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Since the premiere of Gabby Smashes the Imperialist, White Supremacist, Capitalist Patriarchy, we’ve been busy bringing the pilot episode to groups throughout the country! Last week we were in New York City for the Workers Unite! Film Festival, and in the coming weeks we’re bringing Gabby Smashes to more cities: Corvallis, OR; San Francisco, CA; and back to New York, NY. Find one nearest to you:
Date: Thursday, May 17th, 2018
Location: Asian & Pacific Cultural Center (2695 SW Jefferson Way, Corvallis, OR 97331)
Sponsored by the Asian Pacific American Student Union, Women’s Center, Pride Center, Center for Civic Engagement, & President’s Commission on the Status of Women
Date: Saturday, May 19th, 2018
Location: Crystal Lake Brooklyn (647 Grand Street, Brooklyn, NY 11211)
Registration: $10; Info and tickets
San Francisco International Queer Women of Color Film Festival
Date: Friday, June 8th, 2018
Time: 7:30pm – 10:00pm, doors at 6:30pm
Location: Brava (2781 24th St. San Francisco, CA 94110)
Can’t make the screenings but want to make sure your friends know about Gabby? Do us a favor and share it with your friends! Word of mouth is the most effective way of getting our show out to the world, and it only takes a second for you to share it:
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New name, same web series, still awkward
on January 29, 2018January 30, 2018 by Communications
Today, we’re incredibly excited to announce that our web series has a new official title: Gabby Antonio Smashes the Imperialist White Supremacist Capitalist Patriarchy. Sound familiar? We would hope so! The term “Imperialist White Supremacist Capitalist Patriarchy” was coined by bell hooks, a feminist theorist, cultural critic, artist, and writer. Her writings cover topics of gender, race, class, spirituality, teaching, and the significance of media in contemporary culture. For those unfamiliar with bell hooks and her body of work, you can learn more here.
The series hopes to keep up with the spirit of this bell hooks phrase as we explore the complexities and nuances when it comes to social justice work, and what it means to do good as a woman of color living and working under systems of, well, the Imperialist White Supremacist Capitalist Patriarchy!
We’ll be announcing more exciting news in a couple of days. Stay tuned!
XRAY interview and more reflections from the team!
on October 22, 2017January 30, 2018 by Communications
Things have been chugging along here with the Nonprofit team as we move through the post-production phase! Earlier this month, Luann (creator) and Dawn (director) were on XRAY FM’s Group Therapy to talk about the web series, filming the pilot episode, and where the project is headed. Listen in on the interview here.
From the cast: Our deepest appreciations
on October 6, 2017October 6, 2017 by Communications
Last month, our wildest dreams came true: we filmed the Nonprofit Web Series pilot episode. And in those two and a half days, this series went from being a funny, but long shot idea to a full-blown reality. While the series wants you to laugh, the inception of Nonprofit Web Series came out of the very real and raw experiences of people of color navigating difference spaces in our lives. So, thank you, from the bottom of all our hearts, for believing in, supporting, and backing this project!
While you’re here, take a moment to hear from a few of our cast members’ reflections on what the Nonprofit Series means to them.
A focus on Chris Reyes (played by Toni Tabora-Roberts) and David David Sukbunsung (played by Samson Syharath).
“I was so happy to be a part of this pilot. Everyone was so wonderful to work with and it was wonderful just bonding with other artists of color. It’s amazing how I don’t realize that I’m not being my true self until I am completely surrounded by people that I feel comfortable with.
I’ve worked in the nonprofit world for a while and it is such a crazy, hilarious environment to work in. It’s the perfect setting for a show. I am also excited to see a show about people of color written by people of color. It’s nice to know our stories are being told from our perspective.”
Billy takes a group photo after shooting the final scene and wrapping up a very long day!
“AAPI and LGBT actors are overlooked, especially in the mainstream media. I hate to use the term “White Hollywood” because it’s cliche, but it’s also true. There’s very little diversity. Even so, with Nonprofit, we’re letting the world know that we’re here. So no more  ‘We can’t find a person of color for this role, so we’ll just use a white person.’”
Trinh Nguyen (as played by Claudia Iao) walking with Gabby Antonio (as played by Luann Algoso).
“Oh, my lucky stars. I 100% super hope people watching Nonprofit feel any/some type of catharsis. Whether from relating to the plight of non-profit work, laughing at goofy shenanigans, and watching everything in-between, yes to all of it…especially in our current social and political climate.
Trinh’s character description definitely spearheaded my interest in joining the cast: a relatable and well-thought-out character breakdown for an AAPI actor? UH YES PLEASE! And after reading up about Non-Profit, I immediately resonated with the production’s message and goal to showcase women of color and provide a narrative to an underrepresented voice in media.”
Shep (as played by Jonathan Miles) and Kam (as played by Billy Boudavong) waiting to serve drinks.
“I’ve worked with Dawn Jones Redstone before and I’m a fan of her work bringing women forward in storytelling through film. When Dawn first contacted me about Nonprofit I leapt at the chance to work with her again. She told me a little about the character and I immediately recognized the reference to some instances of cultural appropriation in Portland. When I read the script, Luann’s writing grabbed me. It’s bold and dangerous and funny and I couldn’t wait to be part of bringing this story to life.
Currently, Hollywood’s AAPI-representation swings between either making a caricature of or completely invisibilizing it. Thankfully this pendulum is being replaced with stories by and about members of the AAPI community thanks to projects like Nonprofit.
That’s a wrap! Behind-the-scenes photos of our filming of the pilot episode
on September 18, 2017September 18, 2017 by Communications
Fires blazing in Oregon. Hurricanes and flooding happening in the South. DREAMERS under threat of being deported. It is extremely difficult to come back to reality after such a long and amazing weekend among talented and dedicated people that worked on the pilot production of Nonprofit Web Series. And while I am still caring for myself after the long weekend and fighting the overwhelming emotions that my depression and anxiety brings whenever I publicly expose such vulnerable parts of myself combined with the utter BS happening in the world today – I am still filled with compassion, love, and the motivation to continue writing and performing authentic stories that strive to change the hearts and minds of people.
Words cannot fully capture the gratitude I have for our director Dawn Jones Redstone who took a risk with me in bringing this story to life. Only hopping on the project in May, Dawn signed on as a co-writer, director, and producer. After two years of working on this project, grappling with my anxiety over releasing it into the world, and finally admitting to myself that I wanted to perform in it and immediately diving into the deep end with acting lessons, it wasn’t until Dawn joined that we truly took this project to the next level. I’m truly proud of the work we created together and I can’t wait for people to see it!
Thank you to Amy Nieto-Cruz for jumping on board and taking a chance on producing this project! She joined even before reading the script and after meeting only one time, and for that I am truly indebted to your generosity and support. Thank you to the wonderful, dedicated, and badass group of women that made production possible under extreme weather conditions, including Aileen Sheedy, Nora Colie, Sika Stanton, Molly Pettit, Jeanette Li, Jade Harris, Sarah Collins, Lokyee Au, Gaby Tirta Jenkins, Wynee Hu, Margie Rudick and Bonnie Stinson.
Thank you to the funny and talented cast for bringing it with each of your performances Toni Tabora-Roberts, Samson Syharath, Claudia Iao, Billy Boudavong, and Jonathan Miles!
Thank you to all the friends that came out to be an extra including Marilou Carrera, Jake Vermaas, Cameron Whitten, Virginia Luka, Steph Routh, Tamara Lynne, Gaylen Beatty, Cindy Gerber, and so many more.
A special shout out to those that believed in Nonprofit from the beginning – Joe Jiang, Jessica Yen, Candace Kita, June Reyes, and Scott Jung.
I feel truly blessed and honored to have worked with such a lovely and hardworking bunch. What’s next? We’re moving into post-production and will be releasing our collective hard work shortly – keep an eye out!
Nonprofit Web Series Creator & Producer
Say hello to the cast of the Nonprofit Web Series!
on August 11, 2017August 24, 2017 by Communications
A month ago, we put out a casting call for our pilot episode, and we’re delighted to announce the official cast of the Nonprofit Web Series! We’ll be filming the pilot in a few weeks – keep an eye out for this fantastic and talented cast. For now, learn more about each member on our Meet the Cast page!
Nonprofit Web Series Needs Extras!
on July 6, 2017August 2, 2017 by Communications
NONPROFIT WEB SERIES NEEDS EXTRAS!
Shooting date: September 2 & 3, 2017
Meals included, non-union, indie production
September 2 or 3 shooting date after 5pm: Need White extras, twenties/thirties, trendy and hipster clothing attire.
Nonprofit is about a girl on a mission in America’s whitest city. It’s centered on the story of Gabby Antonio – a quirky, spunky, and idealistic Filipina American that is just beginning her career as a community organizer. The series follows Gabby and her coworkers at the local nonprofit organization, Asian Pacific Islanders in Solidarity & Alliance (APIISA), as she learns that being in the business of “doing good”, particularly as a woman of color, may not be as effortless as it seems.
Director: Dawn Jones Redstone, award-winning director
Creator: Luann Algoso Production type: Online/web series
Producer: Amy Nieto-Cruz Length: 15 minutes
Nonprofit in the press: OPB News, Colors of Influence, Bread and Roses
Please email a cellphone photo of yourself to nonprofitwebseries@gmail.com with the subject line “Nonprofit Extra” by Saturday, August 19th!
Download the PDF of this announcement here.
UPDATE: Casting Call for NONPROFIT WEB SERIES!
on July 5, 2017July 18, 2017 by Communications
Casting Call for NONPROFIT WEB SERIES!
Shooting date: September 2 & 3, 2017
1 rehearsal/wardrobe fitting prior to filming
Paid, meals included, non-union, indie production
Please send email of interest in applying to nonprofitwebseries@gmail.com and we will send you instructions for the video audition.
*Email resumes and headshots along with a video audition to nonprofitwebseries@gmail.com.*
Deadline for applications: Sunday, July 23rd by 10pm
Nonprofit is about a girl on a mission in America’s whitest city. it’s centered on the story of Gabby Antonio – a quirky, spunky, and idealistic Filipina American that is just beginning her career as a community organizer. The series follows Gabby and her coworkers at the local nonprofit organization, Asian Pacific Islanders in Solidarity & Alliance (APIISA), as she learns that being in the business of  “doing good”, particularly as a woman of color, may not be as effortless as it seems.
Director: Dawn Jones Redstone, award-winning director
Creator: Luann Algoso Production type: Online/web series
Producer: Amy Nieto-Cruz Length: 15 minutes
Nonprofit in the press: OPB News, Colors of Influence, Bread and Roses
Character: Kam Gender: Male Playing age: Twenties
Other physical characteristics: Pacific Islander; fit and wears casual clothes, hoodies and jeans.
Personality of character: Kam is shy in nature, has a calm demeanor, and is often mistaken for being standoffish. He’s confident and arrogant and is extremely passionate about social justice. He’s also an expert community organizer so he’s knowledgeable and has a sharp analysis.
Character: Trinh Nguyen Gender: Female Playing age: Twenties
Other physical characteristics: Asian, preferred Chinese or Vietnamese; Trinh is fit and average height. She wears the latest fashion trends and prefers wearing heels with all of her outfits.
Personality of character: Trinh is a natural born leader and the life of the party. She is charismatic, creative, confident, and dramatic.
Character: Auntie Bernadette Gender: Female Playing age: Over 65 years old
Note: Minor character; non-speaking role
Other physical characteristics:  Asian, open ethnicity.
Personality of character: Spunky, spacey, non-English speaker.
Less than 4 hours left and still time to pledge!
on June 2, 2017June 2, 2017 by Communications
Yesterday we met our goal of raising $10k in order to get the official green light to receive the funds raised! Thanks to your support, we’re making a web series!!!
With 4 hours left on our Seed&Spark fundraising campaign, we are now less than 20% from meeting our overall goal of raising $12,500 to support production costs of the filming of the pilot episode of Nonprofit Web Series.
There’s still time to pledge and get us to our goal of reaching $12,500 so that our team has the funding to cover all of the resources and expenses we need to produce a project of the best quality. The extra support will ensure we pay our production crew and cast, get the right permits, and equipment, and all of the expenses that go into creating a good quality pilot episode.
Your support would make a tremendous impact on our project, regardless of how big or small your contribution is! Can you make a pledge before noon today to support women of color filmmakers?
Thank you so much for helping us get to this point! We love you!
Luann Algoso and the Nonprofit Team
Only $365 left to raise! Plus meet our new team members!
on June 1, 2017June 1, 2017 by Communications
We’re excited to announce two new members of the team: Producer, Rachel Hills, and Director, Dawn Jones Redstone!
A little more information about both:
Dawn Jones Redstone is an award-winning gay, Latina filmmaker best known as director and co-writer of the acclaimed dramatic short film, Sista in the Brotherhood. Dawn has worked in and around the non-profit world for 14 years as an employee, board member and a subcontractor and is ready to mine the wealth of comedy, this sector has to offer! Learn more about her work on her website here.
Rachel Hills is a New York-based writer, speaker, and activist who is interested in the space where the personal meets the political. She is a college speaker on sex and gender issues, and the author of a book called The Sex Myth, which published in North America, Australia, New Zealand and the UK in August 2015. She is also the Executive Director of Break the Sex Myth, an activist organization that believes that raw, honest, critically-engaged dialogue about subjects that are typically perceived as too private to talk about can transform the way we see the world, measure our value, and treat other people. Learn more about her work here.
You can read more about their work on our website here.
As of today, we are about 77% of the way to our goal of raising $12,500 to support production costs of the filming of the pilot episode of Nonprofit Web Series. We have only 1 day and 2 hours left and we need to raise at least 80% of the goal (at least $10,000) in order for us to receive the funds raised. That means we just need to raise $365 more! WE CAN DO THIS.
We know we can get there with the help of our community. Can you make a pledge today to support POC-centered stories? Plus TODAY is my birthday! 😉  https://www.seedandspark.com/fund/nonprofit-web-series
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