Acting in Austin

Just like how this blog has uncertainties. I may post everyday, or I may forget that 2 years ago I had a blog that I wanted to keep updated. I don't even know where to began. I looked back at my previous post and I'm having trouble filling in where I left off. I guess I can start with the projects I've been working on since then and go from there. I looked back on my resume and it looks like I've worked on...9 or possibly 10 projects. Two of which I'm currently working on now. 10 projects?! To someone who has an agent and a steady flow of auditions that's not too great. But for me, someone who grinds everyday with the help of an agent or manager, that's pretty amazing! And that list doesn't include the extra work I've done (honestly, it doesn't count). There's been a lot of ups, and downs. Hopefully, when I get a chance to clear my mind , I'll share some stories and projects with you. Break A Leg, Ally

Hey guys! It's been awhile… I recently completed filming a parody directed by the talented Dyann Green. I met her on set of "From Dusk 'Til Dawn" so it was amazing to be working with her again! I played Zafrina who's outfit and makeup was AMAZING! You can check out pictures and video of me talking about the experience in the video below. Have a GREAT 4th of July!  Break a Leg! Ally

   Well it's been a long time coming but it has finally happened…I GOT AN AGENT! YIPPIE! Hard work does pay off! I made a little video showing you my excitement so I hope you enjoy it. Tomorrow boring I have an audition for a major company so hopefully I can blog about that. Plus I may be a stand-in for a TV pilot as well! So many exciting things going on, and I'm glad I get to share them with you :).  Break a Leg, Ally

HEY, HEY, HEY! I just uploaded my first Vlog on my official Youtube page so please go check out the video and SUBSCRIBE! In this video I talk about my audition I had and clips from my brothers graduation. I'm going to try and upload often and show you guys all of my behind-the-scenes footage! I'm excited to finally have my Vlog started! See you guys soon! Break A Leg, Ally Connect With Me: http://allyjpayne.wix.com/alexandria https://twitter.com/loveallycat https://www.facebook.com/alexandriajpayne http://instagram.com/allyjpayne

Hey guys! So I've been pretty busy this past week. I had an industrial audition which was pretty exciting. Then I filmed the short 'What We Give'. The production company is  AMAA Productions  and it's directed by Dustin Butler. The story is so beautiful and it has a great message behind it. I had such an amazing time on set with the crew and my other cast member. My face loves getting beat up and dirty! lol I can't wait to show you guys when it's completed! And some more exciting news…..!!! I'm looking into getting represented with an agency! Hopefully all goes well and I'll be able to make a post about who I'm signed with and all that good stuff. Oh! And I'm also going to be apart of a project by Dyann Green, It's a 'Breaking Dawn:Part 2 Parody' and the script is so funny! I play Zafrina and I can't wait to start filming that at the end of the month. To donate so we can reach our goal go to the link HERE and like the m...

   Just as I was thinking about getting cast in more films..it happens! ;)     I got the most pleasant phone call from Rachel , the producer and lead actress in a short film I audition for recently, and she told me that they wanted to cast me as the featured role I went in for!    I'm so excited to be apart of this production! I absolutely love being on set, especially as an actor. I'll probably do a couple of extra gigs still, just so I have some extra income coming in, but I really want to focus on getting footage for my demo reel. There's a couple of agencies I want to sign with and I really want to impress them and stand out from the rest.   I hope you all are doing well. It's been a little gloomy here in Austin but I kind of like the change. Oh, before I forget… There's this cool new website that lets you connect with actors, directors, and filmmakers from all over the world! Check out the website and lets make some magic! Break a ...

So it's been about three months since I've blogged. To be honest I forgot all about this page. I guess it's because I haven't been too busy with actual acting jobs, mostly background work...like today for instance.  It's a decent sized production with some big name actors. I booked this gig because I've worked with this extras casting company so many times that they contact me now, lol. Plus, it's good pay. AND, it's not a "cattle call" for this shoot today. It's only 5 extras and 3 people in cars, the kind of sets I like!  Anyways, I had an audition for this independent film that went really well! :) hopefully I get the part. It's a featured part, but I really liked the production company and the story seemed interesting.  And some more good news... The short that I filmed last year, "True Will" , is premiering this coming Sunday!!! Can wait to see the final cut and and the amazing cast and crew I worked with!  I'll try t...

So…I just wrapped my 3rd day on set for the film "The Wild". I played Laura, a drugged out chick who knows the secrets to the burning questions that the lead characters want answered. My 3 days were spread out over the entire corse of filming, and the shooting locations were spread out all over town so it was great showing up to a different location every time. Now that it's over it's time to move on to the next project. I'm considering sending out my headshots & resume to an agency that I've been dieting to sign with but I want to wait for clips of the projects I worked on for my demo reel. Patience IS a virtue. :) Now something my boyfriend didn't have patience for… IM ENGAGED! :))) On my cruise I just got back home for my boyfriend proposed to me! I'm super excited and still a little in shock! Can't wait 'til I walk down the isle!

So I had the privilege of being cast in a short film called "True Will' , directed by UT grad Jim Hickcox. It lasted for 4 days( 3 days for me) and it was the best experience EVER! The location, make-up, wardrobe, cast, crew, everything was AMAZING and Kick-ASS! Shelter( Molly Karrasch) & Kong(Ally Payne) It really got me thinking about how I could do this for the rest of my life. It will defiantly be an experience I'll never forget! I have a couple of auditions coming up soon and the theater play I was going to be apart of got switch to a TV show! I'm so excited for what the future has in store for me as far as acting and film making goes and I will defiantly post my journey on here for your viewing pleasure. :) ALSO, find pictures on my instagram: @ allyjpayne Break a Leg! Ally Payne

Well hello stranger!   I 'm soooooooo sorry it took me so long to make a post. I've been super busy these past couple of weeks.    I got an adorible puppy named Dior May, and I got cast in a short film!    We just wrapped on the 2nd day of shooting but I'm going to make separate post about each of the days. I guess this was a quick "hello" to let you know I'm not dead. I'll make sure to get those post up soon, with pictures! :) Break a leg!  Ally - "Kong" ;)