LAST CALL: Don't miss Jan. 13th!

We have a great event coming up Sunday, presenting WGA strike captain Erich Hoeber and writer-producer Floyd Byars. Each have great stories to tell. IMPORTANT: Note that we're at the McCadden Theatre this Sunday, not at Raleigh Studios. This is a 66-seat theater, and we already have 50 RSVPs so don't delay. We're going to have a great time! FREE with RSVP at www.ScreenPlayLab.com

Erich will explain what we can all do in support of the WGA strike, such as going out on the strike lines. Even if you're not a writer, this is a great cause and a great way to get to know head writers and showrunners.

Floyd Byars was putting together "There Goes the Neighborhood" when director Bob Clark ("A Christmas Story") was tragically killed by a drunk driver on Pacific Highway. Floyd will talk about his career and how he put this film back on track, bringing on board as executive producer Garry Marshall ('Pretty Woman').

To everyone who showed support by coming out to COMEDY WALK this week as host, performer, camera crew, show wrangler or as audience, a big THANK YOU! This is the first time I've executive produced a project that had six simultaneous live shows, and I really appreciate all the help and support. COMEDY WALK is a hit, and we're doing it again on Feb. 14th Valentines Day. I haven't had time to read all our press yet, but you can find links here:

http://www.comedywalk.com/press/

ScreenPlayLab presents Hoeber and Byars on Jan. 13th...

ScreenPlayLab presents WGA Strike Captain Erich Hoeber [IMDB] discussing how to survive the WGA writers strike and Floyd Byars [IMDB] discussing his career as a writer-producer (Desperately Seeking Susan, Mindwalk, Making Mr. Right).

2:30pm sign-in and mingle
3-4pm Erich Hoeber on WGA strike
4:15-5:30 Floyd Byars on writing and producing

McCadden Place Theatre, 1157 N. McCadden Place, Hollywood, California. (66-seat theater NE of Santa Monica Blvd. and Highland). FREE with RSVP at www.screenplaylab.com

Kimberly Lewis Live Audition Class starts January 23rd...

ScreenPlayLab member Kimberly Lewis asks, "If you were asked to audition tomorrow with three original characters and three celebrity impressions, would you be ready?" Even if you think you can’t do impressions, you can get ready with Kimberly's 10-week live audition class. She promises you will come out with three original characters and three impressions that uniquely suit you. Wednesdays, 7pm-10pm, January 23 to March 26, Hollywood location. Kimberly@lewislink.com or (310) 350-1464. $375

ScreenPlayLab Beverly Hills Mixer on Jan. 28th...

If we sit at home we might as well be back in Kansas, right? Mingle with writers, actors, filmmakers and managers. You buy your own drinks and food, inexpensive. The backroom at Sharky's Mexican Grill, 435 N. Beverly Dr. (South of Little Santa Monica), Beverly Hills. Park across the street in the city garage next to Crate & Barrel for $2 after 6pm. Monday, Jan. 28th, 2007, 6pm to 9pm. FREE with RSVP at www.screenplaylab.com

Dustin Hoffman speaking on Jan. 30th...

Women in Film presents actor Dustin Hoffman. Wednesday, Jan. 30, McCormick & Schmick's, 2 Rodeo Drive, in Beverly Hills, 6pm-8pm. (310)657-5144 to RSVP. $35

Global conscience iConflict blog launches...

ScreenPlayLab member Jason Haber has launched a blog that reviews significant international political stories and how new media is changing how people interact and experience news and information. http://blog.iconflict.com

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