July 9, 2014

Dean Reading Interviews Robert Hinkle

We are proud to have the one and only Robert (Bob) Hinkle as our Guest Speaker on Wednesday July 9!

Networking begins at 6:00PM; Speaker starts at 6:45PM.

Robert “Texas Bob” Hinkle

Robert “Texas Bob” Hinkle is a genuine legend in the entertainment business. Actor, writer, director, dialogue coach are just a few of his titles. From working with famed director George Stevens to appearing with Chuck Norris on “Walker, Texas Ranger,” Bob has seen it all and done it all. His closest friends have included James Dean, Paul Newman, Elizabeth Taylor, Chill Wills, Marty Robbins and many more of the industry’s most talented individuals. Bob worked on “Gunsmoke”, the longest-running series on network TV as well as many of the other popular series of that time. Bob’s insight into the business during the 50s, 60s, 70s, 80s, and 90s is not to be missed.

Visit Texas Bob online to see some of his accomplishments and pick up a copy of his book, “Call Me Lucky, A Texan in Hollywood” for a great reading experience.

 

Dean Reading

Dean Reading will be interviewing Bob. Dean entered the entertainment business as a child actor, then put that life aside to rodeo in high school, college and the professional ranks before becoming a TV producer/director and renewing a career as an actor. Dean produced and directed the syndicated series, “Dale Berry’s Six Shooter Junction” which counted Ben Johnson, Sam Elliott, Casey Tibbs, and Pat Buttram among the guest stars. Dean went on to produce, direct and host his own syndicated show, “Entertainment Clipboard” for five years. Guests on that show included Linda Blair, Barry Corbin and Bob Hinkle. Dean has also been an extras coordinator, location casting director, location scout and driver on film sets. Dean has taught advanced film acting, television production and film history.

Let friends interested in the media worlds know about the Mixers. We put them on to provide opportunities for you to network and get information about acting, films, TV and media. So join us again on WEDNESDAY, JULY 9th at Baby A’s; have a cold margarita, network, meet new folks with like minds, enjoy a fun-filled evening meeting our attendees and experience the knowledge and humor of a most unique character, Robert Hinkle!

NOTICE: Please carpool! 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 and DO NO PARK IN FRONT OF DUMPSTERS!

We extend our deepest thanks to Babs George, Founder & Director of the State Theatre School of Acting, for hosting a superb panel of actors/coaches on Wednesday June 11th! What an informative and fun-filled evening we had listening to words of wisdom from Carol Hickey, Adam Roberts, Paula Russell, Tony Sears, and Marijane Vandivier! Each of these highly-skilled professionals offered numerous personal insights into acting, the theater, adapting, the importance of observation and attitude! Thank you, Babs and team!

See you on WEDNESDAY JULY 9 and remember to PLEASE CARPOOL!

December 11, 2013

Jason Konopisos

Jason Konopisos

Jason Konopisos

Jason Konopisos was raised since age of 3 in Houston Texas. Shortly after attending the University of Dallas, where he studied Existential-Phenomenology, he began performing stand up comedy. Stand up led to acting and writing and Jason wrote his first screenplay at 24. Now 10 years later Jason has authored over 30 feature screenplays, several TV pilots and a number of plays. Currently, three films he has written are in production Irish Pride (dev.), Forgotten Sons (pre.) and Tia Juana (dev.). Jason was recently tapped to write the Feature film adaptation of a popular TV series, which will go into production 2014 (series name not currently public). Additionally, Jason has appeared in over 30 films/tv series as an actor. His company Uberflukt Films, along with Remy Carter, has produced a number of features and looks to start filming on two features in 2014.

After the Mixer…

We extend our deepest thanks to Jason Konopisos for being our Guest Speaker on December 11! He shared his insights about numerous aspects of the buziness, and as a writer, director, actor and producer, he knows them! He answered numerous questions, and both his passion and his knowledge were evident in every word he spoke. Thanks, Jason! A great presentation!

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