STURGEON BAY-Classic cars and old farm trucks are being sought locally as the independent maritime film 'Confessions of a Sailor' extends their car casting call an additional week through Wednesday, November 23rd.
Applicants can mail in or email a picture of their ride along with a description and contact information. The film seeks all makes and models of vehicles from the 1930s, ‘40s and ‘50s. 'Confessions of a Sailor' is a project of the Media 153 Network, a collaborative work of numerous artists.
The 'Confessions of a Sailor' car call began Saturday, November 12th and will run through Wednesday, November 23rd. Applications and photos can be mailed to ‘Confessions of a Sailor’ P.O. Box 801 Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235 or emailed to confessionsmovieinfo@gmail.com. Visit www.confessionsofasailor.com for more information.
Friday, November 18, 2011
Friday, November 11, 2011
'Confessions of a Sailor' Car Casting Call
STURGEON BAY-Classic cars and old farm trucks are being sought locally as the independent maritime film 'Confessions of a Sailor' hosts a week-long car casting call Saturday, November 12th through Saturday, November 19th.
The car call takes place over the course of a week where applicants can mail in or email a picture of their ride along with a description and contact information. The film seeks all makes and models of vehicles from the 1930s, 40s and 50s. 'Confessions of a Sailor' is a project of the Media 153 Network, a collaborative work of numerous artists.
Resuming filming in Door County in mid-November, ‘Confessions of a Sailor’ features some of Door County’s scenic natural beauty and landmarks. Filming previously took place in the county in the 2011 summer. Local acting talent has also contributed to the making of the film as ‘Confessions of a Sailor’ held casting calls in Green Bay and Sturgeon Bay in June and July respectively.
For this week's open call, it is recommended that those interested in submitting their vehicle for consideration visit the ‘Confessions of a Sailor’ website where an application is available for download.
'Confessions of a Sailor' car casting call begins Saturday, November 12th through Saturday, November 19th. Applications and photos can be mailed to ‘Confessions of a Sailor’ P.O. Box 801 Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235 or emailed to confessionsmovieinfo@gmail.com
For more information visit www.confessionsofasailor.com
The car call takes place over the course of a week where applicants can mail in or email a picture of their ride along with a description and contact information. The film seeks all makes and models of vehicles from the 1930s, 40s and 50s. 'Confessions of a Sailor' is a project of the Media 153 Network, a collaborative work of numerous artists.
Resuming filming in Door County in mid-November, ‘Confessions of a Sailor’ features some of Door County’s scenic natural beauty and landmarks. Filming previously took place in the county in the 2011 summer. Local acting talent has also contributed to the making of the film as ‘Confessions of a Sailor’ held casting calls in Green Bay and Sturgeon Bay in June and July respectively.
For this week's open call, it is recommended that those interested in submitting their vehicle for consideration visit the ‘Confessions of a Sailor’ website where an application is available for download.
'Confessions of a Sailor' car casting call begins Saturday, November 12th through Saturday, November 19th. Applications and photos can be mailed to ‘Confessions of a Sailor’ P.O. Box 801 Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235 or emailed to confessionsmovieinfo@gmail.com
For more information visit www.confessionsofasailor.com
Sunday, October 9, 2011
Final Four Filming Weekends
'Confessions of a Sailor' fall filming is down to four remaining weekends of production. Shooting resumes October and November. Filming is expected to wrap on schedule in late November, followed by post-production beginning in December.
Among the notable and exciting filming days ahead will be the wintery open-water shoot on Lake Michigan and the casting call for vintage cars (1930s, '40s and '50s).
Among the notable and exciting filming days ahead will be the wintery open-water shoot on Lake Michigan and the casting call for vintage cars (1930s, '40s and '50s).
Wednesday, July 6, 2011
'Confessions' Wraps June Shoot
'Confessions of a Sailor' wrapped it's June shoot, Thurs. June 30th completing nearly all of filming for its modern day story. Shifting gears and changing locations, production begins again, now retelling the tale that began half a century earlier, the wreck of the Carl D. Bradley.
The tragedy of the Bradley struck Tuesday, November 18th, 1958 when she sank in a Lake Michigan gale. 33 brave men were killed in the wreck. It is the sincere hope of the 'Confessions' production to retell the story through the art of film as a lasting tribute to those lost and their families--these are the witnesses of both courage and sacrificial love.
The tragedy of the Bradley struck Tuesday, November 18th, 1958 when she sank in a Lake Michigan gale. 33 brave men were killed in the wreck. It is the sincere hope of the 'Confessions' production to retell the story through the art of film as a lasting tribute to those lost and their families--these are the witnesses of both courage and sacrificial love.
Jennifer Cadena Joins 'Confessions' Cast
Actress Jennifer Cadena joined the 'Confessions of a Sailor' cast for filming during early to mid-June in Door County, Wisconsin. Cadena stars as the lead actress in the indie maritime film. Previous roles include the recurring character "Michelle" on NBC's Days of Our Lives as well as supporting roles in the horror/suspense film 'The Roommate', the powerful short 'Crescendo' and comedy 'Bring It On Again', to name a few.
'Confessions of a Sailor' filmed 3 1/2 weeks in June on location in the Door County peninsula from Little Sturgeon to Ephraim and from the Bay of Green Bay to the shores of Lake Michigan.
'Confessions of a Sailor' filmed 3 1/2 weeks in June on location in the Door County peninsula from Little Sturgeon to Ephraim and from the Bay of Green Bay to the shores of Lake Michigan.
Wednesday, June 29, 2011
Door County Casting Call
'Confessions of a Sailor' hosted a special casting call for Door County area acting talent, Tuesday June 28th at Sturgeon Bay's Knights of Columbus Hall. Casting directors are looking particularly for locals for supporting roles as well as extras and day players.
Friday, June 3, 2011
Casting & Crew Call Concludes
The 'Confessions of a Sailor' casting team concluded the Green Bay casting call, Thursday night stating there was "some great variety", "surprises", and " fine talent". Acting talent hopeful for potential supporting roles and extras arrived early. By 5pm the hallway congregation had begun. The crew call brought in gifted individuals who had experience and an understanding of their field. Participants in the cast and crew call met with some of the casting department for 5-10 minute intervals consisting of a short interview, paper-work, and if time, a cold-read from the script.
Contacts will be made over the weekend and following week pertaining to casting decisions.
The production would like to thank Days Inn for their hospitality and making their conference center a great place to host the event. A special thanks as well to the Door County Advocate, Green Bay Press Gazette, the Post Crescent and Actingbiz.com for their promotions of the call.
Contacts will be made over the weekend and following week pertaining to casting decisions.
The production would like to thank Days Inn for their hospitality and making their conference center a great place to host the event. A special thanks as well to the Door County Advocate, Green Bay Press Gazette, the Post Crescent and Actingbiz.com for their promotions of the call.
'Confessions' Casting, Crew Call in News: The Post Crescent
The Post Crescent June 1, 2011
Independent film casting call set for Thursday in Green Bay
The independent film “Confessions of a Sailor” will be holding a casting and crew call Thursday at Days Inn City Centre, 406 Washington St., Green Bay.
The casting and crew call will take place on a first come, first served basis from 5 to 8 p.m. in the south meeting room.
Those interested in available acting roles should bring their resume and headshots. People interested in available crew positions should bring their resume and any samples of work.
“Confessions of a Sailor” is a project of the Media 153 Network, a collaborative effort of various artists, and is expected to do much of its filming in Wisconsin.
For more information, visit www.confessionsofasailor.com.
Independent film casting call set for Thursday in Green Bay
The independent film “Confessions of a Sailor” will be holding a casting and crew call Thursday at Days Inn City Centre, 406 Washington St., Green Bay.
The casting and crew call will take place on a first come, first served basis from 5 to 8 p.m. in the south meeting room.
Those interested in available acting roles should bring their resume and headshots. People interested in available crew positions should bring their resume and any samples of work.
“Confessions of a Sailor” is a project of the Media 153 Network, a collaborative effort of various artists, and is expected to do much of its filming in Wisconsin.
For more information, visit www.confessionsofasailor.com.
'Confessions' Casting, Crew Call in News: Green Bay Press Gazette
Green Bay Press Gazette Jun. 1, 2011
Independent film 'Confessions of a Sailor' hosting open casting call in Green Bay
The team behind “Confessions of a Sailor,’’ a full-length independent film set in Door County, is hosting an open casting call for cast and crew from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Days Inn-City Centre, 406 N. Washington St., Green Bay.
Media 153 Network, a “media ministry,’’ is looking for actors for supporting roles, day actors and extras as well as production members for a story set in 2008 that unfolds against the backdrop of uncovering the mystery of the 1958 Lake Michigan shipwreck of the Carl D. Bradley.
Jennifer Cadena, whose acting credits include the 2011 film “The Roommate’’ and NBC’s “Days of Our Lives,’’ has signed on to star in the film, along with area standup comic Justin Kenneke and Andrew Delaurelle, a theater performance major at the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay. Kurt Krauss, a 2010 UWGB grad, is director.
The film is tentatively slated for release in June 2012.
Actors should bring a resume and headshot to auditions, or for the crew, a resume and any samples of their work. For more info, go to www.confessionsofasailor.com.
Independent film 'Confessions of a Sailor' hosting open casting call in Green Bay
The team behind “Confessions of a Sailor,’’ a full-length independent film set in Door County, is hosting an open casting call for cast and crew from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Days Inn-City Centre, 406 N. Washington St., Green Bay.
Media 153 Network, a “media ministry,’’ is looking for actors for supporting roles, day actors and extras as well as production members for a story set in 2008 that unfolds against the backdrop of uncovering the mystery of the 1958 Lake Michigan shipwreck of the Carl D. Bradley.
Jennifer Cadena, whose acting credits include the 2011 film “The Roommate’’ and NBC’s “Days of Our Lives,’’ has signed on to star in the film, along with area standup comic Justin Kenneke and Andrew Delaurelle, a theater performance major at the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay. Kurt Krauss, a 2010 UWGB grad, is director.
The film is tentatively slated for release in June 2012.
Actors should bring a resume and headshot to auditions, or for the crew, a resume and any samples of their work. For more info, go to www.confessionsofasailor.com.
'Confessions' Casting, Crew Call in News: Door County Advocate
Door County Advocate, May. 31, 2011
Film holding cast, crew calls in Green Bay
Area actors and actresses may find their lucky break as the independent film "Confessions of a Sailor" hosts a casting and crew call from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday in the South Meeting Room at the Days Inn City Centre, 406 Washington St., Green Bay.
The maritime film is seeking acting talent for supporting roles, day actors and actresses and extras and production crew. One of the producers indicates much filming will take place in Door County.
"Confessions of a Sailor" is a project of the Media 153 Network, a collaborative effort of various artists. Standup comic Justin Kenneke, recently named Fox Cities Top Comic 2011 and winner of the Dairy Air Comedy Festival and Lakeshore's Top Comic, has joined the cast, and University of Wisconsin-Green Bay theater performance major Andrew Delaurelle is one of several local actors already working on the production.
For Thursday's open call, those interested in available acting roles should bring their resumes and headshots. Artists interested in available crew positions should bring their resumes and any samples of work.
The casting and crew calls will take place on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information, visit www.confessionsofasailor.com.
Film holding cast, crew calls in Green Bay
Area actors and actresses may find their lucky break as the independent film "Confessions of a Sailor" hosts a casting and crew call from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday in the South Meeting Room at the Days Inn City Centre, 406 Washington St., Green Bay.
The maritime film is seeking acting talent for supporting roles, day actors and actresses and extras and production crew. One of the producers indicates much filming will take place in Door County.
"Confessions of a Sailor" is a project of the Media 153 Network, a collaborative effort of various artists. Standup comic Justin Kenneke, recently named Fox Cities Top Comic 2011 and winner of the Dairy Air Comedy Festival and Lakeshore's Top Comic, has joined the cast, and University of Wisconsin-Green Bay theater performance major Andrew Delaurelle is one of several local actors already working on the production.
For Thursday's open call, those interested in available acting roles should bring their resumes and headshots. Artists interested in available crew positions should bring their resumes and any samples of work.
The casting and crew calls will take place on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information, visit www.confessionsofasailor.com.
Thursday, May 26, 2011
JUNE 2ND: 'CONFESSIONS' OPEN CASTING & CREW CALL
'Confessions of a Sailor' announced Thursday it will be hosting a casting call as well as a crew call on Thursday, June 2nd at the Days Inn City Centre in downtown Green Bay.
The independent maritime film will be looking for acting talent to fill a variety of roles including supporting roles, day actors/actresses and extras as well. Additionally, 'Confessions' is recruiting talented production crew for the June and July shooting schedule.
Those interested in working on this film as acting talent or production crew should bring their resume to the Days Inn City Centre, South Meeting Room, between 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. Thursday, June 2nd.
The Days Inn City Centre is located at 406 N. Washington Street, Green Bay, WI. For more info visit: www.confessionsofasailor.com
The independent maritime film will be looking for acting talent to fill a variety of roles including supporting roles, day actors/actresses and extras as well. Additionally, 'Confessions' is recruiting talented production crew for the June and July shooting schedule.
Those interested in working on this film as acting talent or production crew should bring their resume to the Days Inn City Centre, South Meeting Room, between 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. Thursday, June 2nd.
The Days Inn City Centre is located at 406 N. Washington Street, Green Bay, WI. For more info visit: www.confessionsofasailor.com
Tuesday, May 17, 2011
OPEN CASTING CALL & CREW CALL
'Confessions of a Sailor' will be hosting an open casting call and crew call in the Green Bay area late next week.
'Confessions' still has openings for supporting roles, and is also looking for extras. Those interested should bring their acting resume along with a headshot. 'Confessions' production crew is looking for individuals with background in film, whether professional or film students. Those interested should bring their resume and/or copy of some of their work.
Open calls mean they are open to the general public.
'Confessions' still has openings for supporting roles, and is also looking for extras. Those interested should bring their acting resume along with a headshot. 'Confessions' production crew is looking for individuals with background in film, whether professional or film students. Those interested should bring their resume and/or copy of some of their work.
Open calls mean they are open to the general public.
Sunday, January 16, 2011
Reviews of Previous Productions, Krauss' Acting Involvement
As a means of listing theatrical reviews as well as movie reviews that Kurt Krauss has been involved in as an actor, this post will direct you to these reviews by following the link below. Please note that *** marks reviews in which Krauss' roles are mentioned specifically.
FILM REVIEWS
'Public Enemies' review by MANOHLA DARGIS, NY Times, Published: July 1, 2009 http://movies.nytimes.com/2009/07/01/movies/01enemies.html
'Godfather of Green Bay' review by MAITLAND MCDONAGH, TV Guide:
http://movies.tvguide.com/godfather-green-bay/review/282390
THEATRE REVIEWS
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'Copacabana' review by JIM PROTSMAN, Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter, Published March 4, 2006:
http://pqasb.pqarchiver.com/htrnews/access/1756106551.htmlFMT=ABS&FMTS=ABS:FT&date=Mar+4%2C+2006&author=Jim+Protsman&pub=Herald+Times+Reporter&edition=&startpage=A.2&desc=Theater+review%3A+%27Copacabana%27+heats+up+CCC
***
'Dracula' review by AMY HANSON, Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter, Published October 20, 2005:
http://pqasb.pqarchiver.com/htrnews/access/1782288241.htmlFMT=ABS&FMTS=ABS:FT&date=Oct+20%2C+2005&author=Amy+Hanson&pub=Herald+Times+Reporter&edition=&startpage=C.1&desc=Lakeshore+play+has+bite
FILM REVIEWS
'Public Enemies' review by MANOHLA DARGIS, NY Times, Published: July 1, 2009 http://movies.nytimes.com/2009/07/01/movies/01enemies.html
'Godfather of Green Bay' review by MAITLAND MCDONAGH, TV Guide:
http://movies.tvguide.com/godfather-green-bay/review/282390
THEATRE REVIEWS
***
'Copacabana' review by JIM PROTSMAN, Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter, Published March 4, 2006:
http://pqasb.pqarchiver.com/htrnews/access/1756106551.htmlFMT=ABS&FMTS=ABS:FT&date=Mar+4%2C+2006&author=Jim+Protsman&pub=Herald+Times+Reporter&edition=&startpage=A.2&desc=Theater+review%3A+%27Copacabana%27+heats+up+CCC
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'Dracula' review by AMY HANSON, Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter, Published October 20, 2005:
http://pqasb.pqarchiver.com/htrnews/access/1782288241.htmlFMT=ABS&FMTS=ABS:FT&date=Oct+20%2C+2005&author=Amy+Hanson&pub=Herald+Times+Reporter&edition=&startpage=C.1&desc=Lakeshore+play+has+bite
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