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Los Angeles - Conversations

Stanley Tucci Career Retrospective

Saturday, January 4, 2025 4:00 PM PST

Details This program is FULL

Join us for a 90-minute Career Retrospective with actor Stanley Tucci.  Moderated by Perri Nemiroff, Collider.


BIO:

Stanley Tucci is an Academy Award®-nominated actor known for his versatility as an actor, writer, director and producer. Acclaimed for his work in all mediums, Tucci...

New York - The Business

Headshots with Rex Lott

Monday, January 6, 2025

Details This program is FULL

Come and learn about headshots in a special session with professional photographer Rex Lott. Rex will spend 15 minutes, one-on-one with eighteen performers at our New York On-Camera Lab. Each performer will receive one headshot look at the end of the session. If confirmed for a time slot...

virtual - Voiceover Lab

Home Studio Basics

Monday, January 6, 2025 11:00 AM PST | 2:00 PM EST

Synopsis

Ready to build a home studio but don't know where to start? Then this virtual class is for you!  Join  SAG-AFTRA Foundation Engineer/Booth Director Lana Migliore for ideas on how to create a budget friendly professional home set-up. Lana will discuss basic principals of sound, the types of...

Los Angeles - Conversations

Billy Zane for 'Waltzing with Brando'

Monday, January 6, 2025 7:00 PM PST

Details This program is FULL

Join us for a screening of 'Waltzing with Brando' followed by a Conversation with actor Billy Zane. Moderated by Matt Donelly, Variety.

Synopsis: Movie star Marlon Brando recruits a Los Angeles architect to build the world's first ecologically perfect retreat on a small, uninhabited island in Tahiti.

Runtime: 104 minutes

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virtual - Voiceover Lab

Maggie Grant's Think on Your Feet, Take Direction and Make The Right Adjustments

Tuesday, January 7, 2025 11:00 AM PST | 2:00 PM EST

SYNOPSIS

So, you have a big audition or call back. You have worked very hard preparing your read and have planned exactly how to get every beat pitch perfect. You know precisely what you want to do, how you want to sound, and you are confident that you...

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Los Angeles - Small Group Sessions

Headshots

Tuesday, January 7, 2025 1:00 PM PST

This class begins at 1pm PST

SYNOPSIS

Headshots are an actors' calling card, but is it a professional picture that matches with how the buyers see you? Does your picture accurately communicate the product that is being sold? In this session we will discuss what your headshot is communicating and...

Los Angeles - Small Group Sessions

In-Person: Self Tapes and Remote Auditions

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 1:00 PM PST

This class begins at 1pm PST

SYNOPSIS

This class will cover the basics of making a professional Self-Tape and how to audition remotely using Zoom, Facetime, Skype, etc.

Please bring pencil or pen along with something to take notes.

Small Group Sessions are facilitated discussions with the goal of digging deeper into...

Virtual - Small Group Sessions

Virtual: Self Tapes and Remote Auditions

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 1:00 PM PST | 4:00 PM EST

This class begins at 1pm PST

SYNOPSIS

This class will cover the basics of making a professional Self-Tape and how to audition remotely using Zoom, Facetime, Skype, etc.

Please bring pencil or pen along with something to take notes.

Small Group Sessions are facilitated discussions with the goal of digging deeper into...

New York - Conversations

June Squibb for 'Thelma'

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 6:00 PM EST

Join us for a screening of 'Thelma' followed by a conversation with June SquibbModerated by Margo Martindale.

Synopsis: 

The feature directorial debut of Josh Margolin, THELMA is a poignant action-comedy that gives veteran Oscar® nominee June Squibb (NEBRASKA and star of Scarlett Johansson’s upcoming directorial debut ELEANOR THE GREAT) her first...

Los Angeles - Voiceover Lab

Agent Talks with SBV Talent's Cynthia McLean, Ference Laczko and Jessica Bulavsky

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 7:00 PM PST

SYNOPSIS

Securing representation is a milestone for performers who want to build acting careers.  Agents that understand who you are and believe in your talent is important, but knowing if an agent and agency is a good fit for you is equally important.  Agent Talks are conversations with voiceover...

Los Angeles - Voiceover Lab

Animation Reads and Direction

Thursday, January 9, 2025 11:00 AM PST

SYNOPSIS 

In this class, actors will work on voicing animation characters.  You will select a character that interests you, analyze the specs of the character you choose.  record multiple takes of your Voiceover performances in the recording booth, take direction from our audio engineer/booth director and use the best...

Los Angeles - Small Group Sessions

In-Person: Money Management

Thursday, January 9, 2025 1:00 PM PST

This class begins at 1pm PST.

SYNOPSIS

Do you have a plan for your money? Do you tell your money what to do or are your surprised at the end of the month by how it is spent? By creating a solid plan, audience members will have the steps to...

Virtual - Small Group Sessions

Virtual: Money Management

Thursday, January 9, 2025 1:00 PM PST | 4:00 PM EST

This class begins at 1pm PST.

SYNOPSIS

Do you have a plan for your money? Do you tell your money what to do or are your surprised at the end of the month by how it is spent? By creating a solid plan, audience members will have the steps to...

Los Angeles - Voiceover Lab

Cast by the Class

Thursday, January 9, 2025 3:00 PM PST

SYNOPSIS

During this class we will simulate a voiceover casting session (by committee)..  Each actor will record a voiceover "audition" live for review.   As a group, other class participants will anonymously.rate each voiceover performance. The best performances will move to the “Call Back” round., where the group will...

Los Angeles - Casting Access

RESCHEDULED: Assigned Scenes with Rick Messina

Thursday, January 9, 2025 7:00 PM PST

Details This program is FULL

SYNOPSIS

This class will include a Q&A with LA based casting director, Rick Messina and a prepared reading session.

Participating actors will prepare and perform a scene from film or tv.  Sides will be assigned by the casting director ahead of class. 

Additional preparation details will be sent upon confirmation.


ABOUT RICK

Rick...

Los Angeles - Voiceover Lab

Documentary Narration

Friday, January 10, 2025 3:00 PM PST

SYNOPSIS

Documentaries are having moment.  From short form to long form, documentaries are a popular niche of Voiceover and it continues to grow.  Im this class we will explore the genre with a variety of subject matter for actors to voice and find their groove as storytellers.


REQUIREMENTS

Copy will be...

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virtual - Voiceover Lab

Animation Throw Down

Monday, January 13, 2025 11:00 AM PST | 2:00 PM EST

SYNOPSIS

Love working on characters?  Join NY Booth Director Lana Migliore for an animation throw down. The first part of this fast-paced class will focus on developing characters/ character voices from visual prompts. In the second half of the class, participants will test drive their new creations with a...

virtual - Voiceover Lab

Anna Garduno's Creating or Updating a Competitive and Signature Animation Demo

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 11:00 AM PST | 2:00 PM EST

SYNOPSIS

Voiceover demos are to voiceover actors, what headshots are to on-camera actors.  They can help you get the attention of voiceover agents and managers, as well as open doors to voiceover auditions and work.  Anna produces voiceover demos and has important ideas to share,...

Los Angeles - Small Group Sessions

Resumes

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 1:00 PM PST

This class begins at 1pm PST

SYNOPSIS

Resumes are a statement of an actor's work history, but they also reflect an actor's personality and professionalism and understanding of the industry. This session will provide a greater understanding of the role of the resume and how an actor can best use...

Los Angeles - Small Group Sessions

In-Person: Demo Reels and Clips

Wednesday, January 15, 2025 10:30 AM PST

SYNOPSIS

This session will provide a greater understanding of the components and elements that go into an effective demo reel and the usage of individual actor clips. The session will also include covering the role of the reel and clips and how an actor can best use them as...

Virtual - Small Group Sessions

Virtual: Demo Reels and Clips

Wednesday, January 15, 2025 1:00 PM PST | 4:00 PM EST

SYNOPSIS

This session will provide a greater understanding of the components and elements that go into an effective demo reel and the usage of individual actor clips. The session will also include covering the role of the reel and clips and how an actor can best use them as...

Los Angeles - Voiceover Lab

Twisted Wave 101: Audio Recording, Editing and Workflow Tips

Wednesday, January 15, 2025 6:00 PM PST

SYNOPSIS

Twisted Wave is a powerful application for recording and editing audio. It's ease of use and affordability have made it a popular choice among voiceover actors at all stages of their voiceover careers. If you have  some  experience with Twisted Wave,, this class will expand your understanding of...

New York - Agent Access

RESCHEDULED: Scenes with Marisa Patella - Group A

Thursday, January 16, 2025 11:00 AM EST

Details This program is FULL

CLASS FORMAT

This class will include a Q&A with NY based talent agent Marissa Patella, followed by a prepared work session. 

Participating actors will choose, prepare and perform a scene from film or TV 2 minutes (2 pages) or less.

Additional preparation details will be sent via email with your RSVP...

New York - Agent Access

RESCHEDULED: Scenes with Marisa Patella - Group B

Thursday, January 16, 2025 12:15 PM EST

Details This program is FULL

CLASS FORMAT

This class will include a Q&A with NY based talent agent Marissa Patella, followed by a prepared work session. 

Participating actors will choose, prepare and perform a scene from film or TV 2 minutes (2 pages) or less.

Additional preparation details will be sent via email with your RSVP...

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Los Angeles - Small Group Sessions

Branding

Thursday, January 16, 2025 1:00 PM PST

SYNOPSIS

This twenty person workshop serves to aid the actor in understanding how people see them, the type of feeling people receive from them and how they might be cast. The workshop uses the categories of visual, essence, stereotypes and profession. This is a three hour event and participants...

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virtual - Voiceover Lab

Commercial Workout

Tuesday, January 21, 2025 11:00 AM PST | 2:00 PM EST

Synopsis

Join staff engineer and booth director Lana Migliore for a fun, fast-paced commercial voiceover workout. Participants are required to provide 2 pieces of 30 second commercial copy to work on during class. Each participant will read and receive feedback from the group. Don't miss this opportunity to work...

virtual - Voiceover Orientation

Voiceover Lab Orientation

Tuesday, January 21, 2025 12:00 PM PST | 3:00 PM EST

SYNOPSIS 

Voiceover (VO) Lab programs and recording booth sessions are open to all VO Lab eligible SAG-AFTRA members, regardless of your location. Once you have completed the required Voiceover Programs Profile (online) and the Voiceover Lab Orientation (VOLO), you will have Voiceover Lab eligibility. This 2-hour orientation details what...

Los Angeles - Small Group Sessions

In-Person: Social Media Basics

Tuesday, January 21, 2025 1:00 PM PST

This class begins at 1pm PST

SYNOPSIS

Social Media platforms are creative places to create and post content, engage in conversation and network. They're also another window for the industry to learn about you. This session will cover using  X, Instagram/Threads  and reference Tik Tok and other Social Media platforms....

Virtual - Small Group Sessions

Virtual: Social Media Basics

Tuesday, January 21, 2025 1:00 PM PST | 4:00 PM EST

This class begins at 1pm PST

SYNOPSIS

Social Media platforms are creative places to create and post content, engage in conversation and network. They're also another window for the industry to learn about you. This session will cover using  X, Instagram/Threads  and reference Tik Tok and other Social Media platforms....

Virtual - Small Group Sessions

Virtual: Headshots

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 1:00 PM PST | 4:00 PM EST

This class begins at 1pm PST

SYNOPSIS

Headshots are an actors' calling card, but is it a professional picture that matches with how the buyers see you? Does your picture accurately communicate the product that is being sold? In this session we will discuss what your headshot is communicating and...

New York - Voiceover Lab

Commercial Workout Group: Using Music as a Tool

Thursday, January 23, 2025 2:00 PM EST

Synopsis

Join SAG-AFTRA Foundation Engineer/Booth Director Lana Migliore for an in-person workout like no other! In this workout group participants will be given the chance to explore how different genres of music can affect how they deliver commercial copy. If you find yourself overthinking commercial copy or stuck on...

Los Angeles - Small Group Sessions

Actor Career Focus

Thursday, January 23, 2025 1:00 PM PST

This class begins at 1pm PST.

SYNOPSIS

There are many areas an actor can pursue within the entertainment industry. By taking the time to narrow down what an actor really wants to focus on it can free them up to deepen their pursuit of job opportunities. In this session, we...

Los Angeles - Casting Access (Non-Frequency Restricted)

RESCHEDULED: Scenes/Monologues with Amy Lord

Friday, January 24, 2025 1:00 PM PST

Details This program is FULL

This class will include a Q&A with bi-coastal Agent Amy Lord, followed by a prepared work session. 

Participating actors will choose, prepare and perform sides or a monologue from film or television.  

Additional preparation details will be sent upon confirmation.


ABOUT AMY:

Amy Lord began her career in NYC at the...

virtual - Voiceover Lab

Troubleshooting Your Home Studio

Monday, January 27, 2025 11:00 AM PST | 2:00 PM EST

SYNOPSIS

Prerequisite: Home Studio Basics

This small group session is designed as a hands-on follow up to our Home Studio Basics class. The purpose is to help members who have begun constructing their home studios and have run into issues or challenges.  Led by NY staff engineer and booth...

Los Angeles - Voiceover Lab

Dave Fennoy's Voice Acting for Video Games (Frequency Restriction - See Requirements below)

Monday, January 27, 2025 6:00 PM PST

SYNOPSIS

Fantasy, adventure, action, sports, educational, animation...you name it, video games are incredibly popular on a global scale. In fact Video Games are the biggest business in show business, making more money than movies and music combined. Savvy "VG" producers are always aiming to create the next epic virtual...

Los Angeles - Small Group Sessions

Representation

Tuesday, January 28, 2025 1:00 PM PST

This class begins at 1pm PST. 

SYNOPSIS

Building one's team is an important component to an actor's career. This small group session will cover what an actor has to keep in mind when looking to add a commercial agent, theatrical agent, and manager to their team.

Please bring pencil or pen...

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virtual - Voiceover Lab

Audiobook Workshop with Suzanne Toren

Tuesday, January 28, 2025 2:00 PM PST | 5:00 PM EST

Synopsis

Struggling with male/female dialogue? Break into a flop sweat when you have to voice a child? Can't seem to find the POV in your narration? 

Join multi-award winning talent, Suzanne Toren, for an intermediate level audiobook workshop. Participants are asked to identify a specific challenge or question that  has...

virtual - Voiceover Lab

VIRTUAL - Anna Garduno's Create or Update a Commercial Voiceover Demo That Stands Out!

Wednesday, January 29, 2025 11:00 AM PST | 2:00 PM EST

SYNOPSIS

You do not need to have a commercial demo to attend this class.  This class is educational and will provide important information about commercial Voiceover demos for actors at all levels.  Voiceover demos are to voiceover actors, what headshots are to on-camera actors.  They can help...

Los Angeles - Small Group Sessions

In-Person: The Audition

Wednesday, January 29, 2025 1:00 PM PST

This class begins at 1pm PST

SYNOPSIS

The audition is not only how one prepares the material. It is also about the mindset actors have about auditioning, how they conduct themselves in the room and how they let it go. This session will cover the many ways actors can prepare...

Virtual - Small Group Sessions

Virtual: The Audition

Wednesday, January 29, 2025 1:00 PM PST | 4:00 PM EST

This class begins at 1pm PST

SYNOPSIS

The audition is not only how one prepares the material. It is also about the mindset actors have about auditioning, how they conduct themselves in the room and how they let it go. This session will cover the many ways actors can prepare...

Los Angeles - Small Group Sessions

Self Tapes and Remote Auditions

Thursday, January 30, 2025 1:00 PM PST

This class begins at 1pm PST

SYNOPSIS

This class will cover the basics of making a professional Self-Tape and how to audition remotely using Zoom, Facetime, Skype, etc.

Please bring pencil or pen along with something to take notes.

Small Group Sessions are facilitated discussions with the goal of digging deeper into...

virtual - Voiceover Orientation

Voiceover Lab Orientation

Thursday, February 6, 2025 11:00 AM PST | 2:00 PM EST

SYNOPSIS 

Voiceover (VO) Lab programs and recording booth sessions are open to all VO Lab eligible SAG-AFTRA members, regardless of your location. Once you have completed the required Voiceover Programs Profile (online) and the Voiceover Lab Orientation (VOLO), you will have Voiceover Lab eligibility. This 2 hour orientation details...