6 September 2005 Time flies when you are having fun. Sorry for lack of news here the past year but I got on a roll. In the past 2 years since coming back to the U.S., I have worked on over 25 Film and TV projects in any capacity from PA to Actor to Executive Producer and everything in between. I am now focusing more on Acting, Producing and Casting. For those involved with the SAG experimental film Ashtide last year, we are nearing completion so stay tuned for 2006 film festivals. I am currently working on three projects below, “Downtime”, “Dirty Copz” and “Booger.” Also, I am still enrolled at the Professional Actors Studio in Atlanta. I studied under Nick Conti for almost 2 years. I am now studying IMPROV under Brian Chapman from Whole World Theatre. My agent is SAG franchised agent Arlene Wilson.

September 2005 I am an actor in the short film "Booger" by Out of the Cage Productions which will be fun to do. Very fun and creative film! Also, I am playing the role of Dave in the feature film by Rob Tiffin called "Downtime" and one of our actors is Larry Holden from “Batman Begins”, “Memento”, and “Insomnia!” I met him this weekend and he is really cool and an awesome actor. His wife Hanna is very nice and supportive too. All of us had lots of fun Friday night, 2 September 05 as the first two scenes were completed.

August 2005 I am Associate Producer on Silver Screen Studios third film “Dirty Copz” which will wrap in Sept 2005. I cast some Principal Roles (Captain Meeks, Lawyer, Old Man, Grandpa, Boyfriend, and Girlfriend) and also did Extras Casting of 25 actors for two scenes (pool scene and casino/gambling scene). I have an actor role also in this film playing TEK, the computer techie guy who assists the cops.

July 2005 Screened "CONCRETE BROWN" at the 48 Hour Film Fest in Atlanta! We won one of the three audience awards for the night and will screen our film in BEST OF ATLANTA in Sept 2005 which is the ten best films in the fest. Congrats to the awesome cast and crew of over 70+ people who came together in a team effort! Shun Jester was Producer and Eric Bomba Ire was Director. I was Associate Producer, 1st AD, and Casting Director. Awesome actors included Valentine, Constantine Varazo, Jyn Hall, Frank Warlick, Darius Truly, Brandon Duke and Emma Page! That is just to list a few.
Also, awesome editing by Knighttyme Studios!!

Wow, it has been a busy few weeks since I last updated! I will update by the week and not the day:

Week (19-25 April 04)

Acting class as always on Monday nights with Nick Conti. Also, had two auditions for two films this week including one film by Richard LeParmentier from "Star Wars" fame. You can see his web site at www.admiralmotti.com

Also, met with my acting scene partner Ted this week as we started on acting showcase cycle again. We are doing a funny piece from "Raising Arizona." I play the role of High and Ted is Glenn. In the movie, Nicholas Cage played High.

On Saturday night, went with fellow actors, Lisa, Liz, Thomas, Debbie, and the Basement Theatre Improv Comedy show near Chastain Park. This is a new theatre which seats around 30-40. Real fun night! I recommend you check it out.

Week (26 April - 2 May 04)

Monday night acting class perfomed first night of prepared work. Went real well with Ted. We were basically already off book, in costume, with props.

On 27 April, worked second day on SAG feature "First Offense." Got to meet Corben Bernsen from LA Law and Major League. Real nice actor. We filmed all day on set at a restaurant in midtown. Met some real good people that day!

Also, found out that I was cast in a recurring principal role for "The Spirit Has Spoken" from Stronghold Ministries. I will play the role of Coach Dye, the College Basketball coach! Real excited about this project.

1 May went to the Actor Expo and had a blast seeing everyone and making new friends and contacts!

2 May Had two feature film auditions- "Corruptors" and "Call of the Dead." Woud love to work on one or both of these films.

3 May- Nick Conti acting class. Improv night.

19 April 04 Nick Conti Actor Studio class

18 April 04 Played bar patron on SAG Feature film “First Offense.” We filmed at Soho Restaurant in Vinings. Will film again on 27 April 04.

17 April 04 “Ashtide” production meeting with Thomas Elliott and friend. We now have approval for SAG experimental status for film. We later met fellow actor friend Jeff Pack for some wings at Taco Mac in VA Highlands.

15 April 04 “Just Asking For It” premiere at the Five Spot in Little Five Points. It was a fun evening watching “Just Asking For It,” “Performance Anxiety,” “White Trash Dreaming,” and “Burnt Sienna.” Thank you to Scott and John for putting on the evening. Stay tuned for great pix!

13 April 04 Unified Auditions at the Atlanta Civic Center. I was audition #137 at 1157 am! How precise! It was a good experience auditioning in front of over 100 people and 60 organizations. Good way to get your headshot and resume out there too.

Also auditioned for CNN commercial that day.

12 April 04 Nick Conti Acting class. Third time up with monologues.

11 April 04 Happy Easter!

10 April 04 Callback Audition for Stronghold Ministries TV Sitcom. Would love to get a part with this inspired group.

8 April 04 First, I have to say good bye to Nick and Amy on "The Apprentice" who both got fired today! Only Kuame and Bill left. In addition to squeezing in my favorite TV show, I co-hosted Get Ready For Love radio show with Viveca and also guest host Peeps. Tune into www.getreadyforlove.com Earlier in the day, I met two friends from North Carolina who drove down for some auditions that I told them about. You can see their web site at www.timruane.com and see Natalya's site at www.natalyaart.com Great seeing you guys and see you in NC soon!

7 April 04 ASHTIDE production meeting with Thomas Elliott from Love2Act We talked until 1am at Starbucks! Gloria Gayton was in our meeting earlier. Great things coming with this movie so stay tuned!

Been a busy week so here are the updates!

6 April 04 Happy Birthday to fellow actor Kyle Hudson! Went to midtown restaurant with some of Kyle's friends to celebrate.

5 April 04 Watched our video taped performances in Nick Conti's class from the week before and did physicality improvs. My improv was with Kyle and Justin from class.

2-4 April 04 Did all weekend filming with "One Tree Hill" (Viacom production), the hit TV series on WB network. We did 12 hours on set both days with at least 4 cameras rolling almost the whole time! Thank you to FinCannon for allowing me to be part of this season's finale show. Look for me sitting right behind the scorekeeper table during the basketball game. Great meeting McClain, Lloyd, Tim, Andy, Chelsey, Kimberly, Kristina, Azalea, Jessica, and others! Thanks Candi for making the long drive with me.

31 March 04 Did audition for Donna Galler "Missionary Position" short film.

30 March 04 Did Background work for Turner Television movie "Wool Cap." Thanks Kyle Hudson for calling my name in on that. We filmed about 12 hours, got to see William H. Macy who is one of my favorite actors. He was awesome in "Door to Door." Also, good to work with JD Taylor again who was an AD on set. I worked with JD on "Just Asking For It" which he directed. Fun being on set with Julie, Missy, Kyle, Liz, Sarah, Dean, and others!

29 March 04 In Nick Conti's acting class, I did my second week of prepared work, a Vietnam story from www.forgottensoldier.com After I did the monologue, then had to do monologue improv. Nick and others liked it.

28 March 2004 Went to First Cinema production meeting with John Cornetta, Scott Stamper, and others to discuss Reality Pilot TV Show and upcoming Feature Film.

27 March 2004 Went to CB Audition for "Crying" for role of DA. Brought friend Garth Anderberg to read for role of Politician. Good job Garth!

26 March 2004 Worked with Thomas Elliott from www.Love2Act.com on the film we are producing together called Ashtide. Casting will be in May with filming in August. This film will be marketed to all the major film festivals.

25 March 04 Co-Hosted my radio show Thursday night on www.GetReadyForLove.com which airs on www.WSRadio.com. My co-host is Viveca and we also had "Peeps" again on the air who is always fun to work with. Tonights guests were Dr. Helen Fisher, author, Why We Love The Nature and Chemistry of Romantic Love (www.helenfisher.com), second we had a tribute to Mattie J.T. Stepanek who is a 13-year-old young man who was born with a rare neuromuscular disease called dysautonomic mitochondrial myopathy. His disease is one of the 43 types of diseases being researched by the Muscular Dystrophy Association. His poetry and writings can be viewed on www.mattieonline.com and also www.myhero.com Here is one of Mattie's poems below that I really liked.

Future Reminiscing

It is good
To have a past
That is pleasant
To reflect upon.
Take care
To create
Such a gift
For your future.

December 25, 2000
© Matthew Joseph Thaddeus Stepanek
Used with permission from Hope Through Heartsongs, Hyperion, 2002

Finally, our last guests were Maria and Michael Carter. Maria conducts retreat seminars for women to help them get their balance back in life. You can read about her seminars on www.womensexperience.com.

Was a good show tonight. No show next Thurs but back on the following week.

Take Care,
Robert