For fun and for real: Detroit's oldest and best acting studio. A private acting studio that also serves as a resource center for actors and filmmakers.
Currently promoting THE DETROIT SHORT FILMS FEATURE on Seed & Spark: https://seedandspark.com/fund/the-detroit-short-films-feature Since 1984.
06/12/2026
It's been a crazy two weeks as we prep for lots of filmmaking this summer! Still more thank-yous to give and we will get to that... But in the meantime, here's a fun camp we're promoting for kids ages 6-11. (12 years old is OK too.) Perfect for the last-minute parent who needs to keep her child busy next week!
05/28/2026
has many social media shoutouts to make in the next few days to honor our phenomenal donors. Each deserves time in the sun. Then a quick pivot back to production! Stay with us to keep up with our progress. Many thanks to the help we received from our Seed&Spark mentor, Rocco! is a crowdfunding platform for creatives.
05/25/2026
🇺🇸We hope everyone had a peaceful, meaningful Memorial Day as we think of the sacrifices made on our behalf. There are many actors who have served: James Stewart, Tony Curtis, Kris Kristofferson and Adam Driver, to name a few. At our studio, we are proud to work with James E. Howey, a 25-year career veteran of the US Navy. Thank you for your service, Howey! ⚓️ Howey stars in "Home for Christmas," one of the 12 shorts in . Consider a pledge in Howey's honor! Link in bio.
05/25/2026
Part II of our Social Media Shoutout to THE AMAZING EAGANS... Laura and her family: John, Jan and John II. The Amazing Eagans came together to support , in which Laura not only shines as an actor but is making her directorial debut. Impressive, indeed! If you knew how astoundingly talented Laura is, you would PLEDGE TODAY to push us toward our stretch goals and to show your support for ! The additional cash will get more props and resources for Laura's film, 'Saturdays Used to Come Once A Week,' starring and . Link in bio.
05/20/2026
From the : "As we push through our final six days, we'll continue our shoutouts to our incredible supporters. Big, big thanks to Melissa Runge-Morris, a woman who is a sensitive, funny, thoughtful actor. Melissa holds the distinction of getting us over the Green Light hurdle!" Join Melissa and make a pledge now! https://seedandspark.com/fund/the-detroit-short-films-feature
05/18/2026
We got our initial goal! With pleasant persistence, my super team succeeded in securing the support of some extraordinary humans! WE LOVE OUR PLEDGERS!! 💚But with nine days, five hours and 25 minutes to go, we can't stop here. WE ARE GOING FOR OUR S-T-R-E-T-C-H GOALS!!! This additional cash will cover better costumes, sets, lighting, the full cost of the theater, a red carpet, the after-party and catering. New to this scene? Hitch your wagon to a star and pledge today! Link in bio. 😘
"EVERYONE KNOWS MARINO!" That has been a saying at our studio ever since young actor Marino Jones set foot in the kids' classes. Marino has gone on to a role in 'Nothing Ever Changes' and will have a role in one of the short DSFF films too! We thank your for your pledge of support and appreciate your belief in us, Ted Jones and Marino Jones! So does Laura...
(Calling on all our friends, past students and colleagues to give us a pledge -- every dollar counts as we seek to elevate Detroit film artists! https://seedandspark.com/fund/the-detroit-short-films-feature )
Here is our story: a bunch of Detroit creatives setting out to produce and elevate a variety of insanely talented film artists: directors, actors, art directors, crew, etc. Join our film family as we seek finishing funds for this truly amazing project. Make a pledge today: https://seedandspark.com/fund/the-detroit-short-films-feature
We've got some insanely talented people who have poured their talents into a series of beautiful short films. Join us. Be a part of our creative community. Pledge today. Link in bio.