Sunday, August 9, 2015

Acting News! Disney Radio Music Video Shoot!

Hello everybody!

Thank you so very much for stopping by and reading my blog.

I just came back from set, filming the new video 'SYB' (Shake you Booty) for the pop band, Forever In Your Mind.
Please check out the video after it has been released on 8/23/15.

On set with Director Nayip Ramos and the cast of Dinsey's 'Best Friends Whenever'
So, so excited that I was part of it and was able to show off my dance moves!
A tired but super happy Charlene after wrapping the shoot today

 More exciting news to come soon!

Have a great day ~ Cheers, Charlie



Friday, July 31, 2015

**NEWS! NEWS!** "Child of the '70s" has been picked up in Canada and 8 European countries to air in 2016

Hello all!
I am so very excited to announce these amazing news on this last day of July 2015 

Show producer and creator, Michael Vaccaro made it all happen that in 2016 our show will not only be airing in Canada but also in Sweden, the Netherlands, Belgium, Poland and the Baltic countries.
With Producer and show creator Michael Vaccaro at the premier of Season 3 of "Child of the '70s"
If you want to be part of this very successful project, it is not too late to join! Please read my previous blog entry on how to get involved as a sponsor for product placement throughout Season 4 as well as a financial contributor. 

Fundraising is a vital part of the independent movie industry, so please know that we appreciate your contributions very much and have some awesome perks waiting for you!

* Ever wanted to visit a real Hollywood Set? It's one of our perks!

* How about not just visiting but actually BEING part of the project as a featured extra? It's another one of our perks!

* Or ever wanted to have lunch/dinner with a truly successful Hollywood Actress/Actor who is now part of our amazing project? Ready to claim this amazing perk? Read more here.


You can be here too. Attend our Red carpet premier for Season 4 as one of our fundraiser perks
Hair/make up artists and catering companies who would be willing to donate their services/food in exchange for "Special Thanks" screen credits at the end of each episode are on our "Wanted" list as well.

Please email me with any questions on how to get involved with "Child of the '70s" at charlene_geisler@hotmail.com

Thanks for your support, folks!

With much appreciation and lots of cheers,
Charlie

Sunday, May 31, 2015

Be Part of 'Child of the 70s' project! Read my blog to find out how!

Hello folks!
Most of you know by now that I am also producing movie/film projects, and today I am writing to you not just as cast member of Season 4 of "CHILD OF THE '70s" but also as Producer Charlene and on behalf of our entire production team.

Our production company Under the Counter Productions is raising funds for season 4 of the comedy/new media SAG/AFTRA series "Child of the 70s" effective immediately through 31st July 2015. 
Season 4 is in pre production right now, and principal photography is scheduled to start in August 2015 her in Los Angeles/CA.
Premier date: September or October 2015 (tentatively)


Your contribution will be rewarded with some fantastic perks!
Find out how to receive incentives like Featured Extra roles, Imdb credits, dinners with cast members, signed script of season 4, set visits etc.

* Ever wanted to visit a real Hollywood Set? It's one of our perks!

* How about not just visiting but actually BEING part of the project as a featured extra? It's another one of our perks!

* Or ever wanted to have lunch/dinner with a truly successful Hollywood Actress/Actor who is now part of our amazing project? Ready to claim this amazing perk?

* Scroll down to find out on how to contribute and how to be part of this wonderful project 

Child of the '70s starring among other fabulous stars:
Susan Olsen of THE BRADY BUNCH
Bruce Vilanch of  GET BRUCE
Geri Jewell of DEADWOOD
Ted Lange of LOVEBOAT
Golden Globe Nominee Donna Pescow
Grammy Nominee Judy Tenuta
and
Ann Walker, Michael Vaccaro, Sheena Metal, Kat Kramer, and all the other great talent we are fortunate to have as part of our ongoing project.
Click here to see the full cast & crew credit list on Imdb

FUNDRAISER AND INCENTIVE DETAILS:
10$ - Child of the 70’s signed postcard (main cast).


25$ - Child of the 70’s signed post-card by main cast PLUS Shout-Out on our designated ‘Child of the 70s’ facebook page. STANDALONE PERK.


50$ - Signed headshot of one of the main characters of the show along with 25$ perk.


75$ - Special Thanks in the credits of Season 4 plus Shout-Out on our designated ‘Child of the 70s’ facebook page. STANDALONE PERK.


100$ - Cast signed full size poster along with receiving 75$ perk.


150$ - SET VISIT plus Special Thanks in the credits of Season 4 plus Shout-Out on our designated ‘Child of the 70s’ facebook page. (transportation and accommodations not included). You can choose the date and time as long as it works for us. STANDALONE PERK.

175$ - Graphic t-shirt, cast signed, plus Special Thanks in the credits of Season 4 plus Shout-Out on our designated ‘Child of the 70s’ facebook page. STANDALONE PERK.


200$ - INVITE TO WRAP PARTY (transportation and accommodations not included) plus Special Thanks in the credits of Season 4 AND Imdb Special Thanks credit plus Shout-Out on our designated ‘Child of the 70s’ facebook page. STANDALONE PERK.


250$ - FEATURED EXTRA WITH IMDB CREDIT in an episode of season 4, plus Special Thanks in the credits of Season 4 AND Imdb Special Thanks credit plus Shout-Out on our designated ‘Child of the 70s’ facebook page. (travel and accommodations not included). Dates subject to scheduling. STANDALONE PERK.


350$ - LUNCH OR DINNER WITH ONE OF THE MAIN CAST MEMBERS, plus Special Thanks in the credits of Season 4 AND Imdb Special Thanks credit plus Shout-Out on our designated ‘Child of the 70s’ facebook page. (travel and accommodations not included). STANDALONE PERK.


500$ - INVITE TO PREMIER/AFTER PARTY PLUS signed copy of script from one episode of Season 4 plus Special Thanks in the credits of Season 4 AND Imdb Associate Producer credit plus Shout-Out on our designated ‘Child of the 70s’ facebook page. (travel and accommodations not included). STANDALONE PERK.


1000$ - Producer credit on Imdb and in the credits of Season 4 along with set visit, sit in VIP section at premiere with special introduction on stage, invite to after party, plus Shout-Out on our designated ‘Child of the 70s’ facebook page. (travel and accommodations not included). STANDALONE PERK.


5000$ - Executive producer credit (Imdb credit + credit of Season 4) as well as receive everything in 1000$ category. (transportation and accommodations not included)

Your contributions will go toward:
Making the best New Media comedy EVER, of course!
Seriously - your money will help with:

  • Equipment rental: camera, lights, sound
  • Props and wardrobe
  • Badass celebrity cameos
  • Post production: sound mix, color correction, visual effects, editing, graphic design, title design etc
  • Meals and craft services

  • Make your contributions now and claim your incentive!

    CONTRIBUTE THROUGH PAYPAL
    or copy and paste this link https://www.paypal.com/home

    Producer Michael Vaccaro
    Under the Counter Productions
    michaelvincentvaccaro@gmail.com
    Note: Child of the 70s - Season 4

    CONTRIBUTE BY CHECK/MONEY ORDER:
    Mail to:
    Under the Counter Productions
    c/o Producer Michael Vaccaro
    8608 Holloway Dr. #211 West Hollywood, CA 9006
    Note on check: Child of the 70s - Season 4

    PRODUCT PLACEMENT/SPONSORS
    We are also looking for companies that are interested in their product placements. We are not just going to make sure your product will be placed throughout the show, it will become part of the story and will therefore prominently displayed.
    Corporate Sponsor info available on request or contact Producer Michael Vaccaro for more information at michaelvincentvaccaro@gmail.com 
    No matter if you are a bakery, restaurant, beverage company or florist, we make sure your product(s) will be noticed! 

    EXTRA CASTING (NO PAY/LOCAL HIRE/NONUNION OR UNION)
    Ever wanted to be an extra in a real Hollywood production?
    We are always in need of all you wonderful extras that help creating the right atmosphere for the scenes.
    We appreciate your participation!
    Send your headshot to Michael Vaccaro at 
    michaelvincentvaccaro@gmail.com or me at charlene_geisler@hotmail.com subject line: EXTRA CASTING Season 4 - Child of the 70s


    CREW CASTING (NO PAY/LOCAL HIRE)

    We are also looking for crew members: 
    hair & makeup artists
    set costumers gaffers
    best boy
    still photographer
    boom operator
    sound assistant
    location scouts
    script supervisors
    key grip
    We appreciate your hard work and contribution to our project!
    If you think our series would be of interest to you, please send a short description of past experience and contact info to Michael Vaccaro at michaelvincentvaccaro@gmail.com subject line: CAST Inquiry Season 4 -Child of the 70s

    Here is a bit more about the project itself:

    Summary:
    Bad luck seems always to get the better hand of New Yorker Carlo Perdente, who has a chance encounter with his favorite 1970s TV icon, which totally changes his life... but not necessarily in a good way!
    In season 4, we will find out who's stalking whom, who will win an Emmy and who can claim an award for best REAL family drama!

    Follow us on Twitter
    Follow us on facebook
    Check out our YouTube Channel
    YouTube trailer for Season 3

    Official Website

    Thank you so much for your interest in our project, and I - as one of the producers - want to seriously thank you for any contribution you can make. No matter what the amount and/or good is, your support will make a huge difference to our production and is very much appreciated.

    Thank you also in the name of the entire production team!

    With much appreciation,
    Charlie


    PS: See you at the movies! 
    Producer Michael Vaccaro and me at the Premier of Season 3

    With Geri Jewell at Premier of Season 3