News, Notes, & Gloats

I've been so bad about writing and there is so much to tell. In August I was an extra for a production up in LA called the Lawrence Khong Magic Show. I'd tell you all about it, but then I'd have to kill you. No really. I signed a contract. No talk-y about the Magick-y unless you want to end up in court...y.

Then I helped a guy who started this youtube channel called Plastic Edge who is making music videos for songs that need them. It was a lot of fun and I got to spend the day at the beach getting more tan. There should be a link on my you tube channel to it if anyone wants to point and laugh at dear old Lauren.

Then I shot a trailer for a movie up in Santa Clarita, during the middle of the wildfires. Hellooo. Hopefully it means a part in the full production down the road. They shot the trailer first to try and raise more money to make the film. Good luck guys. I'm pulling for you. It's called Brain & Maggie's Yard Sale.

Whew. As if that wasnt' enough, I just got cast in an indie feature being shot here in San Diego called Ben's Christmas. It's a dark comedy that sounds really hilarious. I get to play the dyke. I can't imagine why?! I hope I can rise to the occassion. I was so excited to call Elsa and tell her about it I was literally beside myself. Which is kind of scary since I drove. My first feature film with a real role. YEEEEAAAAHHHHH. Thanks for your confidence and the opportunity Charles. I'm honored to be a part of it.

That was last night. As if I wasn't on enough of a high, I had another audition this morning for another indie feature called I am a Human Directional.
They want to shoot in October, so it should wrap right about the time I start filming on Ben's Christmas. It's a mockumentary and sounds like a lot of fun. I'll get lots of input and a chance to improv. Woo-hoo! I hope I get some kind of role.

Tonight I'll be roasting my buddy Nicole for her 30th birthday. Should be a ton of fun. Wow! That's a lot of shit! I'm tired just reading about it. Oh, and I forgot to mention. I finally got up the courage to do the open mic at The Comedy Store in La Jolla. It wasn't as scary as I thought it would be...

Updates

Yesterday I did extra work for a HUGE Production. It's a new Fox Pilot (I believe, but don't quote me on it) called Terriers. I got to hang out on set with some actual famous people. COOL! Adeline Frey - It was nice meeting you and hanging out pretending to be travelers together.

Also, tomorrow is SOUTH BAY PRIDE!! I'll be performing there at 4:45pm. I'd love to see everyone come out and support Pride in the South Bay.

New Demo Reel for Agents

Here is an updated Demo Reel with some new footage. Still waiting on some juicier footage to come in from other projects, but I wanted to get something out there.

Unusual Suspects

Okay, so I got my first Television show. It shot in LA on Monday and Tuesday this week. It's a brand new series for Discovery ID called "Unusual Suspects." It is supposed to begin airing sometime in early 2010. The episode I'll be on is called "The Biloxi Murders." I play a woman named Lynne Sposito, the daughter of the couple who are brutally murdered execution style.

This was a trip! I don't know what I was expecting, but this certainly wasn't it. First of all, the hired me off of my photo and resume - no audition. So, I stupidly assumed it would not be a speaking role. Boy, was I wrong. I drove up to LA on Monday afternoon, just in time to rush into the studio for my first call time. They quickly explained to me who my character was and that we would be improving the dialogue. WHAT?!! Oh my f****ing god!

I was finished with my scene in about 10 minutes. It took me longer to change in and out of the outfit than it did to shoot the scene. It was absolutely crazy! Guerilla filmaking at it's finest!

Day 2, very similar, except it lasted all day and on location instead. It was hotter than a witch's tit in a brass bra on set (in the valley with no air conditioning). I absolutely had the time of my life!!! It was so much fun! No really, I did. I wouldn't trade that experience for anything!

And believe it or not, I really enjoyed improving the whole thing. There is nothing that will put you in the moment faster than being on the spot! I just wish I had known more about my character and what kind of personality she had so I could improv HER, and not just my vision of how someone would react in each situation. I hope I do her justice. She deserves it.

The Comedy Store

Date has not been solidified yet. Still TBD. Will update as soon as I know.

Updated Comedy Dates

First American Law Center

Here's my latest commercial.