'Scream Queen' Shawnee Smith Picks Scary Movie Protégé

She starred as the evil Amanda in the Saw movie franchise. Now actress Shawnee Smith is teaching a few wannabe's some tricks of the trade who want to be the next ultimate Scream Queens on VH1. You can check it out on Mondays at 10pm.

According to VH1, "Scream Queens will gather 10 unknown actresses who will vie for an unprecedented prize -- a break-out role in Saw VI from Lionsgate and Twisted Pictures. With the Saw franchise nearing 700 million dollars in worldwide revenue, this is a chance at stardom on an infinite stage. The contestants will compete in a series of exacting challenges designed to prove they have the smarts, talent and strength to succeed. From working with bugs, gore and stunts to acting across from A-list talent, the girls will be put through an intense horror-acting boot camp."

Smith's other acting credits include Becker, The Tom Show and The Island.

To meet Smith at “Saw Mania”—the cast will be at “BLVD” in New York, Friday November 14th from 1-6. Saturday Nov. 15th from 10am-6, and Sunday, November 16th from 10am- 5pm. For more info log onto www.sawmania.com.

And you can see her perform with her band “Smith & Pyle” Monday, November 17 at the Delancey (168 Delancey St.) at 10pm. Check out www.smithandpyle.com.

WATCH THE INTERVIEW AFTER THE JUMP...