“Prisoners” Screening & Talk Back

Christian and I attended a special screening of Prisoners tonight at the Museum of the Moving Image followed by a Q&A with actors Melissa Leo and Jake Gyllenhaal, director Denis Villeneuve, and screenwriter Aaron Guzikowski. Christian loved the movie. I liked it too, mostly for the stellar performance by Hugh Jackman. I expect some nominations in … More “Prisoners” Screening & Talk Back

I Need Botox, Y’all! And Other Lifetime Movie Network Observations

Thank you to everyone who tuned in to see “Family Secrets” last night on Lifetime Movie Network*! If you missed it, it re-airs on Friday, November 8th at 8AM EST. Part way in, my cable box froze & rebooted. Murphy’s Law! From what I saw my dentist will be very angry that I have rebuffed … More I Need Botox, Y’all! And Other Lifetime Movie Network Observations

Classic NYC Week

Highlights from my classic New York week in a nutshell: — Worked on “The Following” where I cheek-kissed Connie Nielsen about 20 times & ogled Kevin Bacon for 12 hours. — Ran 7 blocks through crowded streets in Queens & raced up 3 flights of stairs at the Frank Sinatra School of the Arts to vote in … More Classic NYC Week

Yappy Hour Script

(Wo)Man’s Best Friend by Christian Finnegan & Kambri Crews Originally performed by Christian, Kambri and Paquita in front of a live audience on “Yappy Hour” at UCB Theater on 11/1/10. And, yes, Paquita performed this exactly as scripted. Remarkable little girl. ~~~~~~ INT. ROOM SFX: Sexy music Kambri is laying on a bearskin rug, wearing … More Yappy Hour Script

Extra! Extra!

Since leaving the 92YTribeca, I haven’t been able to commit to any gigs or new clients because of my book tour and speaking gigs. So, to make a few bucks and get out of the house during the time between tour dates, I’ve worked as an extra (or “background” as some prefer) on a ton of … More Extra! Extra!

About Last Night

Last night marked the 15th time I’ve gone on stage in NYC as myself. Sure, I’ve been on stage hundreds –maybe even thousands– of times as an actor back when I used to do that sort of thing, but that’s different. It’s an entirely other beast presenting something you’ve personally created to an audience with … More About Last Night