Complaint Review: Celebrity Actors Camp - Internet
- Celebrity Actors Camp Internet United States of America
- Phone: 323-445-6856
- Web: www.celebrityactorscamp.com
- Category: Modeling & Talent Agencies
Celebrity Actors Camp Possibly aka THE (Tay) Phony "auditions" for children to be actors, Internet
*Consumer Comment: People. This not the way it's done...
*UPDATE Employee: IT'S an EXPANSION NAME
*Consumer Comment: Kids attended CAC
*Consumer Comment: Why Two Company Names?
*UPDATE EX-employee responds: Clearing the air with Celebrity Actors Camp
*Consumer Comment: Priorities ...
*REBUTTAL Owner of company: faker
*Consumer Comment: Life-changing, incredibly positive experience. Worth the time, effort, energy, money
*Consumer Comment: Giving them a chance
*UPDATE Employee: PARENTS FIND SUCCESS IN CELEBRITY ACTORS CAMP
*Consumer Comment: Celebrity Actors Camp not associated with Disney! watch channel 9 news video below.
*Consumer Comment: Not a scam or ripoff
*Author of original report: Lovey Dovey
*Consumer Comment: Warning!!! CAC preys off of star struck children and families!!!
*Consumer Comment: Recent graduate of Celebrity Actors Camp
*UPDATE Employee: The FACTS
*Consumer Comment: Celebrity Actors Camp changed our lives
*Consumer Comment: Been there, its AMAZING!
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This outfit advertized on the radio about a wonderful opportunity for children to "audition" for acting jobs. With their roster of tv stars from Disney, they led parents to believe that their children were actually vying for a Disney spot. *I* assumed (naughty me) that they were looking for extras for a film to be shot in the Spokane area! I don't believe *now* that Disney has anything to do with this... I would hope not anyway.
We arrived at the designated spot, cleverly held at the INB performing arts center in Spokane with our daughter in tow. I was very surprised that we were all (lots of hopeful parents and theirexcited children) made to sit and listen to pep talks about perseverance, how hard it is to break in to acting, how actors are never "discovered" any more blah blah BLAH!Then what were we doing there? This didn't sound like an "audition" at all. A red flag went up on our way in because the signs all said "Celebrity Actors Camp." Actors CAMP??? I should have walked out then... Pep talks about how stupid we all were (paraphrasing) for believing the radio ads were another red flag.
When said pep talks were done (kind of reminded me of those "free vacation" offers at the pizza parlors back in the day. You know the ones where they promised you a prize if you sat through their sales pitch to get you to buy timeshares or campground memberships..) we finally got lined upto get the brochurefeaturing the PRICE of this wonderful opportunity, and another pep talk about "supporting our childrens dreams!" Remember Celebrity Actors Camp wasn't advertizing for TRAINING,acting school, symposiums on acting, or anything else that cost thousands of dollars, they were advertizing "auditions." The "auditions" were to determine ability to pay as far as I could tell. "Auditions" my A$$!
I still can't figure out where Phil Lewis of Mr. Moseby on Suite Life on Deck fame fitted in to the scheme of things. They must have paid him a fortune to come here in personand try totalk hopeful parents into shelling out thousands of dollars for this "opportunity." Doesn't he make enough money on the TV show?
Because our daughter doesn't recognize scams, we went through with the "audition." Of coursePhil Lewisjust loved her! (uh huh) They wanted her back so long as we could pay them between $1,750 and $5,500 dollars (in cash, no checks;another red flag) for it. They were absolutely rude and nasty when we told them we couldn't pay. (We weren't there to look into PAYING for any services, remember it was an audition to see if they would pay my daughter to appear in a Disney production! We were TRICKED into attending.) The "Z" lady wrote a big X through the paperwork with a flourish while my devastated daughter observed. Nasty! So much for loving children. They kept the head shot for their garbage can no doubt. They have not answered my e-mail to them as yet. Big surprise right?
At the very least this company, if it is one, is using deceptive advertizing tactics to get people in there and then usinggullible children to coerce the parents into paying. Since there is NOTHING on this company good, bad or indifferent is must be a fly-by-night outfit. Their ads say nothing about what their true purpose is... This is not an "audition" by any stretch of meaning. It's a ploy to sell you something. They should be up front about what it is that they are after.
If I was lookingto spend $5,500 dollars on acting class, we would already have found a local place to do just that. And the $5,500 is the STARTING POINT. Then there is the "invitation only Summer Camp" which is at least $3,000 more! It was like pulling teeth to find this out. THEN there was a "Pilot Camp" also by invitaion only, which God knows how much it is. They even have a special hotel where you can stay while you are playing around with this; starting at $99 per night! I assume "invitation only" means that your bank account is fat enough to cover it, not that your child is any good at acting. Pictures are included and makeup, but not PRINTS or hair! Or you can pay $600 for a couple of snapsand some makeup if you don't buy the $5,500 course.
In researching this company, I came across another company called THE pronounced Tay. The whole scam is disturbingly familiar to this one including one person who appears as a benefactor in both THE and Celebrity Actors Camp. His name is David Delouise from Wizards of Waverly Place. His father was actor Dom Delouise. Doesn't he have enough money without having to prey on childrens hopes and dreams either? Do these people really NEED the thousands of dollars they are bilking parents out of?
Anyway since then some reputable people have assured me that this is indeed a scam. Hollywood doesn't operate the way that these scammers would have you believe... You can get better acting classes in your area for much less money. There are real talent agents near wherever you are. AGENTS not scammers, as in affliliations with SAG and AFTRA! Which I never heard a single word about in the whole spiel at "Celebrity Actors Camp."
Final thought about the scam called Celebrity Actors Camp... Any time somebody wants "cash up front, no checks" as these people informed me, you can pretty well believe that they are going to take your money and it will be much harder to get it back when the subterfuge is discovered.
Other numbers associated with this are (909) 427-9547 (Celebrity Actors Camp web site) which comes up as belonging to a person, Melodee Griffin with an address in Long Beach. The number of the nasty woman we spoke to at the phony "audition" is (310) 651-4401 which comes up as an unknown Beverly Hills number. No way do I think that this woman lives in Beverly Hills, with her cheap clothes and bad makeup, but what the hay, you can get a cell phone with any prefix you want on it! Maybe she does live there, I just have a hard time believing it!
Just my opinion folks. Since I did NOT pay these people, and have NOT been through the program, I hope that it is all true, that they are helping these kids achieve their dreams. It just doesn't look like it from my point of view, it looks like a scam.
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#18 Consumer Comment
People. This not the way it's done...
AUTHOR: Anonymous - (USA)
SUBMITTED: Tuesday, March 20, 2012
Camps like this are typical schemes to convince young actors and their parents that this is the way to get into the entertainment industry. It is not.
The Event, The, iPop, IMTA the all use the same model. They advertise auditions using misleading radio commercials which talk about Disney and Nickelodeon shows and stars as bait, they use Disney stars to teach as well as bring in Disney casting directors. Kids and Ive spoken to many really believe that theyre auditioning for real TV shows, but its just a sales pitch to sign the kids up for classes that cost parents thousands.
When the parents feel ripped off and complain, they are ridiculed by Adrian RMante - real name Adrian Winebarger - he's 39 by the way, not 34 - but they all lie about their age don't they? :). He offers up lots of satisfied parents who talk about how the program changed their kids lives, or the classic it helped with little Marys self-esteem or how she's oh-so-confident now - but this is a consistent theme in the talent camp/convention world. No parent ever wants to admit that they just spent $5000 for questionable training or showcases in front of casting directors and agents. And the ones who do complain are accused of being bitter and threatened with libel and threatened with legal action.
Is this company operating legally? Yes, probably. Bottom line, however, is that this is NOT the way business in Hollywood is done. The handful of actors who are discovered via these camps would almost certainly have done well anyway, and in any case dont justify the inordinate out of pocket expense. And the big Hollywood casting directors they introduce your kids too are paid a BOATLOAD of money for a weekend appearance and a nice vacation, and the odds of them ever hiring your kid from 3000 miles away is slim to none - and slim just left town.
Do your research, parents. Look at RipOffReport.com and the Better Business Bureau before you spend a dime. Don't believe a dozen "rebuttals" posted here - most coincidentally by CAC and not the actual parent. They are ON RIPOFF REPORT for goshsakes, and there must be a reason. And does anyone else think they protest just a little too much?
Heres a link to a recent article on The Event a similar scheme.
http://tinyurl.com/7a7jo4b
Eye opener.
And for more info, parents can check out BizParentz.org - an advocacy group formed by parents to help protect young performers. They helped develop a new law in California to protect kids which has been celebrated by the major studios, the Screen Actors Guild, the teamsters and more. Ask them what they think.
Good luck and be safe.

#17 UPDATE Employee
IT'S an EXPANSION NAME
AUTHOR: CAC - (USA)
SUBMITTED: Tuesday, March 20, 2012
Hello there edge,
You are witnessing a growth and an expansion of the company. CAC is the parent company and has been well established for many years now and is PRIMARILY a summer camp based program that takes place in Hollywood around July. CAC has been strictly reduced to a summer camp program. CSE involves many celebrities who work with young performers in THEIR cities without traveling to LA. It's a Celebrity Event and not a camp which is the reason for the name and it offers completely different opportunities for the performers. Hope this helps with your question and understanding.

#16 Consumer Comment
Kids attended CAC
AUTHOR: stagemomma2012 - (United States of America)
SUBMITTED: Tuesday, March 20, 2012
In response to the complaints about CAC I can see how some would be put off by some of the tactics of the camp, I was at first and did some serious background digging, however unless you have children who have actually attended the camp you really have no room to judge.
You can call it a scam all you want but it really is not a scam. A scam is when someone asks you for money and promises things in return, then does not deliver on those promises. Celebrity Actors Camp does not promise anything other than great acting classes with some really cool celebrity actors that the kids see on TV all the time. It is not promised that they will work outside of camp. It does not promise they will be represented by anyone. Too many people assume that because you are paying them they should deliver something paying in return. They offer several different level packages not just a $5000 package. When you average out the cost of the camp packages by hour it is about $100/hr. Most good camps will be about that and they don't get to work with people they admire.
As for "everyone" getting a callback, it doesn't work that way. We went to the "auditions" with several neighbors and only my children got call backs. Mine are already acting, singing, and dance students so they have a lot more experience in front of strangers. The staff is very helpful and flexible. I had to call several times to ask questions about things that we had come up and never once was I turned away or not called back.
We started out at a level 1 package and after the first weekend my kids spent there I saw a major difference in their confidence levels and abilities so we asked if we could upgrade at that time to a higher level and they were great about it. I am so glad we did. You can definitely try to get your child "discovered" by having headshots taken and mass mailing them out hoping that someone takes a few minutes to look at them but my kids were able to prepare for a real audition and to get professional feedback and make changes where necessary to get the most out of it. It worked.
Whether my kids make it big in the acting industry or not I would not change my decision to send them to CAC. They learned so much and have made some really cool friends and contacts. The elements they learned do not only pertain to acting, they are lifelong lessons that will take them through school and into any career they choose. In my opinion you cannot put a price tag on that. Thank you Adrian, Sandra, Virgil, Matthew, Tyler, Emily, Jonathan, and Tanya. You guys are awesome.

#15 Consumer Comment
Why Two Company Names?
AUTHOR: edge - (United States of America)
SUBMITTED: Tuesday, March 20, 2012
We took our daughter to one of the audtions in Texas. However, they were not advertising as CAC (Celebrity Actors Camp) but were advertising themselves as (CSE) Celebrity Star Event. CSE was the same as being described for CAC. They got everyone in a room together for a pep talk, then the kids were briefly (took 2 minutes) interviewed by someone "in the industry". After that, the kids got to do a reading in front of Phil Lewis (took 1 minute). The whole thing seemed rushed through as if they were just trying to get us to the cashier. I guaranteed my wife that our daughter would get a call back. Guess what she did. They claim that only 57 out of 622 got call backs. Hmm?? I left the whole experience wondering if my daughter was being evaluated for her talent or if we were being evaluated for our bank account. I have not attend the showcase event so I believe they give you what they say they do in the brochure. If you have $5,000 and are willing to spend it on a chance for your kid to spend time with some celebrities, then that's your choice. However, buyer beware. The adds and the pep talks can be misleading. Know exactly what you're getting before giving them a dime. Attending CAC or CSE is not going to get your kid into the movies or on Disnet Channel. If they are truely talented, it might help. But if your child has no talent, no amount of money to these guys is going to get them on TV. And that's my biggest concern, how can these people be objective when they stand to make a lot of money off you when you sign up for these camps? Also, why present your company under different names? Is there something to hide?

#14 UPDATE EX-employee responds
Clearing the air with Celebrity Actors Camp
AUTHOR: EC - (United States of America)
SUBMITTED: Friday, March 09, 2012
To the author Greta! I am the mother of Cassie and she is an ex camper of the Celebrity Actors Camp. I just want to clear the air here with my daughters role with her position when she did an internship with the Celebrity Actors Camp. Cassie was a student herself learning about the acting profession and who took acting classes that were taught by the celebrity staff of the camp. This is a camp that helps young kids from beginning to advanced polish their acting skills. The camp does hold auditions and makes the child write a letter as to why they want to do acting so they are sure that the kids want this and its not for the parents. Cassie was never an employee of Celebrity Actors Camp and never was paid. In the report it stated she works for Adrian and gets paid alot, not true, at all. Cassie had a positive experience at the celebrity actors camp. She was a student and was never involved with the business end of the camp. Part of her internship was teaching the students, making phone calls to congratulate those who were lucky to get a call back to inform them of dates and time to report to camp. She helped coordinate fun days. She also answered emails under the direction of the owners of the camp. These were her only roles. I just wanted to clear the air with my daughters role at The Celebrity Actors Camp. She never scammed anyone and definitely never sold her soul for EVIL as you put it, those are some pretty strong accusations. My daughter is a christian and practices her faith as she was raised from a small child to do. She is honest, caring and loves everyone!

#13 Consumer Comment
Priorities ...
AUTHOR: David TK - (United States of America)
SUBMITTED: Friday, February 24, 2012
Marilyn,
There is no doubt that you love your children. At the very least, it is evident in the support you are providing while they pursue their dreams. As parents, the support we provide is often measured in time, effort and energy.
With that said, I have to ask:
What if you spent the time you've spent on your crusade against CAC on your children's careers? How much farther along might they be? How might their dreams have grown?
What are your priorities?

#12 REBUTTAL Owner of company
faker
AUTHOR: Marilyn - (USA)
SUBMITTED: Thursday, February 23, 2012
yes they are fake! PLASE BEWARE!

#11 Consumer Comment
Life-changing, incredibly positive experience. Worth the time, effort, energy, money
AUTHOR: David TK - (United States of America)
SUBMITTED: Thursday, February 23, 2012
Bottom line: My family's experience with CAC has been steeped in integrity, personally impactful and professionally rewarding.
With that sad ...
Back in October of 2010, my children also heard an ad on an Atlanta radio station saying there Disney & Nickelodeon On-Air Talent coming to Atlanta to audition kids. They NEVER said "Disney Auditions" or "Nickelodeon Auditions." NEVER.
As a parent, I wanted to make sure that this group was on the up-and-up. I called. The folk with whom I spoke were VERY clear that this was not auditioning for Disney or Nickelodeon producers, directors, casting folk or employees in any way. There was NO misrepresentation. Period.
We scheduled a time for our three children to audition.
Of the 1000+ children who auditioned, 50 were selected. I spent HOURS online researching CAC and Adrian R'Mante. I read every article I could find. I read every blog I could find. I watched every video I could find. I( contacted the television station that did an interview with Adrian about his leaving a competitive camp because it was a scam. I called the State of California. I contacted the BBB.
CAC had a bullet-proof reputation, a stellar track-record and the respect of the industry.
We signed our daughter up for the program in Atlanta. Concurrent with CAC, she was taking acting classes and doing improv work through her school. Her teachers were blown away by the changes over the 9 weeks of the CAC program.
At the end of the Atlanta program, she was selected for the LA summer program. To make a fascinating story short: our daughter's skills demonstrably improved through her work with CAC. She was invited to stay on for the second CAC series as an intern (obviously, Marilyn, we weren't charged for that). She was signed by an A-list manager (after turning down three others who wanted her).
My daughter, based on her training through and affiliation with Adrian R'Mante and CAC had (and CONTINUES to have) access to more and higher level auditions that she could have without.
She is currently in LA making her mark during Pilot Season and is getting incredible traction not just because of her talent, but because of her relationship with and work with CAC. It has been worth the time, the travel, the energy, and the money.
Neither my daughter, my wife nor I would trade this experience for the world. I have and will continue to refer folk to Adrian R'Mante, Sandra Winebarger and Celebrity Actors Camp WITHOUT RESERVATION.

#10 Consumer Comment
Giving them a chance
AUTHOR: stagemomma2012 - (United States of America)
SUBMITTED: Monday, January 23, 2012
I'm sitting here reading all the complaints listed about Celebrity Actors Camp and felt I needed to put my 2 cents out there. We too heard the commercial for "auditions" and were awestruck at the possibility but what I realized after calling and setting my kids auditions times was that I didn't fully listen to the commercial. I too thought at first that it was an audition for a Disney Channel show, however my daughter very quickly pointed out (at age 8) that they mentioned iCarly in the ad. Obviously NOT Disney. So I immediately went on the defensive and came home and researched CAC. I too found all the "reports" but I told my kids the possibility that it was not what we thought it was going to be and that we needed to be prepared for such. The following day I heard the commercial again. As soon as I heard CAC I paid close attention. Nowhere in their advertisement does it state they will be auditioning for a show of any kind. They use phrases like "does your kid dream of being on a tv show like iCarly" Do they love Disney Channel and want to be a part of that? The phrases may lead someone to assume they are auditioning for a particular show but we all know what happens when we assume. Do I think they could be more upfront in their advertising, ABSOLUTELY. Do I think being more upfront in advertising is going to hurt them, No I don't. But marketing isn't my job so to each his own. So I told the kids it was not an audition for a show but rather an opportunity to audition for something. We decided it was going to be an hour out of our day to see what it was all about. We told all our friends and figured what the heck. We'll try it out. Experience is experience in this business whether it's good or bad. And the sooner these kids learn that not all people are going to be 100% up front, the better prepared they are. So we got ready, looked cute, were prepared for an audition of any kind. We arrived and I knew as soon as I saw the set up that they were going to try to sell something. Number one rule is never pay for representation. They aren't offering representation. They never once told me or my kids that if we went to camp we would in fact get represented. They never promised my kids would get a job with anyone. So I think many of the people posting on here were not as forthcoming about their experiences or again assumed that because they were asking for thousands of dollars that it MUST be included. My kids did their 1 minute audition with James Inghram. They had singing listed on their sheets as a talent/hobby so he put them on the spot and made them sing with zero notice. He wasn't necessarily looking for someone who could sing, but was looking to see if they had the confidence to do it on dime. Then they went in to see Mr. Moseby (Phil Lewis) and get their 1 minute with him. The look on my kids faces just for spending a minute one on one with him, someone they watch on TV everyday, was priceless. They were so thrilled. We too were given the speech about parents needing to support their kids dreams and such but really if you have half a brain you know to take what they say at face value. Sales people are sales people no matter what they're trying to sell you. If you allow yourself to believe everything anyone says to you then sorry but you deserve to be scammed. We were told that callbacks would be the next day and that if we received a call we needed to be available that afternoon and be prepared with whichever package of camp we were willing to attend. Pretty straight forward to me. We looked over the brochure (which was not vague in any way). It listed everything that was included in the price you paid. Head shot fees were way overpriced in my opinion. $1000 for shots, no way. My neighbor got some really great ones and all it cost me was photo paper. The camps are local, you're not expected to fly to LA every weekend for a month. Summer and pilot camps are in LA. They are pricey as well but you get a lot more camp time, but you do have to pay to stay there and it's not $100/week, it's $100/day. The morning after auditions we were lucky to receive a call back. Actually I should say my son was lucky to receive a call back. My daughter did not. Nor did any of the other kids we had told about that had gone. So we again decided to go back and see what they had to say. Every question I asked was answered fully. I did not feel like they were holding anything back. When I commented on the cost of sending my child they were very understanding and said if I wasn't ready this time to definitely try again the next time they came to our city. At no time, even when I had said I didn't think it was possible and I was sorry if i had wasted their time, were they rude. And it was because of their attitude that I decided to go ahead and give it a try. We went with the level 1 package, which was less than $2000. Sure there are acting camps that are less expensive but to be able to spend a week with people you see on TV everyday...come on that's pretty cool. I know I've spent tons of money over my lifetime on stupid stuff, maybe not that much all at once but I know if I added it all up it far outweighs $2000 for a cool camp. My son was told to make sure he comes to class everyday with his camera to get pictures of what he's doing and who he's meeting. He's super stoked for what may happen and if it's not all it's cracked up to be, well then he's learned a valuable lesson in this industry. Camp's in 2 weeks so we'll see how it goes.

#9 UPDATE Employee
PARENTS FIND SUCCESS IN CELEBRITY ACTORS CAMP
AUTHOR: CAC - (USA)
SUBMITTED: Friday, July 29, 2011
If you truly research the ripoff reports about CAC you will find that Marilyn Jusino is behind defaming and slandering our name and the person behind the news report. (she is the black haired lady in the news report who is spewing lies) This has become a legal matter and a lawsuit against her is forthcoming for slander and defamation of character. I've said it before and I will continue to say the truth and that is Marilyn Jusino's sister Abby PARTICIPATED in the camp regardless of what she is saying in the news report and it will be proven in our slander case. I have records of her signing Abby into camp and she signed Abby out of camp. Her signature/initials are documented on the sign-in sheets. Finally, her attendance will be proven because we have photos of Abby and the celebrities that were taken at the camp when she attended. We are an acting camp and never claim to be a school, an agency or that we are Disney. She is simply lying because you can visit our website and you will NOT see one advertisement for Disney or "Do you wanna be on Disney" but just the shows that represent our celebrities. www.celebrityactorscamp.com CAC has Disney and Nickelodeon Stars that teach the kids and one of our Disney celebrities is an actor and director for The Disney Channel...these are just the FACTS. Our radio advertisement NEVER once says, "Come audition for Disney" or "We are having auditions for Disney." Furthermore, our celebrities still work for Disney and Nickelodeon so if we were using their name illegally then there would be an issue from Disney but there is not because we, simply, don't use the Disney name. We have been upfront from day one of our inception...not to mention, we are called Celebrity Actors CAMP not academy, school, Disney but CAMP. Any CAMP you sign up for includes fees and we are no different. We are a high level TV and Film acting camp program where our kids are taught by successful celebrities. For the record, an average acting class that is any good ranges from $40 to $60 an hour per class and I want to share that our average hour rate is $65-$75 for our highest level of training which includes 75 hours over 6 weeks. Furthermore, we are an acting PROGRAM and not an acting CLASS, big difference. Our success rate speaks for itself and so do our parents. When our parents heard this "NEWS" report was going to air they flooded channel 9 news lines with phone calls to defend our name. If you listen closely to the end of the report Todd clearly says that CAC has several kids on National TV and MANY families called them expressing their happiness with the program. Keep in mind, Marilyn is one side of the story and from a lady who and I quote, "is out to make our lives a living hell!!" Please read a parents message who defends the program and what it TRULY represents followed by several success stories from the camp which proves we are the real deal! #2 Consumer Comment Celebrity Actors Camp changed our lives AUTHOR: AnnieB - miami (United States of America) SUBMITTED: 2011 Monday
I was actually on this site researching a different company when I ran across the negative comment posted about the Celebrity Actor's Camp and although I've never done this before I felt compelled to defend the Camp's good name.
My daughter recently completed the program in Miami, Florida and I must say, the program has changed our lives. Within 24 hours of completing the program she had been accepted by a Talent agency. Within 48 hours of completing the program she received her first audition- a taped read for a new Fox Pilot. Her next audition is this Thursday for a clothing store commercial and I am hoping the roller coaster ride does not stop anytime soon. The Celebrity Actors Camp program consists of 8-10 all day acting workshops that take place on the weekends over the course of 8-9 weeks. Yes, it is expensive, HOWEVER, that being said when you break it down week by week, you get what you pay for. Where else can you find acting classes tailored to children being taught by actual working actors. Phill Lewis flew into Miami the same day he had been filming on "Raising Hope". You want acting classes taught by a nobody who's career never made it anywhere you can find them starting from $299.00. You want a class taught by working actors who are also caring individuals, who genuinely want to "fast track" your child's career, then Celebrity Actor's Camp is the way to go.
I mean, the casting director from Nickelodeon studios in Hollywood California actually knows my daughter's name, just that connection alone is PRICELESS. During the course of the 9 weeks of training my daughters acting skills grew in leaps and bounds. Adrian R'Mante and his wonderful staff have perfected the process with training for Commercials, Sitcom TV, Drama TV, Film and Theater. They will teach your child the proper steps to "nail" an audition and as an added bonus, turn out a more confidant individual. They are the "real deal". If your child has acting in their blood, then you should hope and wish and pray that they make the cut and get accepted into Celebrity Actors Camp.
It could save you years of beating your head against the wall to get introduced to the right people. Please check out the recent press releases on a few of our campers successes and also we have just had one of our campers book a series regular role on a DISNEY Channel TV show....I encourage you to do research before believing Marilyn's slander. Google search: Leah Lewis "Madison High" She is posted on our website under"Success Story." It is sad that one lady is trying to defame 3 years of hard work and SUCCESS!!
http://www.prweb.com/releases/2011/02/prweb5107474.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2011/5/prweb8456674.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2011/03/prweb5159314.htm http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/g/a/2011/04/22/prweb5270834.DTL
We,also, scholarship under privileged kids, kids with disabilities or terminal illnesses to give them an experience they would normally never get... http://www.prweb.com/releases/2010/10/prweb4713904.htm

#8 Consumer Comment
Celebrity Actors Camp not associated with Disney! watch channel 9 news video below.
AUTHOR: Marilyn - (USA)
SUBMITTED: Friday, July 29, 2011
We have dealt with Celebrity Actors Camp legally and contacted the media and the BBB about this camp. The BBB is investigating and the media has already done an investigation as you can see on the link below. Celebrity Actors Camp has said
in their ads that a Disney director is looking for kids to be in commercials and t.v, that sounds like a Disney auditon not some camp! thats false advertisment!
parents save your time and money and your childrens dreams from being crush as my little sister's dreams were crushed. to think that some of her favorite Disney stars were in it for the money broke her heart. Celebrity Actors Camp charge thousands
of dollars to enroll in a camp program when all your child really needs is acting classes wich will just cost you about a couple of hundreds not thousands like this camp! and a good agent that will actually get you a Disney audition not some scam camp! parents remember it's your childs talent and hard work that will get him/her big not some fancy sounding camp that will take all the credit!
here is the link of channel 9 news investigation on CAC copy and paste http://www.wftv.com/video/28626380/index.html

#7 Consumer Comment
Not a scam or ripoff
AUTHOR: Homeowner - (U.S.A.)
SUBMITTED: Saturday, July 16, 2011
Adrian R'Mante's Celebrity Actors Camp is an amazing camp for kids. Adrian and the other celebrities truely love working with these children. Before attending camp my son had no self confidence and he usually quit everything he started. After attending Celebrity Actors Camp he not only became very self confident but also found his true talent and calling. Adrian and the others provided my son with the tools that he needs to become successful as an actor. I am very thankful to Adrian and his camp. It was worth every dime I spent.

#6 Author of original report
Lovey Dovey
AUTHOR: Never again - (U.S.A.)
SUBMITTED: Monday, June 13, 2011
As I stated in my original post, I did not fall for the scam. All the rebuttals which breathlessly speak of how well they were treated etc. well, what did you expect? You are giving them tons of money! These people were all lovey dovey to us as well right up to the very second that I told them we couldn't afford this and asked if there were scholarships! If they just "loved" my daughter, it wouldn't hurt to ask right? After all they got us in there under false pretenses. There's no way around that one folks. They promised "auditions" and then failed to deliver. My daughter didn't do an audition, because there was no job to audition for. She did do a little ditty for an actor, but he wasn't in a position to give her a job, now was he? This was all a ruse to get my kid to whine and beg until I coughed up the money for an expensive and certainly NOT all-inclusive camping trip featuring unknown (to me) actors. That's all it was.
One more thing. I wouldn't dream of paying thousands of dollars so that my child could impress the dentist and his helpers! Are you kidding me? My dentist is very well paid for his services, he's an employee, sub-contractor, whatever! What do I care what he thinks about my duaghter? As for being more assertive and all that, what are the parents doing that they need others to teach their children social skills? I'm just sayin'!
I did use this experience as a general teaching moment for my child. I told her that there are adults around her who have ulterior motives. I explained that this was a scam, and told her what the red flags were, just in case she comes across this again. I told her that bunko artists are the nicest people in the world, until you refuse to go along with the fleecing. Otherwise how would they be able to get you to give them what they want? I reminded her that in NO WAY did she deserve the treatment she got from Actor's Camp personnel. I told her that it wasn't anything to do with her personally, that these people only rejected her because *I* didn't have the money.
That woman "Z" who x'd out my daughter's paperwork with a FLOURISH right in front of her? You can go straight to Hades, you wicked woman. I advised my daughter that this kind of anti-social behavior, designed to hurt others (especially children) will not be tolerated in my house! That kind of deliberate cruelty is uncalled for. Call me a drama queen, but when it comes to protecting my daughter from predators whose only interest in her is what they can get from *me*, I can get a little tiny bit nasty myself.
This is my own OPINION! It is based solely on my personal experience with these people, as far as it went. Others have their own OPINION and that's fine. I put this up just in case other non-signing, non-paying parents have looked into their child's tear stained face and had to explain this whole Actor's Camp to them.

#5 Consumer Comment
Warning!!! CAC preys off of star struck children and families!!!
AUTHOR: Xena - (United States of America)
SUBMITTED: Sunday, June 12, 2011
Nothing about an acting camp that he was aware of. Its about 1 hour from my house so I though if anything else she would get to see the SPECIAL GUEST star and have some fun while in Orlando. While my daughter has taken acting classes in the past I understand that they do have to audition for a non-entry level acting class typically. (same goes for ballet and other classes that were available) I expected this because I thought there is no way they will take any random child no matter how much raw talent they have to become hired without any acting type of classes. And I also figured that it would most likely cost something. But how much?
Well level four is 5900. But do I need level four?When we arrived at the "2nd stage" of the audition process we were interviewed in a very loud crowded Ballroom so hearing everything said perfectly was near impossible. Not to mention the fast talk of the interviewer to go along with it. Well I am sure you can imagine. But what I gathered is that they really wanted people to take at least the level three or four which ranges from 4-6k give to take a 100 bucks. We then took our pamphlet and went ahead and let our child have her audition that she practiced all week which was conducted alone with Mr. Moseby from "The Suite Life of Zack and Cody" and "The Suite Life on Deck" Phill Lewis. So that alone was worth at least the hotel cost because she received one on one time. She had a lot of fun this weekend.
However this seems more like a scam because they lure you in with FALSE RADIO ADS. (Do they really need to lie?) and then while I was waiting to be interviewed I went on my iPhone going onto the website looking for prices. When we went through almost the entire process THEN we finally got the price. Why isn't the information on the website? Why is the CAC calendar blank if there is classes in July?
Overall the entire informational process was very vague. (what is there to hide?) I still don't know if they want her to travel to LA or not for the classes. Is the airfare or head shots included in all the prices? The pamphlet is also vague. All levels say they will meet with a Casting Director and have an Agent Showcase. But I found a post of someone saying they took the classes and didn't get that. That only the level fours got those things. Is there a lie in there somewhere also? This person on yahoo answers states:
Hilary up there, is actually cassie lynne corsaro(find her on facebook), she works for adrian r'mante celebrity actors camp, she is the coordinating director, she organizes the funs days and stuff like that so she has to says what she says or else she'll get fired, but she wouldnt want that cause adrian pays big. but i would say go with the level 4 package. thats the closest you'll get to get an agent. I went to the weekend camps, and the summer camp and I didnt even get an agent. oh btw dont go to the summer camp, its not worth the $3500 which doesnt include housing, food, or the tickets for fundays. they dont even serve lunch during camp, you have to bring it yourself or get your parents to drop it off for you, its unorganized, the studio is tiny and filthy, the end showcase is held at the tinyiest theater i've ever seen and theres no stage, there was a perfect stage for the showcase at the same location but they said they couldnt afford it. wtf? anyway its "the elephant theatre company. Back to before, the weekend camps, dont get you agents, they just come here for show and just to check it out, nobody from my weekend camp got an agent or even get considered by one, and they're all really talented.the weekend camp is basically leading up to the audition for adrian for his summer camp. not everyone got to audition for some agents, for our camp, adrian brought in other CD and agents for just the level 4s.
Source(s):
myself if you want to know more, i can talk to you personally. please trust me, i want you to know the truth, i thinks it fair, even though nobody told me.
So unless I buy the level four package my kid doesn't really get seen by anyone? Isn't that what parents are paying for? so its 6k plus at least 100 bucks a week for a furnished place with everything included. but that's 2100 dollars.
So for the entire experience its 8k? Not counting food or gas. Wow really? And that still doesn't mean the cost of a flight and car rental is included. Last time I checked the car rental rates per week is about 250.. And I have heard recently you can get a flight for under 400. for at least 2 people to go that's double! So far if flights are not included that's 9,550. Still not counting gas or food. If we didn't fly it would be around 300 to drive gas one way.
You're still talking 8600. If you're loaded and have money to burn.. and really want your child to have a summer acting class with celebrities for about 10k go for it. But really I am expecting that phone call tomorrow. Because we look like we could afford it. Imagine if I had two or more kids going? 20k acting classes for the summer?
I am a house wife. So I don't work. So I have time to do this. But what if I didn't? I lose work too? That can cost thousands more. I have no idea what these people are thinking. maybe 1% of parents have enough to do it. What if a family is scrapping to get the money together. Giving up college funds and savings for important things. For a lovely summer with some celebrities? I looked all over the internet searching for scam alerts.
Only really finding a couple. And some talk about stuff that happened back before 2009. And also the most discouraging thing I find is the same success stories being used to dispute negative posts like the one I am about to post. All stories on their website. All being disputed by the same people over and over. Here is a hint while reading someone nice being said. Does it have the same name at the end of the posts over and over? <random name> Fontana. Fontana is a town in California. I've been there. And its not a very nice place. Its average at best. AUTHOR: AnnieB - Miami I saw over and over. Someone from Spokane, WA.
Cassie Corsaro
Co-Ordinating Director
Celebrity Actors Camp
cassiecorsarowithcac@yahoo.com
Cassie seems to be a real tool. She consistently calls anyone saying negative things EVIL. How is being cautious being evil? I would say if anything you are the EVIL one. And all celebrities associated with this scam. Whats wrong with you lady? Cassie I know your going to read this because you C**k Block every negative thing said. It also appears you have things removed from websites as well and then spamming in its place all the success stories you have.
Which is about a dozen at best. You would think after doing this for at least 3 years you could have more than a dozen success stories? This means to me that not even 1% of children get discovered through your talent school. (about the same rate of CHANCE would be) Does that seem worth 10k to anyone? Also Cassie. and Anyone else reading this. NO REAL COMPANY USES YAHOO MAIL FOR A BUSINESS E-MAIL ACCOUNT.
Anyone trying to sell you something online at all. If they are using a free e-mail provider they are a scam. Also on the official web site under contact info all there is, is a phone number. Anyone can make that website. Including my husband who is a web designer/developer. That doesn't make it legit. and what do I see? NO ADDRESS OF THE COMPANY TO SEND SNAIL MAIL TO. and yet another yahoo mail account. WHAT? Yes!! Just another yahoo mail account.
You are ripping people off making 300k in 3 weeks and you can't even get a real e-mail account? Look yourself everyone!!! The e-mail is celebrityactingcamp@yahoo.com . If anyone has bought this summer camp and they don't feel like they got their monies worth you really need to report it to the Better Business Bureau. Something has to be done to inform the general public of this. It should be stopped or at least changed how business is being conducted. I find it very unprofessional. And who wants to pay 10k for 3 weeks with people who are so unprofessional? If you want your child to have fun at a summer acting camp there are camps that are under 3k and that INCLUDES food, room and board..
And many have celebrities that also show up. Also if you feel you must use this one. I would go for the one under 2k and plan on spending money to fly/car rental or drive there. Plus food and gas. that cuts it at least in 1/2 to about 5k. Don't blow savings on this!!! As I stated before do you really think your child is going to be the >1% who gets discovered? Why can't that happen with another acting summer school where you also get to meet celebrities and agents? DON'T SPEND COLLEGE FUNDS ON THIS!! Save the money for college!! These people are just preying on children and families dreams to become stars.
If you do want to spend some money on this Don't expect anything more than your child to meet celebrities and have a memorable summer. And the celebrities who are allowing themselves to be associated with CAC you should really reconsider.. Your going to destroy your reputation like Adrian R'Mante. Is that what you want? And if you are knowingly enabling these horrible things to be happening to these families is that what you would have wanted? And for the families who have already blown college funds and life savings on this and haven't made your money back. It is time to speak now. If you don't you are just as bad as the people who are scamming if not worse because you know whats happening and you're doing nothing to stop it. You're being a BYSTANDER.
I choose to lead through example!!! As should all the GOOD people in this world!!! Don't be another victim!!! Research everything!!! Also if they wont take checks, money orders or credit cards to hide a paper trail.. This is also a good indicator it is a scam. I am starting to wonder if this is a legit business at all!!! Everyone I would like to advise you to remember. In the end it wont matter how much money you have or your status. Your GOOD actions and the LOVE you put out is all that will matter when you die. I hope you know that Cassie... It seems you have sold your soul. You and everyone else who knows this is happening and you do NOTHING to help stop it!!! Including you celebrities who are enabling this to continue. Do the right thing!!!
Peace and Love,
Geeta

#4 Consumer Comment
Recent graduate of Celebrity Actors Camp
AUTHOR: CAC - (United States of America)
SUBMITTED: Tuesday, April 12, 2011
I have had the distinct pleasure of working with Adrian R'Mante and his talented staff at the Celebrity Actors Camp. Adrian's camp travels around the United States working with youth who aspire to break into the acting world. Adrian provides classes for all different genres in the television industry: sit-com, drama, commercials, to name a few. He also expands his efforts into interviewing/auditioning techniques and the difficult task of marketing oneself in show business.
The camp makes an appearance in a city and advertises its presence on radio programs. The ads very clearly state that children between the ages of 6 and 19 can have an opportunity to learn how to break into the television industry. He makes no promises that it is a gateway to success, or that graduates of the camp will make automatically make it big. When the children audition for the camp staff they are told right off the bat that to make it big in the television industry hard work and a lot of rejection may be encountered, but if you really want it, keep trying. If you are right for the work, the work just might be waiting for you somewhere.
You are promised that your child will be taught skills that it requires to be successful in show business, that they will be treated as a member of an extended family, and, of course, that they will have a terrific time.
I sent my daughter to Adrian's Celebrity Actor's camp in Spokane, WA recently. I have to admit, I was skeptical initially about spending a good deal of money on a camp. We don't have a lot to spare right now. I actually investigated the camp online quite extensively prior to agreeing to sign my daughter up. I found quite a few things about Adrian and his camp online. Most was positive, but some was negative. I asked myself, "Where are the negative comments coming from?" Anything negative appeared to be no one who had attended the camp, had a child attend the camp, or knew Adrian personally. All the positive comments came from people who had experienced the camp, paid to have their child experience it, or knew Adrian for some time. "Besides," I told myself, "why would all of these wholesome Disney stars, casting directors, and talent agents associate themselves with something that's bad?" So, I took the chance and paid for the most expensive package that I could for my very excited daughter.
WOW!!! Am I glad that I did! From the first moment of the camp, I was impressed with the level of energy that was exhibited by the celebrities. The mood was electric. My daughter picked up on that and became electric. It just steam rolled from there. As the classes went on, she became more and more confident in herself, more poised, and completely excited about what was to come next. We spent 5 weekends hauling her to the camp and were so terribly disappointed when it ended. We all wished that it went on for much longer. It was AMAZING!!! She learned so very much.
I can honestly say that my little 10-year old girl went in and made the most of this opportunity. I have watched her develop a passion for acting, watched her work EXTREMELY hard to complete the assignments given to her regarding memorizing lines and practicing techniques, and become an incredibly confident young lady. This coming from my sweet little girl who was interested in only collecting new friends at all other activities she participated in. She became serious about her future. WOW!
The camp was run smoothly with little or no snafus. I found if I felt I was "mis" or "un" informed, it was because I didn't read something carefully as opposed to it not being provided to me.
The kicker is....it hasn't really ended. Adrian is very busy with his own acting career, his business, and life. However, I have since communicated with him regarding questions that I may have regarding procuring an agency to represent her, pictures that need to be taken, expenses that might be unnecessary, etc. He has ALWAYS returned my messages and usually with 24 hours. I almost feel like we're the only ones out there that he's dealing with. However, I know we're one of many. He makes us feel that way by caring and taking pride in his students success after they finish his camp.
The money that we spent was WELL WORTH IT!! And the services that the Celebrity Actor's Camp provides are ongoing, as far as I can tell they will continue to be provided in perpetuity.
Thank you, Adrian and Celebrity Actors Camp! We are proud to be associated with you! Here's to a successful business and opportunity for my daughter!!

#3 UPDATE Employee
The FACTS
AUTHOR: CAC - (United States of America)
SUBMITTED: Friday, March 25, 2011
To those of you who have read the evil and mean hearted blog above, please know that she has never participated in the camp. She has no foundation to make such negative comments about a company she has never attended or know anything about. I will not try to defend or write a rebuttal to person who has no merit from which she speaks but I will let our families who have ACTUALLY participated in the camp speak for us. Please read a few of many testimonials from actual campers and parents that have attended the camp. Also, read about the opportunities they received within the camp from agents, real auditions, jobs they booked and the Disney and Nickelodeon celebrities that trained them. Our families will speak for us:
You are both truly wonderful people and your program is outstanding. To think that in eight weeks you may have shaped Isabella's whole future. I am forever grateful. If you ever need anyone to write a testimonial about the outstanding awesomeness of your camp, please just let me know. Also to update you on things happening here. Monday at 12:14 p.m. I received a call from The Green Talent Agency here in Miami and Isabella has an appointment scheduled for an interview on Monday, February 21, 2011.
Then last night at around 8:00 p.m. Lauren from The Green Talent Agency emailed a script for Isabella to memorize. This Thursday they want to tape her reading for the role of "Raquel" in a new pilot from Fox called Little in Common. Even without having done her interview! Wow, this is all going so fast it seems a bit surreal.
Thanks for everything,
Annie And Isa
CAC,
I wanted to share with you about the extremely positive impact your camp has had on my familys life. When my son, Brooklyn, was invited to join I had no idea what to expect. My wife and I were just parents who wanted to support the dream of our child and knew little about the industry or how to make the best path for our son. We had tried submitting him to an agent here or there before, but never had any response. Brooklyn is such a high energy young child that I feared he would not be able to pay attention long enough to really benefit from each of the workshops offered. My wife and I are truly appreciative to have been able to sit in and take notes for our son since he could not do so himself. It was amazing to see the rapid growth of not only our son, but also every child that was a part of the camp. It became very clear that this was the place for our son to learn about his passion and upgrading to level 4 was an obvious choice. After submitting Brooklyn to the agents on your list the way you instructed, the amount of agents who contacted us about Brooklyn was surprising and the numbers are still rising! He now has multiple legitimate agents that didnt charge him anything upfront and is auditioning for commercials and print work regularly. Then something else incredible happened, I used the same tips you gave out at the camp and went on a few auditions of my own. I ended up booking several roles in independent movies and I have recently been casted for another! My son and I are proof that what you are doing works! I know in my heart that your camp will continue to grow and offer great opportunities for those who are passionate about their art! You have created a beautiful program and I am truly thankful for all the hard work you and your staff put forth.
Sincerely,
Robert Willard
James sterling
Fontana, CA
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Tested for a lead character in a new series for Disney! My son Nick has taken two workshops with Adrian R'Mante. He has grown so much as an actor and that is due to the fabulous teaching of Adrian. Adrian really has a knack for understanding kids and helping them really be in touch with themselves. Nick has thoroughly enjoyed every minute of class!! I also wanted to acknowledge the man behind the scene, Tim Sharpe. He is really the unsung hero and I just wanted to say thank you for being so gracious and helpful to us.
Nick has gone out on some amazing auditions for lead roles in feature films since taking Adrian's camp.
He has grown so much as an actor and that is due to the fabulous teaching of Adrian. Adrian really has a knack for understanding kids and helping them really be in touch with themselves. Nick just booked the new Ron Howard project,Parenthood and a new MTV series and movie starring opposite David Duchovny, which shoots in New Mexico thanks to The Celebrity Actors Camp!! Thanks Adrian and celebrities for EVERYTHING!!
- Samya LoBue
Hi Adrian, Tim, Phil, Sandra and the rest of the gang...
Thanks to all of you for giving Ashleigh and I a wonderful summer with CAC in LA. I know there must be a lot of hard work and organization that goes on behind the scenes to make this work As well, managing and giving your time to 50 kids of varying ages, day to day couldn't be an easy task. Sort of like the 1 room school of old. You are to be commended. Ashleigh has learned a lot about acting and picked up some life skills. I have noticed her to be more composed with greater confidence and self esteem when speaking with adults. She seems pleased with how her scene went last night and it is nice to see her more at ease on stage. We were unsure of how our summer would turn out but it has exceeded our expectations. We are grateful for the opportunity Adrian created for us to come. It became a summer not to be forgotten. Thanks for the memories and we hope to see you all again. We wish you all the best in your lives ahead.
-Patricia
Dear Tim, Adrian , and Chester ,
If I told you the ATL Celebrity Actors Camp was a huge success it would be an understatement. The 3 day workshop provided the talent an amazing opportunity from which to learn, grow, and refine their talent. It was amazing to see the change these kids made in 3 short days. The respect, teaching, and care you offer the students with this program truly transformed many of the participants. The results were visibly evident Sunday afternoon when you met with us, the parents. Not only at my house did I hear,this is the best thing Ive ever done, Im learning so much, I dont want to leave, I wish I could do this again, it was also the majority consensus among other parents, as we talked with one another ( as parents do), and the same sentiments were being echoed and displayed by their children.
Warmest Regards,
Vickie E.
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Fontana, CA
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This Press Release alone proves that Shannon from Nashville is incorrect with her hateful, angry and unwarranted blog.
I always wanted to break into the acting business and be on television but Celebrity Actors Camp actually helped make my dream possible."
Miami, FL (PRWEB) February 25, 2011
Susana Hoyos, a local teen from Celebrity Actors Camp in Miami, has just been cast to star in Nickelodeon Latin Americas Grachi, the networks new live-action television program for teens and her television debut. Shot in Miami, the comedy series follows Grachi, a young girl who must learn to use her new found magical powers all while coping with her school, boys and just growing up. Grachi will be produced in Spanish and will be released in Latin America this spring. Susana Hoyos and her show, Grachi will also be distributed in the United States, Latin America and Europe.
Hoyos, who recently attended Phill Lewis and Adrian R'Mantes Celebrity Actors Camp in Miami and is represented by Lauren Greene from the Green Agency, credits her acting debut to her recent camp experience and training.I always wanted to break into the acting business and be on television, said Hoyos,but Celebrity Actors Camp actually helped make my dream possible.
If done correctly, acting camps can provide both professional and personal growth opportunities for young children and teenagers. The experience of individualized camp structure and emphasis on commercials, television and film gives attendees greater understanding of acting and the multi-faceted opportunities that accompany the experience including increased confidence in acting abilities and pride in accomplishments.
Adrian R'Mante, who can currently be seen on the Disney Channel and Saturday mornings on ABC playing the role of Esteban on the hit television series The Suite Life of Zack and Cody, offers a six week celebrity acting camp taught by celebrities in cities across the United States and Canada.
I dont think it should be that hard for kids and teenagers to follow their dream of acting. They just need training, confidence, true knowledge of the business and a few tricks to break into the Hollywood, says R'Mante.Its one thing to teach acting but its another thing to actually live in Hollywood and make a living as a professional actor on television. We want to pass this knowledge on the next generation of young actors and their parents.
Graduates of Celebrity Actors Camp have appeared in hits including NBCs Parenthood, Alice in Wonderland with Johnny Depp, and Modern Family to name a few.
James sterling
Fontana, CA
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Jillian Sampley
Update: Has now done 12 Burger King commercials
Because of Adrian R'Mante great teaching and other celebrities, my daughters confidence has exploded!
Jillian has recently booked two more Burger King spots that will be aring at the Teen Choice Awards.
Sampley family :)
You know what's really cool? I just had a moment. LIKE A REAL emotional moment. It really struck me how everything happens for a reason. Fate is SO overwhelming. I was thinking how lucky I was to take a chance and stumble accross your camp. I WAS SO LUCKY to experience what I did this last summer. And now I am taking it to the next level. I am currently CAST in an independent FILM. I am also working on attending a University (currently at comm college) by next fall or spring. I am so overwhelmed at how lucky I got- with everything. And I say lucky because I don't believe I deserve this life. I don't think I worked HARD ENOUGH for my life. What have I done to be so lucky- to fall head over heals for the performing arts? It's like "how dare I" you know? How dare my life be great when so many others have it worse? What about the kids who never had an outlet like theatre and live in shambles? It's hard for me to accept my fortunes but it's not hard for me to appreciate those who helped me along the way. Thank you so much Adrian. Thank you for being real and truthful with me. Thank you for being a great teacher. You ARE someone who deserves the best. If you're human, and I know you are, you have doubts. I want to remind you to keep going strong. When I think of camp and how you and Sandra personally helped me, it makes me feel SO greatful. Wishing you the best of luck this year.
PS Hug Sandra for me.
Rosie
James sterling
Fontana, CA
I want to thank you personally for everything you have done for Josh. He appreciates you so much. He now has an agent and we have been going out on auditions everyday it seems like. I know he would be no where with out your camp. Honestly I can say a job well done. You and your crew have inspired him so much, and as a mother I cannot believe this is going to be his career. I never dreamed of having a son in this business because I know how hard it is. It brings me tears of joy to know I am doing the right thing, and supporting him in each and every way I can. please spread the word for I am very great full for you and your team. You guys work well together and get things done. I love the fact that you are responsible, and organized, because other companies out there cannot compare to you at all. Thanks so much for everything, and lets keep in touch. Lunch one day? Tell Sandra hello for me, and we will miss you guys so much, and I cannot wait until pilot camp. Hopefully something good happens. Keep your fingers crossed. Thanks so much for everything again. God Bless.
Sue
I was wondering if you have sent the feedback emails yet and I didn't get it? I was also wondering if there was any way that I could get a list of Hollywood agents, is that something you would have available, i wasn't sure. Also, I truly want Adrian to know that I was so taken by his honesty and enthusiasm with the kids and parents. He is "real" person who wants to pass his knowledge on to others so they can learn from his experience. My daughter has gained so much from her camp experience and I can truly say that she is not as shy and quiet as she was before. She beamed everytime I picked her up at the end of the day and I saw a mature, assertive side of her that I never knew existed! I can't thank Adrian and everyone enough for making us feel so empowered.
Warmest regards,
Karen
CAC Family,
Hannah has actually used what she has learned from camp in her everyday life. She had a Doctors appointment with a new Dr. When he came into the room he asked Hannah how she was doing, Hannah responded with..."I'm fine thanks. How are you?" This caught the Dr. off guard, he stopped, responded that he was fine and asked her how old she was. When she told him, he asked her if she was sure she was only 7. Throughout the appointment, he spoke directly with her, as though I was not even there. At the end off the appointment he went to leave. She told him.. " thank you, have a nice day". Again he was caught off guard, and he had Hannah go with him and he introduced her to another Dr. and Hannah responded the same way. Hannah left the office with the 2 Drs. and a nurse impressed with her. It was funny to see. Hannah did not even realize what she had done. When I mentioned it to her, she told me Adrian told her to be polite and nice!!!

#2 Consumer Comment
Celebrity Actors Camp changed our lives
AUTHOR: AnnieB - (United States of America)
SUBMITTED: Monday, February 14, 2011
I was actually on this site researching a different company when I ran across the negative comment posted about the Celebrity Actor's Camp and although I've never done this before I felt compelled to defend the Camp's good name.
My daughter recently completed the program in Miami, Florida and I must say, the program has changed our lives. Within 24 hours of completing the program she had been accepted by a Talent agency. Within 48 hours of completing the program she received her first audition- a taped read for a new Fox Pilot. Her next audition is this Thursday for a clothing store commercial and I am hoping the roller coaster ride does not stop anytime soon.
The Celebrity Actors Camp program consists of 8-10 all day acting workshops that take place on the weekends over the course of 8-9 weeks. Yes, it is expensive, HOWEVER, that being said when you break it down week by week, you get what you pay for. Where else can you find acting classes tailored to children being taught by actual working actors. Phill Lewis flew into Miami the same day he had been filming on "Raising Hope". You want acting classes taught by a nobody who's career never made it anywhere you can find them starting from $299.00. You want a class taught by working actors who are also caring individuals, who genuinely want to "fast track" your child's career, then Celebrity Actor's Camp is the way to go.
I mean, the casting director from Nickelodeon studios in Hollywood California actually knows my daughter's name, just that connection alone is PRICELESS.
During the course of the 9 weeks of training my daughters acting skills grew in leaps and bounds. Adrian R'Mante and his wonderful staff have perfected the process with training for Commercials, Sitcom TV, Drama TV, Film and Theater. They will teach your child the proper steps to "nail" an audition and as an added bonus, turn out a more confidant individual.
They are the "real deal". If your child has acting in their blood, then you should hope and wish and pray that they make the cut and get accepted into Celebrity Actors Camp. It could save you years of beating your head against the wall to get introduced to the right people.

#1 Consumer Comment
Been there, its AMAZING!
AUTHOR: Rebecca - (United States of America)
SUBMITTED: Friday, January 28, 2011
As I read this report, I can appreciate the concern and recommendations. When I heard this ad on the radio I thought "what the heck might as well". I took all 3 of my children to this audition. My 13 year old was called back and has always been told about her amazing acting abilities and personality. They were very interested in her but they do not open this to everyone. They interviewed around 1200 kids and only around 40 attended and only a handful took the full advantage of doing the entire program. My husband and I are VERY skeptical and have found many scams. Do to the cost, we went back 3 different times before making a decision and really drilled them about what they were claiming to offer the kids. We had a lot of concerns that the classes were being taught by different people and that the actors simply made guest appearances which (ALL CLASSES WERE TAUGHT BY EXPERIENCED AND WELL KNOWN ACTORS) We were also concerned about who they were bringing in as casting directors and agents. We looked at the different packages being offered and it didn't make any sense to only do the base. We decided to go with the highest tier and it was expensive and worth EVERY penny. My daughter has taken and been exposed to many different training opportunities and this by far exceeded our expectations and any of the training she has received. It was a decision that we didn't make lightly and due to the cost we did a lot of research.
I can't say enough wonderful things about the program and opportunities that this has presented her with. I figured that they would bring in a cheapo photographer but he was absolutely amazing. He shoots for Hollywood his website ishttp://matthewmitchellphoto.comHe took around 300 shots of my daughter and there were only a handful that weren't usable. He gave all of them to me as soon as the shoot was over on a thumb drive.
At the end of the camp, they were able to audition in front of 2 casting directors; Larry Lafond (casting director from Nickelodeon) and TinaThorup (casting director out of Utah who has done a lot of movies including all of the High School Musicals) along with 3 different talent agencies (and Adrian R' Mante of course). There are a select few that are offered the opportunity to come down to LA and work directly with these actors for the summer camp, here are a list of actors & producers that they will be working with:
- Lisa London (The Suite Life of Zack and Cody,Hannah Montanaand who discovered Miley Cyrus, Ashley Tisdale, Jason Earles and Yours Truly Adrian R'Mante),
- Dana Gergely and Brandi Brice (The Suite Life on Deck,Jack and Janet Saves the Planet),
- Joey Paul Jensen (Cory in the House,Even Stevensand she just cast
- Adrian RMante in a recent movie Underground),
- Mary Kate (set coach onThe Suite Life on Deck),
- Adam Tait (set coach for Nickelodeon) and MUCH MORE!!
- Matthew Timmons (Woody fromThe Suite Life on Deck)
- David DeLuise (Wizards of Waverley Place)
- Cameron Goodman (Sharpays Fabulous Adventureand MTV'sWild N' Out)
- Tanya Chisholm (Big Time RushandHigh School Musical 2)
- Chester See (Disney 365)
- Julie Sagalowski (Executive producer of a new Disney Channel series)
There were only a couple of people chosen from the camps to attend the summer program. It is less expensive than the camp here in original cam and if you are selected for the pilot season it is very minimal cost (in comparison). If you think about it, the costs are much higher to pay for the accomidations, fly in all of the actors/directors/photographers etc. The summer camp is really intense. The kids are working from 10-5 everyday except wed. and then they take them out and have fun. Oakwood (where we will be staying) also has many after class activities and is working with Adrian & Sandra to help make it more affordable for the families. We are so excited!
Also, I have NEVER experienced any rudeness and called several times to Adrian's wife (she gives out her cell phone) and she has always answered any questions or concerns that I have had.
Also, I have read a lot of info on some of these comments that are completely inaccurate. If you go to their website,http://celebrityactorscamp.com you can read bio's of the actors and a breakdown of everything that they do.


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