Jazz: The Crusaders, Grover Washington Jr, Roy Ayers, Bob James, David Sanborn, Quincy Jones
Rock: Alan Parsons Project, Pink Floyd, Stereophonics, Red Hot Chilli Peppers, U2
Current Favourite: Just Jack "Starz in their eyes"
Movies
Almost Famous
There's Something About Mary
Groundhog Day
BRAVEHEART "They may take our lives, but they'll never take our FREEDOM"
Television
I often watch TV to chill out and have a laugh at the world. I am also intrigued about the rise of Reality TV. These programmes challenge you about your own attitudes and opinions and of those around you, and that can only be a good thing. Having developed as an actor as a second career, I can also appreciate the trials and tribulations of those going through audition processes. Once you toughen up it gets easier but there are many who are unprepared for the emotional rollercoaster of their first auditions.
Reality Talent Shows: X-Factor, American Idol
Reality People Watching: Big Brother
Reality Business: The Apprentice, Dragons Den, Fortune.
Brain-dead quiz shows: Deal Or No Deal, Who Wants To Be A Millionaire.
Comedy: Mock The Week, Have I Got News For You, Never Mind The Buzzcocks
Making It In Hollywood There's no business like show business
Featuring Clint Eastwood, Ennio Morricone, Kate Winslet, Ellen Degeneres
Contributors Joshua Finkel, Teresa Earle, Rodney Saulsberry,
Chris Dickerson, Jim Neville, Sarah Lappin, Jo Price.
Music James Tinney
Directors Douglas McFarlane, Chris Dickerson
Written, Edited and Produced by Douglas McFarlane
A look inside the business of Hollywood and what it takes to be a success
in the heart of one of the toughest and most competitive industries in the world.
Filmed over one weekend in Hollywood, during the Oscars, the journey taken by Scots actor Douglas McFarlane to find out hints and tips to making a start, takes some interesting and unplanned turns, as the magic of Hollywood film-making takes over.
Who I'd like to meet: The videos on this site are just a sample of the productions that I've been part of. I'm an actor, producer, presenter, editor, director and webmaster.
My showreel is included above if you are an agent or director looking for a Scots actor (theatre, tv, film, commercials).
If you are interested in theatre, film, standup or gigs in the UK and the US then I run a network with like minded people. The online resources I setup in 2001 are to support talented people including actors, producers, filmmakers, comedians and musicians who want to tell audiences more about their work.
The network is supported by around 10,000 people in the industry and is fast becoming one of the most influential networks in the UK and growing in the USA. Those who have registered include members of BAFTA, The Academy (Oscars), BECTU (Broadcasting) and actors unions Equity and SAG as well as several hundred members of the press. So it's an ideal platform to promote your work, or to find out more about performances on stage and screen where you are.
To get a free weekly newsletter and find out more, send a blank email to subscribe@uktheatre.net - you will also get some automated information emails to tell you more.
Many thanks for visiting today, have a look around and come back again soon.
Douglas McFarlane
UK Theatre Network
You can see more at www.UKTheatre.net
50 years young...he's in HEAVEN... GOD BLESS MICHAEL JACKSON....SOLD MORE LP'S IN THRILLER THAN ANY OTHER ARTIST EVER....I'M SPEECHLESS.... MY SISTER LIVES IN BEL AIR, SAYS THE HELICOPTERS ARE ALL OVER THE PLACE, & THE UCLA MEDICAL HOSPITAL IS GROWING HEAVY W/FANS & LOVED ONES...
Hey hunnie, guess what!!! The much anticipated Music Video for my hit single "Bad Girl" is finally done! Watch it now at www.youtube.com/cherylmartinez and let me know what you think! I appreciate the luv & comments;-)
And don't forget i'm offering a FREE download of the Bad Girl song at www.cherylmartinez.com/fanclub for a limited time only! Tell your friends to go cop that joint, and feel free to add the song & post the video on your page!
hmmmmmm I wonder if I can find a date in time........ :-)
18+BOSS PT 2 *OFFICIAL JULY 4th EXTRAVAGANZA!*@CLUB BOMBAY 3615 El Camino Real, Santa Clara,CA Saturday, July 4th, 2009 9:30PM-2AM AIM MRWORLDCLASS01 FOR MORE INFO!
I seen you before , you were at the last party huh?
18+REPRESENT PT 3 "THE BIGGEST GREEK EVENT OF THE YEAR!@SWEETS BALLROOM 1933 Broadway St , Oakland, CA Saturday, June 13th, 2009 9:30PM-2AM AIM MRWORLDCLASS01 FOR MORE INFO!
Hey, just to let you know we have uploaded tracks from Ali's new solo album Flying High to his myspace, come by and let us know what you think or if you want to pre order you can get it on his myspace page.
Ali will be on tour in the UK from June 19th – July 4th come and see him and his new band live – they are tearing it up, round the country with a great party vibe!
Big Love Ali's Team x
Hey! How's it going? It's getting hot outside and it's time for indie films.
This month I'm promoting this Indie Film - "Gentleman's Choice - The Chris Adams Story" - a hard hitting documentary on the tragic death of a sports entertainer.
Watch it online ($5) or buy the DVD at http://gentleman.eyesoda.comGentleman's Choice: The Chris Adams Story Trailer
We have a few tickets left at the discount price of £5. Get in touch and we can arrange getting them to you. DO IT NOW AND AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT!!!
Disclaimer: You know we’re not hugely happy about posting messages on your page. Just trying to keep you up to date with what we’re doing. So to say thanks for not deleting us from your friends list you can get a free remix of our forthcoming single ‘A Princess, A Monkey, The Stars and The Sea’ at http://www.last.fm/music/Vendetta+Coalition
CONFIRMED BANDS FOR 2009 INCLUDE... NINE BLACK ALPS KID BRITISH WAVE MACHINES MISTY’S BIG ADVENTURE THE TRAVELLING BAND TEN BEARS THE VORTEX THE MAYBES KARIMA FRANCIS THE JESSIE ROSE TRIP FRAZER KING CASIO KID GIDEON CONN THE GAY BLADES THE WHISKYCATS TEN BEARS ..... with around 200 bands over the weekend
**** CHECK THE MYSPACE BLOG FOR FULL MUSIC AND ARTS LISTINGS ****
I know how you get down , look at the flyer , you already know its about to be THICK in this one.. Ill see you there
18+Battle Of the Sexes "Booty Shorts vs Basketball Shorts" @ Sons Of Italy 5051 Mission St , San Francisco,CA Friday, May 15th, 2009 9:30PM-2AM AIM MRWORLDCLASS01 OR YOURBABYMAMASFAV
Douglas me ol' partner in crime, I wanted to make sure you saw this. Besides "Making It In Hollywood," I'm currently making some noise in New York. Some scenes from my play that's running Off-Broadway...
We're rocking the town. Hope you get to see it at some point. Have a great week!
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