. You can clearly see why this show swept The Tony's a few years back :) I especially enjoyed the fact that the main character has a slight obsession with the City of Orlando! I feel like in some ways I can relate.
Seeing the inside of the Pantages Theater was an added treat. The theater is full of Hollywood history. Located at Hollywood and Vine, it was built in the early 1930's. When you walk inside, it's as if you are taking a step back in time. In the 50's, this theater hosted the Academy Awards for a number of years. Since then, it has been "the" place to see traveling Broadway productions. I saw THE LION KING here late last year, but I still could not help getting excited when visiting the theater for my second time.
Enjoy some pictures I managed to sneak of the theater! If you ever have a chance to check out this impressive building of Hollywood history, do so! You will not be disappointed.
The musical was very funny -- perhaps even moreso than SPAMALOT -- which is saying something! The songs were catchy and the cast did a great job. You can clearly see why this show swept The Tony's a few years back :) I especially enjoyed the fact that the main character has a slight obsession with the City of Orlando! I feel like in some ways I can relate.
Seeing the inside of the Pantages Theater was an added treat. The theater is full of Hollywood history. Located at Hollywood and Vine, it was built in the early 1930's. When you walk inside, it's as if you are taking a step back in time. In the 50's, this theater hosted the Academy Awards for a number of years. Since then, it has been "the" place to see traveling Broadway productions. I saw THE LION KING here late last year, but I still could not help getting excited when visiting the theater for my second time.
Enjoy some pictures I managed to sneak of the theater! If you ever have a chance to check out this impressive building of Hollywood history, do so! You will not be disappointed.
Tuesday, January 14, 2014
ANTM 21 - New Position!
It looks like 2014 is getting off to a great start for me!
Earlier today, I got a call from Rickie, my good friend and boss on America's Next Top Model. Rickie was calling to offer me a promotion to the position of APOC for the upcoming 21st season!
APOC stands for Assistant Production Office Coordinator -- and it's a big step up from where I've been working for the past few years. The position will have me serving as one of the two people in charge of the cast house where they shoot the show. I was overjoyed when Rickie called to offer me this awesome promotion!
With this new endeavor, I will actually be entering a union. It's the IATSE 871 Union - which is a union that was created for Script Supervisors, Coordinators, and Accountants that work in the entertainment industry. When I called the union rep to set up my initial paperwork, she told me I am one of the youngest to ever join! (As an added bonus this season, I will actually have a credit on the show!)
I'm excited for the opportunities this new season holds for me. I know I'm still far from the ultimate goal, but this is a much welcomed step in the right direction. A big shout out and THANK YOU to Rickie and everyone at the Top Model offices who have been so kind and have reached out with congratulatory notes. It means the world to me :)
Here's to a great season!
Earlier today, I got a call from Rickie, my good friend and boss on America's Next Top Model. Rickie was calling to offer me a promotion to the position of APOC for the upcoming 21st season!
APOC stands for Assistant Production Office Coordinator -- and it's a big step up from where I've been working for the past few years. The position will have me serving as one of the two people in charge of the cast house where they shoot the show. I was overjoyed when Rickie called to offer me this awesome promotion!
With this new endeavor, I will actually be entering a union. It's the IATSE 871 Union - which is a union that was created for Script Supervisors, Coordinators, and Accountants that work in the entertainment industry. When I called the union rep to set up my initial paperwork, she told me I am one of the youngest to ever join! (As an added bonus this season, I will actually have a credit on the show!)
I'm excited for the opportunities this new season holds for me. I know I'm still far from the ultimate goal, but this is a much welcomed step in the right direction. A big shout out and THANK YOU to Rickie and everyone at the Top Model offices who have been so kind and have reached out with congratulatory notes. It means the world to me :)
Here's to a great season!
Wednesday, January 08, 2014
Valerie & Ed
Look who I ran into today! One of the celebrities from this past season of DWTS - Valerie Harper!
Valerie is a class act who took the ballroom by storm this season with her incredible and inspirational story. She has been working in this industry a long time, so it was fun to hear her stories this season about working in the business. She is such a kind, genuine soul.
I also had the pleasure of meeting Ed Asner today! Ed is perhaps most well known for his role on "The Mary Tyler Moore Show" -- but in recent days, he has had his fair share of gigs, as well. His most recent role in the past decade was playing Carl Fredrickson in Disney / Pixar's "Up"! Ed was a super nice guy who had me laughing the entire time we talked. His sense of humor is so dry. After talking to him for a bit, you can clearly tell that he has a lot in common with the character he plays in "Up". :-)
Valerie is a class act who took the ballroom by storm this season with her incredible and inspirational story. She has been working in this industry a long time, so it was fun to hear her stories this season about working in the business. She is such a kind, genuine soul.
I also had the pleasure of meeting Ed Asner today! Ed is perhaps most well known for his role on "The Mary Tyler Moore Show" -- but in recent days, he has had his fair share of gigs, as well. His most recent role in the past decade was playing Carl Fredrickson in Disney / Pixar's "Up"! Ed was a super nice guy who had me laughing the entire time we talked. His sense of humor is so dry. After talking to him for a bit, you can clearly tell that he has a lot in common with the character he plays in "Up". :-)
Wednesday, January 01, 2014
Happy New Year!
HAPPY NEW YEAR!
I always love ringing in the New Year because it's a chance to reflect on the past and make great plans for the future. Last year, I was blessed to have a pretty great year staying busy doing what I love and pursuing my dreams. This year, I'm hoping the streak continues. And who knows - maybe move up a little? :-)
Thanks to everyone in LA (and back home) who has helped me from the start.
Here's to a great 2014!
I always love ringing in the New Year because it's a chance to reflect on the past and make great plans for the future. Last year, I was blessed to have a pretty great year staying busy doing what I love and pursuing my dreams. This year, I'm hoping the streak continues. And who knows - maybe move up a little? :-)
Thanks to everyone in LA (and back home) who has helped me from the start.
Here's to a great 2014!
(Featured: Just SOME of the highlights of 2013)
Sunday, December 15, 2013
SURVIVOR: Blood vs Water Finale
You know you are important when you have a seat with your name on it! :)
Sunday, November 10, 2013
Letters to Ashleigh - Milwaukee Magazine Follow Up
Hi, Friends!
I'm thrilled that a follow-up story about my upcoming documentary was featured in Milwaukee Magazine. Check out the story and the EXCLUSIVE trailer by clicking on the link below. And PLEASE help spread the word! This is a story that NEEDS to be told!
Special Thanks to Mr. Mack Bates for supporting this project since it's inception and for helping to give our movie a special voice within the community. Check out the link below!
http://www.milwaukeemag.com/article/1172013-ACalltoActionLetterstoAshleigh
I'm thrilled that a follow-up story about my upcoming documentary was featured in Milwaukee Magazine. Check out the story and the EXCLUSIVE trailer by clicking on the link below. And PLEASE help spread the word! This is a story that NEEDS to be told!
Special Thanks to Mr. Mack Bates for supporting this project since it's inception and for helping to give our movie a special voice within the community. Check out the link below!
http://www.milwaukeemag.com/article/1172013-ACalltoActionLetterstoAshleigh
Saturday, April 20, 2013
Walt Disney Family Barn
Today, I had the pleasure of visiting the Walt Disney Family Barn in the heart of Griffith Park. The park is just a short drive from me, and it was such a beautiful day today that it was a great opportunity to get out! When I first arrived, I received an exclusive collectible sticker. The sticker is your 'ticket' on the train that takes you to and from the barn.
The barn is actually a museum that was built in the backyard of Disney's house as a place where Walt could get away and play with his toy trains. It's no secret that Walt Disney loved playing with trains -- so much so that he built an entire barn for them!
They say that the barn was the birthplace of Walt Disney Imagineering because it was here that Walt stirred up his original concept designs for the Disneyland park. How inspiring! Being inside the historic building, you can really 'feel' Walt's vibe. EVERYTHING in the barn was touched and created by Walt and his closest friends. The desks, the tables, the stationary, and all the train tracks. It was so cool to see.
The barn is actually a museum that was built in the backyard of Disney's house as a place where Walt could get away and play with his toy trains. It's no secret that Walt Disney loved playing with trains -- so much so that he built an entire barn for them!
They say that the barn was the birthplace of Walt Disney Imagineering because it was here that Walt stirred up his original concept designs for the Disneyland park. How inspiring! Being inside the historic building, you can really 'feel' Walt's vibe. EVERYTHING in the barn was touched and created by Walt and his closest friends. The desks, the tables, the stationary, and all the train tracks. It was so cool to see.
There's a few other things that make this location special. For starters, it's the only Disney 'park' that offers free admission. All other parks like Disneyland, Disney World, etc... and even his family and hometown museums require a fee to enter. Secondly, it's the only place where you can collect an exclusive Disney pin that you can't find anywhere else. For those who are die-hard pin collectors, a gift shop visit is a must. Lastly, it's the only place where you can see an original train from Disneyland when the park first opened! How COOL is that?!
Overall, good times were had at the Disney Family Barn! It's small and can easily be seen in about an hour, but it's worth the visit if you have the time!
Wednesday, April 17, 2013
RIP Richard LeParmentier
Richard LeParmentier passed away today. He memorably 'felt the force' of Darth Vader's wrath as Admiral Motti in STAR WARS. I had the pleasure of meeting him a few years ago, when he gave me his version of the 'force choke'. Cheers to a cool guy who will be missed!
Wednesday, March 20, 2013
Busy, Busy, Busy!
Lately, it seems like life has been in "fast forward" mode. I haven't had much time to stop and take everything in since I've been so busy working.
Yesterday was my last day on Top Model for the season. The time flew by SO quickly, and I'm really sad to see it all come to an end. The crew on the show has become like family to me, and it makes coming into work every day just a little more special. Once the cycle hits the airwaves this summer, we'll find out if we are back for another season. Keep your fingers crossed for me that we do!
Today, I am back on set of Dancing with the Stars. No down time. No break in the middle. I'm just hopping from one gig to the next. I'm excited to be back with some familiar faces I haven't seen in a while, and I'm looking forward to meeting some of the new stars for this season.
Maybe if I'm lucky, I'll find a day off in the near future. Until then, it's time to put the petal to the metal!
Yesterday was my last day on Top Model for the season. The time flew by SO quickly, and I'm really sad to see it all come to an end. The crew on the show has become like family to me, and it makes coming into work every day just a little more special. Once the cycle hits the airwaves this summer, we'll find out if we are back for another season. Keep your fingers crossed for me that we do!
Today, I am back on set of Dancing with the Stars. No down time. No break in the middle. I'm just hopping from one gig to the next. I'm excited to be back with some familiar faces I haven't seen in a while, and I'm looking forward to meeting some of the new stars for this season.
Maybe if I'm lucky, I'll find a day off in the near future. Until then, it's time to put the petal to the metal!
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