Hey world! Here I am without hair or makeup, becoming Pepper at "Son of Monsterpalooza."  (Doubly scary!) http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?v=237494353051297&set=vb.265224094733&type=2&theater

Tune in for my interview with Roaring Success Radio!

TODAY! Wednesday, Dec. 26 @ 9am PST.

Listen: http://www.rsuccessradio.com 

or http://castlerockradio.com

Call in: 888-321-7234

OMG, THIS GRINCH'S HEART JUST GREW 3 SIZES!
SO DOPE!

I got my gift early!

SANTA COMES TONIGHT!
THEN PEPPER, A WEEK FROM WEDNESDAY!

Really?!  The Sunday night before Christmas Eve and I get an audition from a rep I'm not even signed with?  And here we thought Hollywood had shut down!  Bahahahahahaha!!!

23 years after joining SAG, I finally made health insurance.  Never so thrilled to pay a premium!

Survived a solid month of whirlwind meetings and finally signed with a fantastic manager.  Bring on 2013!

PEPPER'S BIG IN SPAIN!
http://www.formulatv.com/noticias/28434/naomi-grossman-actriz-sufre-cambio-radical-para-convertirse-pepper-american-horror-story/

"Breakout character of the season?" And I don't even think they mean my post-makeup face! http://alienbee.net/exclusive-interview-actress-naomi-grossman-talks-american-horror-story-asylum/

This is Asylum-insane. There's a group lobbying to have me host SNL:  http://www.facebook.com/groups/319880784791777/
I, of course, would be cool with just an audition!

SERIOUSLY?!?!?!

TO ALL THOSE ACTING TEACHERS 

WHO TOLD ME NOT TO PUSH IT:

Hilarious photo recap of tonight's episode:  http://www.tv.com/news/american-horror-story-asylum-the-coat-hanger-review-shes-back-photo-recap-30269/

I especially like the "very attractive, funny, funny, funny, young actress" part!  http://www.brandonsun.com/entertainment/breaking-news/american-horror-story-makeup-effects-crew-have-unique-freedom-in-industry-183030721.html?thx=y

I love it when a reporter asks questions, then reports the answers!  http://www.examiner.com/article/a-conversation-with-american-horror-story-asylum-s-naomi-grossman

Ryan Murphy acknowledges Pepper as a fan favorite in the Huff Po:
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/12/06/american-horror-story-pepper_n_2250297.html
SCHWING!!

WOW!  Just made Entertainment Weekly's "Best of 2012!"
http://popstyle.ew.com/2012/12/04/american-horror-story-asylum-naomi-grossman/

Not entirely accurate, but perhaps any press is good press?  http://www.taosnews.com/entertainment/article_32c840c4-3cc1-11e2-91f3-0019bb2963f4.html

OR you can see me ho-out live...

See me ho-out on the big screen at 

the Hollywood Reel Independent Film Festival!

"Wigga Pleaze!" screens NEXT TUESDAY, 12/4 @4:15 

at the New Beverly Cinema 

(7165 W. Beverly Blvd, just west of La Brea).  Link UP!

If you're gonna wind up on the side of a milk carton, 

THIS is the way to go.

Another tween dream realized: my own techno song! http://youtu.be/M2KQrV4jbBo

This "brave" and "beautiful actress" business just never gets old! (Though perhaps I should speak for myself.) http://horrorboom.com/tag/naomi-grossman-interview/

Great. Now the whole world thinks I have a speech impediment. Enjoy my slurred interview and super cool behind-the-scenes footage!

In case anyone's shopping for wigs this Black Friday: http://www.mcwigs.com/blog/actress-naomi-grossman

Taking gratitude to whole other level this year...

Though I am PARTICULARLY thankful IT'S MAKEUP!

For those who missed it earlier tonight, here's "The Insider" segment, featuring my magical makeup transformation:
http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?v=300374843408101

For added enjoyment, drink every time they say "beautiful actress!"

TOMORROW NIGHT!  Pepper's on "Entertainment Tonight's" sister show, "THE INSIDER."  That's Wednesday, 11/21 on CBS (channel 2?) and again at 9:30pm on KCAL9.  Check local listings!

(Segment will include my completely loopy interview, highlights of the SPFX makeup transformation, and maybe even my big head shave -- also viewable here: http://youtu.be/HHcgVOt1aao ).

OMG I JUST DIED!!

MY BIG HEAD SHAVE ON YOUTUBE!:  http://youtu.be/HHcgVOt1aao

Also featuring Emmy award winning hair stylist Monte C. Haught, as well as AHS makeup magi Eryn Krueger Mekash, Jason Hamer, and Mike Mekash.  Hair was later donated to Locks of Love.

I just received my first fan GIFT! Thank you to http://www.michaelspirito.com for sharing your talent and craft with me!

My interview with "Monsters & Critics":
http://www.monstersandcritics.com/smallscreen/features/article_1706572.php/American-Horror-Story-Asylum-exclusive-Naomi-Grossman-s-amazing-transformation-to-Pepper

"Wigga Pleaze!" has been accepted into the 2012 Hollywood Reel Independent Film Festival!

I'm really enjoying being in this new sorority ;)

I smell an endorsement deal!

I just got recognized for the first time on the street from AHS.  I was experiencing mixed feelings of pride and self-revulsion, when my new fan emailed me the sweetest message and photo:

"Hey Naomi,

Thank you so much for making my day!  I just wanted to let you know that you're Hilarious!  Hopefully our paths will cross again either on the screen or stage.  Here is the photo we took.  If you are ever looking for any teen actors for Red Meat Entertainment Sketches, I'd love to audition!"

A rollicking recap of last night's Nor'easter (too soon?!):
http://www.tv.com/news/american-horror-story-asylum-noreaster-review-thar-she-blows-photo-recap-29978/

An interesting review of Pepper's role in AHS:  http://tvandpop.com/2012/10/30/ahs-asylum-and-the-problem-of-freaks-tod-browning-1932/, with a nice nod to me:

"Chaney came immediately to mind when I went to Grossman's website, where I learned more about her work as a writer and actor.  It's uncanny, like she's channelling Lon Chaney..."

MY STARmeter is up to 362 on IMDb. WHAT IS GOING ON??!! http://www.imdb.com/name/nm1303594/

Had a blast at "Son of Monsterpalooza" today!

Another hilarious recap from this week's episode, this time with an animated Pepper!

http://www.tv.com/news/american-horror-story-asylum-tricks-and-treats-review-the-demon-and-the-tramp-photo-recap-29919/

I try not to get political, but...

LANGE AND I ARE GOING HEAD TO PINHEAD TONIGHT IN "AHS ASYLUM." Get committed: Wednesdays @ 10pm on FX.

Here's a very silly photo-recap of last week's episode, with a nice mention of my girl, Pepper:
http://www.tv.com/news/american-horror-story-asylum-premiere-review-butt-seriously-folks-photo-recap-29860/

On THE FRONT PAGE of the Huffington Post:

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/10/22/american-horror-story-asylum-pepper-naomi-grossman_n_2001114.html?utm_hp_ref=tv

Debates and Pepper!  Weeeeee!!!

Wow, so glad I took Portuguese... Pepper is BIG in Brasil!:
http://americanhorrorbr.blogspot.com.br/2012/10/review-de-american-horror-story-asylum.html

And I quote: "Pepper já foi eleita a coadjuvante mais assustadora de toda a história da televisão americana."

Translation: "Pepper was voted the scariest helper in the history of American television!"

I no longer have to worry about friends posting incriminating photos of me of fb...  

They've got NOTHING on the ones strangers post on Instagram!

Straight out of Briarcliff! If Sister Jude asks, this is where I'll be:http://www.monsterpalooza.com/sonofmonsterpalooza/index.html

PEPPER TWEET! https://twitter.com/Pepper_AHS

Wow! A record 3.85 MILLION viewers tuned into AHS last night. If you're one of the few who missed it, here's recap, with a nice nod to my character, "Pepper:" http://collider.com/american-horror-story-season-2-episode-1-recap/204054/

Why, YES, Mitt. I AM better off than I was 4 years ago!

My interview with OTRC.com: http://www.ontheredcarpet.com/video?id=8848574

Phenomenal premiere last night!

The season's off to a sensational start!

Don't blink!

  And my job here is done!

"Wigga Pleaze" screens at the Wilshire Screening Room (8670 Wilshire Blvd. #112; Beverly Hills) next Monday, Sept. 17 at 8pm.  Come early (7pm) for a catered reception, and stay late (till 11pm) to network with the NUEA!

"As coming-of-age stories go, this one is not particularly powerful or incisive.  However, Grossman is such a charismatic performer that we don’t care.  We are riveted to her every word and gesture during this 45-minute theatrical treat.  Briskly directed by Richard Embardo, “Girl in Argentine Landscape” is well worth a trip to the Gene Frankel Theatre." 
-Backstage

"A wonderful and endearing tale of self exploration...

Grossman is very talented -- her solo performance is entertaining and energetic while her script is humorous and witty...

...Her performance is thoroughly engaging and tremendously sincere... At times, the acting felt so natural and candid, that I found myself almost thinking of Naomi as a friend.

While this play does raise some interesting questions about identity, it is ultimately light-hearted and fun: you’ll come out feeling good about yourself and of course, wanting to travel to Argentina."  

-Theatre Is Easy

http://www.theasy.com/Reviews/FringeFestival/2012/girlinargentinelandscape.php

4 STARS FROM TIME OUT NEW YORK!
http://www.timeout.com/newyork/theater/girl-in-argentine-landscape

OK. Random!  Was nominated for "best female short filmmaker" by the Action on Film Festival! (Screening this weekend!)

FANTASTIC OPENING IN NYC LAST NIGHT!  

Only 3 more shows to go:
WED 8/15 @8PM
FRI 8/17 @4PM
TUES 8/21 @9:45PM
(Note: the 8/23 performance has been cancelled... 

Hollywood calls!)

Appearing on "The Artsy Fartsy Show," on WBAI 99.5 FM, today at 2pm EST!

Next week at the AOF Fest!

Next week at FringeNYC!

Tix: http://www.ticketweb.com/t3/sale/SaleEventDetail?dispatch=loadSelectionData&pl=fringenyc&eventId=4754605

Industry comps: RedMeatEntertainment@gmail.com 

Damn, my NY publicist is working hard!

http://ny.remezcla.com/2012/latin/nyc-girl-in-argentine-landscape-play-gene-frankel/

http://www.timeout.com/newyork/theater/girl-in-argentine-landscape

http://theater.nytimes.com/show/67023/FringeNYC-Girl-in-Argentine-Landscape/overview

http://www.nyc-arts.org/events/20258/fringenyc-girl-in-argentine-landscape

http://www.theatermania.com/off-off-broadway/shows/girl-in-argentine-landscape_193339/

http://www.i4u.com/2012/08/new-mexico/girl-fringenyc-argentine-landscape

http://www.ticketweb.com/t3/sale/SaleEventDetail?dispatch=loadSelectionData&pl=fringenyc&eventId=4754605

New Yorkers, you are cordially invited: http://www.facebook.com/events/405754636140906/

ATTN. EAST COAST: http://broadwayworld.com/article/GIRL-IN-ARGENTINE-LANDSCAPE-Begins-814-as-Part-of-NYC-Fringe-20120801

Had a blast shooting "Bakersfield, Earth" this weekend. Such a hilariously talented cast and crew!

In case you haven't checked out my YouTube channel, it's an ENDLESS source of sage advice, and a RIVETING summer read!

My interview with NYTheatre.com: http://www.nytheatre.com/Nytheatrenow/QandA/naomi-grossman-girl-in-argentine-landscape

Woah. Just learned of this morning's Emmy nominations: American Horror Story is tied with Mad Men for the most nominations. 17! Nice time to be joining the show!

In a web series, debuting at the Downtown Independent next Tuesday.

Perhaps my favorite anecdote from this recent run in Taos: a woman came to the box office with ten bucks and a dozen eggs from her coop. She got in.

BEAUTIFUL REVELATION: In 3 days, I made more doing self-produced theatre in the boonies than I make in 2 weeks at my very respectable, survival job in Los Angeles.

Just did a press junket at KGEM-TV for the Action on Film International Film Festival!

I've just been informed that people are STILL trying to make reservations... FOLKS! The show is OVER!!! The 21 messages you left with reservations an hour prior to showtime just about killed my 73 y/o mother running the box office! She is convalescing, and I have skipped town!!

Got about the nicest compliment ever last night, when a man after the show said, "that was the best hour he'd spent in years."

OY. Only in Taos do you consider adding a 3rd performance to a given night, 4 hours before it's supposedly going to happen.

I'm such a sucker for a standing O!

WOW! All 3 shows, completely sold-out! Adding a 4th performance: Saturday matinee at 5! (The Metta Theatre; 1470 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, El Prado, NM; Tix/info: 575-776-8657)

Thrilled to be acting along side the comic genii Ethan Sandler, Missi Pyle, and Artemis Pebdani in writer/director David Quantic's "Bakersfield, Earth." If you can give a little to the kickstarter campaign, please do. (You know I don't come cheap. JK!)

Another nice write-up in TaosNews.com.

Just booked a recurring role on FX's "American Horror Story!"

TAOSEÑOS! This one's for you: http://www.facebook.com/events/239112342867158/

Got cast as another yoga guru... Madness ensues! http://www.funnyordie.com/videos/b303a8582c/one-ups-yoga

Yo, Wigga goin to the Action on Film International Film Festival, holla! (Burka Girls have been invited too, though are being repressed from competition.)

Take a look at this new, mock informercial I'm in: http://www.imdb.com/video/wab/vi17867289/ I play a horribly unattractive (but skinny!) kidnapping victim (which, as we all know, are INHERENTLY HILARIOUS).

I wrote a couple pieces for this show... Fun night, guaranteed! http://nueashowpocalypse.eventbrite.com Promo code: GROSSMAN for a discount!

Thrilled to have been invited back to the New York International Fringe Festival-- this time with my first solo show, "Girl in Argentine Landscape."

The 411 on the new, stoner comedy I'm in: Dr. 420!
http://www.killerfilm.com/articles-2/read/exclusive-get-chronic-with-dr-420-101618

THIS is happening:
For tix/info: www.lacomedyfest.com

Got a nice mention in a rant recently: http://www.facebook.com/notes/tenney-walsh/please-dont-eat-the-daiseys/10150942773639428

I'm thrilled to announce the big screen debut of "Wigga Pleaze!" (http://youtu.be/T0uQ1vtn3pc) An official selection of the upcoming 11th LA Comedy Festival, April 20-26!

Here's what's happening RIGHT NOW in London!! http://www.moorsbar.com/filmsshowing

Last Monday I had two auditions before 10:10am (they happened to be across the hall from one another). Today I learned I booked them both. I'd say that was a profitable 10 minutes!

London's FEAST ON FILM will be featuring "Men at Work" (http://youtu.be/n_Ub29WhOSo) and "Ready to Settle" (http://youtu.be/P2SNyjEBLFg) at their upcoming short film night! Wed, Mar. 21; doors at 7pm, films at 8pm. Free entry. @ Moors Bar, 57 Park Road, Crouch End, London N8 8SY.

"Touch My Junk" (http://youtu.be/o6PA0anBrzk) is slated to screen at the "Wet Your Pants Comedy Film Festival" in Indianapolis, April 21 at 12:30 pm.

Attn: East Coast! My film, "Men at Work" (http://youtu.be/n_Ub29WhOSo) is playing THIS WEEKEND at the LA Comedy Shorts East Coast Encore, presented by the Connecticut Film Festival! It's a SERIOUSLY HILARIOUS line-up, so if you can get there, do it! (That's Feb. 24-26 at the Mark Twain Theater in Hartford, CT.) Visit http://www.lacomedyshortseastcoast.com/ for tix, schedule and more details.

Thrilled to be following my commercial agent to Mavrick Artists Agency! 

"Burka Girls Gone Wild" (http://youtu.be/3WL5f0c7s7Q) has also been accepted into the Faux Film Festival, Mar. 30-Apr. 1, in Portland, OR.

A big, boisterous audience awaited me this weekend in Boulder City. (This was my view from the Q&A.)

Here's what I'm doing this weekend!

"Men At Work" (http://youtu.be/n_Ub29WhOSo) is slated to screen at the Connecticut Film Festival, Feb. 24-26, at the Mark Twain Theatre in Hartford, CT!

"Men At Work" (http://youtu.be/n_Ub29WhOSo), apparently an "audience favorite" at the TriMedia Film Festival, has been slated to re-screen as part of their "Best of TMFF Comedy Tonight Tour" at Loveland, CO's Rialto Theatre on March 17!

"Paradrunken Activity" (http://youtu.be/7ckbMNQJEOA) has just been accepted into the Faux Film Festival; Mar. 30-Apr. 1, in Portland, Oregon!

It's always a nice feeling when a programmer special requests you to please submit to their film festival, all fees waived!

Naomi's on the CW tonight, 8/7c! Check out "Table for Three," starring Brandon Routh, Sophia Bush, and Jesse Bradford. She's the nightmare roommate with the big afro-wig, expounding upon her vagina. (But of course!)
http://www.imdb.com/rg/VIDEO_PLAY/LINK//video/cbs/vi899850521/

"WIGGA PLEAZE" is rollin' out, ya'll! Check it, and holla at yer girl!!
http://youtu.be/T0uQ1vtn3pc

Naomi is now on iTunes! Listen to her "Story Worthy Podcast" at http://bit.ly/vGX6Ht, thanks to her gracious, hilarious hosts, Christine Blackburn and Hannes Phinney.

First success of 2012! "Touch My Junk” has just been accepted into the Dam Short Film Festival; Feb 9-11, just outside Las Vegas!