Raishma making my outfit Possible for Mission at IMAX

Rebecca wears Raishma Couture at Premiere of Mission Impossible
I had a fantastic time at the premiere of Mission Impossible 4, Ghost Protocol, last week at London's Southbank IMAX. I was completely blown away at the vastness and clarity of the film's visuals and was even more blown away at Tom Cruise's extraordinary stunts that was filmed at the top of the world's tallest building in Dubai. It was a real star studded experience mingling amongst the likes of Cruise himself, Paula Patten, Gillian Anderson and my ever favourite Simon Pegg who gave such a delightful and funny performance of techno geek extraordnaire 'Benji'.
So preparations were on the way when Raishma and I got together upon receiving a voice message on my phone saying 'you have been invited to Mission Impossible Premiere on behalf of Tom Cruise'! How exciting! She circled and swirled in her boutique picking out glamourous and sophisticated evening gowns. I wanted to go for the bollywood look as part of the film was shot in Mumbai and I knew Raishma would pull the jewels and such artistry of her designs out the bag. After much huffing and puffing with trying on a number of gorgeous gowns we came to a decision. I felt a million dollers in this wonderful piece of artwork she had created. As always, thank you Raishma!

My experience filming the movie 'Chakara'

I have had the most remarkable and magical 5 weeks filming the movie 'Chakara' in Kerala, Malaga and London for Laidback films. It has been an absolute joy acting with wonderful and talented actors not to mention one of the most professional filming crew I have ever worked with.
Playing the wild, half dutch, half Indian character of Kate Messenger was both challenging and incredibly satisfying due to her ferver for living life on the edge of existance. This film offers such variety of scenes, location and journies of these characters.
I just want to thank everyone one this project and very much look forward to it's release next year!
Geoff Price our amazing sound man was kind enough to grab and capture some 'Chakara' moments. Enjoy!

I was so thrilled to have the The Jive Aces on board as well! For our opening scene Kate Messenger is working as a singer in London back in 1988. The theatre scene on stage is set in the 1940s. Here are some pictures again complimentary of our sounds man Geoff Price.

More to come!.....

Last Night of 'Behind the Fourth Wall Exhibition'. Charity and what's to come!

Last week, on the last day of Grant&Greene's exhibition, 'Behind the Fourth Wall', we hosted a Charity event.

After having had such a successful week exhibiting our pieces we wanted to give something back so we chose The Padua Charitable Fund, a charity that helps build houses, communities and schools in place of slums in the Philippines.

We held a raffle and had a spectacle of a show performed by Europe's top Philippine Dance Troupe 'Lahing Kayumanggi (meaning 'Brown Race'). I was happy to perform the 'Singkil' with them (a dance performed on bamboo sticks) even not having done it for 10 whole years! We also had the pleasure of documentary filmmaker Evian Cafun film 'Halo Halo' a piece that revolves around the lifestyles of Filipino families, students and entrepreneurs based within the United Kingdom, the United States of America and the Philippines.

SO what a night and I would like to announce that we have donated a stonking £410 for the PCF! That builds and houses almost two families, Anyes and I are utterly chuffed with ourselves and everyone who attending and dontated to this great cause. Thanks again for all your donations.

As for Grant&Greene's exploration of behind, through, over and into the wonderful aspects called life on canvas we are already booked for an exhibition in Paris, in South London and at The Philippine Embassy, London. Looking forward to seeing you all there!

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Last week, on the last day of Grant&Greene's exhibition, 'Behind the Fourth Wall', we hosted a Charity event.

After having had such a successful week exhibiting our pieces we wanted to give something back so we chose The Padua Charitable Fund, a charity that helps build houses, communities and schools in place of slums in the Philippines.

We held a raffle and had a spectacle of a show performed by Europe's top Philippine Dance Troupe 'Lahing Kayumanggi (meaning 'Brown Race'). I was happy to perform the 'Singkil' with them (a dance performed on bamboo sticks) even not having done it for 10 whole years! We also had the pleasure of documentary filmmaker Evian Cafun film 'Halo Halo' a piece that revolves around the lifestyles of Filipino families, students and entrepreneurs based within the United Kingdom, the United States of America and the Philippines.

SO what a night and I would like to announce that we have donated a stonking £410 for the PCF! That builds and houses almost two families, Anyes and I are utterly chuffed with ourselves and everyone who attending and dontated to this great cause. Thanks again for all your donations.

As for Grant&Greene's exploration of behind, through, over and into the wonderful aspects called life on canvas we are already booked for an exhibition in Paris, in South London and at The Philippine Embassy, London. Looking forward to seeing you all there!

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"Behind The Fourth Wall" Exhibition opens with a Standing Ovation

Rebecca Grant and Anyes Greene opened their exhibition of ‘Behind the Fourth Wall’ at Fitzroy House last night to an audience of prestigious names in the entertainment industry as well as avid art lovers. They were very happy to see special guests arrive such as David Prowse famous for playing  ‘Darth Vader’ in Star Wars as well as screenwriter and director Tony McHale also renowned for creating BAFTA award winning series Holby City.  UK's No1 jive band The Jive Aces went down a real treat to say the least. Top Philippine News Channel ABN/CBS also covered the event as well as documentary filmmaker Evian Cafun. 
The beautifully constructed digital works of Anyes Greene twinned the vivid watercolours and acrylic paintings of Rebecca Grant embraces the concept of the performer as well as theatre in everyday life. One goes beyond the "fourth wall", i.e. the "audience" from the performer's perspective, and feels more intimate with the theatrical piece. It is a must see exhibition ending this Friday 2nd of December.
Behind the Fourth Wall, by Grant and Greene. Fitzroy House, 37 Fitzroy House, Fitzroy Street, London W1T 6DX. From 28th of November - 2nd of December, open 10am till 5pm.
Please email behindthefourthwall@mail.com for further details

Rebecca and The Jive Aces with David Prowse


With thanks to L. Ron Hubbard's Fitzroy House, London.

British Film 'Chakara' shooting in India

I am very much looking forward to flying out to Kerala, India, to shoot a wonderful and moving film called 'Chakara' for Laidback Films, directed and produced by Nick Fletcher. I will be working with some fanastic actors including Ben Richards, Rez Kempton, Clarke Crewe, Catherine Nossier and Kevin Kemp. The film's story is that of a young aid worker who returns to her motherland in the wake of the 2004 tsunami. She finds herself unravelling the story of her mother's death back in 1988. I play the role of the mother, the wild and adventurous character of Kate, a singer and actress back in her day. I have also been commissioned to write some songs for the film with fellow friend and 'Young Busker of the Year' Jamie West. Very fulfilling to be working on this exciting project amongst some great talent!

 

 

European Tour with The Jive Aces Sept 2011 - (From my mini diary)

On the 8th September, The Jives Aces wisked me away to Paris, Champagne and Turnhout in Belgium for some fabulous performances. From car, ferry, then car we arrived at The Caveau de la Huchette. Little did I know that the cave before the 1500s was used by the Knights Templars and a while later The French Resistance. For all you historians check here: http://www.caveaudelahuchette.fr/1598/24102.html.

It was indeed a very hot but fabulous gig, packed in room of dancers. Early next day, we drove to the picturesque town of Champagne where we performed at The Jazzabar festival, again another wonderful and fun evening with the Jives and a very appreciative Jazz audience.

To round off the trip, we reached Turnout the next day for Radio Modern. Wow! What a show and a great sold-out audience of predominantly rockabilly fans, and over a couple of thousand at that! Yet again, with Vince’s incredible and genius acrobatic piano playing, the smooth tones of Ian's vocals and the singing of Big John's Sax, we once again brought the house down!

Caveau de la Huchette, Paris (darling!)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Around Champagne, France, before the show

 

 

 

Radio Modern, Tournout, Belgium

 

 

 

 

Rock on!!!