Month: June 2015

July 8, 2015

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Esther’s Follies

Esther's Follies

On Wednesday, July 8th, the Network Austin Mixer will proudly present Ted Meredith, Shaun Wainwright-Branigan, and some surprise stars from Esther’s Follies as our guest speakers. This is a rare opportunity to experience the chemistry and magic behind this fantastic Austin tradition, and is a “must attend” for all actors, as well as writers, directors, and producers. (Be the visionary who produces the movie!). Get precious insights about their delivery, attitude, and improvisation, which make the fast-paced humor, dancing, and singing the trademark at Esther’s Follies. This is your chance to experience the clever minds and personalities behind what has made the magical world of Esther’s Follies so bizarrely unique in musical-comedy theater for more than 35 years. You will be inspired!

Esther’s Follies is one of Austin’s longest running musical comedy theaters. The destination party spot for fun and laughing beyond all control, Esther’s Follies follows the funny in Washington, Austin, and on the internet – with sketches, musical numbers and magical illusions! If laughter is the best medicine, Esther’s Follies can cure what ails you. Get your update on local, national and world news with a high energy Texas point of view!

 

 
“Shaun originally hails from Boston, Massachusetts. He studied theatre at Emerson College and after college hit the streets with nothing but a song in his heart and $75,000 in student loans. He’s been with Esther’s for 10 years, and also performs and teaches children’s theater at Zach Scott Theatre. His bit role in ‘Sin City’ has garnered him thousands of fan letters from across the world.”

 
 

 
“Originally from Dallas, Texas, Ted graduated cum laude from Southwestern University with a BFA in Theater. His work in Austin started as a company member of the Austin Shakespeare Festival and as a founding member of the Austiner Ensemble.”

 
 

So join us on Wednesday, July 8th for a fun-filled evening at Baby A’s. Network, meet like minds, have a cold margarita, some great food, and take advantage of this rare opportunity to witness the magic behind Esther’s Follies.

 

Last Month…

We are extremely grateful to Ingrid Edwards, CPA for being our guest speaker on Wednesday June 10, 2015. As the principal of Ingrid Edwards CPA, PC, Ingrid brings 20 years of experience in public accounting, works with both individuals and businesses, has provided accounting and tax solutions to companies in a wide range of industries, and has conducted audits for companies ranging in size from 1-150 million in annual revenues. She provided attendees numerous tips and great insights about how to save money on taxes at our last Network Austin Mixer. Ingrid was well-greeted and deeply appreciated… and she knows her field very well. Thank you, Ingrid, for your time, energy and pointers!

 

Let friends interested in the media worlds know about our monthly mixers. We put them on to provide opportunities for you to network and get information about acting, films, television, and media.

Pass along our website and check it for details about each month’s speaker(s)!
Get on our mailing list and keep up with us on social media:
Like our page & join our group on Facebook and follow us on Twitter!

NOTICE: We all know traffic is horrendous, so… come early and carpool if you can. If Baby Acapulco’s parking is full, you may park at either the Capital Inn (just north of Baby A’s) for $5 or at Super 8 motel (just south of Baby A’s) for $8. Be sure to pay the desk person at either motel when you park there so your vehicle doesn’t get towed away and DO NOT PARK IN FRONT OF DUMPSTERS!

Mixing & Networking begin @ 6PM, then the Speakers start @ 6:45.

June 10, 2015

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Ingrid Edwards, CPA, PC

Ingrid Edwards, CPA

On Wednesday, June 10, 2015, the Network Austin Mixer will feature Ingrid Edwards, CPA! The information Ingrid will provide can save you money… and everyone likes to save money, right? Whether one works as an independent contractor on a small project or is hired on a major production, there are funds that can be deducted from Uncle Sam’s cut of our income, and these are often overlooked. Let’s face it, if major corporations with teams of high-powered attorneys can take advantage of every possible deduction—and they certainly do—then so should artists, which most of us in the media fields are.

Concerning taxes and deductions, Ingrid will discuss in detail and answer questions about:

☆ Hobby or real business?
☆ What makes an artist a professional?
☆ Tax basics for actors and child actors?
☆ Continuing education or training for a new profession?
☆ Home office – good idea or not?
☆ Travel and meals – how to sort this out?
☆ Apparel, hair and make-up, gym dues, manicure and pedicure, dry cleaning – which count and which don’t?
☆ Additional tax deductions (movie tickets, rentals, TV subscriptions, etc.)

As the principal of Ingrid Edwards CPA PC, Ingrid brings 20 years of experience in public accounting, works with both individuals and businesses, has provided accounting and tax solutions to companies in a wide range of industries, and has conducted audits for companies ranging in size from $1-150 million in annual revenues.

Prior to opening her own firm, Ingrid held senior positions with James E. Roberson & Co. in Austin, TX, and Eugene McRedmond and Co. in Danbury, Connecticut. She holds a Master’s degree in Accounting and Auditing from the University of Economics in Bratislava, Slovakia and a Business degree from Ecole Superieure De Commerce in Tours, France. She is a member of the American Institute of public Accounts and the Texas Society of CPAs. Needless to say, she is highly-experienced.

Take advantage of this rare opportunity to get free information about taxes, deductions, and more! You do not want to miss this informative and fun-filled evening, so join us on June 10th at Baby A’s for networking and meeting like minds. Enjoy a cold margarita, some great food, and get updated about how to save money.

Last Month…

On Wednesday, May 13, 2015, the Network Austin Mixer featured the 2nd of our 2 panels of casting directors, and we extend our most sincere thanks to speakers:

Brenda Ambrize of Brenda J. Ambrize Casting
Rachel Flanagan of Rachel Flanagan Casting
Donise Hardy, CSA of A Casting Place
Beth Sepko, CSA of Beth Sepko Casting

We are extremely grateful to our April 8th & May 13th panels of casting directors for so graciously offering their time and insights, for addressing all questions during the Q&A sessions, and for staying around long afterward to meet folks and offer even more information.

The Network Austin Mixer extends our deepest gratitude to all the guest speakers who have so graciously offered their time and insights over the last decade, and to all you who attend our mixers, for making them the incredible successes they have become.

Let friends interested in the media worlds know about our monthly mixers. We put them on to provide opportunities for you to network and get information about acting, films, television, and media.

Pass along our website and check it for details about each month’s speaker(s)!
Get on our mailing list and keep up with us on social media:
Like our page & join our group on Facebook and follow us on Twitter!

NOTICE: We all know traffic is horrendous, so… come early and carpool if you can. If Baby Acapulco’s parking is full, you may park at either the Capital Inn (just north of Baby A’s) for $5 or at Super 8 motel (just south of Baby A’s) for $8. Be sure to pay the desk person at either motel when you park there so your vehicle doesn’t get towed away and DO NOT PARK IN FRONT OF DUMPSTERS!