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Damon dreams of
New York stage
Artist calls for help to attend IMTA Convention
A STAR IS
BORN: EL
artist Damon
Briceland is
raising funds
in the hope
of attending
the IMTA
Convention
in New York
next year
P i c t u re :
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GO REPORTER
Aspiring young East London actor Damon
Briceland recently returned from the 10th
Annual International Arts Talent Showcase
(IATS) held in Johannesburg.
Hosted by director of 33 and Me Talent
Agency Elsubie Verlinden, the event was attended
by more than 1,000 participants representing an
assortment of performing arts disciplines.
Briceland was one of the few participants
selected by world-renowned American IMTA
talent scout Joey Hunter to represent SA at the
International Modelling and Talent Association
(IMTA) convention in July 2021, in New York, US.
“Since my debut role in a 2014 Port Rex
Technical High School play directed by George
Mountjoy, I have had a burning passion for acting,
so consider it an honour to have been chosen by
such an esteemed person as Mr Hunter. Should I
make it to New York, it will help me pursue my
dream and I will also do my best to make SA
p r o u d ,” Briceland said.
To attend, however, he needs to raise funds to
ensure his dream of acting internationally comes
to fruition.
“I have to secure an estimated R80,000,
preferably before January 10 2021.
“That amount excludes flights but does include
a comprehensive training and experiential
package that will be of benefit to my career.
“Of that total, a deposit of R7,500 needs to be
paid by November 25.
“I would appreciate any assistance, no matter
how big or small, to reach my goal.
“Even though I was selected to attend based on
my audition, I will only truly qualify should I raise
that full amount. Monetary contributions are not
deposited into my personal bank account as IMTA
procedures have been established to ensure all
funds are secure and allocated to the correct
p a r t i c i p a n t ,” Briceland said.
IMTA provides unique opportunities for
aspiring actors, models, dancers, singers and
songwriters to showcase their talents to top
international casting directors as well as model
and talent agents who are looking for new faces.
It also provides opportunities to learn from
industry professionals and helps open the right
doors for participants. Since 1997, IMTA has
helped launch the careers of stars such as Josh
Duhamel (Tr a n s f o r m e r s ), Jessica Biel (Hitchcock),
Ashton Kutcher (That 70’s Show) and Elijah
Woods (Lord of the Rings).
To assist Briceland, contact him on
065-839-6807 or e-mail him at
damondouglasbriceland633@gmail.com
His official IATS audition video is available to
view upon request. Alternatively it can be viewed
at www.goexpress.co.za
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