AIA ARTIST SUCCESSES
AIA ARTIST SUCCESSES
AIA ARTIST SUCCESSES
Success Stories
We'd like to congratulate actors who've participated in our courses, some of which include Sean Hayes (Will & Grace), Hal Sparks (Queer as Folk, Talk Soup, Spider-Man 2), Gary Bristow (ER, CSI), and so many others ? some of whom are listed below. (Where possible, we have also included links to their entries in the wonderful Internet Movie Database, so that you may be able to view more complete details on their acting careers.)
We are very proud of these actors, for their dedication to their careers and are thrilled about the wonderful feedback we continue to get about how our classes and instructors have made a difference for them. Stay tuned for more stories coming soon.
"CALLOUS" Wins Riverside International Film Festival !!!
“CALLOUS” won Best Feature Film at the Riverside International Film Festival.
Joey Lanai Kari Nissena Thom Mulligan Seth Adams Paul Major Brian Groh Madison Nicole Alexander Brenda Hattingh Jamie Wilson
"Intervention" ... The Comedy
Starring: Alex Rosenkreuz, Kari Nissena, Kim Irwin Dildine, Amato D'Apolito, Kellie Koppel, Rydell Danzie, Asa Holley, Travis McElroy, Jordan Keller
A.J. Tannen
A.J. is enjoying an incredible career. In addition to being seen on "NCIS" and "JAG", he had the lead in the 2007 Oscar winning short film "West Bank Story".
Alex Rosenkreuz
Alex got signed to a manager after a casting director discovered him at an AIA workshop. An agent saw Alex in a scene he had shot with another AIA member and was called in to sign with her agency.
Amy Jo Johnson
"The Division", "Clean Breaks", "Felicity", and a series regular on "Mighty Morphin Power Rangers". 
Amy Rohren
"Mr. Deity", "Enterprise", "Ennui", "The Young & The Restless" and the feature film "Killing the Dream". 
Billy St. John
"Road Kill", "Flatter", "Drake & Josh", "Club Soda", "Good Company", "Mr. Deeds", and "General Hospital" 
Brian Groh
Several films including "My Dinner with Jimi" in which he played John Lennon , "Bottom Feeders" and "CALLOUS". Currently working on further film and commerical projects. 
Briana Scarnecchia
Booked a Co-Host job on SMTV called “Get Out.” She is also the designer for a HBO Movie called “Before and Afternoon” and is the lead designer for a USC Frat House makeover. 
CALLOUS Starring AIA Consultant Kari Nissena wins BEST FEATURE at IndieFest USA !
“CALLOUS” Starring AIA Consultant Kari Nissena wins BEST FEATURE at IndieFest
Kari Nissena also wins Best Actress at Oceanside International Film Fest. 
Carla Valentine
She's booked 10 projects in 2007 so far including 5 short films, 2 pilots, 1 voiceover, 1 theatrical piece, 1 episodic (Diagnosis X for TLC) and just got a theatrical agent--Chris Ledford at 
Carla Vega booked 3 national commercials!
Carla booked a national Coca-Cola commercial and a national Jack in the Box commercial, both will air during the Super Bowl! She also booked a national Lowes commercial! Yay Carla! 
Catherine Brewton
She's booked a guest star role as Mrs. Robinson in the web-series “Deliverance by the Slice.” 
Catherine Grace
"Malcolm In The Middle", "The Gilmore Girls", "CSI" and the film "Breathe". 
Chelsey Dailey
Chelsey Dailey signed with Amsel, Eisenstadt & Frazier Talent Agency. Congratulations! 
Comedy "SEXUAL HARASSMENT ORIENTATION" starring All AiA Actors
SEXUAL HARASSMENT ORIENTATION Another all-AIA cast smash hit. Starring - Alex Rosenkreuz, Kevin Campbell, Julie A. Sanchez, Asa Holley, Kari Nissena, Adam Lesar, Travis McElroy, Evyh Cerhus, Vikie Collette, Tanner Wiley, Kaneita Russell, Adi Spektor, Leah Allers, Krista Larson 
Corey Kotler
Description:
Booked "Ugly Betty", “Passions” , “Heroes” and "ER".
Corey Says = Jimmy Kimmel Live! Thanks to my class with Caroline Liem
Recurring on General Hospital (My mother always wanted me to become a doctor!)
I signed with Susan Nathe & Associates across the board as a result of meeting them at AIA
I just booked a Dial Soap National Commercial through Susan's office!
Booked eight episodes of NBC's Passions, the Heroes pilot, and the season finale of Ugly Betty. Acting in and producing a full length film entitled How I Got Lost, has written and will be directing A5874 (www.A5874.com) 
Craig Patton
"Scrubs", "Monk", "Dexter", "House MD", "Boston Legal","The District", "Sunset Beach", "Sara's Life", "Passions", "General Hospital", "Judging Amy", "Buffy The Vampire Slayer", "For Goodness Sake" and "Descendant". 
Cynthia Ickes
Did a podcast for Oprah.com and she most recently booked a princple role in the feature film Humanity's End 
Deborah Geffner
Booked "Grey’s Anatomy", "the 9", "Monk", "Criminal Minds", "Passions", a national Slim Jim commercial, national American Airlines commercial, and untitled Hank Steinberg pilot and her pilot was also picked up!
Debra Leigh
A relatively new Premiere Member, Debra was called in for Criminal Minds, and booked it. Her first network tv gig!!
Denzel Whitaker
AIA Client Denzel Whitaker - Starring opposite Denzel Washington and Forest Whitaker in "The Great Debaters"!
Doug Dearth
Booked roles on "ConAir", "Grace Is Gone", "The Contract", "Grosse Pointe Blank", and a John Cusack feature film. 
Elise Baughman
Elise participated in the Hosting Agent Extravaganza and signed with Venture IAB's hosting division!!!
Eva Tingley
Hey Kari & Traci,
I just wanted to let you two know that thanks to AIA Studios I met with and signed across the board with Paula McAfee at Starcraft. Thanks soo much AIA! 
Frances Manzo
Frances is not only a talented actress, but she has a great career as a dancer! She has been featured on "Zoey 101" and "Hannah Montana" as a dancer. She has also joined Miley Cyrus as a live performer.
Frank Crim
"Smother", "George Lopez", "Criminal Minds", "Dead Ronnie", "Six Feet Under", "Judging Amy", "Without a Trace" and the film "Species III" 
Frank Grillo
"The Kill Point", "Without A Trace", "CSI: Crime Scene Investigation", "Prison Break", "Blind Justice", "Wasteland", guest star on "The Shield", "Law & Order: SVU", and appeared in the film "Minority Report".
Gabby Sacci
Booked a co-star role on “Studio 60,” signed with representation across the board and booked a play. 
George Ketsios
Roles on "Monk", "The Young & the Restless", "Numb3rs", and"Untold Stories of the ER". Also booked three national commercials (Hummer H3, Nicoderm and Merrill Lynch), booked the lead in a play and a supporting role in the short “Descendents.” 
Hal Sparks
Hal has done a number of films, including "Spider-Man 2", "Dr. Doolittle 2", "Dickie Roberts: Former Child Star". Stars in Showtime's series "Queer as Folk", former host of "Talk Soup" and regular on VH1's "I Love The '70s, '80s, '90s" series. 
Heather Robinson
Heather met Clear Talent Group at AIA's Commercial Agent Extravaganza and subsequently has signed with them commercially. Congratulations Heather!
Heidi Fielek
Booked a Direct TV commercial and a voice over job for LRN training videos. 
Herman Poppe
Over a dozen films including Danielle Steele's "Mixed Blessings", "Pale Rider", "Robin Hood: Men in Tights" and over two dozen TV guest appearances including "Scrubs". 
Hollie Hummel
Booked the feature film, “Heart of Fear” directed by Henri Charr, a JC Penney testimonial and “60 Seconds on a Steward’s Journey,” which won the Bronze Telly! 
Jaclyn Carmichael
Booked a role on “Passions” and signed theatrically with Gwyn Fox and commercially with Origin. Called in from AIA classes by Meg Morman, Julie Swistak, Sean Fenton and Kara Sullivan Did a Dollars 4 Gold commercial 
Jake Galasso
Booked a guest star role on “My Name is Earl” starred in award winning film, “The Silver Patriot” and also booked “Cats on a Plane.” 
James Quattorchi
CONGRATULATIONS to Director, Producer, Actor & Long time friend of AiA. His latest film will be released worldwide in 2008 through Sony Pictures! 
Jamison Jones
Starring opposite William H. Macy & Christian Slater in "He Was a Quiet Man" Booked roles on “24”, "CSI-NY", "Crossing Jordan", "Alias", and features including "He Was a Quiet Man". 
Jay Fraley
Jay Fraley signed across the boards with Paula McAfee at Starcraft Talent Agency. Jay met Paula at our November Theatrical Agent Extravaganza. After attending the Ultimate Actor's Weekend 3-day Intensive, he was called in for TV/Film/Commercial Representation meetings by The Wallis Agency and Avalon Artists. 
Jennifer Rhodes
Roles include starring on "Charmed" as "Grams", “Passions” ,"Boston Public", "Gilmore Girls", "Friends", "Wings", "ER", "Full House", "Party of Five", "Designing Women", "Knott's Landing", and "The Agency" just to name a few. 
Jessica Bogart
She's repped by William Morris for voice over, and has booked several voice-overs, including a voice-over for a Paris Hilton feature film. She has also signed with LW1. 
Jillian Reed
Signed with Buchwald Talent. 
Jim McCaffree
Booked a live action trailer for Jerry Seinfeld’s movie, “Bee Movie” and a national commercial. Jim also signed with a Print Agent. |
JoAnn Paolantonio
"Blonde", "Trial and Error", "Lived to Tell", Men's Wearhouse commercial, ABC Family Channel promo, 
Johnny Giacalone
Johnny just booked an episode of iCarly on Nickelodeon. He also signed with the theatrical agents Schiowitz Connor Ankrum & Wolf , Inc. He booked 2 days on the independent horror feature Dark House. Johnny booked a workshop of the new play Of Equal Measure at The Center Theatre Group. 
Jose Garcia
Booked a role on the feature film, “Men in Stipes". 
Joseph A. Garcia
Booked the Feature Film Bachelor #2 and 2 National Commercials for Jack in the Box and Honda!!!
Julie Belknap
Signed with the Wallis Agency, and booked roles in the features "In Your Dreams" and "Ben & Arthur".
Kari Nissena
Kari Nissena starred in "The Mind Conjurers". The film Premieres at The New York Film and Video Festival. She also booked the feature film "Dear Lemon Lima" to film in Seattle! Also in "Dear Lemon Lima" with Best Actress Academy Award nominee Melissa Leo. Booked one of the lead roles in the Sci-Fi Feature "Humanity's End". Filmed the Lead in the Feature Film "CALLOUS" & Co-Star Role on Nickelodeon's JUST JORDAN ! Starred in the films "Silver Patriot" and "Cats on a Plane". 
Karla Zelaya
First of all I want to thank AIA and Alys for alot of the work I have booked. Alys has been so amazing and she motivates me so much.. "Pig People" with the rapper Little Romeo! A daily Drama-Soap called "Hacienda Heights" directed by Tom Epplin Thanks again for everything !! HAPPY NEW YEAR! 
Katie Gill
"Days of Our Lives", "Bones" & "CSI:NY" are just some of the shows highlighting Katie's work. Well done! 
Katie Melcer
Booked "Untold Stories of the ER" and a "1-800-Dentist" national commercial! She also signed with a Print Agent. 
Kehli O'Byrne
"American Heiress", "Piranha", "Panic In The Skies", "The Last Embrace" and guest appearances on TV shows including "Silk Stalkings", and "Highlander". 
Kellie Koppel
Erica Silverman brought her straight in to producers and booked her for a week on Criminal Minds!!!!!!! Booked a role in a feature film “In the Mirror Daily.” 
Kim Dildine
Kim did a workshop with Erica Silverman, 
Kim Estes
The movie "Death and Taxes", portrayed O.J. Simpson on the TV series "Infamous", and booked an SUV Volkswagon commercial. 
Kim Stinger
Booked a feature film and signed with Howard Talent. She also booked a Verizon Wireless Industrial. 
Larry Thomas
"Seinfeld (The Soup Nazi)", "Frankie D", "Postal", "Spaced Out", Guest stars on "Scrubs", "Caroline in the City", "Grace Under Fire", "Sabrina the Teenage Witch", as well as the feature films "No Ordinary Hero" and "Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery" 
Lee DAngelo
Booked a national commercials for Clorox and Sears. Also booked roles on "JAG" and "Law & Order". 
Linda Demetrick
After Linda attended an AIA weekend Intensive, she got called in by Eric Scott Gould , Sr. V.P. of Creative Affairs and New Works for The Vine Entertainment to audition for an Independent Film..
Maggie Contreras
Maggie signed commercially with Bobby Ball, following a premiere night here at AIA Studios.
Mark Weiler
Booked a recurring co-star role on “What I Like About You.” Plus ... "The Black Dahlia", "What A Great Idea","Alley Dogs", "The West Wing", "Rough Crossing" 
Michael Tower
Booked an episode of “CSI Miami,” three national commercials for Saturn, Yamaha and an ESPN Promo, two feature films, “Dracula’s Curse” and “The Commission.” 
Michaela Watkins
"7 Deadly Hollywood Sins", "Malcolm in the Middle", "Medium", "Without a Trace", "Strong Medicine", "Charmed", and"Miss Match" 
Monet Lerner
Monet has recently been seen on "The Suite Life of Zack and Cody", "Lincoln Heights", "Zoey 101" & "The Bernie Mac Show". This girl is on a roll!
Nick Warnock
Patricia Forte
Booked roles on “The Shield”, "Cold Case", "CSI:Miami", "ER", "7th Heaven", and "Phil of the Future" just to name a few. 
Paul Taylor
"PolyCarp", "Tinsel Town", three-year contract role on "As the World Turns", "Drew Carey", "Norm", "Sabrina the Teenage Witch", "Christmas with the Kranks", "Drew Carey Show", 
Paul Teodo
Is the lead in Leona Lewis' new music video and also appearing in a Fox Sports promo as the lead for a short to be aired during the World Series!
Paulette Ivory
Starring in the Heath Ledger film, "Lords of Dogtown" and playing Aida in Elton John and Disney's national tour of this successful theatrical show. 
Peggy Dunne
Booked roles on "Invasion", "Medium", "Just 4 Kicks", "Mind of Mencia", "Strong Medicine", "Windfall" and "West Wing". 
Phil Jones
The feature film "Master of Disguise", guest appearance on "The Immortal" and appeared in "Anne Frank: The Whole Story" 
Phillip Roebuck
Booked a role on “Close to Home” and appeared on Conan O'Brien, David Letterman, Carson Daly, Jimmy Kimmel, Jay Leno, and SNL! 
Randi Kaplan
NBC's hot sitcom, "Scrubs", and a skit on "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno", "Princess", "Cats and Dogs" and appeared as a comic talent on the show "Last Comic Standing" 
Rasika Mathur signed with Privilege
Thanks to the exposure that she received at our last Commercial Extravaganza, Rasika Mathur signed with Privilege Agency. Congratualations Rasika!
Richard Hilton
Booked a national “Long John Silver’s” commercial, a play and roles on "Big Love", and "Medium". 
Robin Beaman
Robin Beaman booked a recurring as "Zippy" on Big Love and signed with RPM!!! Yay!! Robin! 
Sabrina Gennarino
Booked the lead in a feature film “Days of our Darkness.” Also booked roles in "Criminal Minds", "Strong Medicine", "The Guiding Light", "The Sopranos", and "Spin City". 
Sascha Alexander
Sascha just signed with Angel City Talent who she met at the AIA Commercial Extravaganza in March. Congratulations! UPDATE - Sascha just booked a part on the soap opera Days of Our Lives! 
Sean Hayes
Star of "Will & Grace", 2004 & 2000 Golden Globe nominee, 2001 Emmy Nomination, 2001 SAG Award for Ensemble Cast, 2000 Emmy Winner 
Seth Martin Canterbury
Signed with Commercials Unlimited. 
Shaina Fewell
Booked a series regular role on HGTV’s “24 Hour Design,” sold a show to DirectTV that she will be Executive Producing and screen tested for Discovery’s “Miss Adventure.” Also booked roles on "Passions", "Van Wilder", "Homesick" and "Undiscovered". 
Temple Poteat
Booked an untitled Paul Reiser pilot, a Toyota Industrial with Director Malcolm Lee, booked a recurring role on "The Young and the Restless". 
Tricia Ridgway
Signed across the board with 
Vanessa Domenech
Booked a national commercial. 
Vince Allen
Booked a costar on "Mind of Mencia" & a hosting gig on The Style Network's "Hot Man Can Cook." 
Wendy Wilkins
Booked role in Feature Film Through an AIA workshop Wendy Wilkins was called in by Casting Director Robin Nassif to read for role of Emma in the pilot Alligator Point. She was also recommended to a Manager and through a meeting at AIA signed with new Management! |
