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Kickstarter

9/8/2013

We're very excited to announce our Kickstarter Campaign to raise finishing funds for post-production goes live tomorrow!

The Kickstarter page will include a video featuring several clips from the film, and over the coming weeks we'll post many more production photos and video clips as well.

Check back tomorrow for the link to the campaign page, and to get a first glimpse into "At The Maple Grove"!

On Cassel and the Influence of Cassavetes

7/29/2013

Ready For More!

7/7/2013

At The Maple Grove resumes production tomorrow after taking a break over the 4th of July holiday weekend. All rested up and excited to get back at it!

Happy 4th Of July From The Maple Grove!

7/4/2013

Instagram Pics

7/4/2013

Our cast & crew have been posting many photos on Instagram throughout production. Below are a few selections. Search #AtTheMapleGrove on Instagram to see more!

Instagram Photo by actor @matthewmicucci

Instagram Photo by actor @moosnail

Instagram Photo by actor @lanetownsend

Instagram Photo by production designer @spshaker

Instagram Photo by wardrobe designer @noeljean

Instagram Photo by actor @matthewmicucci

Instagram Photo by actor @valentinalnk

Instagram Photo by actor @mcsilva15 via actor @moosnail

Instagram Photo by key grip @_chrisellison

Attend A Live Show At The Maple Grove!

6/26/2013

We’re looking for an audience to attend our LIVE SHOW, and we need you!
Come join us for the final performance at the Maple Grove and let us entertain you
with our extraordinary cast of singers, dancers, actors and comedians.

Don't miss your chance to be part of a fantastic film & wonderful
LIVE THEATER experience - a great time for all (18+ please) so bring your friends!
Refreshments will be served.

Attendees also receive a copy of the finished film + IMDB credit as an AUDIENCE MEMBER

Performers include: Paulette McWilliams with Nat Adderley, Jr. & his band, Matt Micucci, Chip Godwin, Marielle Vigneau-Britt with music by Eddie Baytos, Justin Streichman,
Cheke Whitfield, Bee Hudgins with J.W. Cudd, all hosted by Michael Silva

Michael Silva

Paulette McWilliams

Marielle Vigneau-Britt

Cheke Whitfield

Matt Micucci

Justin Streichman

Chip Godwin

Time: Saturday, June 29th, 2013
7:00 AM
We start early on Saturday. To be sure you see the full show of performances we
recommend arrival at 7AM. But please come anytime up till 11am if you want to
appear in the film as an audience member.

Location: The Hotel Cafe
1623 N Cahuenga Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90028

*Cocktail/Business casual attire. Please bring a 2nd outfit.

RSVP to atthemaplegrove@gmail.com with the number in your party.

Production Begins

6/25/2013

Day 1 of production on "At The Maple Grove" began yesterday. We shot mainly exterior scenes outside the night club venue. It was such a wonderful experience to start the process of bringing the film to life with this cast & crew.

The Maple Grove sign has arrived

Chip Godwin, Nick Paliokas & Alison Zatta

Lining up the first shot

Chip Godwin

The crew at work while a scene plays out

Christopher Zatta talks with actors Adam Dunnells & Don Scribner

Christopher Zatta & Matt Micucci

Actors Adam Dunnells, Chip Godwin & Kat Martin rehearse a scene

Working on the final set up of the day

Matt Micucci

Photos: Live Show Rehearsal

6/22/2013

We recently held a very casual, walk-thru rehearsal of our live show, which takes place next week at The Hotel Cafe, a small music venue in Hollywood that will serve as our filming location for The Maple Grove.

The show will be filled with song and dance & some wild and crazy numbers. Shaping up to be an incredible variety of talent and performances. Please check back for updates.

Cheke Whitfield

Chip Godwin

Marielle Vigneau-Britt

Matt Micucci

Justin Streichman

Audience participation for Justin Streichman's routine

Audience participation for Justin Streichman's routine

Photos: Prep Work For The Live Show

6/14/2013

Actress Marielle Vigneau-Britt preps for her performance on The Maple Grove stage, working out lyrics and laying down a scratch track with musician Eddie Baytos, followed up by a vocal lesson with singer/songwriter Valentina Mitzkat.

Photos: A Performer Prepares At The Maple Grove

6/13/2013

Actor Cheke Whitfield, who will be playing one of the performers from The Maple Grove, gets a feel for the stage while working through his routine.