Our 9 year old Rachel had been searching to find her identity for many years. Our beautiful 14 year old daughter Allison is
brilliant and has always risen to the top of her class academically. Since 3rd grade, Allison has always been comfortable knowing
that she is inevitably going to be the academic star of each classroom she enters. Rachel’s intellectual abilities have always been clear as well, but she has a much more creative spirit and no desire to rise to the top of her academic realm. She has sought various skillsets for years, seeking to find her identity other than living in her big sister’s shadow. She has always loved dancing and acting and has played multiple star roles in church and plays. Yet we never knew that she might have the chance to elevate her love of acting to a whole new realm that would redefine her until just a
month ago.

Crystalizing moments are rare but so exciting to experience…you were the source of one of those moments on January 7, 2012. Here’s the background of our story. Never having had any acting classes or coaching, I randomly decided to surprise Rachel with an open casting call with Disney’s Phill Lewis being advertised on our local radio station four months ago. I skeptically made the appointment, thinking how crazy it was to think that Rachel could ever be good enough to even meet, much less train and work, with any of Disney stars. I was so skeptical that I didn’t even tell Rachel about the audition until the night before. We were just going so that she could have the exposure of speaking in front of someone in the entertainment industry….a bucket list check-off item. Swarmed with a sea of over a thousand people in a Nashville hotel – all parents hoping their children would be the next rising star – we sat and patiently waited our turn for Rachel’s 30-second audition. Thirty-six hours later I received a phone call from LA, and Rachel was one of the forty who had been selected to attend your Nashville Celebrity Actors Camp (CAC). My husband and I were stunned! Was this really happening?
Rachel eagerly studied and trained with you and your team as a Level 4 in CAC for the next 8 weeks. She diligently kept up with her homework and thoroughly enjoyed her time with you and the other actors who flew in from LA to train the kids. Weekend after weekend, your team flew in to teach the students audition techniques, monologues, commercials, stage combat and improv skills; showing them the ropes of character studies, TV, sitcom, theater, scene study, cold reading and film. Rachel was blossoming with confidence and maturing right in front of our eyes.

So, back to that crystallizing moment… The first time I saw Rachel perform her film scene with another actress was at your beckon, in that meeting room the day before her showcase. I am a woman of many words. At the end of that scene, I was speechless. The proud look on your face and your smile of affirmation changed us as you said, “Wow. See, I told you, Rachel is very talented. She has that star quality I look for.” At that moment, I realized that we had not just signed Rachel up for her first acting lessons…instead, we had just given her the ticket to the beginning of her real talent – her new life of acting. I could hardly believe the revelation. Just 24 hours later, your LA agent affirmed Rachel’s talent, and the Nashville agent who saw her performance confirmed her talent and invited her to meet that night. Just 18 hours later she became Rachel’s agent. Rachel then received an additional offer to sign just two days later with the third agent who saw her audition. We then received the exclusive invitation to your Hollywood camp. We hope that one day we will have the means to attend. Since signing with her agent last month, Rachel has been on three auditions and already landed a commercial and photo shoot for a national Public Service Announcement, and her agent continues to submit her to a variety of opportunities! What an exciting time this has been!

Thank you for opening up a whole new world to our 9 year old, giving her a whole new identity and confidence to control her destiny. You have a natural loving teaching spirit. Coupled with your love of children and a crystal clear drive to one day win an Oscar (which you will do), I am grateful to know you. You respect your students’ parents and convey an intelligent overview of the entertainment industry that honestly explains the hard work and commitment required to be a successful working actor. You command respect from your acting students, making the audience keep respectfully silent when students are performing. You do not offer fake compliments or false encouragement. You kindly offer constructive criticism to grow your students to the next level, while affirming their strengths and encouraging them to apply their newly acquired skills over and over again. You have given us such a gift of education! Thank you so much.

We’re blessed to know you and appreciate your ongoing support of our rising star! Hoping to see you one day soon in LA…

Love,

Elizabeth W. Baldwin

Hi Adrian,I'm Cheryl,Naivell Steib's mother and I would like to express heart felt thanks,and appreciation to you for allowing Naivell to audition on yesterday.You cannot began to imagine the admiration,love and respect Naivell have for you.You are a great inspiration in my son's life and I can not express enough thankfulness to you.I worry that perhaps Naivell bother you too much when he send you a message here on face book,and it really blows my mind that you take personal time out to respond to his messages.You are a blessing. Simply a God sent mentor,inspirator, and friend to my son.God bless you Adrian,and thank you so much for the motivation,and inspiration you bestow in Naivell's life.Thank you for being his friend.Thank you for being You!!!

Cheryl Steib

Hey Adrian! Gosh I don't know how to tell you how you've changed my life. My parents and everyone i know can see the change in me. Confidence is something i struggled with for so long and no one could crack it, but you did. Acting is something i always wanted to do but never believed i could. I look up to you so much, and you realy are like my acting dad. You loved and treated me like your own, and someday i would love to give back. I dont know how i would, but for now I love you guys and thankyou so much! Missing you already and cant wait to see you again in November ♥ I'll be there with homemade bread :p and I also wanted to tell you, I met Ms. Drayer, executive producer for The Suite Life today. :)

Sierra Lynne Mills

Hello my very special person, my teacher, my family, my idol. I want to thank you for all your patience with me and all what you did for me. I miss u dearly there is no words to describe how fortunate I'm to be your star. I want to thank you million times for choosing me and believing in me. LA camp was the best experience for me. The only thing is that 3 weeks flue so fast. Ur the most amazing person. I don't know how many times to thank you and Sandra for what you do for all of us. Your program is the best ever by giving all these kids the biggest opportunity in there lives. Thank you for loving me and choosing me and believing in me. I hope my gift will always remind you of me and the summer in LA 2011. Love u and Sandra from the bottom of my heart. Adrien Haley cry all the way to the airport. Soon Ur in Miami give me a call I would like to spent time with you and Sandra. Love and kisses from Ur Haley!!!!

Haley Magalnik

"Hey adrian i just wanted to say Thank you so much for the opportunity(ithink thats how you spell it) to come down to LA nd participate in your summer camp it was the greastest three weeks in my lifee ill catch you later Byee oh nd your the best teacher ive ever had, i lovee you man ♥ :D"

Tyreek Rodrigues

Hey Adrian, Thank you so much for all you have done once again for all our kid's. You are such an amazing person and God has blessed you with such an amazing talent for working with these kid's.You are such a positive role model and you make everyone excited about doing this. Thank you for giving Kennedi the chance to make lasting memories and friend's for life, she will NEVER forget this time she has had here with you FOREVER!! We all love you and Sandra and Virgil so much. Thank's again!!!!!

Jessica Hollis Walz

"Thank you SO much or everything you've done for me. I'm going to miss you like crazy !! I can't wait to see you in November at Nashville. I'll keep in touch for sure. You've given me a world of confidence, which is something I honestly thought I'd never have. Thank you so much for all the tips and advice you've given me. See ya later !!:)"

Sydney Denton

Hi Adrian just wanted to say hello and you are missed dearly by Jaylah , just wanted you to know i sent a review on the BBB . I thank you one more time and I suport CAC 150%. You delievered on everything you promised to these kids, and I look forward in sending Jaylah to other camp where ever you are....hugs to you and Sandra

Sonia Valerio

Adrian & Sandra, I want to thank you both for this great opportunity you both are giving my daughter Jaylah. I always felt she had talent and told her she can do whatever she puts her mind too and look she found you guys & Celebrity Actors Camp. She absolutely loves it and I am glad she is gaining this experience and to be honest if it wasn't for her she wouldn't of been given this opportunity that she has presented in front of her. Jaylah heard a commercial say if you're between the ages of 6-19 and said hey I'm 7 I can do that as we were driving home, now I look and see she is very dedicated to learning her new monologues and excited about it. No matter what happens in life I am thankful for the great things my daughter has been able to enjoy and the amazing opportunities she has been given so far. So thank you for this, it means the world to all of us!

Crystal & Jaylah

"To Adrian and Sandra.......I do not have the words to express how very thankful we are for ALL you do, each and every minute of every day, to teach, encourage, support, hug and bring out the best in EVERY single person.....your dedication and true love of these kids is so amazing.....the opportunities are endless......you have a true ...gift from God....We are blessed to have been a part of this AWESOME, SECOND TO NONE Summer Camp.....to your amazing team, WOW.....thanks for all you have done for our kids....this kind of experience is a once in a lifetime!! Harrison is ONE LUCKY CHILD to have you as "his team".....this is a time that will NEVER be forgotten......from the bottom of our hearts......Thank You....we love you very much and of course, we will always stay in touch!! All our Love, Harrison, Steph, David and Hayley :):)

Stephanie Daigle Gaitan

"Hey Adrian! I made so many friends at camp and i miss them soooo much you were so right when you said friends for life! i miss u and sandra sooo much! and i wish the camp had NEVER ended! all the trianing and everything you did for us helped in a long run!! you ARE the best coach i could've ever asked for! your the best and you taught us sooo much!! my mom could not believe how great the showcase was. she did not see one bad scene! you are awesome and i miss you and sandra and everyone else soooo much! i was crying when we were hugging and everything after the showcase it was crazy! MISS YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :)))))))))))))))"

Madilyn Lobeck

"Thanks is not good enough word to express my gratitude for all the amazing work you did with all the kids at the camp, but most of all for the faith you deposit in them and the trust you had in their talent. Specially I deeply thank you for everything you, Sandra, Virgil, Matt, Chester, Cameron, Cassie, Tanya,Jonathan, Jill, Alison and everyone that put their time, knowledge and energy in making my dear Stella in who she is today. You all marked her life for ever.

Thank you all,
Julianne Collazo"

Adrian, I just want to thank you for all that you guys have done for Chase. You and Sandra are amazing people and I am so thankful to have had the opportunity to meet you both. You guys gave Chase not only an opportunity but an experience he will never forget. Keep doing what you do because its wonderfully awesome =)

Misty Rousey

"I already miss the camp,it has been the best experience for me even if i dont get the job im no longer shy and i am looking forward to what it gives in the future hope 2 see you soon :) say hi to sandra for me. i hope to see you in the future and maybe even work together!!! well thanks for the opprotunity i will never forget this camp and will tell all my L.A friends "

Morgan Alexandra Rupert

"Many thanks to Adrian and Sandra, Angel had a terrific time at camp and has not only matured as an actress but as a person. The camp offered so many skills that will take Angel to the next level with her craft. The oppotunities to work along so many of her favorite actors during the camp was awesome. Angel has two movies in the works and this would not have happened without the camp and the confidence it has given her. I would recommend this camp to anyone who wants to realize there dream in acting. Adrian and Sandra all the best we hope to see you real soon!"

Christine Berry

Hi Adrian, I want to say sorry I was not able to be there today and tomorrow i dont get out of work till 4 so I wont be able to say thank you in person and give you a hug. I have to work, however. I can not thank you enough for what you do for these kids, and I am so happy my grandaughter had this oportunity and . You and Sandra and the staff are amazing and great and I hope you let us know of future camp the money I gave to this was well worth the smile on her face and the oportunity and I want to contunue to help her move forward. I believe in her. she can do it with the best training.I know she can. But Thank you a big hug to you and your beautiful Sandra..God Bless you always. and I will be praying for my Jaylah. tomorrow...:)

Sonia Valerio

"Adrian, it is not often you meet someone so passionate about what they do. You are an incredible, authentic, inspiring person. Thank you for such an awesome experience! Thank you for your belief in each and every one of your campers. You have made a difference in Kennedy's life. You have truly found your purpose in this life:). Continue to BE AMAZING!!!!!"

Angela Villalon

Hi Adrian,
I can't thank you enough for the opportunity you have given Ian. What you do for these kids is truly amazing. You, Sandra and Vergil as well as all the celebrities and staff will always have a special place in my heart.

Sincerely,
Diane

"Hey you! So i got accepted into Diamond Talent agency AND am going to a movie audition tomorrow. I just wanted to let you know how appreciative i am that you gave me that acting camp experience cause without you, all this wouldnt have happened in ONE WEEK. & hope everythings going good. :)

Thanks so so so much♥"
Janeshka Nieves

Hi Adrian

I just wanted to stop by and say a "Big" thank you again for everything yourself & Sandra and everyone at "Celebrity Actors Camp" have done! You have an amazing way with kids and Josh was so pleased with your comments, you really made his day on Sunday with your remarks :)

Josh had a rare disease that led to him having a major spinal surgery back in October and his confidence was gradually picking up......you and everyone involved in the camp have helped boost his confidence even more and my husband and I are truly grateful for this and appreciate having the opportunity to enroll Josh into the Amazing program that you offer.

Good luck and thanks again!

Kindest Regards
Erin

P.S Josh was super pleased to get a call back from Chrome and we are excited to see how things go. Thanks again!!!!

Adrian, I just wanted to say thank you soo much for everything you have done for me and my family. You will be an amazing director one day and already are the best acting coach in the whole world. I can't thank you enough for changing my life and helping me see differently through an actors point of view. Your so amazingly talented and I'm sad I didn't get to say goodbye. I wish you luck with your next camp. Have an amazing time with your beautiful and amazing wife. I love you guys both with all my heart. Thank you soo much once again for all you've done for me. :)

♥ forever&always,
KENZIE :D"

Thanks Sandra, everyone is definitely smiling in our house today. We are looking forward to hearing from Virgil. I just wanted to share a bit of the story of when we told Mackenzie about summer camp today. (I made like she was in trouble for something at School) I told her I had received an email that was really surprising and it was shocking to get an email like this from some one about her. She thought she was in big trouble;-) Then I said that you had sent the email and that she would be attending summer camp in a few weeks. She was silent and we could see the wheels turning. Then suddenly she jumped up started jumping up and down and then she progressed in to a little happy dance. It was really great to watch. I wish I had video taped it. Then spontaneously she said, "I need to get to work setting some goals."

These were the monologue goals she set today in the order she set them. I just couldn't help passing on the story and her goals. The camp has already been such a great influence on here.

1. To say my Monologue more clearly...
2. Need to act more frustrated and aggravated
3. Need to build level of intensity like Cassie explained
4. Must have more Confidence
5. Act like Kara really talking (venting) to my friend.
6. Must Be Kara.
7. Show more energy and how I feel

Mackenzie is a goal setter. Setting Goals is a sign that she is having fun and she is up for the Challenge. I am really happy to see that. Anyway I just had to share. I am so looking forward to watching her grow and learn to do her thing.

TJ

The girls officially have an agent! They are so excited right now! I know that they will do very well! They are filling out the agreement form and they have both had to make a new resume for Dan Talent Group! Also, had to submit more headshots. This has all been done and they are on their way!

I cant Thank you and Adrian enough!

I will keep in touch with yall and let yall know how they are doing!

Thanks, The Merrill Family

Hi Adrian - Hi Sandra;

I just wanted to personally thank you guys for everything you have done for Jasmyn. She had an absolutely great time. My husband and I have both noticed that she has really come out of her shell. She came home last night and she was really confident about herself and what she had accomplished - my husband and I are extremely thankful to you and your team. GOD BLESS you guys and we wish you lots of success in your futures.

Lastly, could you please let Chester know that we are extremely thankful to him as well - Jasmyn absolutely loved her time with him and to be honest he really helped her alot in coming out of her shyness and teached her alot about self confidence. Thank you very much Chester - you are an increadible human being as well. We wish you the very best in your career - lots of success to you!

Thank you very much to all of you.

Keep up the incredible work that you do.

GOD Bless you all. Best of Luck in everything that you do.

Fatima Matos Esteves - mom of Jasmyn Matos

Jackie Contreras wrote:

"Just wanted to tell you that this has been a wonderful experience not only for Brian but also for me I have made very good friends that I know will last a life time & I have seen a tremendous change in Brian this indeed is heaven sent we are going to miss everyone so much may God Bless you Adrian for what your doing for these kids all I can say is we wish it would not have to end but God willing we will see you guys again & before I forget please give a special thanks to Vergil he is so special so nice I feel like I have known him forever well see you and Sandra on Sunday lots of Love to you both from sunny Miami P.S. let us know when the mom camp will start LOL!!!"

Jazmin Rodriguez

I really wanted to thank you, after i left camp ive really broken out of my shell singing and acting. I'm in show choir now and dancing in front of an audience and singing isn't even a problem for me anymore, life is a lot more fun not being shy. so thank you (: and i miss you!!! :P lol

Sierra Lynne Mills

Hey Adrian, I have always had the desire to be an actress, but after attending your camp, I want it now more than ever. I didn’t even know that was possible. This experience took me through a rollercoaster, but now I have more confidence than I ever have before. I have a philosophy to do things to the best of my ability, and through Celebrity Actors Camp I believe I can get the best training and care possible. This camp is separated from the rest by the passion and love you have for each kid to see their dreams come true. At the beginning, you told me, “It’s not just a dream for you, it can happen.” You have no idea how much that statement meant to me and how much it helped me throughout training. I believe that now, it’s not just a dream, and it’s going to happen for me. Summer camp will bring me that much closer, and I am ready to give my absolute all. Thank you so much for the time and effort you put into teaching me these past few weeks. I am so thankful for Celebrity Actors Camp! You and Sandra both have a wonderful rest of your day! Ok, I’m ready whenever you are :)

Sandra,

Thanks for a great weekend and a great experience for not only Sydney but me as well. I feel so blessed to have watched Sydney blossom into a confident strong young lady who is willing to step out of her comfort zone to go for what she wants in life.

I have never seen Sydney so happy, excited and committed about anything. You and Adrian have been such a positive influence on Sydney for which I will always be grateful. You are a special individual and I have so enjoyed getting to spend a little time with you. You and Adrian are changing kids lives for the better and in today’s world that is no small accomplishment. Keep doing what you are doing!!

God Bless,
Joy

Judy Pettengill O'Neill

Adrian, A heartfelt thank you coming your way from Caitlin O'Neill's mom from Prov. She is signing with Model Club Inc. and we owe it all to you and your training at your awesome camp. Caitlin and I look at the world in a different and better way after meeting you and Sandra! Keep doing what you are doing. The world needs more people like you two!

"Hi, Adrian, Eric got a call back from Jai Saint.. I was so excited!! Thanks for everything, I know that this is an opportunity directly from the Lord, nothings by chance. Eric is so overjoyed and I want to personally say your a great person for giving these children the needed extras to succeed in this business.. Blessings to you..."

Contessa

Caitlin O'Neill

Thank you so much!!

Dear Adrian and Sandra,

Thank you so much for an amazing experience at CAC. I enjoyed every single second of it! Not to mention that I learned so much! Sandra: you helped so much at the front desk. Also your emails that you sent out each week were fabulous and oh-so helpful. When ever I had a question you always had the answer. Thank you so much for being a part of this wonderful camp and helping out so much. Adrian: I honestly can not thank you enough for helping me out with my acting and for starting this camp. I learned more then I ever thought possible in those 6 weeks. I was so eager to learn something new each week. Monday through Friday seemed to drag on because I was so excited to come to camp. Even though the camp days were long, when ever it would be time to go home I never wanted to leave. This experience was the best experience of my life. When I was doing my monologue, “Bruised”, I was getting so frustrated because each week everyone would tell me to do something different with it. I tried to take bits and pieces of each person’s advice but then I felt like I was over doing it and I was “over-acting.” Finally when I got to work with you all you said to me was “don’t act it, just speak the lines.” As I was using your advice, I got so emotional with it and my eyes were filling up with tears! At that moment, I realized that I wasn’t even acting…it became so real and that’s why I got emotional. I could have never done that with out you and I thank you so much for it.

I will never forget you advice and helpful tips. I am most definitely going to use then towards my upcoming acting career. I am so grateful to be exposed to those agents and have this wonderful experience and I really can thank you enough. I hope to keep in touch and see you soon.

Caitlin O’Neill

I am writing this review to say how impressed I am with the Celebrity Actors Camp, Adrian R’Mante, Sandra Winebarger and his entire staff. I have an 8 yr. old daughter who is an only child and has always been rather shy. She heard the radio ad promoting the camp and begged me to call. We went for the audition the next day where she met Phill Lewis. She was so excited when we left. She said “Mom, I want to be an actor. I know I did a great job.” She did get a call the next day inviting her to camp. We decided to let her attend. The four weekends of camp were great. Each day she learned so much that prepared her for her showcase in front of agents from LA, NY and Boston. Just one day after the showcase she received a callback from an agent. She went for another audition in front of his staff and signed with them. I saw confidence in my child that I had never seen before. The agent told me that he had never seen such talent in children that had truly never acted before. He attributed it to the excellent training they received at the camp. I would definitely recommend the Celebrity Actors Camp to any child that has or would like to be involved in acting!

Celebrity Actors Camp is a "Grand-Slam"! Seeing the confidence which Celebrity Actors Camp has inspired in Jonathan is well worth the investment I made. The camp is all about positive growth. I am astonished to see that within a few weeks after the C.A.C. experience, Jonathan approached his professional interview, with Proctor & Gamble, as if he owned it, and incredibly he believed in himself so much that it helped him land the job. The C.A.C. experience has helped Jonathan build more than acting skills. You guys have something genius going on. I never dreamed we could have acquired so much knowledge & experience about this business in such a short span of time. Thanks always for being so straight forward, Jonathan's dad.

Mr. Gonzales

Adrian and Sandra Danielle has an interview next Thursday with Modelclub inc with Tim. Adrian thank you so much for helping my daughter's dream to come true !!!! We love you guys so much! Please tell Chester Thanks

WITH OUR LOVE
Danielle Ratchford-Sanzi and Mom

"Just a short note to say thank you!  We had an exciting time in L.A.  CAC has opened exciting possibilities for Zack like an audition with 2 Disney casting directors; and meetings with a remarkable talent manager in L.A. and a prominent agency in Miami.  You have a gift of norturing and molding young talents.  You and Sandra are not only gorgeous but also a truly AWESOME couple!"

Thank you.... You really are a saint. A latino-faced, jewish last named ( origionally) saint :) . I think I am a little blown away by all of this .I am sure that you and Sandra get kudos all the time, but you guys are amazing to me. The fact that you have done and continue to do the things you do in the business and yet you remain to seem completely grounded and are willing to share your knowledge with others and are so stinking genuine about it all just makes me feel like I am in a dream. I always knew that Autumn could do something with her talents- but when you get caught up in the day to day- you never really know if that is something you reach for at that moment or you just wait for it to present itself to you and slap you upside the head. :) Things still do not feel real when I think about everything- just the camp alone and the fact that you are so experienced and nice and you see something in Autumn that has amazing potential. I just want you to know that you are greatly appreciated and I hope you are blessed beyond belief with all of your endeavors.

Thanks so very much!
Respectfully-
Judy Hudgins

Hi Sandra....just a quick note for you, Adrian, Chester & Phil......

I commend the program that you are developing through the Celebrity Actors Camp.  It was a difficult financial decision for us to make and we were not quite sure how "for real" this program was not to mention how intimidating the entertainment industry is in general.

We don't know if Oleg-Antonio may be a future Adrian however, we do know that this is the first activity that he is so excited and committed to.  We adopted Oleg from an orphanage in Volgograd, Russia at age 2.  He has had a difficult time with language & reading which is why we made the decision to hold him back in first grade.  Given this reality, for us to see him interested in "learning lines" & "creating monologues" is just amazing.

The brochure & marketing materials do not do justice to the educational curriculum contained in the program.

Betty & I are very happy with this decision and thought you should all know!

Happy Holidays to all.....we look forward to 2011!

Loreyne Alicea
Betty Del Rio

Hi Chester,

Just wanted to let you know that Justin gave you credit today. He had a print job with Nike this morning and after it was done, they told me that he did really great and is a very good listener. In the car on the way home, I complimented him on what they said. He said "I remembered what Chester said". He told me about what you taught regarding repeating back to the director/photographer the direction they give to make sure you understand. Thanks for being such a great teacher! Thought you'd like to hear that he is really applying and thinking about what he has learned... Hope you have a Merry Christmas! See you in a few weeks.

~Terra Howell

Hey Adrian!

Hey, I just wanted to tell you hi before your email was blown up and you lost this one. I saw you on the "Suite Life" with my gf's little brothers the other day and I have to tell you I'm still pretty amazed about meeting you. If I do ever make acting into a career, god willing, I hope I can do half of what you did for us for someone else. I don't wanna sound extremely corny but you are a great role model and I take in consideration the biggest advice you've given us everyday."treat everyone with kindness, because you never know who you'll meet" my two brothers are leaving to California on Monday for a week, I told James to try calling the photographer and/or meet as many people as he can. I'm working so I can't make it, but I am making a resolution to take everything I do a step further and I do plan to start acting more even if I have to take more acting classes. But I'm just sending this as a little update on life after camp, I wish we could've made it over summer but things happen for a reason and I just wanted to say thanks again for all your help. I hope you, your wife and your family have a great holiday :)

James

Thank you. I wanted to express to you and all of the members of camp what a honor for the children who do attend. My daughter Jazmin, has always had a dream but after this, she feels as if it can be possible. She feels she is in the right hands and in the right path. As for this weekend, she is counting the days for Saturday. Thank you so much!

Yazmin

YO ADRIAN- THANKS! :P

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

Stephanie wrote:

"We just wanted to say THANK YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Harrison LOVED camp and we are sad that it is over!!!! You and Sandra are AMAZING !!!! This whole experience has been awesome!  Hope you had a safe flight home! Thank you for encouraging, supporting, teaching and taking care of Harrison! :)"

Hey Adrian!

Hey, I just wanted to tell you hi before your email was blown up and you lost this one. I saw you on the "Suite Life" with my gf's little brothers the other day and I have to tell you I'm still pretty amazed about meeting you. If I do ever make acting into a career, god willing, I hope I can do half of what you did for us for someone else. I don't wanna sound extremely corny but you are a great role model and I take in consideration the biggest advice you've given us everyday."treat everyone with kindness, because you never know who you'll meet" my two brothers are leaving to California on Monday for a week, I told James to try calling the photographer and/or meet as many people as he can. I'm working so I can't make it, but I am making a resolution to take everything I do a step further and I do plan to start acting more even if I have to take more acting classes. But I'm just sending this as a little update on life after camp, I wish we could've made it over summer but things happen for a reason and I just wanted to say thanks again for all your help. I hope you, your wife and your family have a great holiday :)

James

Adrian,

Lanie made her small stage debut tonite in a play called Candyland and was awesome! She did two shows and in between shows as people were being seated for the second show, she got on stage and started in on a speel about her talent, which as we all know is acting. Someone in the audience asked her who is her hero or mentor and she didnt hesitate when she said this: " His name is Adrian R'Mante and he's an actor in LA. He's the coolest guy on tv and has taught me so much. I'm going to see him next summer to learn even more!" I was blown away and actually got teary eyed! She may have only had a small part but she nailed it and got lots of positive feedback from a lot of people. She was beaming with pride as were we when the cast came up on the stage for the finale and she received flowers from her Grandparents which sent her over the moon! Just thought you should know, hope all is well with you and Sandra!

- Amy Pilling

Dear Adrian,

I would love to go to the summer camp, but my parents will not allow me to because of certain reasons. So, I'm writing you this letter only to tell you how very much I appreciate your time that you put in to, not only me, but everyone at the camp. This was an amazing opportunity and I am so grateful that I had the chance to be taught by a wonderful actor like yourself. I learned so much just on the first day. I remember you telling us that the Celebrity Actors Camp could change our lives. I also remember thinking to myself, "Psh! Good luck!" I didn't really know what you were talking about at the time, but now, I understand. Every time I meet someone new, the first thing that comes out of my mouth is, " Hi! How are you today?" Another way that your camp has changed my life is that I'm not nervous with really anything! It's my first year to sing in my youth group at church, and I usually would find it hard to perform in front of a crowd of teens who are older than me. Now, I've really learned to not care what people think. I feel more confident in who God has created me to be. That's only a few ways that your camp has changed my life so greatly.  What your doing is amazing! Giving kids a chance to live their dream! And I just want to thank you for giving me the chance to come so close to living mine.

Thanks again and God bless,
Joei Whisenant

Adrian,

I wanted to share with you about the extremely positive impact your camp has had on my family’s 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 didn’t 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

Hi Sandra, Adrian and Celebrities!

We are actually in L.A. right now because some exciting stuff has been happening for Chloe since taking your truly amazing camp!!  She signed with a manager, who we have known for years & whose son is starring in the next 3  Spy Kids movies. He sent us to Dallas to shoot Chloe's head shots with a Los Angeles photographer, who happened to be shooting in Dallas a weekend a couple of weeks ago. They turned out amazing (if i do say so myself)and that's when her manager decided to take her on. He then submitted her for the role of the young Mena Suvari in the new NBC series, The Cape, and they asked her to come audition in L.A. (it was today), with just a small group of girls. It was very exciting, because she was one of the few that they called directly into be filmed during the audition, while the others trying out had to be filtered through another casting director to see if they wanted to put them on film. 

If that wasn't exciting enough, her manager also spoke with Meridith Fine, at Coast to Coast, (she represents his son) about possibly representing Chloe or at least getting some advice. He said he respects Meridith so much that he wanted to get whatever feedback, even if negative (she had told his other 3 kids they didn't fit into her agency), because it would let us know what direction we should go. She actually loved Chloe's look and personally called Howard Meltzer at Disney's 'Shake it Up" and got Chloe an audition with him. So she had back to back auditions on her first time out! She was completely calm and enjoyed every second of it and it REALLY helped to have had all the great training from Adrian and the rest of the camp crew!

We will keep you updated, and  should be back by next weekend so will see you then!

Thanks!!

-Liz and Chloe

Hey Adrian just wanted to say another thank you for everything you've done for Lanie, it is greatly appreciated. Lanie was so nervous at the audition Sunday but you eased her nerves and made it alright. She was ready to give up but after getting to do her scene with her "hero" she was ok! I even overheard her praying Sunday night before bed, asking that God let her see Adrian and Sandra again because she misses them already. She also thanked him for letting her attend acting camp and for sending you guys here to help her chase her dream of becoming an actress! You have no idea what you have done for her self esteem and even if she isnt able to see you guys again at a future camp, she knows that you will always be there for her and that means a lot!

-Amy and Lanie

Hey Adrian,

It's crazy to think that around a year ago I began planning my trip to come up to Los Angeles for Pilot season. So much has gone on since then, I am on the shortlist for a tv show in Calgary called Heartland and if I get the role then I would be on the series for that season. I also finished filming the movie I last talked to you about and it was incredible. I miss you so much; the whole family that's out there! I hope I can see you soon :) 

-Ashleigh

Dear Sandra and Adrian,

I received your last email with the agency contacts and wanted to say thank you so much for everything!!! You both are wonderful people and make not only the kids but also the parents comfortable with the show biz. I must admit that at first I was very hesitant to have Audrey follow this passion of hers. Especially, when you hear and read about all the kid stars and how they got in trouble one time or the other with alcohol, drugs, or just not being able to handle this kind of life.

But I assume they did not have such great guardian angels as you are. You made this experience for both of us a very pleasant one. Even if Audrey may not have shown it and may not have brought her full potential. At least now she knows what it is all about and if she really wants to pursue it what she has to work on and that she has to grow into it.

We may not get any offers this time and we may not be able to attend the Summer Camp with you. But we will stay in touch over the next few years and Audrey will mature and develop her personality which will give her better chances for work in this business. Talking to her I get the feeling she is not ready yet to understand that this is a serious business and that hard work is involved. She is still in the fun time mode. And I don’t want to take this away from her and push her too hard. She has all the time of her life to fulfill her dreams.

So, I am hoping to see you and work with you again in the near future.

And thanks again for everything.

- Connie

Hi Adrian,

I hope you are doing well!  It sounds like you have been pretty darn busy since camp has been over.  Congrats on your latest movie!  You'll have to share the title when you're allowed to.  When does Underground come out?  I know it's soon.  I keep looking for a commercial, even though I'm probably too much of a chicken to watch a lot of it with my eyes open!  It looks scary! :o)

It's so odd to be back home after spending so much time in L.A. this summer.  We ended up staying until September 3rd.  What a fun summer it was.  We can't wait to come back for pilot season!!!!!

I just wanted to share what is going on with Justin.  After we got home, I sent out the letters and headshots to the Seattle agents that you had sent out to us.  We have interviewed with two so far and have another interview at the end of the month.  I am so impressed with Colleen Bell Modeling and Talent.  Colleen submitted him for an audition upon receipt of his headshot.  This is what she sent me:

Dear Justin  (and mom -

I received your headshot in the mail and am MORE than interested in talking to you about representation with the Bell Agency in Seattle.  Your resume is impressive and your look is darling

Your headshot came in at perfect timing.  One of our largest casting directors in Seattle is having an audition on Monday 9/27 for a Commercial - I scanned the picture and sent it over to them because they had asked for a 10 yr old boy - and I knew she would love your look

They would like to have you audition for it on Monday if you are avail.

We would only represent you for this job if you choose to audition but would LOVE TO HAVE YOU COME IN TO OPEN CALL in the near future.  You can get all details to our open call on our website at www.colleenbellagency.com click on Open Call tab. 

Please let me know if you are interested and I will send all the details to you at that time.  Here are the basics.

Jewelers - TV spot
Non Union
Audition Monday 9/27
Call back 9/29
Shoot Oct 4-7 (one day per talent)
Pay 1000.00 minus comm childrens rate
2 year usages during holidays

Sincerely,
Colleen

He didn't book the job, but it was so exciting to go on an audition so quickly upon arriving back home - especially in Seattle!  She is also trying to submit him for an ongoing modeling job (1-3 times per month).  We are planning to sign with her.  We met with them last week and they offered Justin representation.  She has the passion and enthusiasm that you described as what to look for in an agent.  They also seem top notch.  I thought you'd want to know....

We are also heading to L.A. for a quick trip on Thursday this week.  Carla booked a movie audition for Justin so we are flying down for the day.  We'll keep plugging away at this, it's only a matter of time.....

See you in a few months!  Hello to Sandra as well :o)  We miss you guys!

~Terra & Justin Howell

I felt weird when I first went in there I've never really done anthing like this except for maybe being in drama class lol , u r wayyyy cooler than i thought u would be ur like a teacher and friend plus all my friends keep asking me to get ur autograph lol , thnx for helping me u made me want to put more of me into the audition instead of just words on a script cant wait to see u again

-chealea , ( estabans favorite camper lol justkiding)

Hey Phill and Adrian,

 It's hester one of the people tht auditioned i jst wanted to say thnks for having the time to be there and host the auditions now i knw that i need to have good grades if i wouldn't have gone there i would have never known and i'm working on my grades and school.. thanks again... and even though i didn't make it doesn't mean that i should give up on my dreams. I'm working hard on my grades so that i can follow my dreams.. SCHOOL comes firsttt and i didn't make it because there is something better on the way.. we will be wrking together one of these days! cuz im not giving up on my dreams.. and you'll be seeing me next year as well or whenever there's another one of these.. thnks again.. GOD BLESS you and ur familyyyy :)

Hester (from Orlando)

Hey Adrian,

just wanted to let you know that the photo shoot today with Matthew was a smashing success for Lanie! She had a blast and really strutted her stuff for Matthew and it was a greatly rewarding experience for all involved! Lanie was told she looked like an old pro at the whole photo shoot thing and she was very impressed with Matthew, as I think he was with her as well! This experience has been the most amazing we have yet to have as a family and it has given my middle daughter and I some bonding time as well, which I LOVE! Thanks so much for the opportunity and we look forward to seeing you soon!

Amy

Dear Adrian,

Thank you so much for creating a camp that has been so wonderful and meaningful. My son, Justin, has asked me for years when I am going to "get him on Disney". I would always respond with "I don't know how to get you on Disney". I did not take his passion for acting as seriously as I should have at the time. Even though he has always entertained us, I hadn't looked into acting classes or theatre for him yet. I kept thinking he was young (under 10) and there was plenty of time to pursue acting. One day, I was listening to the radio and heard an ad for your weekend camp near my hometown. I thought this may be the way we can learn how to get Justin on TV. I am skeptical of these types of ads normally and would not have called, but I trusted it because it had your name on it. I called the number and took Justin to the audition the next day. I am so glad that I did! That was the beginning of an amazing adventure that has changed our lives! We started out with the weekend camp near our hometown, then went to summer camp in L.A. My son has loved every single minute of this fantastic program that you have put together. You have an amazing staff, like Tim Sharpe, Chester See, Giovonnie Samuels, Cassie Corsaro and many other celebrities and business professionals who all, like you, really care about what they do. It was very evident that all of you want to see the kids be their best. I have been so impressed with the training, the teachers, yours and Sandra's dedication to the kids and parents, the studio, but most of all with my son. He has grown in such a way that I can't explain. He really knows what he wants to do for the rest of his life at age 10. He loves acting and is very passionate about it. I want him to be happy and if this is what he wants, we will do what we can to make it happen for him. With your guidance, training, never ending support, and encouragement, I feel like we have the best foundation possible to make his dreams come true. Through this camp, you opened doors for him that never would have been opened on our own. Justin was able to sign with an agent and manager our first week of summer camp in L.A. Throughout the camp he went out on several commercial auditions. He also had the opportunity to audition for a leading role for a pilot Disney program! He has not booked anything yet, but he has had several callbacks and is going in for his third audition with Disney this week for the same role. It's surreal really. It was only made possible because of the training he received through your camps. Through each audition he gains additional knowledge, confidence and experience. I know something will happen for him soon - you'll see him on TV yet - hey maybe even Disney! Your camp is life changing no matter what happens with the kids and the decisions they make for their future endeavors. They gain confidence in themselves and skills that they can carry forward and apply in either a classroom or workplace setting. It was also very fun to be around so many other kids that are "just like Justin". These kids all have a certain quality about them that you can't describe necessarily, but they have this sparkle. I am truly blessed and will be forever thankful that you came into our lives. The many friendships that we all have made through this process will remain with us for a long time to come. Thank you for also giving me the courage and guidance to help my son achieve his dreams. Because this is his dream, it has become mine for him as well. I will support him as long as he has the desire to continue. Words cannot truly express the gratitude I have for you and your amazing team. Thank you for your friendship ~ we will forever remember this summer as one of the best times of our lives.

Your Friends,
Terra, Tom, Justin and Alyssa (the quiet one) Howell

Hi Adrian and Sandra!

How are you! I miss you guys already! I want to tell you how much fun I had at camp, and cannot wait until you come back to my city and hopefully next year I can finally come out to LA camp. I hear its awesome. Thanks so much for everything because without you and Sandra and Chester and Gio and Phil and everyone, I wouldn't be where I am today! I got a call back from the agency here and they wanna meet with me! Im so excited! Seriously its the best thing ever!! They want me to do a cold reading, just like we did in class!! How cool is that?? Anyway I want you to know that I look up to you and you are my inspiration. I couldn't have done anything without you! Thank so much for the camp, and I hope to talk to you soon! xoxo

Laura

Dear Adrian,

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

We would love it if they could come in Friday between the hours of 1-4pm. We want to set appointments at 15 minute intervals since I have already seen them all perform. We just need to meet with the parents to discuss representation and their plans.

Thank you for inviting us. Most showcases are horrible that is why we are always hesitant to go. But yours was WONDERFUL!! Please make sure that all the kids know that I was happy with all their performances. But for some of them we have their type already.

Talk to you soon. Please give me a call.

M. Smith 

Hi Adrian:

As you both know, I really enjoyed the showcase last night! All the kids were good actually, but after looking thru our roster, we would only like to see the following kids:

1:00 Jizelle Jade
1:15 Jerusalem Sane
1:30 Braxton Gardner
1:45 Tyler Thompson
2:00 Andreas Hughes
2:30 Anthony Lee
2:45 Ramona Greene
3:00 Joshua Alcorn, Jeremy Alcorn
3:15 Nico Aldahondo
3:30 Silke Gonzalez
4:00 Basilio Romo

I also want to see the following kids on Monday if possible but I am not sure what time yet:

Tripp Taylor
Keegan Meade
Grant Lalian
Noah Cantrell
Jalynn Villalpando + her scene partner whose picture I don't have
Dasha Orlov
Abagail Schrader

We would love it if they could come in Friday between the hours of 1-4pm. We want to set appointments at 15 minute intervals since I have already seen them all perform. We just need to meet with the parents to discuss representation and their plans.

Thank you for inviting us. Most showcases are horrible that is why we are always hesitant to go. But yours was WONDERFUL!! Please make sure that all the kids know that I was happy with all their performances. But for some of them we have their type already.

Talk to you soon. Please give me a call.

Lisa M. Smith
RPM Talent Agency

Hello Adrian and Sandra,

I would like to thank you both. My wife and I started this adventure skeptical. This is a lot of money to give over, but we thought it may be worth the gamble. We did not go full throttle, and go with the level 4, we decided to go with a lower level and limit our potential loss.

After the first two days, I was very impressed. So much so, we decided to go with level 4, please let us know how we can upgrade. It became very transparent that you both are passionate about this camp. This is a true camp. I have sent my daughter to dance, acrobat, soccer, cheer and other camps, but I have never seen her leave with the energy and excitement from the time spent at this camp.

My wife and I contemplated the extra expense and believe this is truly worth the financial cost to get the support from this camp, specifically from you both.  You could spend your time doing something that profits your family rather than the time and energy you spend to provide an opportunity to people outside of Los Angeles, to be able to experience the ability to perform on shows they watch. This is an opportunity that does not exist except without you two.

I cannot believe how much you care and give to the children and parents.

This is not something that you can explain in a note, or blog. It can only be experienced. We know that you get what you give, and with this camp, you get more than you give because your child has a chance to be around and interact with you and your plethora of peers that provide endless support and caring.

Thank you. Regardless of the outcome, this is a life changing experience provided by great people that deeply care about other people, and that is rare. So, thank you again, for caring about my daughter and us, this is a true blessing for us to have the opportunity to experience.

Thank you,
Stephen and Nicole "

Hi Sandra and Celebrity Actors Camp,

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.

Thank you!!!
Karen

Hey Adrian,

Thank you for everything this past month of july. I realy loved your camp this year. All the instructers were amazing! Chester and Giovanni were Hilarious! This has truly been a life changing event.  I met more disney stars then i expected :)  I am extremely grateful for this chance to be in the heart of hollywood and meet all the agents and managers I did.  I was lucky enough to get an agent AND a mangager, and I owe it all to you. Thank you Adrian :)

Grant :D

Adrian,

I can't even say thank you enough. Brooklyn (and my husband and myself) had a great time at the camp. Brooklyn doesn't really understand why it is over and keeps asking to go back. Since we mailed out headshots, resumes and cover letters a few weeks ago (in the Adrian R'Mante recommended style), Brooklyn has already had SIX callbacks for agents (counting a new one today)! The response is amazing to us and we are so grateful. Some of the agents have even made the specific comment that they called not just because of his look but because they were so impressed about all of his training. We miss you all, you have such a wonderful family at Celebrity Acotrs Camp. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you!

With love,
Stacie, Rob, baby Cali and of course Brooklyn

Dear Sandra and Celebrity Actors Camp,

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!!! 

Just thought I would share that with you guys!!!

Also, I'm sure it is too late, but Hannah has been talking about camp. We know she had some rough moments, but was interested in next summers camp, if she would be considered for an invite. She will be a little older then and it would be interesting to see how much more she would grow with that camp.

Thanks again,
Always smiling, The Davis'

ADRIAN!! :)

  I hope Los Angeles is treating you well! Man, I wish I was there this summer! But the feature film I did just wrapped up yesterday with the major filming and now what is left is pick-ups and voice overs and the long process of editing! I wanted to show you some of the stills from the footage!  I attached some photo's!

  Every single day on set, I had certain things I'd go through in my head from you, Marjorie, Chester and Gio mostly.  You guys all have influenced me in ways you may not know! I'm even moving to Vancouver this September to finish my two years of high school, and I know more opportunities will come from being there.
  I also wanted to tell you that I wont be getting you a proposal about teaching in Edmonton for a while because of the facility being under maintenance.

Talk soon and send my love to Sandra and Tim!
Brittney Grabill

Jai wrote:

"Hey Adrian!  I forgot to mention, West Delarosa from your celeb actors camp here in Orlando landed his first movie role.  He films his scenes for "Renee" (Renee Yohe project) today with Corbin Bleu and Chad Michael Murray! Thank you so much for teaching him so well.  He is truly a great find and we are grateful to have him at Urban Models And Talent!"