If your dreams include becoming an entertainer or just want to learn how to make sure you put your best foot forward, StarTime 101 may be the answer. Startime 101 is a half day seminar developed by entertainment professionals to make sure you are ready for that important presentation.

Startime 101 Entertainment Workshop will be a four hour presentation will offer a "hands-on how-to" developed by a group of entertainment professionals.

The Workshop was organized by Merrill Warner, a long time writer, performer and director. “Too many times, I watched some very talented people get passed over because they don’t have there presentation together, especially in the audition process where decisions are made immediately. You have to get in there, get the attention right away in any form of entertainment .”

Warner said the workshop was developed to teach aspiring singers, musicians, dancers and actors how to hone their craft. The first step in this process is to learn the art of auditioning. for a show such as American Idol, America’s Got Talent, Nashville Star or any other production takes some know-how.

Presenting this workshop will be Merrill Warner, Cathy Gurley (former v.p. of creative services for Capitol Records), Suzanne Saxon (singer, actress) and Michael Allen (specializing in imaging and marketing).

These workshops are four hours in length and cover numerous topics on how to make the best of your audition. You only have 30 seconds to convince people how talented and valuable you are. Don't blow you one chance to make it "Big."

StarTime 101.com Entertainment Workshop will teach:

* Preparation
* Stage techniques
* Proper microphone techniques
* Pacing your performance
* The do’s and don’ts of entertainment
* Appearance
* Image
* Repertoire
* Technical demands
* Getting the Audition
* What it takes to make it

Guest Speakers:

Michael Allen. He will give his workshop – “Do You Look Great?”
This workshop will show you how to put together a professional promotional package with your logo design, creative writing of your biography, page layout, photography, and marketing strategies. Other types of promotional items will be discussed, such as posters, direct mail pieces, and music packaging design. Bring your promo package to the workshop for an expert critique.

Michael Allen, the designer/visualist, creates what does not exist. He can look at raw space and in his mind’s eye transform it into something that does not yet exist through his design, film and marketing talent. Most of his clients’ entertainment-related projects begin with a “clean sheet of paper.” Allen may develop the marketing strategy, design the product and produce all the visual elements of the product: graphic design, film/videography and photography with his tools: the camera, computer and drawing pen. Some clients include: the Country Music Association, CBS Cable, Academy Of Country Music, Brenda Lee, Epic Records, Curb Records, and William Morris Agency. Visit his Web site: gmichaelallen.com

Cathy Gurley. She will be speaking about media, marketing and management in the music and entertainment business.

Cathy Gurley is owner of Gurley & Co., a comprehensive music company serving the entertainment industry with media, marketing and management expertise since 1985. The company specializes in unique and diverse development plans and is widely known for well-timed implementation and follow-through whick produces a high success rate. Their puboicity and consulting roster include Carlene Carter, Kathy Mattea, Spirit of America Tour, and the Robert Johnson Blues Foundation.

Cathy's experience has encompassed radio, journalism and the music industry. Through her career, she has worked with both evolving and established artists. Entertainers of note include Garth Brooks, Tanya Tucker, Suzy Bogguss, Patty Loveless, K.T. Oslin, Tammy Wynette, Gary Morris, Marty Stuart, and Connie Smith. Cathy was former Vice President of Creative Services for Capital Records. Visit her Web site: www.gurleybiz.com.

Don’t let a big opportunity pass you by because of lack of preparation. Your first step on the road to stardom is StarTime 101.com. Visit our Registration page on this Web site.