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Starring: Santiago Cabrera, Sibongile Mlambo, M.C. Gainey, Nolan Gerard Funk, Merrin Dungey, Sara Botsford, Aaron Stanford, Joe Dinicol, Eileen Grubba, D. Taylor Loeb With: Ian Anthony Dale and John Goodman Additional Cast: Phil Proctor, Melinda Peterson, Zac Garred, Bennie Felix, Julia Burglund Written & Directed: by Kely LyonsEditor / Sound Designer: Ted BonnittCasting by: Russell Boast, CSAProduced by: Mark L. Haynes, Kely Lyons, Ted Bonnitt, and Santiago CabreraExecutive Producer: Mark L. Haynes Series Producer: Kely LyonsAssistant Director & Unit Production Manager: Camilha ContrerasCasting Consultant: D. Taylor LoebScript Supervisors: Julia Hirsch, Marilyn Miller Production Coordinator: Patty Lynn Pancho Technical Director: Ted BonnittComposer: Greg MartinRecordist: Jae KimBoom Operators: Chris Sinn, Shelly WenAudio Production Consultant: Brent KiserDolby Atmos Engineer: Andy Snavely Production Assistants: Emily Kosciuk, Yolanda Haramia, Cheyenne Sandifer, Julia Burglund, Aonyea Johnson, Veronica Romero, Aarik Burglund BTS Videographers: Efren Zapata, Andrew Pimental COVID-19 Compliance Officers: Ryan Walhay, Annalee Richards
We had a very insightful conversation about #disability, #inclusion with actress, writer, director, producer Eileen Grubba Eileen's Links: Bring in the Game Changers: https://magazine.thestriveproject.com/issue/oct-dec-2020/bring-in-the-game-changers/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/EileenGrubbaOfficialPage IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0344190 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/EileenGrubba Twitter: https://twitter.com/EileenGrubba Website: https://www.eileengrubba.com ___ WAYS YOU CAN HELP Buy us a coffee or tea to help us continue to be able to share this content - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/m4gkrysandmark Pick up some merchandise on our online store: https://www.bonfire.com/store/m4g-advocacy-media/ Want to be a guest on the podcast? Sign up for PodMatch at https://podmatch.com/signup/m4gadvocacymedia or email us at podcast@marked4glory.com ___ Check out our website: https://www.m4gadvocacymedia.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/m4gadvocacymedia Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/m4gcommunity Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/m4gadvocacymedia Follow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/m4gadvocacy Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCe8ndaB-tTTUpS42TIXec6g #disability #m4gadvocacymedia #paralysis --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/m4gadvocacymedia/support
Award-winning actress, producer, writer and speaker Eileen Grubba joins Utalk host Steve for a conversation about the importance of listening to, accepting, encouraging, and treating with respect those who have a disability. They talk about how we can all be game changers and make a difference for our disabled friends, For more check out our website utalkradio.com and follow us on social media @utalkradio.
Elisa Jordana attemps to interview Don Drakulich from the band GWAR and Eileen Grubba from the TV show Sons of Anarchy, but the show gets hacked and chaos ensues.
When you hear the phrase triumph over adversity, what person comes to mind? My guest, and new favored friend of the show, the multi-award winning Hollywood actor, Eileen Grubba, comes to mind for many. After listening to this episode, you'll understand why. Despite many obstacles due to her experience with a spinal cord injury, cancer and uncertainties about her future in the industry, she persevered to not only work in Hollywood among stars but to shine! She is a phenomenal actor as evidenced by her work on shows such as Sons of Anarchy, CSI: Vegas, Criminal Minds, The Closer, and New Amsterdam. These are just a few of the over one hundred credits in which she's captivated audiences. More importantly, Eileen is an outstanding person. Her dedication to secure inclusion of people living with disabilities is admirable; her determination to uplift all is just as remarkable. She doesn't mix her words; she shouldn't have to. Join Eileen and me as we share stories of human dignity, failure, determination, uncertainty, triumph and more! "Let's Talk About It!" --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/protkall/message
On this episode, Savage takes a call from actress, writer, producer, and activist Eileen Grubba (Sons of Anarchy, SWAT, New Amsterdam, Watchman, Bones, Fear the Walking Dead) about her career in television and film, dealing with the stigmas and prejudices of Hollywood regarding disabled actors, her lifelong membership with The Actor's Studio, and her take on how the film and television industry might change after the Corona Virus lockdown is over.
Actors and disability advocates, Eileen Grubba and Danny Woodburn, discuss the challenges people with disabilities still face in the entertainment industry, as well as the gains they have made in recent years. Hosts Gabrielle Carteris and Duncan Crabtree-Ireland also talk to our guests about what Disability Pride Month means to them. **The views expressed by the guests are their own and not that of SAG-AFTRA. Any mention of products or services does not imply SAG-AFTRA's endorsement.
On this episode of ActorSpeak, Austin Basis speaks with actor Eileen Grubba (Watchmen, New Amsterdam, Sons of Anarchy, Fear The Walking Dead, Nip/Tuck). In Part 1, we talk musicals, cheerleading, putting your pain into the work, Atlanta's Alliance Theatre, HB Studios in NY, being truth-tellers, her mentors Barbara Bain and Allan Miller, and the rest of The Actors Studio family. Eileen Grubba is an award-winning actress, writer and producer, a member of the Television Academy, and a lifetime member of The Actors Studio. Her TV appearances include HBO's Watchmen, SWAT, ALL Rise, Criminal Minds, New Amsterdam, Game Of Silence, The Politician, Sons of Anarchy, Fear The Walking Dead, Hung, CSI: Miami, The Mentalist, Cold Case, Nip/Tuck, The Closer, and Monk- among others! She's won several Best Actress awards for her performances in independent film, including most recently for her work in Dark Hearts and Dead End Drive. She was honored with the WeSpark Award for social impact on the entertainment industry at the Idyllwild International Festival of Cinema in 2020 and won the Mary Austin Excellence in Screenwriting Awards in 2019 and 2020, along with the Mary Austin Excellence in Producing Award in 2021. She advocates for the hiring of performers with disabilities in film, television and advertising, serves on the SAG-AFTRA National Performers With Disabilities Committee, and was selected for the 2020 CBS Leadership Pipeline for directing. When life experience, ambition, talent, and timing converge you get Eileen Grubba. She's a force both on and off camera, and someone I came to admire from her exemplary work on stage at The Actors Studio. Now, after sharing the screen with her in the instant zombie classic Dead End Drive, I've come to appreciate her gifts as an artist even more. WE AUDITION is a video-chat community where actors can audition, self-tape, rehearse, and get expert industry advice. USE promo code: ACTORSPEAK to get 25% off when joining at WeAudition.com
On this episode of ActorSpeak, Austin Basis continues to speak with actor Eileen Grubba (Watchmen, New Amsterdam, Sons of Anarchy, Fear The Walking Dead, Nip/Tuck). In Part 2, we discuss raising the bar, a teachable moment with Russell Crowe, working with idols Jessica Lange and Shirley MacLaine, how life is like a box of crayons, Martin Landau's motivational words, her passion for representation, and advocating for people with disabilities. Eileen Grubba is an award-winning actress, writer and producer, a member of the Television Academy, and a lifetime member of The Actors Studio. Her TV appearances include HBO's Watchmen, SWAT, ALL Rise, Criminal Minds, New Amsterdam, Game Of Silence, The Politician, Sons of Anarchy, Fear The Walking Dead, Hung, CSI: Miami, The Mentalist, Cold Case, Nip/Tuck, The Closer, and Monk- among others! She's won several Best Actress awards for her performances in independent film, including most recently for her work in Dark Hearts and Dead End Drive. She was honored with the WeSpark Award for social impact on the entertainment industry at the Idyllwild International Festival of Cinema in 2020 and won the Mary Austin Excellence in Screenwriting Awards in 2019 and 2020, along with the Mary Austin Excellence in Producing Award in 2021. She advocates for the hiring of performers with disabilities in film, television and advertising, serves on the SAG-AFTRA National Performers With Disabilities Committee, and was selected for the 2020 CBS Leadership Pipeline for directing. When life experience, ambition, talent, and timing converge you get Eileen Grubba. She's a force both on and off camera, and someone I came to admire from her exemplary work on stage at The Actors Studio. Now, after sharing the screen with her in the instant zombie classic Dead End Drive, I've come to appreciate her gifts as an artist even more. WE AUDITION is a video-chat community where actors can audition, self-tape, rehearse, and get expert industry advice. USE promo code: ACTORSPEAK to get 25% off when joining at WeAudition.com
In the latest episode of What's Your Limp? Jordan sits down with actor Eileen Grubba to talk about her limp - which, like Jordan, is a literal limp. Eileen has been discriminated against countless times, losing out on roles because of her limp and even told by people in the industry that she'll never work because she walks funny. However, despite all of that, Eileen has persevered and built a career and resume that the vast majority of actors would envy - appearing in shows such as Sons of Anarchy, Watchmen, Hung, Nip/Tuck and more.Not only is Eileen an incredibly accomplished actor, but she is an advocate for other actors with disabilities and handicaps. She has been at the forefront in the fight for inclusion and has done everything she can to get trained, disabled actors the opportunities that they've been refused for far too long.This might be the guest that Jordan has the most parallels with in terms of their struggles, insecurities and backstories and we hope that all of you will be just as moved by her story than we were!
Another amazing guest on the Live to Walk Again Podcast! This week we had the honor of speaking with Actress, Writer, Producer, Speaker, and Advocate Eileen Grubba! We spoke about the injury that left her paralyzed as a child, the drive that would never let her give up, and pushing through doors in Hollywood for herself and others with disabilities. Check out Eileen's article "Bring in the Game Changers!" from Strive Magazine and her social media links below. Please listen, rate, review, like, and share the podcast! We're just trying to find a cure for paralysis! Eileen Grubba: IG: @eileengrubba FB: @eileengrubba Twitter: @eileengrubba Bring in the Game Changers!: https://magazine.thestriveproject.com/issue/oct-dec-2020/bring-in-the-game-changers/?fbclid=IwAR0SwWENuTb__3-FZDcfTHHN3KGUmk7P3GGpL9iXN8XNWjEPVLq-NYc1ZtM
You've seen her in great shows like The Politician and Sons of Anarchy and she is also #allin fighting for full inclusion in Hollywood. Tune in as actress and producer Eileen Grubba joins me to chat about all of this and her two latest award winning films "Dead End Drive" and "Dark Hearts"! So, pull up a seat and have Drinks with Jess!To find out more about "Dead End Drive" and "Dark Hearts" visit:https://www.facebook.com/DeadEndDriveFilmhttps://www.facebook.com/darkheartsmovie Hosted by: Jess BranasExecutive Producer: Jess BranasConnect with us!Website: dwjphl.comFacebook: DWJPHILLYInstagram: drinkswithjessTwitter: DWJPHL"Drinks with Jess" is a Branas Enterprises production.Distributed by: BE the Voice Podcast NetworkWebsite: branasenterprises.comFacebook/Twitter/Instagram/TikTok: @Branasent
Eileen Grubba is an award-winning actress, writer, public speaker, and producer. She has appeared recently in HBO's Watchmen, CBS's SWAT, Netflix's The Politician, and so many others. In this episode she shares her story of growing up with a disability, overcoming cancer, and finding success in Hollywood. She encourages students to be “the cool kid”, just like the screenwriter of Wonder was the cool kid for her.
Award-winning actress, writer, director and producer, Eileen Grubba, shares her thoughts on her powerful journey of overcoming life-threatening illness and disabilities, fighting for inclusion in the entertainment industry, and living outrageously in the face of fear. Learn more about her perspective as we discuss:her mentors and friends at the Actors Studio why "game changers" like Einstein, Beethoven & Helen Keller are criticalher dream roles and passion projectsand her training at the FBI!Guest BiographyEileen Grubba is an award-winning actress, lifetime member of The Actors Studio, member of the Television Academy, and Brand Ambassador for Global Disability Inclusion. Her TV appearances include HBO’s Watchmen, CBS’s SWAT, ALL Rise, Criminal Minds, NBC’s New Amsterdam, Game Of Silence, Netflix’s The Politician, ABC’s Stumptown, FX’s Sons of Anarchy, Bones, Fear The Walking Dead, HBO’s Hung & Enlightened, Benched, Instant Mom, CSI: Miami, The Mentalist, Cold Case, Nip/Tuck, The Closer, Monk and more. She has been nominated for multiple Best Actress awards for Indie films, with wins for Best Ensemble Cast in the female lead. She was honored with the WeSpark Award at Idyllwild Film Festival 2020 for social impact on the entertainment industry and won Mary Austin Excellence in Screenwriting Awards in 2019 and 2020, as well as many awards for her disability-inclusive short films. She is an advocate for the hiring of performers with disabilities in film, television and advertising, serves on the SAG/AFTRA National PWD Committee, and was selected for the 2020 CBS Leadership Pipeline for directing. She is a national public speaker for events supporting challenged patients, disability inclusion, eradicating bullying, and empowering women. In 2019 she went through training at the FBI’s Citizen Academy for community leaders and was keynote speaker for their graduation.Eileen narrowly survived a viral attack on her spine caused by a vaccine that left her paralyzed. She spent years of her childhood in a wheelchair, and every year since trying to stay on her feet. She is also a cancer survivor.Connect with Eileen:WebsiteTwitterInstagramFacebook---Lady Grey is an award-winning international entertainer and educator. She has been at the helm of numerous performing arts organizations and has performed everywhere from Broadway to the Sydney Olympics. She currently serves as Artistic Director of Lady Grey's Lovelies and continues to work as a mentor and empowerment coach.Connect with Lady GreyFacebookInstagramWebsite
Eileen Grubba is a renowned actress seen in roles on popular programs such as NBC’s New Amsterdam, Game of Silence, Sons of Anarchy, Criminal Minds, CSI: Miami, The Politician on Netflix and countless others. After battling a severe spinal cord injury at the age of five and overcoming cancer in her thirties, Eileen has been presented with her share of challenges. Her experience dealing with disability discrimination led her to become an advocate for children with unique abilities. Eileen is a fighter for the inclusion of disabled performers in the entertainment industry and is dedicated to creating a world of greater understanding and acceptance for all. She is an active public speaker on issues of disability inclusion, anti-bullying, women’s empowerment, patient advocacy, and living your dreams. In today’s episode, host Shay Beider welcomes Eileen to talk about where her source of personal power comes from. Eileen shares what support she would have benefitted from in her early years, and how she could have accomplished 10x as much had she not had to face discrimination in her life and industry. Eileen shares practical advice on overcoming challenges, and tips for how she keeps her body, mind and spirit strong. Transcripts for this episode are available at: https://www.integrativetouch.org/conversations-on-healing Show Notes: Eileen’s IMDB Everyday Warrior Angel City Sports This podcast was created by Integrative Touch for Kids (ITK). ITK is working to change the way people experience healthcare. ITK supports families whose children have any type of special health or medical need. This includes kids with cancers, genetic conditions, autism, cerebral palsy, traumatic stress, and other serious health issues. We have pioneered a new therapy called Integrative Touch™ and reach 3500 people each year in the hospital and community settings. We engage communities in support of families struggling with special medical needs and offer unique Telehealth programs to families and healthcare providers during this challenging time. Thanks to the incredible support of our volunteers and contributors, individuals are able to receive our healing services at little or no cost.
Eileen Grubba, professional actress shares her story of struggle overcoming her disability and the stigmas of Hollywood in achieving success in her acting career.
Episode 3 of Ideagen TV Hollywood - Guest Hosted by Steven James Tingus is excited to have Actress, Writer, and Producer, Eileen Grubba, join us for an incredibly inspiring interview. This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm
The Utalk Crew was joined by Actress, Writer, Producer and Activist Eileen Grubba. Eileen has been in shows like Criminal Minds, Swat, Sons of Anarchy. She tells us about a new project she has been working on since the pandemic. Eileen tells us about being caught in the protests and having to pack up and leave her house due to the violence. She tells us what it was like looking out her balcony and seeing all the Police activity and the protesters in groups around her neighborhood. In the conversation we bring up the idea of inclusivity and diversity and that we are all humans and should be respected and valued. Eileen tells us about her work as an activist for the disability community. She fights for fair and equal treatment for those with disabilities and believes everyone has the right to speak up when they are not being treated fairly. Eileen tells us about what it was like growing up with a disability and being bullied for it. She talks about lessons she has learned from going through her experiences. Eileen reminds us that when you have a disability it doesn't make you weaker it actually makes you stronger
The boys jam with Actress, Writer, Producer, Speaker, and Advocate - Eileen Grubba.You might have seen some of Eileen's work in HBO's Watchmen, Netflix's The Politician, CBS's SWAT, NBC's Game Of Silence, BONES, Criminal Minds, The Red Road, HBO's HUNG, Enlightened, Sons Of Anarchy, Monk, Cold Case, and The Closer.She is a Lifetime Member of The Actors Studio and a huge advocate for the inclusion of people with disabilities in film, TV & all media. Her story was so moving that it brought Evan to tears - let us know what you think!*We do not own the rights to any of the music used in this episode*
I had the pleasure interviewing Eileen Grubba She has appeared shows like Sons of Anarchy, Hung Amsterdam she is also disability activists for the actors and actreess
Hey, everyone! I found this movie on Netflix and thought I’d check it out.You know I love a good Sci-Fi flick. Does this one qualify? Singularity Written and directed by Robert Kouba (have I mentioned how this gets my attention?), Singularity stars John Cusack, Julian Schaffner, Carmen Argenziano, and Eileen Grubba. Synopsis: Earth 2019, 3/4 … Continue reading Singularity →
You've seen her in the past on shows such as Nip/Tuck and Sons of Anarchy, and now she is riding the tube wave again in Swat, New Amsterdam and Watchmen. Advocate of inclusion, fighter for all, actress Eileen Grubba joins me this week for Drinks with Jess! Pull up a seat!"Drinks with Jess" is a Branas Enterprises ProductionBe the Voice Podcast NetworkWebsite: branasenterprises.comFacebook/Instagram/Twitter: branasent
This is a very special 1-year anniversary episode where we have a conversation with TV/Film star, activist, and wonderful friend Eileen Grubba! Her resume covers so many major network, streaming and cable television shows and feature films, there's too much to count! https://sitekreator.com/eileengrubba/resume.html We've seen her in Fear the Walking Dead, Bones, Sons of Anarchy, Game of Silence, Dexter, and met her on the set of the independent film, Preacher Six, through a mutual friend and star of that film, Kyle Hester. http://preachersix.com/ Eileen is a powerhouse of an actress who brings so much energy to the screen in whatever role she takes it really is incredible to watch. We're super excited to see her in the upcoming HBO series WATCHMEN! We struggled a bit with the sound quality because it's a phone interview and there was a lot of echo in the original sound file but it's worth the effort!
As we continue our series of episodes spotlighting Hollywood actors, our guest this week is Eileen Grubba, who has had roles on the stage and the screen. She talks with Mai Ling about her extreme life experiences, the challenges that they posed for her, and how she didn’t let them deter her. Grubba explains why she’s in favor of getting rid of the labels society places on people and shares her story of overcoming cancer and a severe spinal cord injury. You don’t want to miss this inspiring conversation.
In this weeks episode we chat with activist and actor Eileen Grubba. Eileen Grubba's memorable, edgy characters in shows like Sons of Anarchy (2008), NBC's Game of Silence (2016), and HBO's Hung (2009) have gained her a reputation for courageous character work. She is a lifetime member of the world renowned Actors Studio where she is known as a "force" on stage, and often compared to theatre greats Geraldine Page and Kim Stanley. Eileen was born in Anchorage, Alaska into a family of eight children. She grew up in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, then moved to Atlanta, Georgia where she trained at the Alliance Theater, sang in a choir, performed in musicals, and worked in commercials and Independent films. She next moved to New York City where she trained at HB Studios, sang cabaret, and worked in TV and Film before moving to Los Angeles. In LA she works mostly in television and constantly trains at The Actors Studio under the tutelage of Martin Landau, Allan Miller, Barbara Bain, Lou Antonio, Mark Rydell, Catlin Adams. Her past films and Television series, include: NBC's Game of Silence (2016), Criminal Minds (2005), Bones (2005), Sons of Anarchy (2008), Hung (2009), Enlightened (2011) CSI: Miami (2002), The Mentalist (2008) Cold Case (2003), Nip/Tuck (2003), The Closer (2005), Monk (2002), and more. On stage, she has tackled challenging roles in plays by Arthur Miller, Tennessee Williams, David Mamet and on many new plays with emerging playwrights. She was the lead in multiple musicals including "Cinderella", "The Little Shop of Horrors" and "Dracula". Perhaps what is most unique about Eileen is her extreme life experience and what she does with it. Her adventures are much like the stories only seen on the silver screen. She has overcome numerous, unimaginable challenges and has the scars to prove it. Her indomitable spirit is a constant inspiration to others. A fighter all her life, she refuses to give up her quest to make her mark on the Entertainment Industry. She is an advocate for children with disabilities, families with genetic cancers, and fights for the inclusion of performers with disabilities in film and television. Eileen Grubba is also a writer, director, producer, and has an extensive resume in casting, working for network shows and feature films. She has been hired to write screenplays with strong women characters, and has produced several films and a pilot. She draws on her heavy life experience to create dramatic characters with gut-wrenching emotional depth and compassion, on stage, onscreen, and in her writing. Please visit us on the socials as we'd love to hear from you! https://www.instagram.com/goguerillafilm www.twitter.com/goguerillafilm goguerillafilm@gmail.com
Kim, Brim, Zambo and Mr. Greer are back at it again! Apart from all the usual shenanigans, the gang chats about everything pop culture with all the trimmings, Zambo decided to post on social media, and the cast is joined by actress, Eileen Grubba from Sons of Anarchy, Hung and Fear the Walking Dead. Enjoy!
Kim, Brim, Zambo and Mr. Greer are back at it again! Apart from all the usual shenanigans, the gang chats about everything pop culture with all the trimmings, Zambo decided to post on social media, and the cast is joined by actress, Eileen Grubba from Sons of Anarchy, Hung and Fear the Walking Dead. Enjoy!
Eileen Grubba, Actor/Activist known for her memorable, edgy characters in shows like Sons of Anarchy (2008), NBC's Game of Silence (2016), and HBO's Hung (2009) have gained her a reputation for courageous character work. In this interview, originally recorded live at Digital Hollywood in L.A. this year, she dishes with us about her work as a disability activist and about how she alchemizes her own harrowing life experiences into her creative work in this powerful episode that will leave you asking, “What would I stand up and speak for . . . even if no one else would?” This is the premiere of a new episode series, Women In Hollywood: Warriors from Within, a series of captivating bite-sized profiles of the luminous and courageous women making Hollywood great here and now.Find out more about Performers & Creators Lab >>Eileen Grubba's memorable, edgy characters in shows like Sons of Anarchy (2008), NBC's Game of Silence (2016), and HBO's Hung (2009) have gained her a reputation for courageous character work. She is a lifetime member of the world renowned Actors Studio where she is known as a "force" on stage, and often compared to theatre greats Geraldine Page and Kim Stanley. In LA she works mostly in television and constantly trains at The Actors Studio under the tutelage of Martin Landau, Allan Miller, Barbara Bain, Lou Antonio, Mark Rydell, Catlin Adams. Eileen Grubba is also a writer, director, producer, and has an extensive resume in casting, working for network shows and feature films. She has been hired to write screenplays with strong women characters, and has produced several films and a pilot. She draws on her heavy life experience to create dramatic characters with gut-wrenching emotional depth and compassion, on stage, onscreen, and in her writing.Eileen on IMDb>>About Your Host, Holly ShawHolly Shaw, CHT is a performance coach, creativity researcher and stand up comedian. Growing up in Indianapolis, IN she convinced her parents she needed to go to Chicago to get her own agent when she was 14 years old and has spent a lifetime in film, T.V. and on professional stages all over the world as an actor, dancer, and director.Now she shares her passion for the problems that artists face as a Creativity Coach and a Certified Hypnotherapist and has helped hundreds of artists, from Emmy award winning and Grammy nominated artists to world class choreographers overcome their anxiety, stage fright, impostor syndrome, and creative blocks so that they can create original work and totally kill it onstage again and again without feeling like they're selling out or losing their sanity.In 2016, Shaw wrote and released her book, The Creative Formula: Compose, Choreograph, and Capture Your Masterpiece which has become an Amazon bestseller. In 2018 she launched the Performers & Creators Lab podcast which was named one of 2019's most outstanding podcasts by Databird Research. She teaches regularly at the SAG/AFTRA offices in L.A. and SF and runs creative laboratory workshops like the Comedy Lab Open Mic once a month at Monaghan's on the Hill in Oakland. Follow her on Instagram @hollyshawspritely
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CELEBRITY ACTOR - Carmen Argenziano - One of Carmen Argenziano's best-known roles was the recurring characters "Jacob Carter" and "Selmak" on the mega-hit television series "Stargate SG-1." Other credits include: CSI: NY, House M.D., Criminal Minds, Swordfish, Angels and Demons, The Godfather II, The Young and the Restless. You can view more of Mr. Argenziano's film and televisions credits on IMDB.com. ACTRESS - Eileen Grubba - Eileen is a lifetime member of the world renowned Actor's Studio. Eileen's credits include: Criminal Minds, Benched, Bones, Sons of Anarchy, CSI: Miami, The Mentalist, Cold Case, Nip/Tuck, The Closer, ER, Monk and The Young and the Restless. Eileen has just completed the film "Wild Oats" with Jessica Lange and Shirley MacLaine. You can view more of Eileen Grubba's film and televisions credits on IMDB.com. DIRECTOR - Robert Kouba - Robert Kouba began his career in his home country Switzerland. His science-fiction short film "Xenopia" was won awards in film festivals when he was only just 12 years old. He received major filmmaker recognition in 2010 when he directed the science-fiction short film "Translucent Unicorn" for the international campaign Parallel Lines by Philips. Mr. Kouba founded the film production company Vantis Pictures which produces: commercials, music videos, short and feature films. Recently, he has gained worldwide recognition for his science-fiction thriller "The Rift" and his first feature film entitled "Aurora" starring Carmen Argenziano and Eileen Grubba. You can view more of Robert Kouba's film and televisions credits on IMDB.com. INTERVIEW QUESTIONS INCLUDE: Can you tell us the differences in acting styles such as: Method, English Mask, Viola Spoilin, Meisner Techniques and how do you know which one is the right one for you? What do you need to know before they move to LA to pursue a career as an actor? What should be your main focus in handling the business side of your career? What does an agent expect from an actor? WEBSITES: EileenGrubba.com | RobertKouba.com | Twitter: @CarmenArgenzian
CELEBRITY ACTOR - Carmen Argenziano - One of Carmen Argenziano's best-known roles was the recurring characters "Jacob Carter" and "Selmak" on the mega-hit television series "Stargate SG-1." Other credits include: CSI: NY, House M.D., Criminal Minds, Swordfish, Angels and Demons, The Godfather II, The Young and the Restless. You can view more of Mr. Argenziano's film and televisions credits on IMDB.com. ACTRESS - Eileen Grubba - Eileen is a lifetime member of the world renowned Actor's Studio. Eileen's credits include: Criminal Minds, Benched, Bones, Sons of Anarchy, CSI: Miami, The Mentalist, Cold Case, Nip/Tuck, The Closer, ER, Monk and The Young and the Restless. Eileen has just completed the film "Wild Oats" with Jessica Lange and Shirley MacLaine. You can view more of Eileen Grubba's film and televisions credits on IMDB.com. DIRECTOR - Robert Kouba - Robert Kouba began his career in his home country Switzerland. His science-fiction short film "Xenopia" was won awards in film festivals when he was only just 12 years old. He received major filmmaker recognition in 2010 when he directed the science-fiction short film "Translucent Unicorn" for the international campaign Parallel Lines by Philips. Mr. Kouba founded the film production company Vantis Pictures which produces: commercials, music videos, short and feature films. Recently, he has gained worldwide recognition for his science-fiction thriller "The Rift" and his first feature film entitled "Aurora" starring Carmen Argenziano and Eileen Grubba. You can view more of Robert Kouba's film and televisions credits on IMDB.com. INTERVIEW QUESTIONS INCLUDE: Can you tell us the differences in acting styles such as: Method, English Mask, Viola Spoilin, Meisner Techniques and how do you know which one is the right one for you? What do you need to know before they move to LA to pursue a career as an actor? What should be your main focus in handling the business side of your career? What does an agent expect from an actor? WEBSITES: EileenGrubba.com | RobertKouba.com | Twitter: @CarmenArgenzian
ACTRESS | PRODUCER | WRITER - Eileen Grubba is a lifetime member of the world renowned Actor's Studio and trains with: Martin Landau, Barbara Bain and famed acting coach Allan Miller, who also coached Barbra Streisand, Dustin Hoffman and Meryl Streep, to name a few. Eileen has performed in Theatre, Independent films and Television. Eileen's credits include: Criminal Minds, Benched, Bones, Sons of Anarchy, CSI: Miami, The Mentalist, Cold Case, Nip/Tuck, The Closer, ER, Monk, The Young and the Restless and so many more. Recently, Eileen just booked a role on the new NBC drama "Game of Silence" as the character Alice Ann. Eileen was so thrilled to work on the film "Wild Oats" with Jessica Lange and Shirley MacLaine as well as shooting a few episodes of "The Red Road" for The Sundance Channel. INTERVIEW QUESTIONS INCLUDE: Can you tell us the differences in acting styles such as: Method, English Mask, Viola Spoilin, Meisner Techniques and how do you know which one is the right one for you? At what point in your career should you start your search for representation? How do you know when you’re ready? What should a new actor expect from an agent if they're asked to be a client? WEBSITE: EileenGrubba.com | IMDB.com
ACTRESS | PRODUCER | WRITER - Eileen Grubba is a lifetime member of the world renowned Actor's Studio and trains with: Martin Landau, Barbara Bain and famed acting coach Allan Miller, who also coached Barbra Streisand, Dustin Hoffman and Meryl Streep, to name a few. Eileen has performed in Theatre, Independent films and Television. Eileen's credits include: Criminal Minds, Benched, Bones, Sons of Anarchy, CSI: Miami, The Mentalist, Cold Case, Nip/Tuck, The Closer, ER, Monk, The Young and the Restless and so many more. Recently, Eileen just booked a role on the new NBC drama "Game of Silence" as the character Alice Ann. Eileen was so thrilled to work on the film "Wild Oats" with Jessica Lange and Shirley MacLaine as well as shooting a few episodes of "The Red Road" for The Sundance Channel. INTERVIEW QUESTIONS INCLUDE: Can you tell us the differences in acting styles such as: Method, English Mask, Viola Spoilin, Meisner Techniques and how do you know which one is the right one for you? At what point in your career should you start your search for representation? How do you know when you’re ready? What should a new actor expect from an agent if they're asked to be a client? WEBSITE: EileenGrubba.com | IMDB.com
ACTRESS | PRODUCER | WRITER - Eileen Grubba is a lifetime member of the world renowned Actor's Studio and trains with Martin Landau, Barbara Bain and famed acting coach Allan Miller, who also coached Barbra Streisand, Dustin Hoffman & Meryl Streep, to name a few. Eileen has performed in Theatre, Independent films and Television. Eileen's credits include: Criminal Minds, Benched, Bones, Sons of Anarchy, CSI: Miami, The Mentalist, Cold Case, Nip/Tuck, The Closer, ER, Monk, The Young and the Restless and so many more. Eileen has just completed the film, Wild Oats, with Jessica Lange and Shirley MacLaine, and shot a few episodes of The Red Road for The Sundance Channel. INTERVIEW QUESTIONS INCLUDE: What are some things a person should know before they move to Hollywood to pursue a career as an actor? What education and/or experience do you recommend before you go on auditions? At what point in your career should you start your search for representation? What should a new actor expect from an agent? What does an agent expect from an actor client? It's not enough to just take acting classes; you must know about the business side such as: managing your money, marketing yourself via social media, networking at events, etc., from your perspective, why this is so important? WEBSITE: EileenGrubba.com | IMDB.com
ACTRESS | PRODUCER | WRITER - Eileen Grubba is a lifetime member of the world renowned Actor's Studio and trains with Martin Landau, Barbara Bain and famed acting coach Allan Miller, who also coached Barbra Streisand, Dustin Hoffman & Meryl Streep, to name a few. Eileen has performed in Theatre, Independent films and Television. Eileen's credits include: Criminal Minds, Benched, Bones, Sons of Anarchy, CSI: Miami, The Mentalist, Cold Case, Nip/Tuck, The Closer, ER, Monk, The Young and the Restless and so many more. Eileen has just completed the film, Wild Oats, with Jessica Lange and Shirley MacLaine, and shot a few episodes of The Red Road for The Sundance Channel. INTERVIEW QUESTIONS INCLUDE: What are some things a person should know before they move to Hollywood to pursue a career as an actor? What education and/or experience do you recommend before you go on auditions? At what point in your career should you start your search for representation? What should a new actor expect from an agent? What does an agent expect from an actor client? It's not enough to just take acting classes; you must know about the business side such as: managing your money, marketing yourself via social media, networking at events, etc., from your perspective, why this is so important? WEBSITE: EileenGrubba.com | IMDB.com
DIRECTOR | SCREENWRITER | PRODUCER | PRODUCTION DESIGNER - Linda Palmer has been making films for over fifteen years. She is the founder of Runaway Productions, a commercial and feature film production company in Los Angeles. Linda's latest film, a heartbreaking, provocative, gripping story entitled "Our Father" stars Michael Gross (Star of Family Ties) and Michael Worth. This fall, Linda is set to direct and produce, "Last Call At Murray's" written by Brian Beatty and Betsy Morris. Linda was was brought on board for a documentary entitled "Food Heals" by Allison Biggar where she will be taking the film into post-production and distribution in 2015. Linda is in development on another script she wrote and is set to direct, the coming of age feature, "Turnover" which she is co-producing with Eileen Grubba, Colleen Keane and Florence Regina. INTERVIEW QUESTIONS INCLUDE: KickStarter and IndieGoGo are the two main crowd-funding websites that filmmakers use to raise funds for their film projects. What are the pros and cons of each? Some filmmakers ask for their whole film budget and some break it up into various campaigns for example: pre-production, production, post-production. What are the pros and cons for each particular way? What does a production designer do? What type of education do you need? What's the best way to get your first job as a production designer? WEBSITES: RunawayProductions.tv | LPProductionDesign.com | OurFatherProductions.com
DIRECTOR | SCREENWRITER | PRODUCER | PRODUCTION DESIGNER - Linda Palmer has been making films for over fifteen years. She is the founder of Runaway Productions, a commercial and feature film production company in Los Angeles. Linda's latest film, a heartbreaking, provocative, gripping story entitled "Our Father" stars Michael Gross (Star of Family Ties) and Michael Worth. This fall, Linda is set to direct and produce, "Last Call At Murray's" written by Brian Beatty and Betsy Morris. Linda was was brought on board for a documentary entitled "Food Heals" by Allison Biggar where she will be taking the film into post-production and distribution in 2015. Linda is in development on another script she wrote and is set to direct, the coming of age feature, "Turnover" which she is co-producing with Eileen Grubba, Colleen Keane and Florence Regina. INTERVIEW QUESTIONS INCLUDE: KickStarter and IndieGoGo are the two main crowd-funding websites that filmmakers use to raise funds for their film projects. What are the pros and cons of each? Some filmmakers ask for their whole film budget and some break it up into various campaigns for example: pre-production, production, post-production. What are the pros and cons for each particular way? What does a production designer do? What type of education do you need? What's the best way to get your first job as a production designer? WEBSITES: RunawayProductions.tv | LPProductionDesign.com | OurFatherProductions.com