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Thursday December 14th 2006

HANDEL'S MESSIAH

Messiah Flyer
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Michael and his family will be performing "Handel's Messiah" with a full orchestra and chorus in a Community Sing and Play Along on:

Sunday, Dec. 17 at 4:00 PM in Tehachapi, California.

The event is held at Mountain Bible Church, 630 Maple Street, Tehachapi, California (corner of Maple and Mountain View). The concert will begin with a Christmas carol sing along.

This is a free event and the public is invited to come and sing along. Scores will be availalbe at the concert.

MICHAEL HOSTS RADIO SHOW!

You can listen to Michael via the Independent Music Network website at www.independentmusicnetwork.com.
You can either download the show (Mainstream 35) by clicking on the Downloads page or listen to the streaming version.


Tuesday October 24th 2006

HOT TAMALE A DOUBLE WINNER @ DIXIE FEST!

Randy Spelling and Christopher Goodman in Hot Tamale

Hot Tamale was the recipient of both the "Best Comedy" and "Best Supporting Actor" awards on it's Southern Premiere at the Dixie Film Festival, held in Atlanta GA, earlier this month.

Dominican Republic International Film Festival

Hot Tamale is an official selection of the Dominican Republic International Film Festival. The screening is scheduled to take place on November 7th at 4.00pm. For more info. check out the DRIFF website.

Thursday September 14th 2006

HOT TAMALE SOUTHERN PREMIERE!

Michael Damian, James Best and Beth Grant
Michael pictured with James Best and Beth Grant during filming of Hot Tamale.

Calgary Film Festival

 

Dixie Atlanta Film Festival
Screening at the Opening Night Gala, Friday Oct. 13, 2006.

Michael will be in attendance along with his father in law James Best ("Rosco P. Coltrane" of the Dukes of Hazard) who will be receiving a lifetime achievement award.
Time TBA
Ticket Info >>>

San Diego Film Festival
Screening at Pacific Gaslamp Theater on:
Saturday Sept. 30 at 7:15 PM and
Sunday Oct. 1 at 2:30 PM .

Michael will be in attendance.
Passes are available now and individual tickets will go on sale Sept. 18
Ticket Info >>>

Calgary International Film Festival
Screening at the WRAP GALA Saturday, Sep. 30, 7:15 pm at the Globe Theatre

Ticket Info >>>


Tuesday, August 29th 2006

HOT TAMALE RELEASED TODAY!

Hot Tamale DVD

Michael's movie, "Hot Tamale" is out on DVD today on Monarch Home Video.

The winner of, 'The Boston International Film Festival Indie Spirit Best Picture Award', Hot Tamale is Michael's first feature length film and is now available for you to watch in the comfort of your own home!

"Extremely well made for an indie film of this type, Hot Tamale is this summer's most pleasant surprise so far. In fact, we think it's one of Monarch's strongest releases to date."
Ed Hulse:
Varitey/Video Business

Read more about Hot Tamale from PR Web

MICHAEL HOSTS RADIO SHOW!

Michael is hosting the Labor Day Weekend / September Special radio show on the Independent Music Network's "New Discovery" Mainstream Radio Show. The show airs on both radio and the internet. He also makes a guest appearance on the Country version of the show.

You can listen to Michael via the Independent Music Network website at www.independentmusicnetwork.com.
You can either download the show (32) by clicking on the Downloads page or listen to the streaming version.


Monday July 24th 2006

HOT TAMALE DVD ON SALE AUGUST 29th 2006!

Pre-order your copy today from: Blockbuster.com
Amazon.com
Bestbuy.com
Target.com

HOT TAMALE SELECTED FOR RHODE ISLAND FEST!

Hot Tamale has been officially selected for the Rhode Island International Film Festival which takes place, August 8-13 2006.
Screening Information TBA

Visit the RIIF Box Office

 


Saturday, June 17th 2006

HOT TAMALE WINS BEST FILM AT BOSTON FILM FESTIVAL!


Michael directs Randy Spelling and Mike Starr in a scene from Hot Tamale.
Michael's feature film, Hot Tamale sizzled at this month's Boston Internation Film Festival! Not only were both screenings sold out but the movie was awarded "Best Film"!

HOT TAMALE SELECTED FOR SAN DIEGO!

Following on from it's success at Newport Beach, Boston and Winnipeg, Hot Tamale has been official selected for the San Diego Film Festival in September.

We will bring you screening times and ticket information when they've been announced.

MICHAEL BEGINS SHOOTING NEW MOVIE!

Michael and his wife Janeen begin principle photography on their new feature film,"Moondance Alexander" on June 19th.


Saturday May 13th 2006

HOT TAMALE EAST COAST PREMIERE!

Jason Priestley and Michael Damian
Jason Priestley pictured with Michael during filming

Hot on the heels of it's world premiere success at the Newport Beach Film Festival, Michael's feature film, Hot Tamale has been officially selected as an entry in the Boston International Film Festival.

The screening takes place on:
Friday June 9, 2006 5:45PM
at AMC/LOEWS Boston Common: 175 Tremont St. Boston.
Sunday June 11, 2006 7:00PM
Visit BIFA website

HOT TAMALE A SELL OUT SUCCESS!

The World Premiere of Hot Tamale at the Newport Beach Film Festival was a sell out and reported to be, "The Hottest Ticket at Film Fest".
The movie also recieved a special mention at the festival's award ceremony!

Monday May 9th 2006

HOT TAMALE CANADIAN PREMIERE!

Hot Tamale poster back

Hot Tamale has been officially selected as an entry in the Winnipeg International Film Festival.

The screening takes place on Saturday, June 10th at 9:15PM
at the Citytv Theater
Ticket information coming soon.

Visit the WIFF website



Wednesday April 19th 2006

WIN TICKETS FOR THE HOT TAMALE WORLD PREMIERE!

Listen Live to Indie 103.1 Los Angeles

Hot Tamale Website

Newport Beach Film Festival Site

Michael will be a guest on Indie 103.1 in Los Angeles tomorrow (Thursday April 20th) at 8.00am. He will be joined by the stars from Hot Tamale plus there's a chance to win tickets to see the world premiere of Hot Tamale and attend the "after" party onboard the luxury yacht, Majestic.

Click on the link to the left to listen live via the internet.


Monday April 10th 2006

MEET MICHAEL AND THE STARS OF HOT TAMALE!

HOT TAMALE WORLD PREMIERE!

Michael's feature film, "Hot Tamale" which he wrote and directed, will be making it's debut at the Newport Beach Film Festival on April 23, 2006. The event takes place at 7.30pm in the Regency Newport Beach Lido Theatre.

Tickets are now available for the screening which will be followed by a Q&A with Michael and the stars of the film.

Visit the Newport Beach Film Festival Website to book your tickets online.

Or contact the Box Office at (866) 623-3849

Visit the Official Hot Tamale Website


Friday October 13th 2005

MICHAEL HOSTS RADIO SHOW
Michael Little Bubba and Buck McCoy

Michael is this week's celebrity co-host on the Independent Music Network's "New Discovery" Radio Show. The show airs on both radio and the internet.

You can listen to Michael via the Independent Music Network website at www.independentmusicnetwork.com.
Click on Country Show 13, streaming or download to hear the show.


Thursday, September 15th 2005

WATCH MICHAEL IN "NO WITNESS"

The DVD of the movie "No Witness" is now available to buy. Pick up your copy at your local "Best Buy" store or you can buy it online.

Michael plays District Attorney, Tanner Reynolds in the crime/thriller which also stars; Steve Barnes, Jeff Fahay, Marisa Petroro and Corey Feldman.

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Alternatively, you can rent the DVD at your local Blockbuster or video rental store.


Monday, August 8th 2005

An industry screening of Michael Damian's feature film "Hot Tamale" was held at the Wilshire Screening Room in Beverly Hills, CA.

Pictured right from left Michael Damian with Dave Weintraub of United Talent Agency, "Hot Tamale's" star Randy Spelling , and Jim Kirchmeyer VP of Orchard Park Productions.
Hot Tamale Screening

Wednesday, June 15th 2005

With production of the feature film, "Hot Tamale" reaching completion, Michael and his wife Janeen are arranging a private industry screening of the movie. The screening will take place in Beverly Hills at the Wilshire Screening Room.

The plush Wilshire Screening Room, the nation's highest ranked and most popular, known worldwide as "The Best Small Room in Town". In addition, an elegant art gallery is available for receptions. In house - Dolby Digital W/EX & Dolby E, HDCAM, D-VHS, Digi-Beta, Beta-SP, DV-CAM, DVD.HD screenings starting at $200.00 per hour. Student and independent filmmaker discounts are available.

Michael S Hall, President and Founder
E-mail: Michael@StudioScreenings.com

Link to the Wilshire Screening Room website
Visit the Screening Room Website

We will be bringing you news and photos of the event, so check back soon!


Tuesday, May 17th 2005

LAPD Celebrity Golf Tournament 05.21.05 -

With regret Michael has had to withdraw from this year's competition due to a scheduling conflict.


Saturday, March 19th 2005


Michael just finished directing the crime/comedy feature film "Hot Tamale", which stars; Randy Spelling, Jason Priestly and Carmen Electra. Check out IMDB.com and type in Hot Tamale for full credits.

UPCOMING APPEARANCE:

Michael will be taking part in the Police Celebrity Golf Tournament at the Rancho Park Golf Course, Los Angeles on Saturday May 21st.
More details to follow.

 

Tuesday, January 11th 2005

Michael will be directing and producing a feature film called "Hot Tamale" which he wrote with his wife Janeen, next month (February). We will be bringing you more news shortly, so keep this page bookmarked!


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