Complaint Review: celebrity actors camp

Bottom line: My family's experience with CAC has been steeped in integrity, personally impactful and professionally rewarding.

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Back in October of 2010, my children also heard an ad on an Atlanta radio station saying there Disney & Nickelodeon On-Air Talent coming to Atlanta to audition kids. They NEVER said "Disney Auditions" or "Nickelodeon Auditions." NEVER.

As a parent, I wanted to make sure that this group was on the up-and-up. I called. The folk with whom I spoke were VERY clear that this was not auditioning for Disney or Nickelodeon producers, directors, casting folk or employees in any way. There was NO misrepresentation. Period.

We scheduled a time for our three children to audition.

Of the 1000+ children who auditioned, 50 were selected. I spent HOURS online researching CAC and Adrian R'Mante. I read every article I could find. I read every blog I could find. I watched every video I could find. I( contacted the television station that did an interview with Adrian about his leaving a competitive camp because it was a scam. I called the State of California. I contacted the BBB.

CAC had a bullet-proof reputation, a stellar track-record and the respect of the industry.

We signed our daughter up for the program in Atlanta. Concurrent with CAC, she was taking acting classes and doing improv work through her school. Her teachers were blown away by the changes over the 9 weeks of the CAC program.

At the end of the Atlanta program, she was selected for the LA summer program. To make a fascinating story short: our daughter's skills demonstrably improved through her work with CAC. She was invited to stay on for the second CAC series as an intern (obviously, Marilyn, we weren't charged for that). She was signed by an A-list manager (after turning down three others who wanted her).

My daughter, based on her training through and affiliation with Adrian R'Mante and CAC had (and CONTINUES to have) access to more and higher level auditions that she could have without.

She is currently in LA making her mark during Pilot Season and is getting incredible traction not just because of her talent, but because of her relationship with and work with CAC. It has been worth the time, the travel, the energy, and the money.

Neither my daughter, my wife nor I would trade this experience for the world. I have and will continue to refer folk to Adrian R'Mante, Sandra Winebarger and Celebrity Actors Camp WITHOUT RESERVATION.

Dear Sandra and Adrian,   We just wanted to let you know the exceptional service that was provided to us, as parents and for our ten- year- old daughter, Morgan at your Actor camp this past month.  Morgan has learned so much in such a short period of time.  We feel so fortunate to have been a part of this professional camp and it helped us out as parents learning about this business.   We felt that this program far exceeded our expectations and we know Morgan just fully enjoyed going to the camp each weekend.  She told us the celebrity actors were very helpful and friendly. She raved about Adrian the whole time and told me that hes a remarkable teacher and friend as well. Adrian, thank you for inviting the parents to see what our children are learning.  We can definitely see your passion for these kids, its obvious! Morgan has more confidence in her ability and that is priceless for a parent.   Keep up the good work and thank you for providing such a wonderful opportunity for these kids. They gain such valuable lessons for their future in acting. Thank you, Sandra for providing such a nurturing atmosphere for our little ones. Please thank Phill, Chester, Jonathan, Cameron and Matthew Mitchell on our behalf.   Sincerely, Kathryn and Marcos Rubert kathrynrubert@msn.com

...Ah the fights continue on and this time in the camp of celebrities.  You can talk all you want but every so-called correct place must have a corrupt element to it..even if it is well camouflaged and greatly hidden.

im so sorry i just put that report because i was just angry i didnt get called and i just got kinda mad plz  dont think i actually meant that adrian called me i got to work with celebrities they gave me alot and they are letting me come back and audition adrian is very caring and i didnt mean to do that im sorry he promised things were gonna get better and he is gonna help me im gonna trust him i just got very sad because this is my dream SORRY

first of all i did that because my daughter was hurt and was crying because she didnt get called she has been trying to save money for of all i had to pay and now u tell us to go to a summer camp which costs more we lost all the money we were gonna use for college and do you even think we have enough money for college we are loosing our house me daughter is  sick now and having problems with her diabetes as you know we lost almost everything we had to pay for this camp and we didnt even get a call back and the list of agencies you gave us we called to some and they said oh this is the wrong number oh that is the wrong adress oh we arent available anymore my daughter worked hard making the letters to find out she had to make them again because they were wrong what type of company gives out false information we are extremely devastated and if u dont believe me well look at the other reports

Dear Mercedes and Ermys, You are making strong accusations that carry no merit or foundation of truth. CAC works with many agents and casting directors to give our young talented actors opportunities they would never, usually, obtain without our guidance. We have been in business for over 4 years and MANY of our kids are on TV and in Films. We do not guarantee work but we do guarantee the opportunity to showcase their talent in front of industry professionals and we also guarantee high level training with celebrities currently on TV. It's unfortunate that Ermys did not receive a call back from the Showcase but we are very clear and upfront with our families about what they are receiving in the program. Some of our talent do not receive callbacks and when that happens we have such a dedicated program that we give our kids a chance to come and audition again. (which you still have...even after this disheartning claim) CAC provides an in depth involvement in our kids lives and we are there every step of the way throughout their acting career to give them guidance and opportunities. Even after the Showcase, CAC provides a list of agents  and we teach you how mail out a professional headshot, resume and cover letter to all the agents on the list. MANY of our kids have gotten signed from the mail outs and not the Showcase who are currently working on TV. Unfortunately, no one can predict or guarantee if and when you will be signed by an agent or when you will work on TV or in Films. If a company did guarantee this then it is considered a scam. We are VERY upfront about what we are and what we offer to our families and it even says it very clearly in your signed agreement. I am providing endless LETTERS OF APPRECIATION, SUCCESS STORIES and TESTIMONIALS that disproves your claim. We are a caring and devoting company that continues to be in our families lives well after the program is over.  HERE ARE THE LETTERS, TESTIMONIALS AND SUCCESS STORIES: Featured Review

Celebrity Actors Camp (CAC) has changed our lives. My eleven year old son, Justin, has always dreamt of being on TV. For years he has asked me when I was going to get him on TV/Disney. I would always respond that I didnt know how. In April of 2010, I heard an advertisement for Celebrity Actors Camp and called for an audition. My son attended CAC in our home town, went on to CAC Summer Camp 2010, then 2011 CAC Pilot Season Camp. He trained with Adrian RMante, Chester See, Giovonnie Samuels and several other celebrity/industry professional teachers. Upon arriving to Los Angeles for summer camp, my son was signed with an agent and manager very quickly through an audition made possible by CAC. He booked his first commercial in October 2010 with T-Mobile. Justins current project, and most exciting role, is the part of Mikey Amato for the feature film Ira Finkelsteins Christmas to be released in November 2011.

Justins training included acting technique, character breakdown, monologue training, improv, and much more. The quality of the training he received became very evident to me when he was on set for his first commercial; it was as if he had been acting for years. He fit right in and knew exactly what was expected of him. He understood the language of the set and made fast friends with the crew. I was so impressed. The positive feedback I received from the crew/production company along with the amazement that he was on his first job also spoke volumes regarding his excellent training.

As a mother, I have had to learn a lot through this process as well. I didnt look into acting for Justin because I always assumed that it was something that was out of our reach - impossible. I was wrong. I too, learned about the business through these camps. I am so thankful to have made that initial phone call. Our lives are forever changed for the better due to this program. I never would have known where to begin without the excellent training received through CAC by both my son and I.

Adrian has a gift. He loves to act, loves to teach, and truly cares about each and every kid in his program. I still cant believe that Justin is filming for a movie right now. Its amazing to me that we have done so much in less than a year. Justins dream has come true. I am very proud of my son and will be forever grateful to Adrian and the CAC team. Bookmark  |  Send a Message  |

Posted on 3/22/2011 Was this review...? Useful (5) Funny (1) Flag this Review Tanya D.

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Within 2 weeks of camp ending, my daughter is signed by 3 agents!

A huge thank you to Adrian R'Mante and all the others involved with Celebrity Actors Camp for the wonderful, fun, and educational experience they provided for my 8 yr. old daughter, Livia. Within two weeks of completing the camp, she has already been signed by 3 agencies (one in Boston, one in NY, and one in LA/Miami). Celebrity Actors Camp provided her with the confidence, training, and necessary tools to help her get started in the acting business. From the intense acting lessons to the help with the photo shoot, we will be forever grateful to Celebrity Actors Camp for opening these doors for Livia. Bookmark  |  Send a Message  |

Posted on 11/29/2011 Was this review...? Useful (0) Funny (0) Flag this Review Darlene H.

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Celebrity Actors Camp Rocks!

Just want to say THANK YOU for your fantastic program. My niece (Livia Dion) attended and everything promised at the beginning, (and much more) is happening. I have to admit that I was a little afraid of my sister investing that much money but it was such a terrific experience for Livia. She learned so much and I can see how much just the training alone, will benefit her for years to come. You guys were great with all those kids and I just want you to know that I will definitely be an advocate for your program and will always speak highly of you, your staff, and the training. What a wonderful program! And the expense???? Well worth it! Fondly, Darlene Harding Bookmark  |  Send a Message  |

Posted on 11/29/2011 Was this review...? Useful (1) Funny (0) Flag this Review Sheila J.

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Celebrity Actor's Camp was an amazing experience for my son. He has always enjoyed the spotlight and has taken local acting classes whenever possible. My son Kaelan is in many activities. He takes classes/lessons for piano, guitar, acting, gymnastics and plays soccer and lacrosse. Kaelan was very excited to get an invitation to go to CAC. He wanted to take the camp badly enough he gave up a trip to Mexico.

I have been in business for 20 years. I understand the concept of overhead. It costs money to bring the teachers of the camp to Kansas City, rent the hotel, etc. So of coarse there is a charge to attend the camp. There is a fee for any camp or class that enriches kid's lives. I have to say I believe the first weekend of camp with Adrian and Chester would have been worth the fee to attend the entire five weeks.

Since my son Kaelan attended the Kansas City CAC in September/October '11 he has signed with a local talent agency, Exposure, Inc. He has also been able to audition for national shows with the help of the local agency.

I would highly recommend this experience to anyone with an outgoing child. Add to the camp experience motivated parents and campers, I believe anything is possible.

Thank you Adrian for bringing your classes to Kansas City!!! Bookmark  |  Send a Message  |

Posted on 11/14/2011 Was this review...? Useful (1) Funny (0) Flag this Review Kristin F.

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I first want to say THANK YOU SO MUCH ADRIAN R'MANTE AND THE CAC TEAM!

My name is Kristin and I was a camper in the CAC at Orlando in the year 2010 and then recently was invited/joined the 2011 summer CAC in Los Angeles, California. The Celebrity Actors Camp has helped me in so many ways I have no idea where to begin! Well I first heard about this camp through the radio and I honestly thought this was a big scam and I should just ignore the ad. The next few days I kept hearing the ad every once in a while and I started thinking at the end of the week "If I hear this ad one more time I'll check it out." And obviously, it did play one last time and I went to go check it out. THE CELEBRITY ACTORS CAMP IS NOT A SCAM. It was actually the BEST thing that has ever happened to me. It's every young actors dream, including my own, to work hands-on with celebrities - a.k.a professionals that went through many audition processes, done shows/movies, met agents, and pros that know everything about the entertainment industry. The celebrities in this camp are very professional and are so determined to help every single camper, including myself, be successful in every lesson and workshop they teach. They are completely honest with their comments on each camper and upfront which I believe is a true and helpful teacher. They point out our weaknesses that we have in our performances and help us improve on it. At the end of each camp, the celebrities, especially Adrian and his wife Sandra (whom are like the Supercouple team since they are helpful to all) talk to the parents and the campers about everything we have learned and what is soon to come. Parents and/ campers that have questions or concerns they want to talk about with Adrian, he will sit down and talk with them one-on-one with whatever performance needs. Besides increasing my acting skills, Celebrity Actors Camp has changed me as well (in a great positive way of course!) I have learned how to be more confident in what I do, became so much better in memorizing, and have become a lot better with public speaking. For a fact, all of these skills will impact my future positively whether it's for college or a future career.

Basically this camp is amazingly awesome! Regardless if it's for acting and/or for just gaining skills like I have received, I recommend this camp to anyone! Thanks to this camp, I got a local agent from Chrome Talent (thanks to Adrian because at the end of the camp he let the campers do a showcase in front of local agents and an L.A producer!) and the agent from Chrome has been giving me jobs to do and big auditions for things like commercials, Disney Channel, MTV, and other kinds of shows. I don't know where else I would be if it weren't for the Celebrity Actors Camp.

Thank again Adrian R'Mante and the CAC team!I don't think I can thank you enough :) Bookmark  |  Send a Message  |

Posted on 9/27/2011 Was this review...? Useful (0) Funny (0) Flag this Review Vanessa C.

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When my daughter heard the ad on the radio my immediate reaction was to roll my eyes. Being the cynical New Yorker that I am I was sure it was a scam. But my daughter is a determined actress and we had nothing to do so we made the appointment and went. The first thing that struck me was there was no sales pitch. Why aren't the trying to sell me on their program the way the John Roberts School did? They didn't even tell me what we were auditioning for exactly. I now know why. They didn't want just anyone getting excited about the program, because it's not just for anyone no matter how much money you have. You have to have talent, intelligence, determination and drive. This isn't about making money this is about building dreams. In my experience with Adrian, money seems to be a necessary evil to run a business as opposed to the driving factor. I've spoken with many parents who were helped out by Adrian, myself included, because he believed in our children. No one, I mean no one can guarantee your child will be on TV except the casting director who hires her for a show. If that's what you're looking for then let me know when you find it. What Adrian gives them is the tools to make their dreams possible. They learn how to prepare for an audition, what to expect and how to behave. As a parent, you learn the business and how to navigate though it, including headshots, resumes, agents and managers. The education is unbelievable and is all done by recognizable stars that have a genuine interest in your child and absolutely know the business. The cherry on top is Adrian then puts your children in front of people that would normally be impossible to see. The amount of success is incredible. My daughter now has an agent which I didn't even know how to go about before this. Many of her friends not only have agents but have booked commercials and even the coveted TV show. Adrian is not only great with children, knowledgeable, and a wonderful educator, he is an extraordinary human being. He is genuinely loving and caring. He is one of the best people I've ever met and I feel honored to know him. Even if my daughter never does anything within the entertainment business, what we have learned makes it all (including the money)definitely worth it. The best thing is even when camp ends Adrian still helps us. He responds to emails same day, he's always there for you. Bookmark  |  Send a Message  |

Posted on 9/3/2011 Was this review...? Useful (0) Funny (0) Flag this Review Annie B.

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Celebrity Actors Camp is the best thing that could happen to your child! We heard the radio ad and like all parents we had no idea what to expect. As soon as we entered the room the camp staff (actual Nickelodeon and Disney Actors) provided us with the camp brochure explaining the classes and training. Then the kids audition for the reps to see who has the talent to be accepted into the program. For the Miami Camp they had 1200 children audition out of which only the top 50 made the camp.

The Celebrity Actors Camp program consists of 8-10 all day acting workshops that take place on the weekends over the course of 8-9 weeks. Yes, the program costs money, HOWEVER, that being said when you break it down week by week, you get what you pay for and then some. Where else can you find acting classes tailored to children being taught by actual working actors. Phill Lewis flew into Miami the same day he had been filming on "Raising Hope". You want acting classes taught by a nobody who's career never made it anywhere you can find them at your local community college. You want a class taught by working actors who are also caring individuals, who genuinely want to "fast track" your child's career, then Celebrity Actor's Camp is the way to go.

During the course of the 9 weeks of training my daughters acting skills grew in leaps and bounds. Adrian R'Mante and his wonderful staff have perfected the process with training for Commercials, Sitcom TV, Drama TV, Film and Theater. They will teach your child the proper steps to "nail" an audition and as an added bonus, turn out a more confidant individual.

My daughter completed the program in Miami, Florida and I must say, the program has changed our lives. Within 24 hours of completing the program she had been accepted by a Talent agency. Within 48 hours of completing the program she received her first audition- a taped read for a new Fox Pilot. Her next audition is this Thursday for a clothing store commercial and I am hoping the roller coaster ride does not stop anytime soon.

They are the "real deal". If your child has acting in their blood, then you should hope and wish and pray that they make the cut and get accepted into Celebrity Actors Camp. It could save you years of beating your head against the wall to get introduced to the right people. Words cannot truly express the gratitude I have for Adrian and his amazing team. Bookmark  |  Send a Message  |

Posted on 8/13/2011 Was this review...? Useful (0) Funny (0) Flag this Review Kellie T.

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My 9-year-old son attended this camp in Orlando in March of this year. My husband and I are in the legal industry and are naturally suspicious. When we attended the first audition day, I was waiting for any indication of promises or misleading information. What I heard and saw that day was simply that Adrian R'Mante would provide my child with the tools to smartly audition for TV, commercials, film, etc. We were provided with the information in print that I could read and at no time did I encounter any false or misleading pieces. Each day that my son attended camp, I was mentally prepared to deal with whatever disappointment I would encounter just in case...boy, was I surprised. My son attended each long day without complaint, practiced and memorized exactly what was given, and enjoyed it to the fullest. We were given any and all information and feedback that we as parents could need. My son signed with an agent within one month of the camp, and landed a national commercial shortly after that. My husband and I took photos of our 9-year-old opening his college savings account at the bank with his first check, just last week. Adrian and his instructors provided my son with all the tools he needed (and more) to audition in various genres in this very hard business. Within these last few months he's auditioned for a TV pilot, commercials, movies and plays. His confidence is amazing and the compliments we get regarding his professionalism and preparedness are a parent's dream. He even got a congrats phone call from Adrian after his commercial was shot. Thank you so much Celebrity Actors Camp for all you have done! Bookmark  |  Send a Message  |

Posted on 8/10/2011 Was this review...? Useful (4) Funny (0) Flag this Review Nelda V.

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Celebrity Actors Camp; with Adrian R' Mante and other celebs have changed my children's lives for the better. Both of my children have attended two of his Marvelous camps! The celebrity instructors and staff at the camps are so wonderful and loving, plus they take the time with each child to ensure that their confidence, and skill in acting does enhance their further possible opportunities. The quailty of the education that my children have received through these camps has brought them many opportunities to succeed in their goals. What a wonderful, rare camp to be in and enjoy! I would recommend all of Adrian R' Mante camps. Bookmark  |  Send a Message  |

Posted on 8/6/2011 Was this review...? Useful (1) Funny (0) Flag this Review Stanley C.

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My daughter has attended Celebrity Actors Camp back in December 2010 and she has also attended their summer camp in Los Angeles. This really has been an amazing experience for her and for me and my wife. She has grown and become someone that I've never seen. This camp with the owner and all their instructors have brought the best out of my daughter. With the right attitude and support, I believe all kids attending the camp will have a huge potential to make it in the acting business. And my daughter is proof, she has an agent back here at home and out in LA. I would recommend this camp for anyone who is truly serious about acting. This is a wonderful camp. Bookmark  |  Send a Message  |

Posted on 8/5/2011 Was this review...? Useful (2) Funny (0) Flag this Review jennifer g.

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My daughter went to the camp this summer. It was above and beyond what we expected. Not only did she get the training she was promised, but she also got picked up by an Agency the very next day after auditioning. I wasn't prepared for all of the support that was given, I figured that it would be very regimented and to the point. I couldn't have been further from the truth. Adrian and Sandra are in constant contact with us, and have been since the beginning. Being "green" to the acting scene, we really needed that. My daughter was so upset that the camp has ended and has made life long friends in just a short period of time. I recommend the camp to everyone and appreciate all the hard work and time the instructors have put into this wonderful program. Bookmark  |  Send a Message  |

Posted on 7/24/2011 Was this review...? Useful (11) Funny (0) Flag this Review Joyce C.

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I wish to give a review for Celebrity Actors Camp, Inc. The company fulfilled every promise that was made on the first meeting/audition. Never once did they claim that signing up for classes would automatically get your child a Disney contract. What they did promise was that they would teach your child the necessary techniques for auditioning and performing that would be expected by a casting director. One day the campers actually received instruction from a well known casting director from the Disney Channel. He also gave the children a lesson on what the acting industry is really like. My child's last day was July 17th in Orlando where she auditioned for A Disney casting director, an agent from L.A. who responsible for signing children on Nickelodon and the Disney channel. There were also several local Orlando agents at the auditions. My child received a call from an agent the very next day. Adrain R'Mante and all of his employees (except one) were all well known Disney and Nickelodon actors. They were all great with the kids. Not only did they learn alot but they had a great time. I feel they gave what they promised and more. My money was well spent. Bookmark  |  Send a Message  |

Posted on 7/23/2011 Was this review...? Useful (2) Funny (0) Flag this Review Becky M.

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Our family lives in Indiana but was vacationing in Florida in June when we heard information regarding Celebrity Actors Camp. Both our daughters auditioned for the camp, one did not receive an invitation to attend camp, one did. This was our first experience in this industry so we did not know what to expect. Since we are from a rural area the opportunities to receive training at the level the industry requires is nonexistent. Our family spent many hours in our decision to let our daughter participate in this camp. For us the obligation was beyond camp fees we had to consider flights every weekend to Orlando, hotel and food expenses. We felt that whatever came of the training our daughter would benefit in a several areas of her life. The training is over. Our hopes were exceeded. Adrian and his crew developed qualities that will impact our daughters life forever. Whether she's auditioning for roles, interviewing for a job, interacting with her peers, or serving others she has developed a foundation for presenting who she is with confidence. Our family is grateful for this opportunity. We know she that she will succeed in anything that Lord desires her to succeed in. We also know that the Lord provides opportunities and we believe that we literally ran into Celebrities Actors Camp and Adrian because of the opportunity the Lord wanted our daughter to have. We are thankful to Adrian and his team. They believe in what they are doing and the desire to help kids achieve their dreams is a rare treasure. No promises are made about the future of those who attend camp. They simply state that they want to give you the required training to pursue an acting career. I've found that the company is very open and very reachable. I would certainly recommend this opportunity and this company! Bookmark  |  Send a Message  |

Posted on 7/23/2011 Was this review...? Useful (0) Funny (0) Flag this Review Misty R.

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Celebrity Actors Camp is a wonderful camp. Adrian R'Mante has a natural gift of teaching children. The camp does NOT promise any acting jobs. The only promise that they make is to provide the children with the tools they need to become successful in the acting business. My son walked away from camp with more than just tools to become successful in the business, he walked away with tools to be successful in LIFE. He gained an enormous amount of self confidence and he walked away with knowing what direction he wanted to go in life. I would recommend Celebrity Actors Camp to anyone with children that aspire to become young actors or that simply want to develop a sense of confidence in their children. GREAT JOB ADRIAN R'MANTE Bookmark  |  Send a Message  |

Posted on 7/21/2011 Was this review...? Useful (0) Funny (0) Flag this Review Susan d.

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To anyone considering this camp for your child, I am going to pour out my heart in this review. My son is currently attending the camp in Orlando florida. Joseph is 15 years old. He spent five years of his childhood battling with leukemia. We fought for his life with every ounce of our being. When we came to Florida through Make a wish we made a decision to move here. Joseph did a couple of commercials for Give kids the world village in Kissimmee. He was a natural and really seems to like the camera. Recently my husband heard the ad on the radio for Celebrity Actors Camp and gave me the phone number. I called and got a very quick appointment for the audition. Joseph got to audition For Adrian R'mante who is Estaban on the Suite life of Zack and Cody. Joseph loves this show and has grown up with every episode. I also enjoy the show. All the characters are excellent actors and seem like they are having so much fun. I am crazy for Phil Lewis whom we also met the following week and I might be more excited than my son . LOL. Everyone that works on the team makes you feel so special and comfortable. Joseph got a call back early monday morning and We could not wait to get back to the hotel for camp. We just saw the children audition and they all did an incredible job !!!! Adrian is extremly gifted to bring out the best in each personality and to build up their confidence. The skills these children are learning will last a lifetime . I have treasured every moment that Joseph gets to be with everyone at camp. He has made friends and is coming out of his nervousness already. It is very hard sometimes when an opportunity arises so quickly and finances are a struggle. I kept wondering how we were going to get him in this and we managed with a little help from grandma and grandpa to get him into level 1 training. I have been working on trying to raise up more so that he can attend as much as possible. I think the more training the better. Well things are looking up and He will be able to attend more. These actors love your children and are equipping them with an exsperience and training that is really priceless. Finally after much convincing I have been able to show my friends who were sceptical just how real this is. I wish Adrian and his beautiful wife Sandra a lifetime of success and happiness. Thank you for sharing your wonderful gifts and talents with us !!!! Love and respect Susan Day , Joseph's mom Grab hold of your destiny moment !!!!!!!!! Bookmark  |  Send a Message  |

Posted on 6/20/2011 Was this review...? Useful (4) Funny (0) Flag this Review Stacy M.

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Hello, My 6 year old son attended Celebrity Actors Camp in March 2010 and truly was a fantastic experience for him. He always mentioned wanting to be a "performer" so I took a leap of faith and made the phone call when I heard the radio ad regarding the Camp being in our town. I am so pleased that I did. Adrian R' Mante, wife Sandra and all the actors that my son trained with were so great. I recommend attending this camp if it comes to your area. Whatever comes of it.......I know you will have a fabulous experience and great memories. Bookmark  |  Send a Message  |

Posted on 5/21/2011 Was this review...? Useful (0) Funny (0) Flag this Review Tina P.

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I have had the distinct pleasure of working with Adrian R'Mante and his talented staff at the Celebrity Actors Camp. Adrian's camp travels around the United States working with youth who aspire to break into the acting world. Adrian provides classes for all different genres in the television industry: sit-com, drama, commercials, to name a few. He also expands his efforts into interviewing/auditioning techniques and the difficult task of marketing oneself in show business.

The camp makes an appearance in a city and advertises its presence on radio programs. The ads very clearly state that children between the ages of 6 and 19 can have an opportunity to learn how to break into the television industry. He makes no promises that it is a gateway to success, or that graduates of the camp will make automatically make it big. When the children audition for the camp staff they are told right off the bat that to make it big in the television industry hard work and a lot of rejection may be encountered, but if you really want it, keep trying. If you are right for the work, the work just might be waiting for you somewhere.

You are promised that your child will be taught skills that it requires to be successful in show business, that they will be treated as a member of an extended family, and, of course, that they will have a terrific time.

I sent my daughter to Adrian's Celebrity Actor's camp in Spokane, WA recently. I have to admit, I was skeptical initially about spending a good deal of money on a camp. We don't have a lot to spare right now. I actually investigated the camp online quite extensively prior to agreeing to sign my daughter up. I found quite a few things about Adrian and his camp online. Most was positive, but some was negative. I asked myself, "Where are the negative comments coming from?" Anything negative appeared to be no one who had attended the camp, had a child attend the camp, or knew Adrian personally. All the positive comments came from people who had experienced the camp, paid to have their child experience it, or knew Adrian for some time. "Besides," I told myself, "why would all of these wholesome Disney stars, casting directors, and talent agents associate themselves with something that's bad?" So, I took the chance and paid for the most expensive package that I could for my very excited daughter.

WOW!!! Am I glad that I did! From the first moment of the camp, I was impressed with the level of energy that was exhibited by the celebrities. The mood was electric. My daughter picked up on that and became electric. It just steam rolled from there. As the classes went on, she became more and more confident in herself, more poised, and completely excited about what was to come next. We spent 5 weekends hauling her to the camp and were so terribly disappointed when it ended. We all wished that it went on for much longer. It was AMAZING!!! She learned so very much.

I can honestly say that my little 10-year old girl went in and made the most of this opportunity. I have watched her develop a passion for acting, watched her work EXTREMELY hard to complete the assignments given to her regarding memorizing lines and practicing techniques, and become an incredibly confident young lady. This coming from my sweet little girl who was interested in only collecting new friends at all other activities she participated in. She became serious about her future. WOW!

The camp was run smoothly with little or no snafus. I found if I felt I was "mis" or "un" informed, it was because I didn't read something carefully as opposed to it not being provided to me.

The kicker is....it hasn't really ended. Adrian is very busy with his own acting career, his business, and life. However, I have since communicated with him regarding questions that I may have regarding procuring an agency to represent her, pictures that need to be taken, expenses that might be unnecessary, etc. He has ALWAYS returned my messages and usually with 24 hours. I almost feel like we're the only ones out there that he's dealing with. However, I know we're one of many. He makes us feel that way by caring and taking pride in his students success after they finish his camp.

The money that we spent was WELL WORTH IT!! And the services that the Celebrity Actor's Camp provides are ongoing, as far as I can tell they will continue to be provided in perpetuity.

Thank you, Adrian and Celebrity Actors Camp! We are proud to be associated with you! Here's to a successful business and opportunity for my daughter!! Bookmark  |  Send a Message  |

Posted on 4/12/2011 Was this review...? Useful (1) Funny (0) Flag this Review Dawn C.

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Hello, I am the mother of a 13 year old boy who has recently finished your celebrity actors camp. I would like to thank all involved. My son is normally a shy and introverted child with ADHD. He is a dwarf who was getting bullied in school daily. Since he was a part of your camp he has come out of his shell and his self esteem has improved a great deal. I was very impressed by the professionalism that all the acting teachers showed. It was a great experience and we are all looking forward to going to California for their summer camp. We are also very thrilled with the fact that he has made Larry LaFond's short call back list and am looking forward to hopefully working with him very soon. Bookmark  |  Send a Message  |

Posted on 4/5/2011 Was this review...? Useful (0) Funny (0) Flag this Review Ramona C.

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My daughter Ruby went through the celebrity's actors camp in Spokane WA. I want to let everyone know, that it was a great experience for us as a family, and her as a actress. It built herself confidence, and taught her how to own audition. Adrian R' Mante Was the owner of the camp. Him and his wife Sandra run the camp and according to Ruby "they are the best teachers ever." I cannot stress enough how much it helped my daughter, it offered her opportunities that she had only dreamed of, that would have never been available to her if she had not went through this camp. Also though the camp they provided the the opportunity to audition in front of casting directors, and she had not one but two call backs, and now she has her very own agent, that finds her all the work she wants. Since finishing the camp she has booked acting and modeling jobs. So for those of you that are contemplating putting your child through Celebrity's Actors Camp, It was well worth every penny. I highly recommend it to any of you. It was a very small price to pay to have my daughters dreams come true!!!

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Posted on 4/2/2011 Was this review...? Useful (2) Funny (0) Flag this Review Lynn G.

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I am writing this review to say how impressed I am with the Celebrity Actors Camp, Adrian RMante, Sandra Winebarger and his entire staff. I have an 8 yr. old daughter who is an only child and has always been rather shy. She heard the radio ad promoting the camp and begged me to call. We went for the audition the next day where she met Phill Lewis. She was so excited when we left. She said Mom, I want to be an actor. I know I did a great job. She did get a call the next day inviting her to camp. We decided to let her attend. The four weekends of camp were great. Each day she learned so much that prepared her for her showcase in front of agents from LA, NY and Boston. Just one day after the showcase she received a callback from an agent. She went for another audition in front of his staff and signed with them. I saw confidence in my child that I had never seen before. The agent told me that he had never seen such talent in children that had truly never acted before. He attributed it to the excellent training they received at the camp. I would definitely recommend the Celebrity Actors Camp to any child that has or would like to be involved in acting! Bookmark  |  Send a Message  |

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