Late Night Chicago


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Late Night Chicago

The first episode of our exciting new talk show, "Late Night Chicago" has launched!  LNC is focused on the performing arts and entertainment industry in the Chicagoland area.  Check back here the first of every month for new episodes featuring:

-Interviews with local actors, musicians, comedians, producers, directors and casting professionals

-Advice and trade secrets for actors trying to get ahead in the industry

-Local entertainment news about upcoming TV shows, movies, theatrical productions, and other performances

-Info about the latest auditions and how you can get cast in new projects

-Performance showcases for participants of the Chicago Actors Studio

-Giveaways where we raffle off fantastic prizes, including free acting workshops and vacations packages to Hawaii, Mexico, Las Vegas and more!



Late Night Chicago - Season 2, Episode 2

Host: Sarah Kopp
Co-host: Roberta Jenero

Guest: Jerry Bryant of JBTV, who has helped launch the careers of many renowned musicians (such as Bjork, Radiohead and Kill Hannah), as he discusses how he got started, and how he still runs JBTV today, even while fighting cancer.

Then during Inside The Chicago Actors Studio, CAS artistic director Edward Dennis Fogell gives you valuable advice on how to create an actor's resumè.

Late Night Chicago - Season 2, Episode 1

Host: Roberta Jenero
Co-host: Chèna Verony

Guests: Edi Mehana, Kenny Lone Eagle and Harold Dennis tell us about their production company, Eagle Mehana Films, how they got started making films together, and their latest projects.

Then during Inside The Chicago Actors Studio, CAS artistic director Edward Dennis Fogell gives his advice for a successful audition.

Late Night Chicago - Episode 6

Host: Mason Manna
Co-host: Roberta Jenero

Guests: Julian Jackson of the Chicago Museum of Broadcast Communications discusses how the museum helps preserve television history, then gives us an inside look at their exciting exhibit, "The Saturday Night Live Experience!"

Then during Inside The Chicago Actors Studio, CAS artistic director Edward Dennis Fogell discusses the importance of training in a successful acting career.

Late Night Chicago - Episode 5

Host: Mason Manna
Co-host: Patti Balsis

Guests: Steve Scholz & Megan Corse, board members of the Chicago Acting In Film Meetup group are in our studio to discuss CAFM and how they help actors (and how actors help each other) to advance their careers.

Then during Inside The Chicago Actors Studio, CAS artistic director Edward Dennis Fogell discusses the importance of having a "Career Partner" to support you and push you to succeed in acting.

Late Night Chicago - Episode 4

Host: Mason Manna
Co-host: Roberta Jenero

Guests: Filmmaker Christian Hansen tells us about his upcoming documentary (and potential Oscar nominee) "Son of South Florida." 

Then singer/songwriter Phil Circle talks about his new book, "The Outback Musician's Survival Guide" followed by a special live performance in our studio!



Late Night Chicago - Episode 3

Host: Mason Manna
Co-host: Chena Verony

Guest: Susan Sherman

Special Appearance: Roberta Jenero
                               Edward Dennis Fogell

Late Night Chicago - Episode 2

Host: Mason Manna
Co-host: Patti Balsis

Guests: Mark Willis
            Michael Ryden

Special Appearance: Susan Sherman
                               Chena Verony
                               Roberta Jenero
                               Edward Dennis Fogell

Late Night Chicago - Episode 1

Host: Mason Manna
Co-host: Roberta Jenero

Guest: Harold Dennis

Special Appearance: Susan Sherman
                               Chena Verony
                               Edward Dennis Fogell

Late Night Chicago Preview

An introduction to the series, featuring host Mason Manna, and co-hosts Patti Balsis, Roberta Jenero & Chena Verony.

Interview Sneak Peek

Featuring Mason Manna & Roberta Jenero.  An interview with "Fools for Love" stars Paul McComas & Megan Corse.

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To enter our raffle, send an email with your name, phone number and address to latenightdrawing@chicagoactorsstudio.net with the subject line "Late Night Drawing."

Do you work in the performing arts? Have a project coming up you'd like to promote? To be considered for a guest spot on Late Night Chicago, send an email to latenight@chicagoactorsstudio.net, and tell us about yourself and your project.


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