How I Got My Equity Card

Right out of College (The Boston Conservatory), I went to Germany, and lived in a tiny town called Bochum. Where I performed in a musical called "Starlight Express"! I lived in Germany for a year and a half, and traveled throughout Europe. Then decided to move to New York City, with one big credit under my belt, I was ready to take on the world. I refused to do jobs as an non-equity member, so I was turning down gigs left and right. Then I audition for a new musical, that was workshop with the hopes of coming to Broadway. The musical was called "Bingo Long and The Traveling All Stars", (BIG FLOP) in which I played the role of Skinny in the musical. When I negotiated my contract, they wanted to hire me as non-equity, so I turned it down. Then they came back to me with a plan, they said if I did the show as a non-equity member. The last two weeks of the run, they would give me my equity card, and they offered me a equity contract. I agreed on this deal, and that is how I joined the union. I was scared at first of joining, cause I thought this meant I would never work again. As we serve a good GOD, I was blessed with booking Jesus Christ Superstar starring Billy Porter and Emily Skinner. Which was a life changing show for me, and I met most of my best friends from that show. Then was blessed with booking my first really big production contract: "Annie Get Your Gun", starring Tom Wopat and Marilu Henner. My career took off from there, and I kept working with some struggle in there, from time to time. The career kept trucking through, and I worked, and worked. That is how J.R. began his career, and I hoping for more stories to come, on conquering T.V. world as I did the stage!!!!!

Mary-Kate is Marie-Claire

via Marie Claire September 2010

Who would I be kidding if I didn't post this immediately upon seeing it? Super, crazy

excited to see MK as the Maire Claire September 2010 Cover Girl!

xx.

M

Save the Date August 12th – August 18th: Coach Poppy Fragrance Event {Chicago}

 

 

Celebrate the launch of the new Coach Poppy Fragrance at Macy’s State Street Chicago August 12 – 18th and show-off your Coach Poppy style in the exclusive Coach Poppy Photo Booth, with a chance to be featured on Coach’s prestigious Facebook page.

This Summer, Coach introduces its new Poppy Fragrance, the latest addition to the popular Poppy fashion and accessories line. Inspired by the playful nature of the Poppy Girl, the fruity floral gourmand fragrance brings to life a youthful, fresh spirit with just one spritz.

Housed in a girly chic rounded glass bottle and adorned with Poppy’s signature logo, the scent is a must-have accessory and the perfect addition to any Poppy collection this summer. Coach Poppy Fragrance is available for a suggested retail price of $60 for a 1.7 oz bottle.

Come meet the Coach Beauty Team and experience Poppy for yourself. Enjoy free samples, music and be sure to snap a shot in our Coach Poppy Photo Booth. And you never know…you may be famous. Select photos from the Coach Poppy photo booths will be posted to Coach’s Facebook page, www.facebook.com/Coach following the event.

Event Details:
When: August 12–18, 2010
Where: Macy’s State Street Chicago Beauty Department

www.coach.com/poppy-us

Touch of Twiggy

via knighttcat

Great head of hair. I dig the 1960s, retro feel...I sense a definite reference to Twiggy.

xx.

M

Peachy Keen

via lefashion

I'm into this "messy-yet-clearly-put-together" look.

xx.

M

William Rast for Target

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THIS JUST IN:

Justin Timberlake (shown here wearing his own collection and getting the good old "standing O" at his fashion show) will be taking his line, William Rast, to Targét! Set to hit stores on December 17, 2010, William Rast for Target will include premium denim, outerwear, and sportswear.

No sneak peeks juuuussssst yet...but STAY TUNED!

To learn more, see more, and to purchase William Rast, click here.

To learn more, see more, and to shop at Target, click here.

via chictopia

xx.

M

Macy’s Giveaway!!!!

 

I have a $50 Macy’s Gift Card for one lucky reader!

No tricks or gimmicks to this giveaway. Just leave a comment detailing what you would buy if you won. That’s all folks, lol!

Deadline to enter is Tuesday, August 3rd at 11:59 p.m. (CST).

A winner will be chosen by Random.org

So what are you waiting for? Leave a comment already!! Good luck!!!