REFERENCES THE PHOENIX 2009 EVENT
While we will be updating this blog with numerous helpful tips to prepare the kids for the event, we decided that the parents should be prepared as well.
From wardrobe, scheduling, and other tidbits, parents should prepare.
Everyone puts an emphasis on what the child should wear. But what should mom and dad wear? Yes, you are also being evaluated and scouted by the industry professionals.
As the industry professionals are scouting the kids for representation, they are also scouting the parents on how well you are to work with. They will effectively become an extension of your family, so they want to know if working with you will be difficult or a breeze. How you present yourself, parents, is just as important at The as how the participants present themselves.
We recommend to all parents to dress in business casual. You do not need to walk around in a suit and tie or a formal gown each day, but you do want to look like you belong working in this industry.
In addition parents, your days are going to be filled with accompanying, support and capturing memories with your children. We hate to say this, but when it comes to your child’s career in the entertainment and modeling industry, your primary job includes: chauffeur, baggage handler, CFO, contract signer, cheerleader, videographer, photographer, etc. So while you are at the event, you will need to be involved in every conversation and handling of the relations between your child and the industry professionals.
Now for those times that you have to enjoy when your child is not participating in one event or another, check out Copper Square in Downtown Phoenix and the Arizona Center for shopping, museums, restaurants, and more.
And of course, don’t forget to bring your camera for those once in a lifetime memories. You are encouraged to take photos and video of your child’s performances, however, please NO FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY and turn off the light on your video camera.
May 28th, 2009 at 11:28 am
This is very helpful…. Thanks for the input. We will sure do our part for Austen at Pheonix and his acting career yet to come
Thanks again!
Tania
June 16th, 2009 at 7:41 pm
We are so excited to be apart of The, Thank you for the information. It has helped me understand what to expect. Abby will have the time of her life. Thanks you
July 7th, 2009 at 11:03 am
Thanks! I was wondering how to pack. This helped me out a lot.
November 22nd, 2009 at 7:36 am
This is so exiting
November 23rd, 2009 at 4:17 pm
Cara’s parents logging in to say hello! We are excited about the upcoming
The event in 2010! We look forward to being on this journey with you all.
Debbie
December 13th, 2009 at 11:18 am
Our family is so excited for the 2010 “The” trip! We can only hope for the best! See you in March!
January 16th, 2010 at 8:06 am
Hello,
My name is Hannah
I will be at the 2010 trip and im very excited
January 18th, 2010 at 12:43 pm
Hello,
I was wondering if my daughter can were nail polish.
Also for black and white casual what should you suggest
thank you
you can reply at kidderrocks777@yahoo.com
January 18th, 2010 at 1:49 pm
We usually recommend clear or a very light nail polish. Nothing unnatural looking. Black and white casual can be anything. White blouse with black pants or a skirt is what we usually see.
January 23rd, 2010 at 2:49 pm
Thanks so much Cierra
I was wondering if my daughter could wear sun dress for black and white casual
January 26th, 2010 at 9:45 am
I’VE BEEN WISHING FOR THIS SINCE CHRISTMAS. I AM SO VERY EXCITED AND CAN’T WAIT TO MEET ALOT OF NEW FRIENDS!
January 27th, 2010 at 12:26 pm
Absolutely. So long as you stay within the color coding!
January 30th, 2010 at 7:49 pm
E. Fevrier Says:
My daughter rose can wait to be there, and she is so excited to go to Disney World. Thank you so much.
February 8th, 2010 at 1:32 pm
My Son Cody and the Family are so Excited and Cant Wait to get to Orlando for this Wonderful trip. Thanks so much Cierra.
February 14th, 2010 at 2:03 pm
Hi Cierra! Lauren and I are really excited for the up and coming trip! We’ve been very busy getting ourselves organized and we have this week off so we’re tying up loose ends! Sorry to ask this, as it seems that so many have, but I’m still confused about shoes to wear during the week (?) and am I correct you said “no shorts”?? Thanks for your help! We’ll see you soon!
February 18th, 2010 at 9:49 am
Hi Karen. Shoes can be anything comfortable. We don’t have any requirements. We don’t recommend shorts for the Jeans event, but they are permitted in other events.
February 24th, 2010 at 9:02 pm
Thanks for the prep and update.
Elexis is very excited and anxious, I am a bit nervous, but very happy to have the opportunity to support and share, in this most memorable experience with her.
The, Orlando here we come!! See you soon.
February 25th, 2010 at 12:50 pm
Hi Cierra,
Gabby, my daughter, and myself are very excited and can’t wait for the event.
I have a question in regards to the monologue she’s supposed to do. Can it be something that she created herself? What are the requirements for the monologue? Can it be any topic?
Sorry for the questions.
Ana
February 26th, 2010 at 1:17 pm
Hello
for the jeans part should u just wear a plain t shirt
February 26th, 2010 at 3:31 pm
Jeans and a plain t-shirt (white or other color) is required.
February 26th, 2010 at 3:35 pm
You don’t need to apologize. We recommend using a monologue that is from a published work, unless they are a strong writer and have been working with an acting coach on an original piece. The monologue books we suggested in the monologue section of this blog are a good place to start. The monologue needs to be 60 secs or less. The topic needs to be relevant to her age and family friendly. She should find something that would be realistic for her type of personality. For an example, if she is a funny, bubbly girl, she should find a funny, quirky monologue and not something dark and dramatic.
February 27th, 2010 at 5:05 pm
Hi, Lucas, my son, and I are super exciting for the opportunity to go to Disney. We are very busy with school and practicing but nevertheless, the experience alone will be worth it. Looking forward to meet the The staff and making new friends.
Maria
March 16th, 2010 at 1:36 pm
My son is 17. I am wondering how many others are that age? Since he is that old, is a parent still expected to be at every event? I don’t mean when he is performing, but during classes ? What about the social events in the evening? Parent must attend?
March 18th, 2010 at 10:43 pm
There are about 70, 16 – 18 year old teens at our event. He will have a blast! Parents will not go to the practice sessions on Thursday, so it is fine for him to follow his registration information and go to the rooms directly. Obviously younger kids and tweens will need a parent or guardian to escort them around the areas. The only social party is Friday for the Dance Party. Parents of teenagers are okay to leave them, but we will not be responsible for monitoring their comings and goings. All parents will sign an agreement that states we are not responsible for watching unattended minors. We did think of the parents tho, and we will have a cash bar in the dance party to serve legal adults beer, wine and for children we will have soda, juice and water.
For the red carpet event, this is really a family fun experience. Parents dress up and walk the red carpet with the kids, to meet celebrities and then the performance show will be so amazing, so you shouldn’t miss that. Besides, what if he wins one of the cash prizes!!!!