Here's an interesting thing I got in my email today,
Mel Brooks wants people to PAY to be extra's in his movie!!
"HOW DO I HELP MAKE THE MOVIE?
FoodChange (formerly known as Community Food Resource Center), a 25-year old New York City-based nonprofit dedicated to providing low income families with access to nutritious food and adequate income, is selling seats for participants to be "extras" in a scene in the making of the Mel Brooks movie musical, "The Producers." Be a part of movie history as a member of the opening night audience of Bialystock and Bloom's ill-fated blockbuster musical, SPRINGTIME FOR HITLER.
As you learn about the joys and reality of making a movie from hair and make-up to your 1950's period costume, you will be helping your fellow New Yorkers live healthier lives.
Date: This special event will take place on Monday, March 14, 2005
Time: Early Morning to Final Wrap (exact start time TBD)
Place: St. James Theater, 44th Street (between 7th and 8th Avenues)
Playbill Members save 10% off ticket prices for this event!
Tickets Just $450* (Reg. Price $500)
For more information on how to be a part of this once-in-a lifetime event,
visit
www.producersmovieevent.org and follow the instructions for Playbill Members,
or call the Event Hotline at (212) 716-1578.
*Offer is subject to availability and prior sale and cannot be combined with any other offer or discounts. Offer expires on 2/25/05, but may be revoked at any time.
All participants must be 18 years or older, and cannot be a member of SAG (Screen Actors Guild) or any other guild or union that governs performers. While you could have a friend reimburse you if you need to transfer your ticket after purchase, tickets may not be re-sold for an amount over the original purchase price. Resale violations may result in voided tickets. The names of trasferees must be provided by the application deadline."
What do you SAG members make of this?!!!
I wonder how much $$ actually will make it to the charity?