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2699 Lee Rd STE 101, Winter Park, Florida, United States, 32789-1738

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I went through the CGTV program back in 2015. I still keep in touch with Adrian R'Mante. Dude is great, the service as a whole is the best of its kind.

One thing you have to keep in mind with paid exposure opportunities like this is that they often oversell. In fact, they all do. It's quite disappointing for starry eyed kids. The entertainment industry is brutal. Something you've got to be aware of, it's far more challenging than you might imagine. Don't go through this program expecting a big break. That will not happen. No matter how talented you are, this will not give you everything you need. I learned that first hand.
Through CGTV I signed with an agent and manager. I moved to LA and auditioned for dozens of roles. Over 50 to be sure.
Never got a single job.
Only ever got a single callback.
I lost my agent and manager, and I'm still trying to find my place in the industry to this day. It's difficult. No one will walk you through it. I'm not that special, and you aren't either.

But Adrian will make you feel like you are.
He gave me all the help he possibly could.
Dude is a genuinely good person.

CGTV is an experience like any other. I went to IMTA a year or two before, let me tell you, the two cannot compare. IMTA is abhorrent when compared to CGTV. At CGTV, you learn from people who truly want to help.
There isn't any nonsense showboating.
No con-artistry.
That's a common issue with these types of programs. Very common.
But CGTV is different.
There's no manipulation here. None.

The class sizes are suitable, and the teachers are knowledgeable. I highly recommend the program for anyone looking for a jump-start into the industry. It's the best there is.

The opportunity it gives you to perform in front of a collection of agents and managers is outstanding. That's why I went. The showcase alone is worth the price of admission.
But that isn't what was most helpful to me.

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I was a part of CGTV's first purely adult class in 2015. I can't say enough of how helpful Adrian and his excellent staff of instructors were. Although I had performing on professional stages for over twenty years, the help take my craft to a much higher lever. I was signed by an agent right out of the showcase. WOW!!!! Since then I have continued my professional stage career and appeared on such shows as "Modern Family" and "Fresh Off The Boat". I also appeared on stage at the Los Angeles Theater Center
in Teatro Mascara Magica's production of "The Pitch" starring Paul ***. Thank you Adrian and CGTV. It's been one incredible adventure. Timothy

I understand the cancellation and refund policy but would like the cancel dates to be extended due to the COVID-19. CGTV would not allow a refund
March 1st I signed a contract with Sandra F. In the contract it states a refund and cancellation policy with only 3 days to cancel from date contract signed.
March 18 I emailed Sandra F letting her know my struggle due to COVID-19 with little to None hours at my job. Letting her know that if I could withdraw my son from the program and get a
refund please.
March 19 Sandra F emailed me back saying that it's past the deadline to cancel and we will still be moving forward with the program. There was no understandable reason why she couldn't move the cancellation dates to a further date or give a small refund back.
Families are struggling to survive and im one of those families barely making money to buy my groceries and necessities.

Desired Outcome

A solution to refund my money due to COVID-19. No one should have to struggle to find food and necessities

CGTV Response • Mar 27, 2020

On March 1, 2020,*** signed a contract for her son, ***, to participate in CGTV. I personally went over the cancellation policy with Mrs. before asking for signatures/initials, acknowledging that this was understood and agreed upon. Mrs. has also received training materials valued at $1,000

Mrs. emailed me on March 18, 2020 for a full refund due to financial issues. An excerpt of her email is below.

"my job has majorly cut hours and it's hard to provide the necessary things that we need with a very low income now. May I please be refunded all or some of the money I paid. I understand all circumstances and remember the refund policy before but I'm asking desperately please as a kind favor...."

I responded to Mrs. on March 19, 2020 and I haven't received a response yet. An excerpt of my response is below.

"...As far a refund goes, you have passed the deadline to cancel and receive any kind of refund. CGTV has been working feverishly on a plan to assist everyone. We are taking this situation minute by minute and at the end of the day, CGTV is running a business with salaries for staff members, rent and bills that are due. I want you to know that we are going to do all that we can, but please try to see that we are all in the same difficult position. If you want to reschedule the program at a later date, I can assist you with that. Let me know if you have any questions."

I understand Mrs. situation because my job has also been affected just like a lot of people worldwide. However, please understand that CGTV has a policy to follow, just as any other company and they are doing their best to assist everyone but sending out refund checks after the deadline is out of the question.

Customer Response • Mar 31, 2020

(The consumer indicated he/she DID NOT accept the response from the business.)
If we reschedule for a later date; in the contract it states that we can transfer our CGTV event,for a non-refundable transfer fee of $500. That's extra money we have to pay to reschedule dates. This is not a lifetime contract so Some money should not be held. My son is no longer wanting to participate in the CGTV program, and Due to COVID-19, there should be an extension on the cancel days. We signed this contract and paid 2,500 with the motivation of a full commitment but after these tough times of no hours and paying for necessities, including my kids school supplies. They have canceled my kids school year and I went from 20hrs to 0-6 hours a week. I'm asking for a partial refund please. We don't know how long COVID-19 will last and we should be able to have the cancel days extended.

My daughter went to the audition in Toronto in February. We were told how the company works and given the fees up front before the audition started. I think the company needs to be marketed a little better because what you're paying for is a weekend workshop with people in the business of acting. We attended the all star weekend in Calgary in May. It was the best experience!!! They did monologue workshops, cold reading, commercial and improv. Adrian was there EVERY single day from the early morning to the late evening and answered any questions. On the final day of the weekend is a showcase. There is a panel of 17 agents (from across Canada and some from LA) the monologues that the kids worked on during the weekend is what they performed to the agents. Call backs are sent to you a few days later IF the agents were interested in your child. No one ever says that you're going to get an agent or that you'll be on TV or in movies right away. It is a training workshop with a showcase at the end.
It was an incredible experience and I am thankful to have been able to take my daughter. She has definitely gained more experience for her next auditions.
If you're able to attend this event and if this is something your child wants to do then by all means please attend!! You won't be disappointed.
Thanks again to CGTV for an amazing experience!

+1

It it my sole decision to place my kid in this Wonderful opportunity. It is my decision to invest in my child. It is my responsibility to show up follow through,guide ,teach, coach and train my kid. The added benefit of having beautiful human spirits support my kid,love my kid,babysit my kid and train my kid is all extra and I never paid for that. That was never in a contract.So I take full ownership and accountability to make sure I do my diligence to follow the guidelines and process . I never paid for love,kindness empathy ,patience and sincerity. That all came from Adrian and his passionate kind hearted interns/(Family) and countless names including his wife,business partners ,coaches,agents and actors. Words can't express what my eyes witnessed going through the Showcase event, The stress ,pressure and having 100's of nonstop questions,pictures,and craziness from adults and kids alike. I throw my hats off to CGTV! Look no one can predict the future but if someone can take you their, I trust This Family

+2

Great program. Lots of help and talent and the host Adrian R'Mante was a huge help on getting people their start in the film industry. Highly recommend this program for anyone who wants to reach their dream of being a great actor.

signed up with CGTV in the fall of 2018 and just finished the week long VIP showcase with Adrian R. His brilliant mind putting such a wonderful opportunity together for people to learn about acting was an amazing experience. Adrian along with his wonderful staff provided such a star struck experience one will never forget. The information he provided to excel in the acting industry you can not learn in school but, it was more like a course just as well, a different look at the the how to preform to better your skills and make one shine. This coming from an actor himself. The energy and positivity Adrian brought to all who signed up truly amazing. Adrian brought Mangers, Agents and Celebrities to see the performances of all the talented actors who were in the showcase to Calgary, Alberta to have the acting experience in the possibilities of getting a call back and I am sure there will be. The friendships that were made and the gathering of great people from all over the world I would say, we will never forget, coming to Calgary, Alberta (Canada) what a win win all around. I would highly recommend everyone who has that dream to be apart of an awesome industry to try out... You have nothing to lose and more to gain to better your skills. a million stars I would rate this experience. Thank you so much we will never forget you and can't wait till you come back we would do it again for sure....Adrian R

I've been lucky enough to work with Adrian and his program for a couple of years now and it continues to grow in the best way. It is such a wonderful opportunity to be able to learn so much in just a few days and then put yourself in front of multiple industry professionals in one room. It's great for both actors and the parents of young actors really making it a learning experience for everyone because Adrian takes the time to educate parents on the many different aspects of the industry and he does it truthfully, while the actors are learning about the craft more in depth with such great instructors. Actors work with professional actors who have been in the business for years and know what it's like to interview, audition, be behind the scenes and in front of camera and do everything they can to fully prepare them for their futures. The industry is very competitive, but this program is full of positivity, support and encouragement. You make friends that become like family. It is important to remember that CGTV will not guarantee roles or representation, but will most definitely prepare you. The program is a lot of hard work, but it is also a safe, fun environment to be yourself and grow in confidence. I can truly say I feel like I've grown not only as an actor, but as a person by working with Adrian and being a part of his program. Adrian also makes time to be there for students even after the program is over for advice and any questions you may have. I am incredibly grateful for the knowledge, the experiences, the people I've met, the opportunities and the memories.

I took part in the VIP program and it was phenomenal. The training is pretty intense working a scene to performance level in three days can be challenging. Adrian is an excellent teacher along with his staff, they all have a great understanding of the craft and the industry. It is a very informative course with Q&A's with a casting director, Talent Agent, and with fellow actors. The information comes with tips to help actors in the business which is very important to know starting out. Since taking the course I have felt like I have become a better actor which will help me in my future.

Working with Adrian and his team has been inspirational. It has been great to see my daughter not only develop her acting skills but to become more confident generally. The programme also provides plenty of advice and insight into the business of show business.

Adrian and his team are very professional and forthcoming. They provide great training and guidance on how to maneuver in this industry.
He was always upfront that going through his program was not an automatic guarantee to getting a role or representation.
CGTV is about placing the right tools in your hands. It's up to the individual to take charge and use those tools and training to get to the next level. It takes hard work and time and CGTV is there throughout the entire journey. After completing the program, Adrian makes himself available to mentor alum.

I participated in the CGTV program back when it was first getting started. With essentially no acting experience and a dream, I auditioned for the program on a whim. One of the best decisions I've ever made, as it opened doors I couldn't believe and changed the course of my life.

The film industry is a very elusive business to break into when you're starting out. Through this program I saved years of wasted trial and error and was given opportunities that most people in the business may never get.

Adrian and his team want the absolute best for every actor who goes through the program. While there are no guarantees that everyone will succeed in this line of work, they do everything in their power to help you find success. Very grateful to have met Adrian and still be able to draw on his wisdom. Even though the program finished years ago for me, I've never really felt like I've been on my own in this journey.

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Brandon K. H

Before I get into specific details, let me just say that the CGTV Program is absolutely AMAZING! What Adrian R has been able to achieve with this program is nothing short of brilliant! These days, it's easy for businesses to fall under scrutiny and skepticism; the abundance of ill-established business ventures has destroyed the trust of consumers more than ever before...and those businesses looking to make a quick buck by preying on the hopes and dreams of so many innocent, uninformed people has plagued our society today. There are programs that take your money, promise the world, and deliver close to nothing. They have ultimately ruined the industry for those establishments that are genuine, sincere, passionate, and truly legitimate. CGTV is a true example of faith restored.

When the opportunity presented itself for my son to enroll in the CGTV Program, naturally my first instinct was to investigate its legitimacy...and I was not disappointed. The credibility of the Actors/Trainers of CGTV was solid...surpassed only by the success stories of its crafted participants. Every avenue of the CGTV Program I researched came back with positive results. My faith in the program became steadfast, and I was confident with enrolling my son into the CGTV Program as an investment in his future...one of the best choices I could make for him. This decision enriched every aspect of his life; his confidence, his social interactions, his positive personality...and his talent. The Actors/Trainers of the program have extensive resumés of Television and Film credentials; all of whom can be validated by visiting the independent website www.imdb.com as the primary source for an actor's work in the industry. I have witnessed firsthand how the training techniques, and the passion with which the actors train, impacts the participants (my son included). The actors of the program become more like mentors to the participants during the training seminars; creating relationships built on trust and credibility, and thus instilling confidence and releasing the full potential of the actors-in-training. I never knew how much talent my son possessed! Now he has the capacity to memorize lines, understand the directions of their delivery, and to recite them on-cue with the instructed emotions of the script. He has the ability to flawlessly perform improvisation, deliver a monologue, or do a "cold read" audition at a moment's notice. The skills he has acquired through the CGTV Program earned my son Talent Agent representation...and countless offers for Hollywood-based management contracts! And through numerous auditions and callbacks, he has managed to book both film and television roles...he is now a professional actor...at the age of 12! But all of this would not have happened without the training, and the opportunities provided by the program.

Probably the biggest contribution that the CGTV Program provides for the participants may not be training...although it is a HUGE factor. Keeping in mind that there are countless Acting Coaches and Acting Workshops that could train just about anyone, over time, to attain the skills necessary to act...and of course, this costs money. It takes lots of time, and money, through this process. CGTV has mastered the art of "quality over quantity" with quality actors, quality training, and quality results. It compresses effective techniques within its strategically abbreviated program, while producing superior results. The participants undergo intensive training, and by the end of the program, they are fully prepared to take on the world of acting. But this alone is not enough; the avenues to display an actor's talents are still needed to become a professional actor. These opportunities are not provided by independent acting coaches or workshops; typically, aspiring actors are on their own. Perhaps THIS is the biggest provision of the CGTV Program. In the Entertainment Industry, the most difficult task is to persuade an Agent to consider taking the time out of his/her busy day to schedule an appointment to see unsolicited talent...even then, hoping the actor HAS the talent to be signed by an Agent or Manager. An Agent or Manager will only sign an actor to a contract if it will be profitable, obviously...and understandably, that is the nature of the business. But once again, the ability to contact an industry rep, let alone schedule a meeting itself, is near impossible. And without representation, auditions themselves are impossible. The CGTV Program provides a panel of numerous industry Agents, Managers, and Casting Directors for its participants to audition for, and receive contract offers based upon their auditions! My son's enrollment in the program secured him his current Talent Agent, along with several studio auditions...earning roles in both film and television. The CGTV Program is the most effective Acting Program in the industry.

The CGTV Program is surely an investment...but its rate-of-return is definitely well worth it. And like any investment, its value strengthens with time, work, perseverance, and patience. But the value that I have found in the program is how it has changed my son's life; the results are priceless. The credibility and integrity of the program, the training from the Actors, the leadership of Adrian R, the skills attained by the participants, and the access to Industry Representation and auditions make the CGTV Program a HUGE success!

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My daughters met Adrian a little over a year ago. Since then, their acting skills have catapulted. Within a year, we signed with a local agent, they auditioned and was picked up for a recurring role with Hawaii Five-0, worked on two major films with a speaking part and completed a local health insurance commerical. It has been a fantastic ride for our family. As a parent, I have learned my part to support their passion for acting. Adrian and his team have also provided our family with the necessary tools and information to properly care for our children's dreams. Adrian takes care of every aspect needed. He understands from the perspective of a parent, as he too is a parent of two young children. To add, my children continue to train with local groups near our home in Hawaii, and they are almost always recognized for their advanced professionalism and skills. Casting directors and other professionals in this field quickly recognize Adrian's work with children, and when it is pointed out during local trainings near our home, my children beam with pride knowing the hardwork they have been gained working with Adrian. We are grateful for Adrian's commitment to excellence in providing the best for my children, and we will continue to pursue more training opportunities with him. He and his team are the real deal!

Noelle P was 5 years old when Adrian R auditioned her in Miami Fl. When she got the huge callback and went through his program, she not only gained confidence, experience, professionalism, friends, and fun, she also gained huge Los Angeles Representation. The same Agency still reps her many years later. Adrian has been there throughout the years of, helping with questions and advice and support for her parents to help navigate the industry as well.

Noelle has booked many movies such as ***, *** and *** Some TV shows are The ***, ***, ***, *** and some new huge projects on***. More to come that we cannot talk about until they are released! Noelle has also done many commercials as well! Keep checking Noelle E P on the only true industry database *** for updates about her work.

Our Family owes all of this and more to the weekend we sat in the room with him and his team seeing her passion, potential and talent and the leap of faith we took as a family to participate in his program. We would not have known how to begin Noelle's journey or that she would find success until Adrian's program, guidance and showcase. So thank you Adrian for starting Noelle's dreams and supporting us as a family to where we are now...living in Los Angeles because Noelle is a consistent working actress and loving every minute of it.

I looked up this business when I was deciding if we were going to send my son. The complaint that was made makes no sense to me after sitting and listening to everything I was told by the company. If you're considering using this company and it is what's best for your family do it. There are no promises made at all except great training. I couldn't be more excited. ?? It is my personal belief that this company wants something good to happen for every actor, however you have to be willing to work hard. However this is never promised.

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