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Writers, like any other professional need prodding and urging to become better and more efficient in their field. The more you practice, it becomes inevitable for you to hone in on your writing skills. Whether you enjoy writing, write because you-have-to, or are a professional, it is undeniable you benefit from tips of other writers. A contemplation of basic writing tips can be compiled into one arena for easy access when looking to create a document, story, or pitch.

Writers, like any other professional need prodding and urging to become better and more efficient in their field. The more you practice, it becomes inevitable for you to hone in on your writing skills. Whether you enjoy writing, write because you-have-to, or are a professional, it is undeniable you benefit from tips of other writers. A contemplation of basic writing tips can be compiled into one arena for easy access when looking to create a document, story, or pitch.

I have some close friends and colleagues in the entertainment industry, which I have dabbled in a little myself, and they have vented to me time and again about what they see during the open casting call process. In an attempt to not go insane from the repetition I hear from my aggravated acquaintances on an almost daily basis, I’ve devised a list in hopes that actors reading it will give them a break. Which consequently, will give me a break. Here we go!

1. Excuses:

I’ve talked to some people who are in the “know” and compiled a short list of acting audition tips to help you land that big role in the next blockbuster movie.

1) Don’t make excuses why things aren’t going your way

2) Always go for an early audition. Fresh minds equal reasonable minds.

3) Always bring your portfolio (headshots and resume).

4) When asked a question, make a choice. Don’t say, “Doesn’t matter” or “I don’t know”.

5) Look presentable, be personable and be prepared—you only get one chance.

Remember when comedy and improv shows were new and fun? How you chortled at the cleverness? How you howled at the originality? Drawn together from different corners of the country, and sick of the run-of-the-mill improv routines and games, a group of young actors formed “Veritas” an experimental improv troupe seeking out new, innovative and challenging forms of improvisational theatre, comedy and storytelling. Veritas will be performing their first full-length show at the Secret Rose Theatre for one night only on Sunday, September 13 at 7:00 PM.

North Hollywood, CA – So here you are, deep into your acne phase in a play about your teenage years, and guess what? Your misery isn't all that delightful anymore. A pyro ex-girlfriend, a stoner best-friend, a confused goth sister, a duo of drunk mean girls, a homophobic germaphobe, and a bullied pianist, engulfs “CB” in this hilarious yet dark comedy, and along the way takes him on a journey through self-discovery and peace of mind.

As she left the beautiful tropic island of Jamaica, Reniel Billups realized she was not only leaving her home, but her whole culture as well. One of the aspects of island life that she adored most was the mouth-watering food. From a young age, Reniel came to the United States and her hankering for food and cooking only grew.

Reniel wanted to share her island flair with the U.S. She began cooking at the age of nine, playing with food and creating new and exciting dishes. As she became more comfortable in the kitchen her knack for cooking became an expertise.

As she received the devastating news, Maha El-Sabaawi stood helplessly as she watched her life and dreams come to a halt. There was little she could do as her body froze with emotion. Maha knew her life would never be the same after she was diagnosed with a rare form of advanced breast cancer.

The Secret Rose Theatre in the NoHo Arts District of North Hollywood will present the “Secret Rose Mini Musical Fest” in June and July 2009. The evening will feature seven 10 to 15 minute musicals.

In “Change of Plans”, (music, book, and lyrics by Michael Gordon Shapiro. Directed by Derrel Maury) a former entrepreneur, now in a rut, rediscovers his college journals. Confronted with his own aspirations from earlier in life, he's forced to decide which version of himself he's going to be.

Girls who were recently cut from the cheerleading squad at Casa Roble High School in Orangevale, Calif., got “revenge” on their coach, 20-year-old Carlie Becker, by “exposing her Playboy modeling activities,” under the name Carlie Christine, to school authorities, who promptly fired her.

Had Carlie Becker not been fired as the school's cheerleading coach, it might have been very interesting to see what kind of routines were in store for the spirit squad at Casa Roble High in California.