Rooftop Party 🎉 Luau Style With Andy Troy on June 17th

Aloha Everyone!

Spring is in full swing, with Summer just around the corner, so it's time to announce one of our most popular events, our annual Luau @ 230 Fifth!

We're back again, in the private event space of NYC's best rooftop lounge, 230 Fifth! In addition, we will have access to the Rooftop Garden, with Manhattan's most spectacular view!

The Date: Friday, June 17th from 6-11PM.

FREE ADMISSION!

Location: 230 FIFTH (west side of Fifth Avenue between 26th & 27th Streets)

We'll be in 230 FIFTH's exclusive Fifth Avenue Empire Room

Upon entering the building, take the FRONT elevators to the top floor. There will be signs & staff to help direct you.

This private event space features a view of Fifth Ave & its own entrance to 230 FIFTH's Rooftop Garden & has hosted events by numerous celebrities including, Taylor Swift & Brad Paisley.

Drink Specials:

DRINK SPECIALS

$7 beer!

$9 wine!

$10 well drinks!

PLUS!

Free Leis for those not already wearing them as a fashion statement!

Umbrellas for your umbrella drinks!

Umbrella Drinks for your umbrellas!

*Dancing to all your favorite tunes with DJ CeeGoods!

Since 230 FIFTH's opening in May of 2006:

. Voted #1 most popular night life venue in Manhattan by ZAGAT

· Voted #2 Best New Bar/Lounge in the United States by CitySearch

· Voted #1 thing "To Do" in New York by Spur, Japan's leading fashion magazine

The Rooftop Garden!

The Rooftop Garden is a hot-spot in the summer and a not-to-be-missed winter experience with its heated outdoor Rooftop Garden and legendary hooded red fleece robes which are given to guests upon their arrival.

The Food at 230 FIFTH:

Besides offering a full bar, 230 Fifth also offers a full kitchen menu (serving food from 4 PM – Midnight), created by renowned chef John Benedetti who has been featured numerous times in The New York Times Dining Out section.

I'll add more details as I have them so stay tuned!

For more info: AndyfTroy@aol.com OR call/text: 917-754-4329

HG3 Got Laurels From San Fran!!!

 HG3 made the Semifinals in this festival... and I forgot to post it from February... LOL!!!

N8

Reminder

 I can’t be contacted through on this blog but if you are interested in contacting me please email nathanwaire@gmail.com

Thanks 

N8 

More Contests!!!!

 I recently missed out on qualifying for a major competition but like I said there are some others!!! Tomorrow I believe that the New Media Film Festival is making their judgments! They have some heavy hitters as judges like Rolling Stone, HBO, and 21st Century Fox!!!!!!! I entered two of my scripts (*BEEP* and HG3) into the competition!!!

Here’s hoping 🤞 for the best!!!

N8 

Update on Competition

 I didn’t get placement in the competition... there’s others that I entered!!! So my hopes are still up!!!

N8 

Launch 🚀 Pad Pilot 👩‍✈️ Competition!!!

 Today is a big day!!! Several major competitions are revealing their results this week and one of them is today!!! It had an add on section which allowed entries to be optioned by Confluential Films and/or Dynamic Television! There was also an add on that allowed writers to gain representation from Rascality Entertainment... I added both of these in addition to entering the main competition for the Launch Pad Pilot Competition!!!

Below is some music for HG3 that came from the previous films! I hope I get picked because I am definitely prepared for Human Game to become a success!!!

N8 

Human Game 3 is a Finalist in San Diego Film Festival

I have been getting a lot of Finalist and Semifinalist awards for this script. I hope that it gets picked up by a streaming service or production company. I even wrote a series Bible for it... I have Faith that it will be made.

N8

  

90 seconds pitch for HG3 and The PACT

 Here’s the pitches for HG3 and The PACT that I entered into a free pitch competition. I also gave them copy of the scripts.

Enjoy,

N8 

*BEEP* is the new title for BOY script!

 I made some major changes to my script BOY and it can be found on Coverfly under the title *BEEP*

I did it kind of fast because of contest deadlines but I think it is an improvement!!

And the book Boy: A Story Based On True Events can still be found on Amazon 

N8 

Sapien Films on Instagram

 Below is the link to Sapien Films page on Instagram 

Sapien Films on Instagram

Enjoy 

N8 

A Brief Discussion of My Books

 Both books can be found on Amazon and other sites!!! Just Google The Zen Cookbook and Other Bizarre Screenplays or Google Boy: A Story Based On True Events by Nathan Zen-Sapien 

Photos from the Andy Troy event!!!

 It was a fun day!!! I think the best drink was the Moscow Mule!!! The crowd was a mix. Early on the older folks dominated but by the middle of the night a younger crowd settled in! I met Andy and a few other of his associates. E. Vincent Burrows (Ed) came with me and Brian M. Wixson (Spock) met with us at 8pm and we stayed until 10. 

I have a few pictures of us in both the daytime and night at the party... Enjoy!!!

Semifinalist in Rotterdam and with the New Jersey Short Awards

 

Networking On A Rooftop With Andy Troy!

 So now that Covid restrictions have lightened up I have made the decision to start networking again. If you're in NYC March 25th I'll see you at Andy Troy's Dance Party. Have your cards ready... We'll be hitting them up early. Details below because you have to reserve your spot even though it is free admission!!!! So contact Andy Troy at his email or number below!!!

N8 

Details

Love the 80s & 90s? Our dance parties are always great!

So join us for an 80s & 90s dance party in NYC's best rooftop lounge, 230 Fifth!

It will feature:

Dancing to all your favorite 80's & 90s tunes spun by DJ Alex Tech!

DRINK SPECIALS

$7 beer!

$9 wine!

$10 well drinks!

FREE ADMISSION!

Date: Friday, March, 25th from 6-11 PM.

The Location:

230 FIFTH (west side of Fifth Avenue between 26th & 27th Streets)

We'll be in 230 FIFTH'S EXCLUSIVE FIFTH AVENUE EMPIRE ROOM

Upon entering the building, take the FRONT ELEVATORS to the top floor. There will be signs & staff to help direct you.

This private event space features a view of Fifth Ave & its own entrance to 230 FIFTH's Rooftop Garden & has hosted events by numerous celebrities including, Taylor Swift & Brad Paisley.

In addition, we'll also have access to The Rooftop Garden with one of NYC's most spectacular views!

The Rooftop Garden at 230 FIFTH

The Rooftop Garden is a hot-spot in the summer and a not-to-be-missed winter experience with its heated outdoor Rooftop Garden and legendary hooded red fleece robes which are given to guests upon their arrival.

The Food at 230 FIFTH

Besides offering a full bar, 230 Fifth also offers a full kitchen menu (serving food from 4 PM-Midnight), created by renowned chef John Benedetti who has been featured numerous times in The New York Times Dining Out section.

Since 230 FIFTH's opening in May of 2006:

Voted #1 by the Editors of CitySearch for Best New Bars/Lounges in New York City

Voted #2 Best New Bar/Lounge in the United States by CitySearch

Voted #1 thing "To Do" in New York by Spur, Japan's leading fashion magazine

For further info:

917-754-4329 OR AndyfTroy@aol.com

HG3 is a Semifinalist in Madrid

 

Nuff said!!!

I Finished The Series Bible for HG3

I just finished the season finale for my script series Human Game and now I am tweaking the series Bible so when requested it will be concise and to the point! The script can be found on Taleflick and Coverfly so if you are interested in seeing the first season after reading the script contact me. BTW I am unable to view or receive comments on my blog so email me... nathanwaire@gmail.com

Thanks!!!

Awards Acquired By HG3 Entering Contests... So Far!!!

 Not bragging but I have begun to lose track of the awards/placements won by the script Human Game 3: The Revelation. So below I listed the few that I remember!

AWARDS: Medusa Film Festival, Wallachia Int'l Film Festival, Madras Independent Film Festival

FINALIST: Swedish International Film Festival, Toronto Independent Film Festival of Cift, Cineplay, V.i.Z. Film Festival, Dubai Independent Film Festival

SEMIFINALIST: Tokyo Shorts, Arthouse Festival of Beverly Hills, San Francisco Indie Short Festival, Madrid Arthouse Film Festival  

HONORABLE MENTION: Tokyo International Monthly Film Festival

HG3 Is A Finalist In Dubai

Well, I took a chance and entered the Dubai Independent Film Festival... Now it is a Finalist with a chance of winning an award on February 3rd. You never know!!!!

The laurels are below! Peace!!!!

N8

The Link To The Diamond Award From Wallachia!!!

 https://drive.google.com/file/d/1OguxP7fhGz9Bb7Qnr5nbFIH7yPSvyT1k/view?usp=sharing

Here is the Google Drive link to the Diamond Award Certificate from the Wallachia International Film Festival... Home of Dracula so they know "Scary Good" stuff.

"Diamonds are forever"... Enjoy!!! 

N8

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1OguxP7fhGz9Bb7Qnr5nbFIH7yPSvyT1k/view?usp=sharing

Unedited Zoom Reading of Human Game 3

My cinematographer friend and narrator for this reading is Anice Jee. English is her second language so if you would like a copy of the script please contact me at nathanwaire@gmail.com Some of the actors did strong readings so if you are interested in one of them please contact me at the above email address. Below in no particular order are the names of the actors and the characters they read in the Zoom Reading. Journey Cedarbaum - Little Girl Steve Yank - Tyler E. Vincent Burrows - Motorcycle Man, Virgil Gerrard Zay Jeter - Husband, Clifton Gerrard Allen Z. Verne - Doctor Brian M. Wixson - Det. Shan Gregory Chater - Det. Mallorey Louis Syrgley - Jim Carlton Morgan Hope - Morgan Delaney Belinda Wright - Carol Gerrard, Biker Woman #1(Gigi), Police Secretary Courtnie Cooke - Mother, Biker Woman #2 (Baby Girl), Female

My HG3 interview with The SIFF

https://www.thesiff.com/interview-with-nathan-waire/ 

Here’s the link to my interview with The SIFF or Swedish International Film Festival!!! Enjoy and on Saturday January 8th at 6:30 I will be doing a zoom reading of Human Game 3 which I will post later on this week!

Cheers 

N8 

https://www.thesiff.com/interview-with-nathan-waire/

HG3 is a Semifinalist in Arthouse Beverly Hills

HG3 got the Semifinals in The Arthouse Beverly Hills. I will find out if it is an award winner on January 20th! Fingers Crossed!!

 

2022 is HERE and a decision has been made!!!

 HAPPY NEW YEAR 🎊🎆🎈!!! 

Well some things have changed! First, I haven’t heard from Swedish International Film Festival about the interview that we did nor when it will be published!

Next, HG3 is the script that we will be reading and recording on Saturday January the 8th! We decided to record it instead of doing it live because it would allow people to view it at their leisure. We’ve got some big names interested in seeing it and have already contacted others who may be curious 🤨 about the script and want a sneak peek.

Finally, I want to wish you all the Best of Luck and Love ❤️ in all its fashions in the new year! May your dreams come true in 2022!

Stay safe and healthy and full of ZEST!!!

N8 

Making a decision on The Lepidopteran or HG3

 It came to my attention that some of the actors slated to read in the zoom meeting felt more comfortable with reading HG3 instead of The Lepidopteran. I listened to them and now I must make a decision.

With the zoom reading just a few weeks away if we change up now we will still be able to put on a good show. 

If you ( the audience) have any questions or concerns please contact me on Twitter or one of my other sites or email me (nathanwaire@gmail.com). I want to do what is Best for all involved.

Thanks for your support!!!

N8 

Planning a zoom reading LIVE for The Lepidopteran

 I got a few actors together and I am planning on doing a reading for The Lepidopteran for social media to get people interested in seeing this one made!!! I have not figured out what platform to use but hopefully it will get a great response! Mid January seems to be when it comes together!!!

See you online and I will keep you posted!!!

N8 

HG3 made the Semifinals for Tokyo Shorts

 I am going to find out if it advances on January 7th!!! Fingers crossed!!!

N8 

Tia Carrere and Spike Lee gave me badges on FB

 Yeah I forgot to mention that this year had some Love ❤️ of a different kind!!! Earlier in the year Spike Lee liked some of my comments on his FB page and around his Summer celebration awarded me with the Top Fan Badge!!! So Cool!!! Tia Carrere did the same thing last week!!!! So Fricken Cool!!! Rock on!!! 

Cheers to even more connections in the future!!!

N8 

A little bit early but Merry Christmas with Peaches and “Feelin’”

 These two  made me happy this Summer 

Have fun and Happy Holidays!!!

N8 

 

HAPPY HOLIDAYS And An Update On Next Year!!!

 First of all HAPPY HOLIDAYS everyone!!! This year had some Great moments in it like winning so many awards and placing into so many competitions with my script Human Game 3. If I could afford to enter more I would!! But alas the year is coming to an end and new ideas and projects are afoot! 

So here’s a sneak peek of next year. I have already started writing two scripts and a book! I plan to complete them by early to mid 2022! Also, I entered a few competitions and film funding contests to see if they can help me make HG3... that’s if it doesn’t get picked up by some other filmmaking company!!! It is a Great concept for a series and should be made... God willing!!!

I should be chiming in with you around the Christmas Eve with a link to my interview with The SIFF! So until then I am wishing you all Peace, Love and Safety this holiday season!!

Keep your cuffs clean when wearing your heart ❤️ on your sleeve.

Take care 

N8 

I Almost Forgot Wallachian Award

 I was looking at my Instagram and saw the interview with Wallachia Film 🎞 Festival that I did when I won the award for Best Screenplay (HG3)!!! And that was when I never posted it or anything about the award 🥇 on my blog back in September!!! If you’re interested in seeing the interview go to Wallachia International Film Festival’s page 📄 on Instagram and below is the laurels on the selection... PEACE ✌️

 

Social Media Pages for Sapien Films

 It was brought to my attention that on my business card hasn’t been updated to include my other sites! Personally if you are interested in working with me just Google my stage name (Nathan Zen-Sapien) or my birth name (Nathan Waire).

But to make it simple my Instagram, Twitter & FB are all under the name SAPIEN FILMS 

I hope this makes it easy to find out what we are up to and doing... enjoy exploring!!!

N8 

I got the Finals again but for a different reason

 I got the Finals in The SIFF again but for my interview about HG3! I will post it once link is up!!!

My YouTube Channel

 Hey Everybody 

I do have a YouTube channel that you can leave comments on and if you like subscribe to Nathan099

I hope you like some of my old and new work!

N8 

If you’re interested in contacting me...

 My blog doesn’t allow me to see or post comments so if you’re interested in contacting me email nathanwaire@gmail.com

Thanks 

N8 

My Mother’s Latest Production

 My Mother has written over 88 Gospel and inspirational songs! She felt creative and wrote a skit based on the Biblical story of the widow and the pot of oil. Loving her I supplied the talent and cinematographer... and her creation took life... here it is!!!

FYI her blog is www.leapoverwalls.blogspot.com

Enjoy 

These 4 songs are what I have been writing to!

 Inspiration come from all sources and these really get me in the mood!!!

Enjoy 😉!!!

I'm a Finalist in the Toronto C.I.F.T. and here's the laurels!!!

Here it is!!! HG3’s laurels!!!

 

Links to My Coverfly.com and Taleflick.com Script Pages

Here's some link to my scripts on Coverfly and Taleflick. Hopefully, this will make it easier to access the scripts for free or at least with membership to these sites which I am sure every major production company has already!

N8

Scripts on Coverfly

Nathan Waire - Coverfly 

Scripts on Taleflick

TaleFlick Marketplace | The Lepidopteran by Nathan Waire aka Nathan Zen-Sapien

TaleFlick Marketplace | The P.A.C.T. (People for Active Community Treatment) by Nathan Waire aka Nathan Zen-Sapien

TaleFlick Marketplace | Boy: A Story Based On True Events by Nathan Waire aka Nathan Zen-Sapien

TaleFlick Marketplace | Human Game 3: The Revelation by Nathan Waire aka Nathan Zen-Sapien

THE HUMAN GAME 1

Just found the original Human Game experimental shoot... Enjoy this darkly comical vision of what became a super cool series.

Displaced Teaser

I just found the teaser trailer I made over 15 years ago for my first script called DISPLACED!!! The script can be found online at Coverfly.com and in the collection of scripts called THE ZEN COOKBOOK AND OTHER BIZARRE SCREENPLAYS. I recommend that you go to Coverfly to get/download the script in its true format because the publisher at the time the book was released did not have Final Draft formatting and created their own structure.

N8

I Changed My Mind About The VMA Clips

 The file size of the clips off my phone were too big for Blogger so instead of resizing I just posted most of them on Instagram!!! So follow me on my Instagram page to see them. My Instagram is sapienfilms 

Thanks and I will put a few pictures up on my blog 

N8 

VMAs Audience Clips

 So a young lady named Kayla H. who works for MTV offered me 4 tickets to the VMAs at the last minute. Of course, I accepted and had the ULITIMATE MUSIC EXPERIENCE!!! We were literally a few feet from one of  the stage sides (seeing that the stage was a circle that filled the Barclay Center in Brooklyn).  Instead of explaining the clips I am just going to post them over time and let you explore what you like!!! But here’s some pictures of the outside of the event. Greg Chater (in pink shirt) joined us that night... Hilarious... just a few minutes before I took his picture Paris Hilton drove by waving to us in a lime green Mini Cooper! That’s hot! LOL 😂 

Enjoy!!

N8

Would Love To Have This Made Into A Series

 I wrote a script about 15 years ago for about $2000 and turned it into a 20 minute short film about 10 years ago. It was based on the real teams of mental health care workers who service the tristate area helping the mentally disabled and ill.

Here’s the trailer for it and if you are interested in it check out Coverfly to read it.

BOY: A Story Based On True Events

I wrote this story about I and my brother growing up in the worst of conditions and later in life just before he passed. When I got ill I started to have misjudgments about him.

I hope you enjoy the book trailer and pick up a copy of it online! It would make a great film 🎥!!! I also wrote a 98 page script based on the book called *BEEP* which can be found on Coverfly.com !! Nathanwaire@gmail.com

 

If You’re Interested In Leaving A Comment

 Every once in a while I will leave my email address on the blog because the link between my email and my blog is broken. If you wish to contact me please email nathanwaire@gmail.com or call/text 9088683145 and I will gladly respond!!!! 

NY GLAMOUR MAGAZINE INTERVIEW

 I am very proud of the speed of which the article in their online magazine was published. I can't believe it...I got an interview with NY GLAMOUR MAGAZINE !!!!

Below is the link to the article. Thank you for reading and liking the article!!!

N8

https://nyglamour.net/be-persistent-but-dont-get-caught-in-a-rut-nathan-zen-sapien/

https://nyglamour.net/be-persistent-but-dont-get-caught-in-a-rut-nathan-zen-sapien/

The Award of Eminence for HG3

 I got the award in my email about HG3 from The Swedish International Film Festival!!! 

Take a look!!!

Scripts available on Taleflick and Coverfly!!!

Greetings all

I  just want to let all producers and production companies know that some of my old and new scripts are available on Taleflick and Coverfly!!! I recently put up Boy, The Zen Cookbook or How The Cosmos Can Screw You Left Then Right, Displaced (all feature legnth movies and 2 of the scripts were my first 2 times writing ) The PACT and Human Game 3 (TV series) Hung Out to Dry (a webisode) and The Lepidopteran 1, 2 & 3 (a crossover series that can be made for TV or film)!!! 

 So go to those sites and check out my work for yourself!

 With respect 

 N8