I have just shaven this morning... OK why do I mention this?
"A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away...
I am working as an extra actor through a casting agency called 20/20. This morning I can reveal as they cancelled the booking then; that I was going to appear on Star Wars Episode VIII filming at Pinewoods next week.
I was asked at the beginning of the month, 3rd, to grow my hair and facial hair for a production called "Los Alamos", there was no other indication of what the booking was but that I should be available for fittings at Pinewoods on the 14th September and perhaps the 15th too, the booking was confirmed on the 10th September and received marching orders on the 11th to be at Pinewoods for fittings at 9am or Uxbridge Station by 8:30am so that a coach would pick me up.
meanwhile I had blocked the dates of 28, 29,30 September, 2, 5, 6, 7 & 8 October, 8 days of filming at FAA rates.
Researching what Los Alamos was, I found out that this was were the Atomic Bomb was devised and possibly tried on, nothing much, thought of a Western and other period films abounded.
Waiting with other extras on a row of chairs we were all gasping at the Star Trooper uniforms in front of us. We instantly knew what iconic movie we were going to be on.
The fitting took a few hours and I was delighted with my uniform of Communication Officer that was to be adjusted for me. At make-up I was told that they did not need a full beard but only 70's sideburns, so I shaved then leaving only sideburns, pictures were taken by the production team and the makeup team, on my way back and all the way, I was singing the tune of Star Wars...
I really had a great time and did not tell a soul what production I was going to be on till this morning phone call when I was told that due to cost restriction the production cancelled the extras, looking at the sales prognostic of Episode VII due later this year , it looks like Disney/Pixar had chewed more that they could with the re sassing of Star Wars... and wonder if this will see the light of day.
Whilst the agency promised to make good for the loss of booking, and earning, I am doubtful that they will be able to fill the two weeks that I had saved for this.
The Force has left me...and I am now clean shaven again. I am open for bookings guys, I think I will concentrate on events more...
Friday, September 25, 2015
Wednesday, July 29, 2015
July News
Thank you to those of you who attended GPN on Wednesday 15th July
at the White Swan. Your support is really appreciated
and it was lovely to see you.
I am pleased to announced to you in preview that gpn.one is now live and gives
you more information about our Network, not too dissimilar
to that contained here, but with the advantage of all being
in one place gpn.gb.net
continues as this is our hub where you are still able to
contact each others directly. Let me have your feedback.
Some
information about GPN:
The Gay Professional Network is your platform to promote your cause, your business, venue and yourself. It helps your further your business or career and makes meaningful business and social contacts. You get connected, proactive and productive.
It is also a get together of like minded people who enjoy meeting other people. All very nice people in a relaxed atmosphere.
You may want to read a few facts, such as how far reaching we are, about GPN, here. We are now several million in the world! Possibly the biggest network anywhere.
To be a fully fledged member of GPN cost £1 a day, £ 5 a week, £20 a month or £200 a year payable on a recurring basis which gives you FREE registration to all the networking events, including those in the City, Walthamstow and more to come. If you are ready for this, proceed here. This link gives you the LinkedIn and Facebook addresses. We connect you with people anywhere in the World.
Our newest full member is Martin Gilbert from the Direct Line Group.
There are many advantages to be a member such as free legal, financial, property or events consultation and free entries to many clubs, discount and other perks. (Registration/membership does not necessarily include drinks and canapes, we rely on the venues to sponsor this in exchange of considerable publicity to our Network worth several thousand of pounds, we try to support venues owned and managed by LGBT people)
It was good to meet new and old friends. I trust you made some useful contacts last night.
Thank you for Béatrice Colbrant for taking the pictures: they can be seen here, if you would like to learn French contact Béatrice directly, I heartily recommend her. Mazz also took some pictures, please send ;-)
The raffle for Positive
East raised £53.04, thank you very much for your
generosity. The winners of the raffles prizes are too
numerous to list here and again thanks to the generosity
of Beatrice Colbrant for donating most of the prizes,
pictures of the winners are on Beatrice's Blog here.
Please register on myGwork to look at a possible move in your career or hiring someone from the LGBT Community.
Together we celebrate the businesses and organisations that are passionate about LGBT diversity and inclusion at work. myGwork allows members to progress their careers with an employer that understands the importance and value of an inclusive and supportive workplace environment. To preserve your privacy, members' profiles are not findable on any search engines. REGISTER NOW! myGwork.com
Our
meeting was preceded by the Gay
Business Association Annual General Meeting where I was
reelected Chairman, the Vice-Chairman remains Ian Dodds and
the other Directors are Mazz Image, Laurie Powell and Stephen
Coote
You are welcome to connect with me on any of the platforms below.
I very much look forward to seeing you again soon.
Happy clicking and have a great week!
Best wishes,
Jean-François.
Friday, May 29, 2015
June
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Friday, March 13, 2015
March 2015
Time flies and forget to update you here...
Thursday 19th join the GPN, all aboard for a fun filled evening. RSVP and more details: http://gpn.eventbrite.com
we travel between two iconic venues in London.
Monday 23rd March we are having drinks in this swanky new trendy club in the heart of the City
RSVP HERE
Thursday 19th join the GPN, all aboard for a fun filled evening. RSVP and more details: http://gpn.eventbrite.com
Monday 23rd March we are having drinks in this swanky new trendy club in the heart of the City
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