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A Dance in the Ghost Light
Los Angeles, California | Film Short
Romance, Mystery
While working as a janitor, a young man questions whether his dream of becoming an actor is achievable. To find success in what you love, oftentimes it feels like an uphill battle. Our film is about how the necessary push to keep you going might be waiting for you just around the corner.
A Dance in the Ghost Light
Los Angeles, California | Film Short
Romance, Mystery
Closing Shift
1 Campaigns |
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This campaign raised $10,500 for production. Follow the filmmaker to receive future updates on this project.
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While working as a janitor, a young man questions whether his dream of becoming an actor is achievable. To find success in what you love, oftentimes it feels like an uphill battle. Our film is about how the necessary push to keep you going might be waiting for you just around the corner.
About The Project
- The Story
- Wishlist
- Updates
- The Team
- Community
Mission Statement
As aspiring artists, we see ourselves in the main character in many different ways. Through this film, we are pushing ourselves to dream as our character does. We intend to honor the spirits of every dreamer who ever dared and will ever dare to step into the spotlight--even when no one was watching.
The Story
WE DID IT, BUT WE STILL NEED HELP!
We are grateful to all our donors and supporters who are making A Dance in the Ghost Light a reality! But with just a few days in our campaign, we welcome more funding that would guarantee the completion of the film. With more funding, we could get:
Better Equipment
Bigger Crew and more Extras
And not only that, the main team of Closing Shift is working on this film for free. With additional funding, we could compensate our core team fairly for their dedication and hard work on this project. So if you can, please consider donating it! Please read our story below!
Ghosts and the Theater go hand in hand.
This film is about the love of performing and the love of theatre. We follow an overnight Janitor in an old and iconic theatre who longs to toss his broom away and become the actor he has always dreamed of being. One faithful night, the Janitor comes face-to-face with the spirits of the theatre and is pulled into a love story that pushes his dream forward. He meets the ghost of an iconic actress, who, with her performances, lit up the theater long ago, and through her, the Janitor will experience what it is to be in the spotlight for the first time. His biggest challenge will be when he is pushed center stage to perform for a room full of ghosts. He may be scared, but by his side, she is giving him the strength that only love could give you.
Every theatre has a ghost light. A single, solitary bulb that burns while the theater is otherwise unoccupied. While its primary use is safety and utility, some assert a more superstitious use. - To keep the theater’s resident ghosts company and ward off mischievous spirits. This ghost light is the anchor of our film; it represents the spirits of the past looking over the performers of the future. The ghost light also represents the theater always being ready for a new act.
The Janitor is emblematic of those longing for something more, those of us who feel stuck, whether it’s in a job or a life position or whatever it may be. He is a dreamer and an artist. After endless auditions and no reward, the spark of art began to disappear from him little by little. He has held several jobs, but none of them as a performer. In search to be closer to acting, he took a janitorial job in the most famous theater of the city. But, in here, he watches play after play, imagining himself on stage, giving up more day by day, fearing that his time might not come. The resignation floods him constantly, but his hope will be ignited again when she comes into his life.
All art is generational and mystical. Everything is built upon an inspirational foundation that has been left by the artists before us. The spirits persist, and they are there to support you and to give you a leg up. - That idea is represented in our film by the ghostly actress. She’s that voice in all of us who calls you to act upon your dreams. She was once a renowned artist and performer. Celebrated by everybody and loved by millions, in her life, she thought she had everything. But in reality, her life was lonely. She roams her old theater now in the afterlife, watching the Janitor tirelessly care for the place she's always called home, keeping her company while the theater is otherwise unoccupied.
This film is being made by artists who are longing to create a story that feels original and fresh, while also paying respect to every film and performance that came before us. And that's why we need your help. With your support and your help, we can bring this story about an artist pursuing his dream to life. This is a story as timeless as the theatre itself, and it can't be done without the support of people who, like the Janitor, are dreamers.
Thank you for reading, and we hope to break a leg soon.
Film Inspirations
Film Contribution
We can't do this alone, and that's why we need you! This film requires a large amount of rental equipment, location fees, talent, and crew fees. We want to create a film that we can be proud of! And you can be a part of that when you donate! We want to make sure you know where all the money is going, as we have all the specifics on the Wishlist tab, but here's a summary of how the money will be distributed if we meet our goal.
And we understand if you can't donate, but you can still help us by:
1.) Follow the campaign on Seed&Spark! It's 100% free. Once we hit 250 followers, we'll be eligible for thousands of dollars in discounts.
2.) Follow and share our social media posts on Instagram at @closingshifted
Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
Theater Rental
Costs $1,500
This money will go towards the rental of a working theatre to shoot the film.
Extras
Costs $1,000
This money will go towards the hiring of extras to fill the theater.
Wardrobe
Costs $300
This money will go towards the purchase of costumes.
Set Dressing
Costs $300
This money will go towards the props and sets of the film.
Craft & Services
Costs $400
This money will go towards the food and services for the film.
Make-Up
Costs $1,500
This money will go towards the makeup artists and their services.
Equipment Rental
Costs $1,000
This money will go towards the rental of all equipment needed.
Editing and VFX
Costs $650
This money will go towards the editing and VFX for the film.
Film Festival Submissions
Costs $500
This money will go towards submitting the film to film festivals.
Cash Pledge
Costs $0
Direct link:
Share this update!
About This Team
Cannyon Ramos - Producer, Director, Writer, and Lead
Cannyon Ramos is a Texas-born actor, director, and filmmaker with a diverse background in both theater and film. A graduate of the American Academy of Dramatic Arts, he has an extensive history in stage performance, with notable roles in productions such as La Cocina, Trust, and The Three Musketeers. Additionally, Cannyon has appeared in commercials for brands including Pepsi and Disney Channel. Last year, he released his first self-produced film, LEFT TO WONDER. Since then, Cannyon has been involved in making several films, including HAN'S TATOOINE and UNFINISHED BUSINESS, as well as founding Closing Shift. Cannyon hopes to bring subtlety, truth, and an hitherto unforeseen perspective to A DANCE IN THE GHOST LIGHT.
Jesus Carrillo Alonzo - Producer, Director, and Writer
From Caracas, Venezuela, Jesus is a director and writer, decisive to create the next great story. A graduate of Full Sail University in Computer Animation and Creative Writing, Jesus just accomplished one of his biggest dreams in 2025, writing and directing his first short film, HAN'S TATOOINE. He has also co-directed the short film UNFINISHED BUSINESS, and he is a founding member of Closing Shift. Hand in hand with them, Jesus looks forward to bringing new and original stories to the forefront of the entertainment industry.
Ariana Gonzalez - Lead
Ariana González is an actor, writer, and mucho mas... Originally from Venezuela, with a BFA in Performing Arts, she has worked on film and stage. Some notable productions are ENTER STAGE RIGHT at 24th St Theatre, acclaimed short POLLY POCKET, and the world premiere of the play SHUT UP by John Pistone. She believes the content we consume, TV/film/stage, has the power to inspire change. Ariana studied in NY and LA, so she likes to say she has the grind of a New Yorker and the spirit of an Angeleno. You’ll often catch her with a book in her hand and a matcha on the other. Her official language is Spanglish, and she can lick her elbow.
Joshua Guesford - Director of Photography and Editor
Joshua is a blue-collar creative from West Virginia who has been a Director on numerous music videos, a docu-short titled ‘R.A.I.N’, and is soon to release his short film debut, PLASTIC JESUS. He has also been the Cinematographer on numerous projects such as FIRE IN MY HEAD, RESTORE, and HAN’S TATOOINE. As a multi-faceted leader, Joshua is hoping to make the creative ingenuity of Closing Shift accessible around the world, hoping that you will join in our journey of making art for the love of art.
Josh Halper - Producer and Gaffer
Josh Halper is an actor, writer, producer, and editor from Northern California. After acting in stage plays since the age of 6 and working in lighting and stage crews since 13, he graduated from The American Academy of Dramatic Arts in 2023 and has been pursuing his dream ever since. He is a founding member of Closing Shift and looks forward to the art they create together.
Chris S (Farrow) - VFX and BTS
Chris Saint, originally from the UK, is a multi-award-nominated content creator & graphic artist who has previously worked as the VFX artist and BTS photographer of HAN'S TATOOINE. He is excited to jump at a chance to work again with Closing Shift on this project and contribute with such a talented group of people.
Alex Pahl Skinner - Make-up
Alex Pahl Skinner is a Beauty and Special Effects Makeup Artist living in Los Angeles. Originally from the Bay Area, California, Alex got their Bachelor of Arts degree in sculpting and drawing from San Francisco State University in 2015. They have always loved Film and Television and realized their degree could translate into the Makeup Arts. They decided to go to Cinema Makeup School in 2016 to learn what they needed to pursue a career in Beauty and Special Effects, and have been working in the entertainment industry ever since.
Curtis Moore - Script Supervisor
Curtis Moore is a writer, producer, and director whose work bridges his experience as a United States Army veteran with his passion for cinematic storytelling. A Full Sail film school graduate, Moore brings disciplined precision and authentic perspective to every project, crafting narratives that resonate with both technical skill and artistic vision.
Tanner Rook - Featured Actor and BTS
Tanner Ray Rook, born in the PNW, is a SAG-AFTRA actor. Known for his roles in Amazon Prime's The Wilds and FX’s DAVE, Tanner also starred in HAN'S TATOOINE and worked as a BTS artist of UNFINISHED BUSINESS and PLASTIC JESUS. A founding member of Closing Shift, he is excited to bring their projects to life and give them a voice.
Current Team
Incentives
- The Story
- Wishlist
- Updates
- The Team
- Community
Mission Statement
As aspiring artists, we see ourselves in the main character in many different ways. Through this film, we are pushing ourselves to dream as our character does. We intend to honor the spirits of every dreamer who ever dared and will ever dare to step into the spotlight--even when no one was watching.
The Story
WE DID IT, BUT WE STILL NEED HELP!
We are grateful to all our donors and supporters who are making A Dance in the Ghost Light a reality! But with just a few days in our campaign, we welcome more funding that would guarantee the completion of the film. With more funding, we could get:
Better Equipment
Bigger Crew and more Extras
And not only that, the main team of Closing Shift is working on this film for free. With additional funding, we could compensate our core team fairly for their dedication and hard work on this project. So if you can, please consider donating it! Please read our story below!
Ghosts and the Theater go hand in hand.
This film is about the love of performing and the love of theatre. We follow an overnight Janitor in an old and iconic theatre who longs to toss his broom away and become the actor he has always dreamed of being. One faithful night, the Janitor comes face-to-face with the spirits of the theatre and is pulled into a love story that pushes his dream forward. He meets the ghost of an iconic actress, who, with her performances, lit up the theater long ago, and through her, the Janitor will experience what it is to be in the spotlight for the first time. His biggest challenge will be when he is pushed center stage to perform for a room full of ghosts. He may be scared, but by his side, she is giving him the strength that only love could give you.
Every theatre has a ghost light. A single, solitary bulb that burns while the theater is otherwise unoccupied. While its primary use is safety and utility, some assert a more superstitious use. - To keep the theater’s resident ghosts company and ward off mischievous spirits. This ghost light is the anchor of our film; it represents the spirits of the past looking over the performers of the future. The ghost light also represents the theater always being ready for a new act.
The Janitor is emblematic of those longing for something more, those of us who feel stuck, whether it’s in a job or a life position or whatever it may be. He is a dreamer and an artist. After endless auditions and no reward, the spark of art began to disappear from him little by little. He has held several jobs, but none of them as a performer. In search to be closer to acting, he took a janitorial job in the most famous theater of the city. But, in here, he watches play after play, imagining himself on stage, giving up more day by day, fearing that his time might not come. The resignation floods him constantly, but his hope will be ignited again when she comes into his life.
All art is generational and mystical. Everything is built upon an inspirational foundation that has been left by the artists before us. The spirits persist, and they are there to support you and to give you a leg up. - That idea is represented in our film by the ghostly actress. She’s that voice in all of us who calls you to act upon your dreams. She was once a renowned artist and performer. Celebrated by everybody and loved by millions, in her life, she thought she had everything. But in reality, her life was lonely. She roams her old theater now in the afterlife, watching the Janitor tirelessly care for the place she's always called home, keeping her company while the theater is otherwise unoccupied.
This film is being made by artists who are longing to create a story that feels original and fresh, while also paying respect to every film and performance that came before us. And that's why we need your help. With your support and your help, we can bring this story about an artist pursuing his dream to life. This is a story as timeless as the theatre itself, and it can't be done without the support of people who, like the Janitor, are dreamers.
Thank you for reading, and we hope to break a leg soon.
Film Inspirations
Film Contribution
We can't do this alone, and that's why we need you! This film requires a large amount of rental equipment, location fees, talent, and crew fees. We want to create a film that we can be proud of! And you can be a part of that when you donate! We want to make sure you know where all the money is going, as we have all the specifics on the Wishlist tab, but here's a summary of how the money will be distributed if we meet our goal.
And we understand if you can't donate, but you can still help us by:
1.) Follow the campaign on Seed&Spark! It's 100% free. Once we hit 250 followers, we'll be eligible for thousands of dollars in discounts.
2.) Follow and share our social media posts on Instagram at @closingshifted
Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
Theater Rental
Costs $1,500
This money will go towards the rental of a working theatre to shoot the film.
Extras
Costs $1,000
This money will go towards the hiring of extras to fill the theater.
Wardrobe
Costs $300
This money will go towards the purchase of costumes.
Set Dressing
Costs $300
This money will go towards the props and sets of the film.
Craft & Services
Costs $400
This money will go towards the food and services for the film.
Make-Up
Costs $1,500
This money will go towards the makeup artists and their services.
Equipment Rental
Costs $1,000
This money will go towards the rental of all equipment needed.
Editing and VFX
Costs $650
This money will go towards the editing and VFX for the film.
Film Festival Submissions
Costs $500
This money will go towards submitting the film to film festivals.
Cash Pledge
Costs $0
Direct link:
Share this update!
About This Team
Cannyon Ramos - Producer, Director, Writer, and Lead
Cannyon Ramos is a Texas-born actor, director, and filmmaker with a diverse background in both theater and film. A graduate of the American Academy of Dramatic Arts, he has an extensive history in stage performance, with notable roles in productions such as La Cocina, Trust, and The Three Musketeers. Additionally, Cannyon has appeared in commercials for brands including Pepsi and Disney Channel. Last year, he released his first self-produced film, LEFT TO WONDER. Since then, Cannyon has been involved in making several films, including HAN'S TATOOINE and UNFINISHED BUSINESS, as well as founding Closing Shift. Cannyon hopes to bring subtlety, truth, and an hitherto unforeseen perspective to A DANCE IN THE GHOST LIGHT.
Jesus Carrillo Alonzo - Producer, Director, and Writer
From Caracas, Venezuela, Jesus is a director and writer, decisive to create the next great story. A graduate of Full Sail University in Computer Animation and Creative Writing, Jesus just accomplished one of his biggest dreams in 2025, writing and directing his first short film, HAN'S TATOOINE. He has also co-directed the short film UNFINISHED BUSINESS, and he is a founding member of Closing Shift. Hand in hand with them, Jesus looks forward to bringing new and original stories to the forefront of the entertainment industry.
Ariana Gonzalez - Lead
Ariana González is an actor, writer, and mucho mas... Originally from Venezuela, with a BFA in Performing Arts, she has worked on film and stage. Some notable productions are ENTER STAGE RIGHT at 24th St Theatre, acclaimed short POLLY POCKET, and the world premiere of the play SHUT UP by John Pistone. She believes the content we consume, TV/film/stage, has the power to inspire change. Ariana studied in NY and LA, so she likes to say she has the grind of a New Yorker and the spirit of an Angeleno. You’ll often catch her with a book in her hand and a matcha on the other. Her official language is Spanglish, and she can lick her elbow.
Joshua Guesford - Director of Photography and Editor
Joshua is a blue-collar creative from West Virginia who has been a Director on numerous music videos, a docu-short titled ‘R.A.I.N’, and is soon to release his short film debut, PLASTIC JESUS. He has also been the Cinematographer on numerous projects such as FIRE IN MY HEAD, RESTORE, and HAN’S TATOOINE. As a multi-faceted leader, Joshua is hoping to make the creative ingenuity of Closing Shift accessible around the world, hoping that you will join in our journey of making art for the love of art.
Josh Halper - Producer and Gaffer
Josh Halper is an actor, writer, producer, and editor from Northern California. After acting in stage plays since the age of 6 and working in lighting and stage crews since 13, he graduated from The American Academy of Dramatic Arts in 2023 and has been pursuing his dream ever since. He is a founding member of Closing Shift and looks forward to the art they create together.
Chris S (Farrow) - VFX and BTS
Chris Saint, originally from the UK, is a multi-award-nominated content creator & graphic artist who has previously worked as the VFX artist and BTS photographer of HAN'S TATOOINE. He is excited to jump at a chance to work again with Closing Shift on this project and contribute with such a talented group of people.
Alex Pahl Skinner - Make-up
Alex Pahl Skinner is a Beauty and Special Effects Makeup Artist living in Los Angeles. Originally from the Bay Area, California, Alex got their Bachelor of Arts degree in sculpting and drawing from San Francisco State University in 2015. They have always loved Film and Television and realized their degree could translate into the Makeup Arts. They decided to go to Cinema Makeup School in 2016 to learn what they needed to pursue a career in Beauty and Special Effects, and have been working in the entertainment industry ever since.
Curtis Moore - Script Supervisor
Curtis Moore is a writer, producer, and director whose work bridges his experience as a United States Army veteran with his passion for cinematic storytelling. A Full Sail film school graduate, Moore brings disciplined precision and authentic perspective to every project, crafting narratives that resonate with both technical skill and artistic vision.
Tanner Rook - Featured Actor and BTS