AOAO Makes The News!
The highly respected Denver publication, The Westword, writes about The Art Of Acting Out premiere. The red-carpet premiere is being hosted on Monday, Feb 23rd at The Oriental Theater in Denver.
Click the link below to read the write up.

The Art Of Acting Out Premiere by The Westword

Phil Collins. In Denver. For Free.

AOAO Premiere Press Release

Denver, Co-

Yep. A certain Phil Collins will be performing at a local favorite, The Oriental Theater on Monday, February, 23rd 2015.
All a part of the EXCLUSIVE PREMIERE for Denver's newest local web series, The Art Of Acting Out.
With free admission, a red carpet, and a professional photographer on hand, the official launch party for The Art Of Acing Out is expected to reach it's capacity quickly.

Budding Denver Film Scene

Phil Collins, the barista (no actual relation to the slightly more famous musician of the same name), represents Denver's growing and thriving independent film scene. Phil, as played by Cody Dermon, is the star of eight 12 minute episodes that were filmed throughout Denver, and included over 40 unique locations and featured dozens of local actors, models, and comedians.
With over 1,200 Facebook fans, The Art Of Acting Out reached their $10,000 Kickstarter goal last winter and are excited to finally show what they've been up to for the last year, and help progress Denver's local film community.
"Filming the equivalent of a feature length two-hour movie for $10,000 was definitely a challenge, especially with a lot of personalities, but every single setback was a learning lesson and a way to improve as filmmakers" - Tyler Martin, Producer, Co-Creator.

Premiere Launch

The doors for the premiere will open at 7:00pm at The Oriental Theater, with the show running from 8:00pm-10:00pm.
Guests will be able to walk the red carpet, take pictures and grab drinks with the cast, and then be a part of this one-time-only event- Seeing the first season of The Art Of Acting Out projected on the giant 30' screen before it debuts online.
If you'd like to be a part of this limited engagement, please RSVP at www.theartofactingout.tv as seating will be limited. The Oriental Theater is located near the corner of 44th St and Tennyson in the Highlands.

If you miss the premiere you will be able to view the series online at www.theartofactingout.tv afterwards.

The Art of Acting Out featured in CFVA's May 2014 Newsletter

The Art of Acting Out



After a scrappy kickstarter campaign grew into a surge of support, the Art of Acting Out is in its final stage of principal photography. Produced and based entirely in Denver, the project involves dozens of actors, models, and comedians, including a veritable army of CFVA members. Even with the abundance of support from the Denver business and film communities, the series has faced challenges like any independent film- and is proving to conquer those challenges one by one.

The series follows the journey of Phil Collins (no, not that one) - a typically affable Denverite who decides to leave his job as a barista to pursue a career as an actor under the questionable tutelage of his talent agent, Tony. Philnavigateshiswaythroughtheabsurdworldofauditionsandoddparts. Thescript,pennedbyGregoryAronof, called for over three dozen unique locations and a cavalcade of featured extras.

“[Aronof] writes for the universe,” explains Director of Photography Buddy Thomas. “The show is full of so many different elements; it definitely presented a lot of challenges” adds producer Tyler Martin. Those challenges were tackled head-on by a dedicated production crew of over a dozen, not including the myriad freelancers who lent their skills throughout the process.

Some of the crew were on board from the beginning- CFVA member and Lead Makeup Technician Cory Bryant was one. She recalls “I knew there would be a lot of challenging and new things for me, as a makeup and FX artist,and I couldn’t wait to see what the end result would be.” Actor Seymour Muchmore has been similarly invested, appearing as a featured extra in nearly every episode:

“The whole team was just a pleasure to work with- aside from being great at what they do; they’re charming to be around.”

Those CFVA members who were recruited in the midst of filming found themselves slipping effortlessly into place amongst the crew. Kickstarter backer and CFVA member Kristin Keating affirms “They seemed to genuinely just get along with each other while still remaining totally professional, so the whole experience was really positive. I’d work with that team again in a heartbeat.”

Jeremiah Zentz, associate producer, notes “We never had a big budget to entice people from the film community, so we had to convince people this series was worth their time. Much of that is accomplished thanks to Greg’s brilliant story. Colin Floom, local business owner and filmmaker, has lent a huge amount of support. Cory Bryant and Emily McKim (hair stylist) have been very verbal proponents on and off set. Our transparent production, with updates and photos via social media and our website (managed by Paul McCullough), and word of mouth drew more attention. Now we have acquired principal crew including those already mentioned, but also Patrick Walter as gaffer, Cody Troyer on audio, Buddy and Daniel Rachlitz leading the camera crew, and Troy Ten Eck as lead grip and camera. All of them are involved in post-production. We all cannot wait to showcase our final product.”

Having such a talented crew has ensured an equally talented cast their performance will be well presented. Until the series premier is announced, soon-they promise, you can check out interviews with actors Cody Dermon, Todd Simmonds, Mia Klosterman, and Beverly Sartain on May’s Xfinity Arts & Entertainment airing on Comcast Channel 105, 7pm and 11pm Saturdays and 7:30pm Thursdays, starting May 10th at 11pm.

-By Art of Acting Out, with help from Kileigh Hammond

Art of Acting Out Press Release-Kickstarter Campaign

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 12/4/2013

Phil Collins Gets a Web-Series

Sorry, twenty-something Phil Collins. From Denver. Who also has super powers!

Denver, CO: The new web-series “The Art of Acting Out” is looking to make Denver the new Hollywood. With its all local cast and crew, The Art of Acting Out (AOAO) is currently seeking backers (in the form of KickStarter donations) to help fund and contribute to this popular word-of-mouth series. For more information about backing and the rewards, visit http://kck.st/18CJzBw.

The Art of Acting Out hopes to launch in the Spring of 2014, and will feature all things Denver (local talent, businesses, etc.) while providing a chance for the 20 (and counting) cast and crew to make a dream into a reality.

With over 100 backers so far, the Art of Acting Out is half-way to meeting its goal of $10,000 in pledges by 9pm MST on December 15^th, 2013.

The Art of Acting Out is a story about Phil Collins, the barista, and how he quits his job to become an actor in Denver, Colorado. So, technically no super powers, but it does take a heroic amount of courage to quit a comfortable job and take that leap to follow his dreams.

With the help of his questionable manager Tony, we follow Phil on his journey as he takes every bad first gig you can imagine. Along the way he meets his Dream Girl Jennifer, her boyfriend (and future nemesis Jack Ace) and learns to grow and face some of his fears... like stage fright, creepy clowns and what happens if he can't get a job to pay the rent.

Producer: Tyler Martin

Associate Producer: Jeremiah Zentz

Writer: Gregory Aronoff

Lead Actors: Cody Dermon, Todd Simmonds, Evan Duggan, Beverly Jeanne, Mia Klosterman.

Director of Photography & Editor: Buddy Thomas

Score & Music: Drew Bradley

Hair, Make Up, Prosthetics: Cory Bryant & Emily Mckim.

Find out more at www.theartofactingout.tv

On FaceBook www.FaceBook.com/theartofactingout

Every Phil needs a Tony

I started out on this project as a last minute crew member for a night shoot at the Roostercat, location of our first episode and recent host location of our Kickstarter premiere. When I arrived on set I met this enthusiastic cast and crew so excited to finally be filming this story they had all fallen head over heels for. 

As it turns out, one could say they all had a little bit of Phil in them. They have a desire to go all out as filmmakers in Denver, Colorado. Their aspirations elevated by the story they were so excited to finally start telling.

Over the course of the next several months production was a bit slow, lots of opportunities dried up, things just couldn't happen. Not being involved in the planning phases, and being busy with my kids for the summer, I honestly thought nothing of it. Only near the end of the summer did I learn more about the challenges of putting on a show with no budget, how close they have gotten only to miss out on yet another chance to nail a shoot.

It occurred to me that this cast and crew of mini-Phils needed a Tony. You see, as washed up and sleazy as Tony may be, he always gives Phil an opportunity to shine. Be it an audition, in front of a camera, or just flat out stealing another actor's role, Tony wheels and deals until something becomes available for Phil, every episode. 

This story, the Art of Acting Out, needed more chances to shine. So, I put it upon myself to do everything I could to ensure that this cast and crew had the opportunity to get a production day lined up and start shinning.  It was time to find out if I could be this crew's Tony.

It was not just I, though. Everybody in the crew got tired of being a pushover Phil, and started finding the Tony in them. This led to a production packed October that seemed nothing short of a miracle. Weekend after weekend we landed big productions. Every potential shoot had moments that could have led to yet another missed chance. Collectively, we managed to weasel our way into more sealed deals. Instead of accepting defeat, we found ways to create another chance to set up, shoot, and shine. 

The results have led us to a fine tuned production powerhouse. We constantly impress new crew and cast additions that join us for the first time.

Now I want to ask everyone out there who has a little bit of Phil in them to look in the mirror, deep into themselves, and see if they can't find a bit of Tony.  If you do, why don't you help give us a chance to shine? Consider backing us at http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1543547486/the-art-of-acting-out-kickstarter-campaign

Sincerely

Jeremiah Zentz

Assosciate Producer-the Art of Acting Out

Kickstarter Release Party

We definitely succeeded in having a tremendous turn out last night. It looks like our show is well received, the stickers and t-shirts are out there, and so is the most important item, our Kickstarter video! Go watch it now, then come back to this blog...

http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1543547486/the-art-of-acting-out-kickstarter-campaign

We would like to thank the silent auction sponsors, without their help we would not be where we are right now financially. Their contributions were a HUGE spring board into the next 30 days of fundraising, but we still need those pledges so jump on there and back our show!

The house band, with Drew Bradley (the series composer) on guitar and vocals, did an excellent job warming up the guests outside. Check them out below,ladies and gentlemen, the Young Freaks.

By the way, this and all photographs from that night wouldn't be here without the tireless efforts of Chris G, of Cg Photog, who live uploaded photos during the evening, straight to our FaceBook wall! Speaking of which, add him on FaceBook and show some love!

As you see the crowd packed into the viewing area to watch the first sneak peeks at scenes from episodes one through three. If you weren't there, sorry for you, these scenes won't be available for anyone but backers until 2014!

Jeremiah got up and fumbled a few words to make sure the crowd was nice and excited, oh boy were they. Then we went live on Kickstarter, which, by the way, go to the page, now...Seriously. Tyler jumped up to introduce our leads in character as Phil and Tony.

After Meeting Tony and Phil, the crowd started getting down to the beats of Nofrendo, who certainly made a few friends that night! The crowd made sure we didn't have any booze left, which is ok, since they made up for it in cash donations that pretty much covered their drinking, and as a bonus, the went home with over $1,000 in silent auction items. Way to go everybody, we love you! Now should we invite them all back for a get together near the final days of this kickstarter fundraising month? Which reminds me, go to Kickstarter and pledge pledge pledge!

Kick Starter and Silent Auction November 15th 2013 7pm Rooster Cat 1045 Lincoln, Denver, Co

After about 6 months of planning, production, shooting, and editing, the Art of Acting Out is thrilled to bring our friends, family, and followers together for a night of exclusive viewings, live music, mingling with the cast and crew, drinking and eating, donations and auctions! 

Friday night, November 15^th, RoosterCat Coffee House (location of our first episode!) will be closed up for a private party that we want YOU to attend!

Come down to 1045 Lincoln for free beer, drinks, and food starting at 7:30pm.

 Bid on our awesome silent auction items, many of which you can go home with that night!

Get to be the first to watch scenes from our first three episodes, months before they are released!

Finally, watch our Kick Starter Video, meet some special guests, and help us get to our fundraising goal by donating whatever you can.