LA CASTING DIRECTOR INTENSIVE
with Paul Weber
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PAUL WEBER
C.S.A
A Former Executive for MGM Studios for 16 years, Paul Weber has cast and advised on an incredible number of film and televison projects over the years. Including but not limited to the wildly popular STARGATE franchise, POLTERGEIST, FAME, ZOOKEEPER with Kevin James, HOT TUB TIME MACHINE, RED DAWN with Chris Hemsworth, Joss Whedon’s CABIN IN THE WOODS, and ROBOCOP.
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Weber is now a fully independent casting director and producer and continues to cast projects for networks like NETFLIX, A&E, DISCOVERY NETWORK, HULU, WGN, LIFETIME, HALLMARK, COMEDY CENTRAL and the CW. Paul is also a casting consultant for several Canadian and American production companies, presently handling US Casting for PURE, the highly praised limited series for HULU, and the 1/2 hour comedy CRAWFORD for Comedy Central.
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Weber is a member of the Casting Society of America, the Writers Guild of America and has served on the Host Committee for the Annual Academy Awards and is a judge for the 2018 Emmys. Paul is also a very respected audition coach and teaches his 'Art of the Audition, Business of the Art' audition technique class worldwide. Paul recently returned from the Toronto Film Festival where he was a guest speaker for the Rising Stars Program and also appeared on the prestigious SXSW Film Festival panel representing Film Casting Directors.
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WHAT PEOPLE SAY
"Paul Weber saw a skinny, uncredited actor audition for the role of a hulking, iconic gladiator. Everything I knew about auditions told me, no matter how hard I tried, I didn’t have a chance. Paul taught me the things I assumed about casting could be wrong – a good casting director will see the potential, regardless of the situation. His vision, belief and advice through the audition process was instrumental in me getting cast in Spartacus, something that has opened an entire career to me, and completely changed my life.”
– LIAM MCINTYRE (STAR OF “SPARTACUS”)
INTERMEDIATE AUDITION INTENSIVE
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Over the course of this one day intensive actors will have the chance to get up on their feet and - using pre-assigned sides - audition for LA Casting Director Paul Weber. Paul will then guide each actor through a re-direct and offer one on one feedback.
This dynamic, practical and highly effective intensive will demystify the audition process and will give you the skills and confidence needed to create a memorable audition.
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How to approach auditions 5 lines or less so that you aren’t forgotten
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How to build a relationship with a new casting director
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Audition basics that every actor needs to know
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What casting directors are looking for
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Why certain actors succeed and why some fail
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How to best market and brand yourself
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And LOTS MORE!
Whether you’re just starting out or are already auditioning for film and television - you WILL NOT want to miss this.
Spots are very limited - register today!
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REQUIREMENTS:
None. This intensive is open to actors of any level. 18+
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INTENSIVE DATE:
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Saturday
1PM-7PM
April 27
6hrs in studio | $249+hst
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MASTERCLASS AUDITION INTENSIVe
This one day intensive is designed for MASTERCLASS actors who are already auditioning for film + television. Each actor will have the chance to get up on their feet and audition for LA Casting Director Paul Weber with assigned sides. Paul will then guide each actor through a re-direct and offer one on one feedback.
This workshop offers advanced actors the winning tools that you need to achieve success in the audition room. Including:
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Advanced audition technique
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How to go from booking principal/guest stars to leads
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What is the secret ingredient to getting noticed at that highest level of competition
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How to make the boldest most effective choices in the room
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The importance of listening and cold reading technique
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How to deliver your best read, the first time
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And LOTS MORE!
Ready to take your auditions to the next level? Ready to go from booking principal roles to being pinned for SERIES LEADS? Don’t miss this opportunity to find out how.
Spots are very limited - register today.
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REQUIREMENTS:
Actors with agent Representation and film + TV credits. 18+
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INTENSIVE DATE:
Sunday
1PM - 7PM
April 28
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6hrs in studio | $249+hst
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YOUTH + TEEN AUDITION INTENSIVE
This intensive, led by LA Casting Director Paul Weber is designed to help demystify the audition and casting process for young actors and their parents. Over the course of this 3hour intensive each young actor will have the chance to get up on their feet and audition for Paul. Actors will then receive one on one feedback as well as a re-direct.
This dynamic, practical and highly effective intensive will give young actors the skills and confidence needed to create memorable auditions.
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How to build a relationship with a new casting director
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Audition ‘basics’ that every young actor needs to know
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What casting directors expect from young actors
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Why certain young actors succeed and others fail
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How to best market and brand yourself
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How parents can help a young actor navigate the film + television world
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And LOTS MORE!
No matter if you’re just starting out or are already auditioning for film + television - EVERY young actor and their parent should attend this workshop.
Spots are very limited - register today!
REQUIREMENTS:
None. This intensive is open to actors of any level between the age of 10-17.