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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...
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iMovie is a simple, accessible way for actors to edit professional-quality self-tapes right from their mobile devices. In this class, we’ll cover how to edit your self-tapes using just your iPhone or iPad. This hands-on session walks you through the entire process—from importing footage and trimming...
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In this hands-on workshop, we’ll discuss how tracking your auditions can be a valuable tool for growing your acting career and the kinds of insights you can gain by doing so. You’ll receive a ready-to-use Google Sheets audition tracker template and learn how to customize it...
This class will include a Q&A with NY based casting professional Briana Dunlay, followed by a prepared work session.
Participating actors will choose, prepare and perform sides from film or television.
Additional preparation details will be sent upon RSVP confirmation.
ABOUT BRIANA
This class will include a Q&A with LA based Casting Professional Jane Jenkins, followed by a prepared work session.
Participating actors will choose, prepare and perform sides from film or television. No monologues.
Additional preparation details will be sent upon RSVP confirmation.
BIO
You can view Jane's credits on IMDb.
This class begins at 1pm PST.
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The entertainment industry offers a wide range of opportunities for actors to explore. By taking the time to identify and refine your specific areas of interest, you can better direct your energy toward meaningful career growth and targeted job opportunities. In this...
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This class will include a Q&A with NY based Casting Director Pat McCorkle, followed by a prepared work session.
Participating actors will choose, prepare and perform monologues from film, television, or theatre. Additional preparation details will be sent upon RSVP confirmation.
ABOUT PAT
Pat McCorkle (McCorkle Casting Ltd) continues to strive...
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While a vocal warm-up may seem on one level like a routine of little actions, on a deeper level it is carving out time and space in our busy day to meet ourselves. Join Andrea Haring, the Executive Director of the The Linklater Center for Voice and Language...
This class will include a Q&A with New York based Talent Agent Morgan Wolfe, followed by a prepared work session.
Participating actors will choose, prepare and perform scenes from film or television. Additional preparation details will be sent upon confirmation.
ABOUT MORGAN:
Morgan Wolfe is a graduate of the BFA Musical...
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LinkedIn isn’t just for the corporate world—it’s a valuable tool for SAG-AFTRA actors to boost visibility, make industry connections, and explore opportunities beyond traditional casting platforms.
In this hands-on workshop, we’ll cover profile essentials, smart networking tips, and how to share your work professionally—whether you’re...
This class will include a Q&A with New York based Talent Agent Morgan Wolfe, followed by a prepared work session.
Participating actors will choose, prepare and perform scenes from film or television. Additional preparation details will be sent upon confirmation.
ABOUT MORGAN:
Morgan Wolfe is a graduate of the BFA Musical...
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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 it as one of their...
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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 it as one of their...
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As the renowned narrator of Investigation Discovery’s Deadly Women series, Lynnanne will lead you on an in-depth multimedia performance drill of what narrators do in the dramatic documentary big leagues. A sub-genre of narration, Lynnanne is bringing all of her forensic know-how! Actors will investigate the various styles...
This class will include a Q&A with LA based Casting Professional Andrew Dahreddine, followed by a prepared work session.
Participating actors will choose, prepare and perform sides from film or television.
Additional preparation details will be sent upon RSVP confirmation.
BIO
Andrew Dahreddine is a casting director and actor based...
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Want to stay in touch with casting directors, agents, and other industry pros without spending hours writing individual emails? In this hands-on class, you’ll learn how to use Gmail alongside simple Google tools to send personalized messages quickly and professionally. We’ll walk through organizing...
Join us for a screening of 'Lets Call the Whole Things Off.' Followed by a conversation with actor/writer/director Elizabeth Guest and actor Andrew Leeds moderated by Cathy Moriarty.
Synopsis: When love-addict Lydia (Elizabeth Guest) meets steady and reliable boyfriend Tim (Andrew Leeds), she finally feels she is ready to...
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This in-person class will include a Q&A with bi-coastal casting professional, Medge Ross, followed by prepared reading session.
Participating actors will be assigned sides to prepare by the casting professional prior to the class.
Additional class details will be sent upon confirmation.
ABOUT MEDGE
During her graduate studies at...
This class begins at 1pm PT |4pm ET
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Do you have a plan for your money? Are you in control of your spending, or do you find yourself wondering where your money went at the end of the month? In this session, you’ll learn how to take charge of...
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That irresistible presence and talent that compels others to want to work with you? It’s not a secret. It’s a skill that Melissa can help you develop.
Learn how to "Flip the Switch" to turn your voiceover career to "ON." You are the only one...
CLASS FORMAT
This class will include a Q&A with LA based talent agent Jabari Barrett, followed by a prepared work session.
Participating actors will choose, prepare and perform sides from film or television.
Additional preparation details will be sent upon RSVP confirmation.
BIO
Jabari Barrett is a theatrical agent at Aperture...
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This class will include a Q&A with LA based Casting Professional Sunday 'Sunny' Boling, followed by a prepared work session.
Participating actors will prepare a scene assigned by the Casting Director several days before the class.
Additional preparation details will be sent upon RSVP confirmation.
BIO
Sunday Boling Kennedy is an award-winning...
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In this hands-on Level 2 workshop, we’ll focus on tracking your acting income. You’ll learn how to build an income tracker in Google Sheets from scratch, including creating tables, assigning column types, and organizing your data. We’ll walk through setting up formulas to calculate totals and commissions. You’ll leave...
This class will include a Q&A and a prepared reading session with New York based Casting Director, Danielle Pretsfelder Demchick.
Participating actors will prepare perform a scene of their choice from film or tv, two minutes in length or less. Additional details will be sent upon confirmation of registration.
ABOUT...
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Few things are as confounding to an actor as trying to interpret commercial copy. So often the text can seem unnatural, “selly” or just plain ridiculous. The specs that you get, if you get any at all, tend to add more pressure than clarity. The good news is...
This class begins at 1pm PT | 4pm ET
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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...
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This class is geared towards the true beginner that is just getting into or is curious about voiceover. Also, the person who has been away from voiceover for a while, is unsure about the state of the business, and is trying to figure out how to jump back...
This class will include a Q&A with LA based Casting Director Lisa Ystrom, followed by a prepared work session.
Participating actors will choose, prepare and perform sides from film or television.
Additional preparation details will be sent upon RSVP confirmation.
BIO
Lisa is a Los Angeles native and has been...
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Your bio tells your story—make sure it’s working for you! In this hour-long workshop, we’ll discuss common challenges actors face when writing about themselves and explore how to make your bio personal, professional, and platform-appropriate. We’ll cover when to use first vs. third person, and how...
This class begins at 1pm PT | 4pm ET
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Social media platforms offer creative spaces to share content, engage in conversations, and build valuable connections. They also serve as another way for the industry to get to know you and your work. In this session, we’ll explore how...
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This class will include a Q&A and a prepared reading session with NY based casting professional Kimberly Graham.
Participating actors will prepare sides assigned by the casting professional prior to class. Additional preparation details will be sent upon confirmation.
ABOUT KIMBERLY
Kimberly Graham was previously the Associate Casting Director for Judy...
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Actors today have links everywhere: casting profiles, reels, websites, social media and can be easy for things to get scattered.
In this session, you’ll learn how to use Linktree, a free “link in bio” tool, to create a single, organized hub that showcases everything you want...
This class will include a Q&A with Los Angeles based Casting Director Michael Donovan, followed by a prepared work session.
Participating actors will choose, prepare and perform sides from film, television, or theatre.
Additional preparation details will be sent upon confirmation.
ABOUT MICHAEL:
This class will include a Q&A with NY based Casting Director, Bess Fifer, followed by a prepared work session.
Participating actors will be choose and prepare a dramatic guest star scene of your choice, two minutes (2 pages) in length or less.
To be eligible to take this class,...
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This class will include a Q&A and a prepared reading session focused on co-star roles with LA based casting professional Allen Hooper.
Participating actors will prepare sides assigned by the casting professional prior to class.
Additional preparation details will be sent upon confirmation.
ABOUT ALLEN
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Join NY Booth Director Lana Migliore and a group of your peers for a chance to practice your audiobook narration muscles in a supportive environment.
Participants must provide a passage from a work of fiction to work on during class time. Text must be no more than 2 minutes...
This class begins at 1pm PST
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HEADSHOTS
Headshots are an actors' calling card and they should reflect how the industry perceives you. Does your photo accurately communicate the product that is being submitted and what casting sees in the audition? In this session, we’ll explore what your headshot...
This class will include a Q&A with bi-coastal Casting Director Jen Rudin, followed by a prepared work session.
Participating actors will prepare and perform a brief contemporary monologue.
Additional preparation details will be sent upon confirmation.
ABOUT JEN:
Jen Rudin recently reopened Jen Rudin Casting following her stints at ICM and IAG.
Jen...
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Join sought after narrator James Romick for an audiobook workout with a surprise ending! In this small group session each participant will be given ample and equal time to read, receive feedback and face an unexpected challenge. This session is about practice, not perfection. Come warmed...
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Your IMDb Pro profile is your digital press kit. In this hands-on, one-hour workshop, you’ll get practical, step-by-step guidance to optimize your IMDb page. We will cover credits, photos, demo reel and bio so you can stand out and feel confident in how you're seen by...
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This class will include a Q&A with LA based Casting Director Katie Lantz, followed by a prepared work session.
Participating actors will choose, prepare and perform sides from film or television.
Additional preparation details will be sent upon RSVP confirmation.
BIO
Katie Lantz (she/her) is a casting director and associate casting...
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...
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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 on...
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In this hands-on workshop, we’ll discuss how tracking your auditions can be a valuable tool for growing your acting career and the kinds of insights you can gain by doing so. You’ll receive a ready-to-use Google Sheets audition tracker template and learn how to customize it...
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In this hands-on workshop, we'll learn how to format a professional resume using Google Docs. You'll receive a clean, industry-standard resume template, and we’ll walk through how to personalize and update it section by section. From credits and training to special skills and formatting tricks, you’ll...
This class will include a Q&A with New York based Casting Director Leeba Zakharov, followed by a prepared work session.
Participating actors will choose, prepare and perform sides from film or television.
Additional preparation details will be sent upon confirmation.
ABOUT LEEBA:
Leeba Zakharov is a native New Yorker and film...
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This in-person class will include a Q&A and a prepared reading session with LA based Casting Director, Gianna Butler.
Participating actors will prepare and perform a scene assigned by the casting professional.
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Gianna Butler (she/her) is a casting director with twelve years of experience in scripted-content television, film, and new...
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This session will offer a deeper understanding of the key components that make an effective demo reel, as well as the use of individual actor clips. We’ll also explore the role of reels and clips in an actor’s career and discuss how to use them effectively as...
This class will include a Q&A with New York based Talent Agent Cynthia Katz, 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 CYNTHIA:
Cynthia Katz has been an agent...
This class will include a Q&A with LA based Casting Professional Tineka Becker, followed by a prepared work session.
Participating actors will choose, prepare and perform sides from film or television.
Additional preparation details will be sent upon RSVP confirmation.
BIO
Tineka Becker is an independent casting director, based in Los Angeles....
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This class will include a Q&A and a prepared reading session with New York based talent agent Gina Manfredi
Participating actors will prepare perform commercial copy OR a scene of their choice from film or tv, two minutes in length or less.
ABOUT GINA
Gina Manfredi is the Director of the On-Camera...
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Actors Access is a tool working actors use to find and book roles—but for many, it can feel confusing or overwhelming at first. In this one-hour interactive class we’ll walk through the essentials: how to build a strong, professional profile, how to submit strategically, and how to...
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Want to stay in touch with casting directors, agents, and other industry pros without spending hours writing individual emails? In this hands-on class, you’ll learn how to use Gmail alongside simple Google tools to send personalized messages quickly and professionally. We’ll walk through organizing...
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One of the main jobs of voiceover talent is understanding how to read and interpret copy. Join industry veteran Sara Krieger for a beginner to intermediate level workshop designed to help talent understand and practice this essential skill.
In this session Sara will cover how to...
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This class will include a Q&A and a prepared reading session with New York based talent agent Gina Manfredi
Participating actors will prepare perform commercial copy OR a scene of their choice from film or tv, two minutes in length or less.
ABOUT GINA
Gina Manfredi is the Director of the...
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This 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 must stay...
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This class will include a Q&A with LA based Casting Professional Jason Wood, followed by a prepared work session.
Participating actors will receive sides to in the class.
Additional preparation details will be sent via email with your RSVP confirmation.
BIO
View Jason's IMDb credits.
This class will include a Q&A with NY based Casting Director Aleta Chappelle, followed by a prepared work session.
Participating actors will choose, prepare and perform monologues from film.
Additional preparation details will be sent upon confirmation.
ABOUT ALETA:
Aleta Chappelle's career in the film industry began as an assistant in the...
This class will include a Q&A with LA based Casting Director Loretta Troutman, followed by a prepared work session.
Participating actors will choose, prepare and perform sides from film or television.
Additional preparation details will be sent upon RSVP confirmation.
BIO
Dayton, Ohio native, Loretta Troutman considers herself a multi-hyphenate creator...
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This in-person class will include a Q&A and a prepared reading session with New York based Casting Director, Barry Shapiro.
Participating actors will work on cold reads of commercial copy, assigned by the Casting Director in class.
Additional information will be sent upon confirmation.
ABOUT BARRY
This class begins at 1pm PST
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This session will explore the tools actors can use to prepare mentally, physically, and emotionally for auditions and how to let it all go post audition. Whether recording a self-tape, attending a live virtual audition, or performing in person, we’ll cover the entire...
This class will include a Q&A with LA based Casting Director Faith Abraham, followed by a prepared work session.
Participating actors will choose, prepare and perform sides from film or television.
Additional preparation details will be sent upon RSVP confirmation.
BIO
Faith Abraham has been working in casting for nearly a...
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This in-person class will include a Q&A and a prepared reading session with New York based Casting Director, Caroline Sinclair.
Participating actors will choose, prepare, perform a scene from film or tv, two minutes in length or less. No monologues. Additional information will be sent upon confirmation.
ABOUT CAROLINE
This class will include a Q&A with Casting Director Lisa Pantone, followed by a prepared work session.
All participating actors must prepare TWO pieces of commercial copy to perform in this virtual class for live feedback.
Additional preparation details will be sent upon confirmation.
BIO
Lisa Pantone has been casting...
CLASS FORMAT
This class is for young performers under the age of 18 only. No performers over the age of 18 will be admitted.
Parents/guardians are invited to join for a 30-45 minute Q&A at the top of the class, where Tineka will deep dive into the...
