As per my last post, I just booked (and now just wrapped) a co-star role on "30 Rock." (Let me take a moment to thank my INCREDIBLE manager who gets me so many awesome opportunities!)
So, I knew this was going to be a good deal when the CD chased. Me down. The hall. The director, Todd Holland, was the director for most of "Malcolm in the Middle" (and has won several Emmys) and was just so pleased with my work!
On Monday, I had a very short shoot--I shot my final scene with Jack McBrayer, who plays Kenneth. I cannot even communicate how kind, doting and wonderful the entire team is for "30 Rock." EVERYONE--the PAs, the directors, the sound/props, wardrobe/hair/makeup, cast--made me feel welcome, and like I truly BELONGED and DESERVED to be there.
This is a star-studded show. There aren't a lot of 'mid-range' actors on "30 Rock"--it's like, a co-star or two and the series regulars. So it meant a LOT to be treated as an equal, and as someone who was worthy of working with Emmy-award-winning actors. :) I can confidently say that Jack McBrayer is JUST as sweet as Kenneth, and he was so fun to work with on set!
Today was our final day, and it was a BIG one for me--we filmed the remainder of my scenes. On top of this, we filmed my scenes with the guest star of my episode...which would be Kelsey Grammer. I have been so excited about this! Again, everyone was so kind and good to me--and Kelsey was also REALLY nice. He was so complimentary to me. While we were rehearsing, he told me I was great, fantastic, and called my performance 'epic.' When I finished, he said, "Kid, you SOLD that [scene]!" Can I honestly ask for any more? I really don't think so.
On top of this, I kept getting such consistent great feedback from the director, 2nd director and head writer. These people win EMMYS and they love my work! I am just so thankful and feel incredibly blessed. I had an AMAZING experience with them, and I would love to have the opportunity again!
All this recounting done, I want to SERIOUSLY give you (yes, YOU, ALL of you) a humongous mental hug. The outpouring of love, encouragement and good vibes from my family, friends, peers, co-workers, fellow artists, and even STRANGERS has been so touching. Did you know, the night before my audition, I had a dream that I was flying, and that all my friends were on the ground cheering me on? Well, THIS is why. Because I am a hustling, passionate artist who is so fortunate to have so many people there for me! You guys have made this path so wonderful for me.
Thank you for your e-mails, your comments, your texts, your calls, your messages, your follows, your 'likes'...! ;) I treasure *everything* and the support means more to me than I can express!
<3 <3 <3
Jen
