Red Carpet Cinema Premiere - Phoenix and Vegas

Kayla gets her nails done for her first "Red Carpet" experience for "In Search of the American Dream" to be held at the iPic Theater Thursday night in Phoenix, AZ and Saturday 1/28 at The Tropicana in Las Vegas.  Kayla plays "Monica" in the film and enjoyed working with the cast and crew on this feature film set to also premiere in Houston in a few months.

Kayla Launches www.KaylaValadez.com

Kayla launched her new comprehensive website over the weekend.  Please visit www.KaylaValadez.com from now on.  She will be rarely posting to this site; however, you will still have access to this information for future use.

Kayla's New Headshot for 2011

Photo by Debbie Porter Photography.  



Worldwide on Univision: Kayla Appears in This Music Video

This music video produced by "Mexia" and had it's world debut on Univision "Sempre Impacto", an entertainment and news show. Kayla plays "Monica" in a soon to be released national feature film "In Search of the American Dream". She was excited to know that many of her family and friends were able to see it in various states when it was broadcasted.

Actor Danny Trejo, "Machete" Says Hi to Kayla and Kenna

Kenna to Appear in "Haley's Angel"

Kayla's sister Kenna (7)will appear in a movie short directed by Israel Marquez called "Haley's Angel". The short film raising awareness for child abuse. Kayla will also appear as an extra in the story.

New "El Nacional" Movie Trailer

Kayla appears in the new trailer for the movie "El Nacional' currently in post-production. The film deals with the controversial issue of immigration and is set to hit the big screens soon. This feature film is directed and stars Baldemar Rodriguez.

Other lead actors featured are Shaina Sandoval, Jeremy Bacerra and Daniella Jimenez.

Kayla's Sister Kenna Lands a Part in a Movie

Kenna gets the news that she gets the part in "Haley's Angel" that begins production in Dallas in March. Her dad shot the video of her getting the news.

Kayla and Kenna Attend "El Nacional" Wrap Party 1.30.10

The Valadez Family with Director Baldemar Rodriguez

Kayla is excited to know that the movie she has been working on is now in its edit phase (post production). She recently attended the wrap party and enjoyed seeing her actor friends and discovering new ones.

Kenna (Kayla's Sister) gives "El Nacional" Two Thumbs Up

Kayla Poses for a Photo Op with Two of Her Fans (Veteran Actors Themselves)

"El Nacional" Feature Film Wraps

Kayla has been working on an incredible film "El Nacional" Directed by Baldemar Rodriguez, for the past two years. The project was completed this past Sunday, 1.24.10. Kayla was interviewed by one of the film producers, Elma Barrera, and was asked what it was like to be involved with a film and how she felt about the finale. Kayla said "Well, I really enjoyed being a lead in the story and getting to know my movie family, but I feel really sad that we are now finished."

Director Baldemar Rodriguez of "El Nacional" in the News

"El Nacional" is in its final phase of shooting. Director Baldemar Rodriguez was recently featured on WB 39 in the Houston market. Kayla plays a lead in this movie and has enjoyed working with the other actors and the director. We thought you would like this update.

Kayla's Sister Kenna Takes Up Acting

Kenna (6) has started to follow in her sister's footsteps. Kenna was recently asked if she was interested in acting by her parents. She told them, "Well maybe when I turn 7". Two weeks later, she received a casting call audition by default. "Default" meaning that her sister was too old for the part that was being inquired about. The casting team was looking for a 6-year old girl.

Her parents asked Kenna if she wanted to audition and she said "Yes". Kenna auditioned with an up and coming producer who had just completed "The Open Road" starring Justin Timberlake and Jeff Bridges. So, her first gig was truly remarkable.

Kenna will be taking her first acting class with Brock/Allen Casting this weekend in Austin.

Kayla's Cousin Raini Rodriguez Interview at Danville Film Festival May '09

Kayla's cousin Raini Rodriguez is out in Hollywood and was featured in "Paul Blart Mall Cop" and "Cory in the House" and soon to be sitcoms on national television. Raini has a contract to do two other films with Sony Motion Pictures.

"Rich Young Kid" Stage Play for "Fun Fest"

"Bobby the Rocker" and "Michelle the Rock Fan"

Kayla and her dad recently act in a series of skits on stage at "Fun Fest" at her church. This skit answers the question, "What would you do if you had all of the money in the world?" Would you use it for personal gain or Godly purposes?

On the Set of "El Nacional" Movie

Kayla was on the set again for 4 days of shooting on "El Nacional" movie, her first feature film. She enjoyed being on the movie shoot with her on-screen family. An article appeared in "El Dia" this past week about the "Magic of Hollywood" party held 4/7 in Houston, Texas and the film. A national televised mention of legendary entertainer Irma Infante also ran, who was in town from Mexico for the film.

The Cast and Crew of "El Nacional" - Pasadena, Texas

Irma Infante takes a moment for a photo-op with Kayla

Kayla participates in toasting the 100th roll of film, a mile-marker for the production now it its final phase. Kayla sips apple juice while the crew over 21 toasts with champagne.

Kayla on the set between scenes.

Kayla Attends the "Magic of Hollywood Fundraiser" for "El Nacional" Movie in Houston

What a wonderful evening of singing, networking, food, and unveiling the next phase of "El Nacional" the movie at Post Oak Grill Cafe. Director Baldemar Rodriguez partnered with the National Hispanic Professionals Organization for the "Magic of Hollywood" fundraiser for the film, now in its final phase of production.

Kayla was excited to be a part of this showcase and had a chance to see her fellow actors and actresses and enjoy the spotlight.

Many special guests attended, but most notably: "The King of the Accordian" Ramon Ayala, Irma Infante, Elma Barrera, Cynthia Neely, Ben Mendez and Saul Valentin of NHPO, Michele Fraga of Tejas Office Products, Inc. and more.

Pictured left to right: Actress Daniella Jimenez, Ramon Ayala, Kenna, Kayla and Tina Valadez

Pictured left to right: Irma Infante and Kayla and Tina Valadez


Michele Fraga and Director Baldemar Rodriguez

Kayla Valadez with her movie poster showcase

Kayla in her actor's chair

Ben Mendez of NHPO with the Actors, commending their hard work

Brock/Allen Casting

Kayla and about 15 other child actors attended the "Auditioning for On Camera and Film," a 4-hour class held at Hotel Derek in Houston over the weekend with Casting Directors Toni Cobb Brock and Sally Allen. Other classes were offered to adults and seasoned actors at the same location over the weekend.

The "hands-on" sessions offered personal attention, coaching, and advice on preparing for "on camera" auditions. The parents were treated to a review of the videos of their children acting and presenting their memorized scripts for the camera for critique. The camera doesn't lie.

Brock/Allen Casting is owned by veteran Casting Directors Toni Cobb Brock and Sally Allen and has offices and influence centers in Austin, Dallas, New Mexico, Louisiana, New Mexico, and Los Angeles. Their team has an impressive resume of clients they have served over the years to include feature films such as "There Will Be Blood," "Hurricane Season" featuring Forrest Whitaker, and "A Mighty Heart," to name a few. In addition, casting for television series "Crash" and "Prison Break."

Kayla says "I loved meeting other child actors."

Kayla is currently represented by Pastorini-Bosby Talent Agency.

Audition Tape: "Their Finest Hour" screenplay by Director Peter Brunner

Kayla auditions for the role of "Marcella" in "Their Finest Hour", a screenplay written and directed by Director Peter Brunner. The shoot takes place in California February 2008. The project will also be overseen by Director/Producers John Watson and Michael Watkins. Plans are to turn this 30 minute short into a feature film.

Test Shoot for "El Nacional" Movie

Kayla Valadez as "Monica" and Daniella Jimenez as "Nana"

Kayla goes on-set with her "El Nacional" movie family. Director Baldemar Rodriguez got the cast and crew together to shoot several scenes that he plans to convert to film to test the equipment and crew. "This is the first time our crew has worked with children and we want to make sure that everything works right before we commit to our shooting schedule this summer" said Mr. Rodriguez. See: www.ElNacionalMovie.com for more information on this family drama shooting in Houston, Pasadena, San Antonio, College Station, and the Valley.

The Martinez Family for "El Nacional"

Shaina Sandavol as "Angelica" for "El Nacional", makes a call to her boyfriend for the movie (on the set)

Daniella, Shaina, and Kayla on-set in "El Nacional"

"Young Bucks" on Child Entrepreneurship, a Must Read for Parents of Kids

Kayla (7) has been on a journey into entrepreneurship for several years, developing her future interests. We would love to hear from parents who want to inspire their kids to think like millionaires. Kayla now has several interests in development from modeling, to acting, do becoming a song writer, screenwriter, and director.

Her mom and dad are reading this book together to help inspire their young children to develop the ability to dream and develop strategic thought. Her parents recently purchased a journal for Kayla at the cost of $8 and now she is in business. This journal is to be used for her to write songs, keep track of books she has read, and screenplay shorts she has developed.

Her parents pay her $5 per 2-page song, $10 per 10-page screenplay, and have developed a pay per book read model, starting at $1 going to $20 per book (the more complex books pay more). Kayla is not on an allowance, she must earn her money, just like a business owner. To add dimenstion to this business, her dad will convert a screenplay into a mini-film to be placed on the web. Kayla will cast and direct her own movies. So, stay tuned! She is excited about her next venture!

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