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Talent scouts in Colona next week
Official Hollywood talent seekers are expected in Colona in the coming days looking for character actors or maybe just the perfect smile. Interested residents are urged to “be seen and act talented” during the course of events unfolding right around the corner. If chosen, the lucky pick could become an instant celebrity and join the ranks of the rich and famous.
Up until now nothing much looks different than usual in town although we have observed several residents retreating to the nearby mountains so as not to be swept up in the expected revelry. Tonight’s scene remains almost pastoral. A passing person wouldn’t know something so extraordinary was about to take place here.
A Montrose economic development artery has crashed the bandwagon, seeking a spring board for local stage artists. It is now calling the event “Roundup of the Stars”. Its often unreliable recommendations? “Be yourself and don’t be a poser”.
In continuum, those who wish to audition were advised on film protocol, supporting roles and the detriments of casting couches:
“Don’t all bunch up in the middle of town,” it reminded. Don’t spit on the street while on camera and be careful when crossing Highway 550.
“Riding in on a horse may be a definite asset since the Hollywood types are thought to like horses. Many think we still ride them for our daily transportation an marvel at our keen ability to operate motor vehicles. They strongly advise strict adherence to a classic cow theme — with a river running through it.
Just last week the same fame-hardened town of Colona booted a UNESCO committee that had eyeballed the burgh for inclusion on what many see as a prestigious roster.
“This designation is a curse and recipe for tourism disaster,” said one world traveler headquartered here. “Take breathtaking Cuenca, Ecuador* for instance “It was once a valid, real and stimulating place — before it got that United Nations heritage label and all. Now it attracts too many cell-phone, emailing, non-Spanish speaking idiots who have no connection and little familiarity with the particular site.
