"Inside Urban Hollywood" on BlogTalkRadio takes you behind-the-scenes for insider insight into the people, issues and events that reflect the pulse of who's doing what, where and when in Urban Hollywood. Veteran entertainment journalist, author and film festival director Tanya Kersey is known for having her finger on the pulse of what's happening in Urban Hollywood. In addition to the inside scoop on the latest urban entertainment news, "Inside Urban Hollywood" also features interviews with some of Hollywood's movers and shakers -- from filmmakers, directors and writers to studio executives, agents and entertainment attorneys -- who share their knowledge and insights to help those aspiring, beginning and hoping to grow their careers in the entertainment industry. Callers are encouraged to call (646) 200-3290 to listen or ask questions. The stream and archives are available at http://www.blogtalkradio.com/InsideUrbanHollywood. The show is live every Monday night at 9 p.m. PST/12 midnight EST. Pacific. The show is hosted on BlogTalkRadio.
NEXT UP: 'MAKING THE FEST OF IT' ON "INSIDE URBAN HOLLYWOOD"
Hollywood Black Film Festival Programmer Jacqueline Blaylock Joins BlogTalkRadio Host Tanya Kersey on "Inside Urban Hollywood," Monday, April 7, 2008, at 9:00 pm PST. Blaylock has spent the better part of the last few months watching hundreds of independent films, only a fraction of which will earn a coveted spot at the 2008 Hollywood Black Film Festival which runs June 3-8 in Beverly Hills, California. In this exclusive interview Blaylock will talk about "Making the Fest Of It" -- the process of and strategy to submitting your film to screen at a film festival; and what strategies the filmmaker, once selected, can use to reap the most benefits from their festival experience.
Upcoming Guests:
- Monday, April 14, 2008, 9pm PST/12am EST: Casting directors Twinkie Byrd and Pamela Staton
- Monday, May 6, 2008, 6pm PST/9pm EST: Distribution executive Stacey Parks
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APPEARANCES
TELEVISION
See Tanya talking about
the latest film releases and upcoming box office on "Reelz in the Round" on the Reelz Channel. View recent appearances:
http://www.reelzchannel.com/show/21/dailies?clipid=20474
http://www.reelzchannel.com/show/21/dailies?clipid=28305
Check Out Tanya on two episodes of Biography Channel's "Famous."
Up close and truly personal, "Famous" digs deep into the Hollywood mystique to tell the real stories. Tanya weighs in with her insight and observations on QUEEN LATIFAH and PENELOPE CRUZ. (Links coming soon!)
RADIO
Tuesday, March 25: REEL Ladies on BlogTalkRadio.com Internet-Talk-Radio . In this hour-long interview I talk about the challenges blacks, and more specifically, black women, face in the entertainment industry. I offer advice and tips for career success. Click here to listen.
Frequently heard as the Urban Entertainment Reporter on "On The Record with Samm Brown" on KPFK.
SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS
TBA
TANYA KERSEY is one of Hollywood's most respected
and well-regarded entertainment journalists and
commentators. Empowerment has been the guiding force
behind every personal and professional endeavor
taken on by this veteran entertainment journalist
and festival producer.
Kersey
is perhaps best known as the Founder, Publisher
and Editor-in-Chief of the entertainment trade publication,
Black Talent News and its companion website, Blacktalentnews.com;
and as the Founder and Executive Director of the
Hollywood Black Film
Festival, an annual 6-day celebration of black
cinema drawing together established filmmakers,
popular film and TV stars, writers, directors, industry
executives, emerging artists and new audiences from
Southern California and around the world.
With
over two decades of experience in the entertainment
field, Tanya has an enviable reputation for having
her finger on the pulse of what’s happening
in 'Black Hollywood.' She is exceptionally well
informed on the state of Black Hollywood and the
critical issues faced by blacks in entertainment.
Tanya's
many books include Black State of the Arts: A Guide
to Developing a Successful Career as a Black Performing
Artist, considered by many to be the "Bible"
for blacks in the performing arts. She has also
authored The Black Film Report, and The
Urban Hollywood Resource Directory.
As
a reflection of her ongoing commitment to Blacks
in the entertainment industry, Ms. Kersey has several
publications scheduled for release in 2005. “The
Guide to Black Film Festivals,” and a
series of career planning handbooks for actors,
writers, directors, producers and filmmakers.
Ms.
Kersey is available for speaking
engagements, lectures
and media appearances.
For more information: 310-203-1336 or email: info@tanyakersey.com.
On
the Beat ...
Entertainment journalist
TANYA KERSEY has her finger on
the pulse of what’s happening in the world
of urban entertainment. Throughout her career, Tanya
has earned a reputation for covering the entertainment
industry, focusing on celebrities, film, television,
music, fashion, award shows, special events and
the business of entertainment in a trend-setting,
groundbreaking format.
Kudos
...
"Tanya Kersey has been a gem and a treasure as a writer on and advocate for positive black images in the media, entertainment and communications world. She is the consummate professional. Whenever I need an informed on-the-point expert on the burning social and cultural issues of the day, I call Tanya. I will continue to do the same in the future."
- Earl Ofari Hutchinson, President
Los Angeles Urban Policy Roundtable
"In
an industry that's laden with gossip and trivia, Tanya
Kersey is a source of genuine news and insight. Her
depth of knowledge on developments concerning African-Americans
in the film, television and entertainment industries
is unique. She consistently delivers on what's going
on behind the scenes and, more importantly, why it
matters."
Ken Smikle, Publisher,
Target Market News
"Tanya Kersey is an amazing person. Savvy
and persistence has taken her to the top. When we
first made a MOBE connection I knew she was an exceptional
person, then we witnessed the passion, knowledge and
professionalism she exuded from any forum and knew
it would be only a matter of time before she would
be in demand as a speaker. Personal or business, Tanya
certainly has something important to say and says
it like no other."
Yvette Moyo, President,
Marketing Opportunities in Business & Entertainment
"Tanya, I would like to extend our thanks
to you for your thought-provoking and inspiring presentation.
Your topic sparked great interest among our members
and helped create one of the best conferences yet." We certainly learned a lot from you."
Los Angeles Black Business
Expo Entertainment Summit
