The Sunday that we expected our callback from the initial audition was the best day ever! I can think of few days that were better. I laugh at people who try to say that the best day of their lives is the day their kids were born! LMAO, no way! Maybe for the father! NOT for the mother, I am telling you from experience. You are in so much agony. But the Sunday that I was waiting to hear if my kid was "good enough"...that was an amazing day. They had informed us that there had been approximately a thousand or more auditions and only 50 children were being chosen. Naturally I wanted Annika to be chosen. I just did not plan on taking their offer, but I wanted to hear it. I had to know if she was good enough.
They promised that the callbacks would happen from 9am to 11am and at 10am we got the call from Michael Worth. He said that Phil Lewis who had heard Annika's brief audition monologue felt there was potential. Michael commented that wkith Annika's beautiful good looks, modelling should not be ruled out either. I honestly cried when I hung up. It was then that Annika insisted we move forward. I had told her it would be an honor to get the callback but that our answer would be "no"...but my pride got the better of me and I said "maybe", which eventually lead to a YES. I was not the only person involved in making this decision so I cannot take the credit for that. I more felt I was swept up in it and moved along with little option.
That afternoon, we signed her up. The following Saturday we arrived at the Westin Hotel for an orientation and to meet the man who operated the camp, Adrian R'Mante. We were also introduced to his wife Sandra Winebarger and then to Matt Timmons (Suite Life on Deck) and Chester See (recording artist and host of Disney 365). These were her trainers for the two days. There were photo Ops, autographs, performances, improvs and plenty of excitement to go around. Ultimately, Adrian's experience in the Industry presented great help to us all in choosing the right steps for our children. It was clear to me that every shild had their individual ability or gift. Also, the children have different desires for their careers.
The 3rd day of camp came a week after on the following Saturday. Now we are being invited back for one more day of Improv and practice with Chester See...that same evening the kids will run through a final rehearsal for their Audition with some well-connected people. Sunday March 20th is the "big day". Our trainer Cassie explained about this last week. As she shared, I felt the energy growing around us all. There was that feeling of real hope and excitement. She told us that Adrian invites 7 Casting Directors and Talent Agents who represent clients in Nickelodeon production and the Wb and Fox Family and the Disney Channel. She confirmed that Larry LaFond will be there. Cassie was persuasive and I, for one, believe her. She said that in addition to these folks, local RI and MA agents will turn out to see if they can scoop up some new talent to represent. Annika will need representation if she is to anywhere in this Industry.
So, she has a lot to accomplish and alot to overcome. Adrian always remarks that although her acting is great, she witholds her personality...and she ought to walk in showing it off. She's got it in her. I knw she does.
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