This class will include a Q&A with LA based Casting Director Tatiana Erasme, 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
You can go to IMDb to see...
Join us for a 90-minute Career Retrospective with actor John Turturro, moderated by Stacey Wilson Hunt.
BIO:
(Actor, Director, Writer, Producer) In a career spanning more than 35 years, John Turturro has worked with a number of acclaimed filmmakers, appearing in Spike Lee's 'Do...
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Interested in creating a high quality audiobook sample for use on your personal website, ACX, AHAB or for submission to an audiobook publisher? Then this workshop is for you!
Once you RSVP, you will be sent a confirmation email with a link to a calendar. The calendar will show...
This class will include a Q&A with New Orleans based casting professional Jason Coulter, 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 JUSTIN:
Justin has worked in the TV and film industry...
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This class will include a Q&A with LA based Casting Director Donna Morong, followed by a prepared work session.
Donna will assign sides to prepare several days before the start of class.
Additional preparation details will be sent upon RSVP confirmation.
BIO
Donna Morong is an award-winning Casting Director with over 30...
This class begins at 1pm PST
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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...
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During this class you will learn a narration technique that amplifies the authors' unique cadence - and underscores their way with language. In so doing, you will unlock a narration unique to the story you are telling and avoid hypnotic and repetitive cadences that we narrators can sometimes...
Join us for a screening of 'Any Day Now' followed by a conversation with actor Paul Guilfoyle, moderated by Robert Abele, LA Times.
Synopsis: In March 1990, half a billion dollars worth of art was stolen from Boston's Gardner museum. In this creative retelling of that story, a celebrated art thief...
Join us for a screening of 'The Penguin' followed by a conversation with actors Colin Farrell, Cristin Milioti, Deirdre O’Connell & Lauren LeFranc, moderated by Jenelle Riley, Variety.
Synopsis: The next chapter in The Batman saga, this crime drama follows Oswald "Oz" Cobb's quest for power and control in Gotham...
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This class will include a Q&A with LA based Casting Director Jason Stamey, 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 RSVP confirmation.
ABOUT JASON
Jason Stamey, an Emmy-nominated Casting Director, has had...
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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 your...
This class begins at 1pm PST.
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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...
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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 Aari Reich, 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
This class begins at 1pm PT | 4pm ET
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Headshots are an actor's 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...
This class will include a Q&A with LA based Casting Director 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 professional and actor based between...
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In this hands-on workshop, you will learn how to use Google Sheets to effectively track your auditions and gain valuable insights into your career progress. You'll create your own personalized audition tracker, learn how to organize key data points (like casting directors, callbacks, and bookings), and use built-in...
Join us for a screening of the season one finale of 'The Pitt' followed by a conversation with Emmy nominated actor Shawn Hatosy.
Synopsis: 'The Pitt' is a realistic examination of the challenges facing healthcare workers in today’s America as seen through the lens of the frontline heroes working in a...
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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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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...
Join us for a 90-minute Career Retrospective with actor Walton Goggins moderated by Sara Vilkomerson.
Walton Goggins, an acclaimed American actor, has garnered widespread recognition for his versatile roles in television and film.
He is best known for his performances as Shane Vendrell in “The Shield” and Boyd Crowder in “Justified,” which...
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This in-person class will include a Q&A and a prepared reading session with New York based Casting Director, Susanne Scheel.
Participating actors will prepare and perform a scene of their choice from film or tv, two minutes in length or less.
To be eligible to take this class, actors must...
This class begins at 1pm PST.
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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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This class will emphasize the power and importance of using your authentic voice. Your natural voice is an instrument. How do you want to play it? Each person's voice is as unique as their fingerprint. The voice you were born with is capable of freely expressing a full...
This class will include a Q&A with LA based Casting Director Leslie Wasserman, 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
Leslie Wasserman is a casting professional for...
Synopsis
Too many audiobook narrators obsess over the wrong gear, chase complicated plugins, or spend hours trying to get their audio “just right”—only to end up frustrated, confused, or stuck in a loop of bad advice.
In this session, audiobook post-production expert Ryan Mey will break down how to simplify...
This class will include a Q&A with LA based Casting Director Sibby Kirchgessner, followed by a prepared work session.
Participating actors will choose, prepare and perform sides from film or television.
Additional preparation details will be sent via email upon confirmation.
BIO
Casting is my dream job. When I moved to Los...
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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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This in-person class will include a Q&A with LA based Casting Director, Arlie Day, followed by a prepared reading session
Participating actors will be assigned a scene prior to class to prepare and perform.
Additional preparation details will be sent upon confirmation.
ABOUT ARLIE
Arlie Day began her career in...
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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...
Join us for a screening of 'Sovereign' followed by a conversation with actor Nick Offerman and director Christian Swegal, moderated by Shari Belafonte.
Synopsis: Inspired by true events, 'Sovereign' is a tense and provocative true crime thriller about a father and his teenage son — Jerry and Joseph Kane (Nick Offerman and Jacob...
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This in-person class will include a Q&A and a prepared reading session with New York based Casting Director, Ann Goulder.
Participating actors will prepare and perform a scene of their choice from film or tv, two minutes in length or less.
ABOUT ANN
Ann Goulder’s latest casting credits include REBUILDING...
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Beat the heat. Join us in our state-of-the-art (fully air conditioned!!) studio in NYC for feedback, fun and a chance to work on one of the most enjoyable types of commercial copy : the partner read. In this workout group every participant will have ample opportunities to work...
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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...
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This class will include a Q&A with LA based Casting Director Danielle Eskinazi, followed by a prepared work session.
Participating actors will choose, prepare and perform a commercial copy of your choosing 30 seconds in length or less.
Additional preparation details will be sent via email with your RSVP...
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Whether you're in the booth daily or working across multiple projects, the demands on your voice are significant—and sustaining your instrument over the course of a career requires more than just talent. This workshop offers a deep dive into the science of voice production, vocal health,...
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This class will include a Q&A with LA based Casting Director Gail Goldberg, 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 GAIL
Gail's Credits include THE ORVILLE, TED, ORPHAN: FIRST KILL...
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Need help with basic tech tasks?
Bring your laptop and your questions for a collaborative, hands-on session where we'll work through common tech challenges together in a supportive group setting.
Whether it's uploading headshots to casting websites, verifying your SAG-AFTRA membership on...
Join us for an early screening of the first two episodes of 'The Paper.' Followed by a conversation with actors Domhnall Gleeson
Series Synopsis: The documentary crew that immortalized Dunder Mifflin’s Scranton branch in the Emmy Award-winning series “The Office” find a new subject when they discover a historic Midwestern...
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This in-person class will include a Q&A with New York based Casting Director, Stephen Vincent, followed by a prepared reading session
Participating actors will choose and prepare a scene to perform from a selection of sides provided by the Casting Director. Additional details will be sent upon confirmation.
ABOUT STEPHEN
Stephen...
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Join award winning audiobook narrator, Megan Tusing, for an introductory class to the world of audiobooks. The class will begin with a brief lecture where Megan will share her insights about both the business and performance side of the audiobook industry. Following the lecture a few pre-determined readers...
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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...
Join us for a screening of 'Year of the Fox' followed by a conversation with actors Sarah Jeffery and Lexi Simonsen, moderated by Stacey Yvonne.
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In the rarefied air of 1990s Aspen, teenage Ivy (Sarah Jeffery, 'The Six Triple Eight') is grappling with her emerging sexuality amid the emotional fallout of...
This class will include a Q&A with Chicago based Casting Director Christal Karge, 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 CHRISTAL:
Christal Karge is an American casting director based in Chicago,...
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This class will include a Q&A with LA based Casting Director Mami Okada, followed by a prepared work session.
Mami will be assigning cold read copy in the class.
Additional preparation details will be sent via email upon confirmation.
BIO
You can view Mami's IMDb credits
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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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...
This class will include a Q&A with LA based Casting Director Kathleen Parker, 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
Kathleen Parker has worked in Casting for...
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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...
SYNOPSIS
Need help with basic tech tasks?
Bring your laptop and your questions for a collaborative, hands-on session where we'll work through common tech challenges together in a supportive group setting.
Whether it's uploading headshots to casting websites, verifying your SAG-AFTRA membership on...
The SAG-AFTRA Foundation relies on the generous support of volunteers like you. Would you like to help with our programs? Attend the orientation and learn more about the volunteer program in the new stunning Meryl Streep Center for Performing Artists! Please fill out your volunteer profile before coming...
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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...
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Your home office is the hub of your livelihood. When it's disorganized, it can quietly drain your time, energy, and focus. In this one-hour class we'll explore how to organize your office in a way that supports timely action, smart storage, and smooth workflow. You'll learn...
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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...
*Please note, we are collecting RSVP's via Airtable for this event, so the RSVP link on the next page will take you to an external RSVP site*
Curious about the Foundation's Voiceover and On-Camera Labs, but never used them before? Or have you only used our virtual facilities, and...
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We will explore the techniques, tools and acting craft of bringing one's self to voiceover copy in a fun and informative way. Commercials - Animation - Video Games.
Today they are looking for "real" kids!
Let's find out your voiceover signature in this crazy and wonderful world of voiceover...
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This interactive session is for parents and their young performers to learn more about on-camera work and voiceover
We have assembled an exceptional group of industry professionals that will share their insights about a host of topics including representation, training, auditioning, performance, home recording, technology, current industry trends and...
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During this class, LA based Casting Director Maria Estrada will direct young performers, as they voice animation characters they choose from sides provided by Maria. This class will take place in the Don LaFontaine Voiceover Lab inside the Meryl Streep Center for Performing Artists.
Additional preparation details will be...
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We will explore the techniques, tools and acting craft of bringing one's self to voiceover copy in a fun and informative way. Commercials - Animation - Video Games.
Today they are looking for "real" kids!
Let's find out your voiceover signature in this crazy and wonderful world of voiceover...
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Ready to start auditioning for audiobook work? Join industry leader and sought after coach David H. Lawrence XVII for a workshop that will demonstrate how to navigate the two major audiobook casting platforms; ACX and AHAB. In this session David will discuss the similarities and differences...
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Voiceover 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 and the Voiceover Lab Orientation, you will have Voiceover Lab eligibility. This 2-hour orientation details what the Voiceover Lab...
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Voiceover Lab programs and recording booth sessions are open to all VO Lab eligible SAG-AFTRA members, regardless of your location. This 2 hour orientation details what the Voiceover Lab program is and the types of educational voiceover programs and training we offer. You will get a general overview...
