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Los Angeles - The Business

Voice of Goddess: The Art of Live Announce

Monday, July 28, 2025

Join us for a 45-minute panel with female voice announcers Queen Noveen, Randy Thomas & Sylvia Villagran as they discuss their careers and work navigating the industry, how female voices are shaping voiceover work, and how to have resilience in a competitive field, moderated by voice actor Andia Winslow....

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Los Angeles - Casting Access - Bonus Class

Scenes with Wayne Chang

Monday, July 28, 2025

This class will include a Q&A with LA based Casting Director Wayne Chang, 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

Wayne Chang is a bi-costal independent Casting Director. Projects "

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New York - Casting Access

Assigned Sides with Blaine Johnston

Tuesday, July 29, 2025

This class will include a Q&A with NY based Casting Director Blaine Johnston, followed by a prepared work session. 

Participating actors will be assigned a scene prior to class to prepare and perform.

Additional preparation details will be sent upon confirmation.


ABOUT BLAINE

Director of Casting for Disney Entertainment Television- East Coast....

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virtual - Voiceover Lab

Bringing Joy Back to the Booth with Stacia Newcomb

Tuesday, July 29, 2025


****DUE TO POPULAR DEMAND THIS  CLASS IS OPEN FOR AUDITORS. ADD YOUR NAME TO THE WAITLIST IF YOU WISH TO AUDIT. AUDITING MEANS YOU CAN ATTEND CLASS, LISTEN AND ASK QUESTIONS  BUT WILL NOT READ. BE ADVISED ATTENDANCE RULES APPLY TO AUDITORS******


Synopsis

Join industry powerhouse Stacia Newcomb for a...

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virtual - Small Group Sessions

LinkedIn for Performers: Build Your Professional Presence (Virtual)

Tuesday, July 29, 2025

SYNOPSIS

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...

Los Angeles - Small Group Sessions

Actor Career Focus

Tuesday, July 29, 2025

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...

Virtual - Small Group Sessions

Actor Career Focus

Tuesday, July 29, 2025

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 - Small Group Sessions

The Actor’s Guide to Home Office Efficiency

Tuesday, July 29, 2025

SYNOPSIS

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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Los Angeles - Casting Access

Scenes from Television with Rachel Imbriglio

Tuesday, July 29, 2025

This class will include a Q&A with LA based casting professional Rachel Imbriglio, followed by a prepared work session. 

Participating actors will choose, prepare and perform sides from television.  

Additional preparation details will be sent upon confirmation.


ABOUT RACHEL:

Rachel Imbriglio works as a Casting Professional & Filmmaker.  She has...

Los Angeles - Conversations

Robert Sheehan & Matilda Lutz for 'Red Sonja'

Tuesday, July 29, 2025

Join us for a screening of 'Red Sonja' followed by a conversation with actors Matilda Lutz & Robert Sheehan, moderated by Audrey Cleo Yap.

Synopsis: Captured. Chained. Forced to fight for survival. Red Sonja must battle her way through the blood-soaked pits of a tyrant’s empire and rally an army of outcasts...

Los Angeles - Casting Access

Assigned Animation VO with Maria Estrada

Wednesday, July 30, 2025

Details This program is FULL

SYNOPSIS

This class will include a Q&A with LA based Casting Director Maria Estrada, followed by a prepared work session. 

Participating actors will choose, prepare and perform sides from a small library of sides provided by Maria.

Additional preparation details will be sent via email upon confirmation.


BIO

A native Diegan, Maria started...

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virtual - Voiceover Lab

The Audiobook Challenge with James Romick

Wednesday, July 30, 2025

Synopsis

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...

Virtual - Small Group Sessions

Resumes

Wednesday, July 30, 2025

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 it as one of their...

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New York - Agent Access

Scenes with David Krasner

Wednesday, July 30, 2025

This class will include a Q&A with New York Talent Agent David Krasner, 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 DAVID:

David is a Talent Agent at the Henderson Hogan...

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virtual - Small Group Sessions

How to Use Google Docs To Format Your Resume (Virtual)

Wednesday, July 30, 2025

SYNOPSIS

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...

Los Angeles - Voiceover Lab

The Graduates - Don LaFontaine Voiceover Lab

Wednesday, July 30, 2025

SYNOPSIS

The Don LaFontaine Voiceover Lab is a place of growth and development.  The Lab fosters a vibrant community where voice actors can hone their craft, connect with industry professionals and build rapport with fellow actors. Many participants have successfully launched their careers, securing voiceover work and even...

virtual - Voiceover Lab

Perfecting Animation and VideoGame Reads with Ed Lewis

Thursday, July 31, 2025

Details This program is FULL

****READER SPOTS ARE FULL FOR THS CLASS**** 

****PLEASE ADD YOUR NAME TO THE WAITLIST IF YOU WISH TO AUDIT*** BE ADVISED ATTENDANCE RULES APPLY TO AUDITORS****


SYNOPSIS 

Join award-winning voice director Ed Lewis for a fun, fast-paced master class in bringing animation and video game copy to life! This class will...

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Los Angeles - Voiceover Lab

Documentary Narration

Thursday, July 31, 2025

SYNOPSIS

Documentaries are having a 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.  

Instructor:...

Los Angeles - Small Group Sessions

Representation

Thursday, July 31, 2025

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...

Virtual - Small Group Sessions

Representation

Thursday, July 31, 2025

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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New York - Casting Access

Scenes with Ashley Ingram

Thursday, July 31, 2025

CLASS SYNOPSIS

This class will include a Q&A with NY based Casting Director, Ashley Ingram, 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.


ABOUT ASHLEY

Casting Director Ashley Ingram is an Emmy Award...

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Los Angeles - The Business

Casting Masterclass with Debby Romano & Brett Benner

Saturday, August 2, 2025

SYNOPSIS

In this Masterclass, Casting Directors Debby Romano ('Shrinking') & Brett Benner ('Shrinking') will be working with selected actors in a live and observed work session. This will be preceded by a brief conversation on their careers and will be followed by an audience Q&A.


These reservations are for Q&A participation and...

Los Angeles - Casting Access - Advanced

Advanced - Scenes with Gayle Pillsbury

Monday, August 4, 2025

Details This program is FULL

This class will include a Q&A with LA based Casting Director,Gayle Pillsbury, followed by a prepared work session. 

Participating actors will prepare and perform scenes of their choice from film/television.  Additional information will be sent in your RSVP confirmation email.

To be eligible to take this class, actors must...

Los Angeles - The Business

Real Tips for Your Demo Reels & Clips

Monday, August 4, 2025

Join us for a 45-minute panel with managers James Jolly of Anonymous Content, Matt Shelton of Stride Management, & Terra Weiler Impact Artists Group, LLC. and editors Joe Gressis & Paul Norton as they delve into the latest and best practices of assembling your demo reels, the do's and...

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Virtual - Casting Access

Scenes with Tara Mazzucca

Tuesday, August 5, 2025

CLASS SYNOPSIS

This class will include a Q&A with LA/Nevada based Casting Professional, Tara Mazzucca, 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.


ABOUT TARA

Tara Mazzucca is an Artios winning Casting Director...

Virtual - Small Group Sessions

Social Media Basics

Tuesday, August 5, 2025

This class begins at 1pm PT | 4pm ET

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...

virtual - Small Group Sessions

How to Use Google Sheets to Track Your Auditions (Virtual)

Tuesday, August 5, 2025

SYNOPSIS

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...

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Los Angeles - Conversations

Adam Scott & Rachel Tenner for 'Severance'

Tuesday, August 5, 2025

Join us for a screening of the season two finale of 'Severance' followed by a conversation with actor/executive producer Adam Scott and casting director Rachel Tenner, moderated by Rochelle Rose, SAG-AFTRA Foundation National Director of Performers Programs.

Synopsis: 

In 'Severance,' Mark Scout (Adam Scott) leads a team at Lumon Industries, whose employees...

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New York - Casting Access

Assigned Sides with Maribeth Fox

Wednesday, August 6, 2025

SYNOPSIS

This in-person class will include a Q&A with New York based Casting Director, Maribeth Fox, 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 MARIBETH

Maribeth Fox recently opened her own casting...

Los Angeles - Small Group Sessions

IMDb Pro for Actors: Optimize Your Profile

Wednesday, August 6, 2025

SYNOPSIS

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...

New York - Voiceover Lab

Commercial Workout

Wednesday, August 6, 2025

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 on...

virtual - Voiceover Lab

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

Wednesday, August 6, 2025

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...

Virtual - Small Group Sessions

Money Management

Wednesday, August 6, 2025

This class begins at 1pm PT |4pm ET

SYNOPSIS

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

virtual - Small Group Sessions

Actors Access Essentials (Virtual)

Wednesday, August 6, 2025

SYNOPSIS

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...

Los Angeles - Conversations

Conversation for 'Found Footage: The Making of the Patterson Project'

Wednesday, August 6, 2025

Join us for a screening of 'Found Footage: The Making of the Patterson Project ' followed by a conversation with actors Brennan Keel Cook, Chen Tang, Rachel Alig, Del Alan Murphy and writer/director Max Tzannes, moderated by Colin McCormack, SAGindie.

Synopsis: A crew of acclaimed documentarians follow a young budding...

New York - Casting Access - Advanced

Advanced - Scenes with David Caparelliotis

Thursday, August 7, 2025

Details This program is FULL

CLASS SYNOPSIS

This class will include a Q&A with NY based Casting Director,David Caparelliotis, followed by a prepared work session.  

Participating actors will prepare and perform scenes of their choice from film/television.  Additional information will be sent in your RSVP confirmation email.

To be eligible to take this class,...

Virtual - Small Group Sessions

Self Tapes and Remote Auditions

Thursday, August 7, 2025

This class begins at 1pm PT | 4pm ET

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...

virtual - Voiceover Lab

Voice Over / Voice Under: Finding the Sweet Spot in Every Spot with Kay Bess

Thursday, August 7, 2025

SYNOPSIS

All commercials are not created equal. Discover the subtle, but meaningful differences between radio and TV commercial reads, and all the varying tv commercial styles from local to regional to national and brand anthems. It’s knowing and implementing these distinctions that moves you ever closer to those elusive...

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Los Angeles - Voiceover Lab

Cast by the Class: Commercials

Thursday, August 7, 2025

SYNOPSIS

During this class we will simulate a voiceover casting session. 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 provide additional...

Los Angeles - Small Group Sessions

Bio Writing Workshop

Friday, August 8, 2025

SYNOPSIS

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...

Los Angeles - Conversations

Sarah Jeffery and Lexi Simonsen for 'Year of the Fox'

Sunday, August 10, 2025

Join us for a screening of 'Year of the Fox' followed by a conversation with actors Sarah Jeffery and Lexi Simonsen.

Synopsis: 

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 her parents' divorce. When...

Los Angeles - Small Group Sessions

How to Use Google Docs To Format Your Resume

Monday, August 11, 2025

SYNOPSIS

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...

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virtual - Voiceover Lab

Animation Throw Down

Monday, August 11, 2025

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...

Los Angeles - Small Group Sessions

How to Edit Your Self-Tape in iMovie (iPhone/iPad Edition)

Monday, August 11, 2025

SYNOPSIS

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...

virtual - Voiceover Lab

Copy DeCoding with John McKinney

Tuesday, August 12, 2025

SYNOPSIS

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...

Los Angeles - Small Group Sessions

Headshots

Tuesday, August 12, 2025

This class begins at 1pm PST

SYNOPSIS

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 is communicating and...

Los Angeles - Small Group Sessions

Tech Support for Actors: Group Help Session

Wednesday, August 13, 2025

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...

virtual - Voiceover Orientation

Voiceover Lab Orientation

Wednesday, August 13, 2025

SYNOPSIS 

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...

Los Angeles - Small Group Sessions

Demo Reels and Clips

Wednesday, August 13, 2025

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 - Small Group Sessions

How To Use Linktree To Organize Your Online Presence

Wednesday, August 13, 2025

SYNOPSIS

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...

Los Angeles - Small Group Sessions

Branding

Thursday, August 14, 2025

SYNOPSIS

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...

virtual - Casting Access - Bonus Class

Casting Access Orientation

Friday, August 15, 2025

An introduction to the Casting Access program. Whether you are new to Casting Access or have taken classes before, this is a great way to come learn about how the program works and how to get the most out of it as well as understand the newly implemented...

Los Angeles - Small Group Sessions

LinkedIn for Performers: Build Your Professional Presence

Friday, August 15, 2025

SYNOPSIS

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...

Los Angeles - Small Group Sessions

The Audition

Tuesday, August 19, 2025

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

Actor Career Focus

Wednesday, August 20, 2025

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...

Virtual - Small Group Sessions

Headshots

Thursday, August 21, 2025

This class begins at 1pm PT | 4pm ET

SYNOPSIS

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...

Los Angeles - Small Group Sessions

How to Use Google Sheets to Track Your Auditions

Friday, August 22, 2025

SYNOPSIS

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...

Los Angeles - Small Group Sessions

Actors Access Essentials

Monday, August 25, 2025

SYNOPSIS

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...

Los Angeles - Small Group Sessions

Representation

Tuesday, August 26, 2025

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...

Virtual - Small Group Sessions

Resumes

Wednesday, August 27, 2025

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 it as one of their...

Virtual - Small Group Sessions

Demo Reels and Clips

Thursday, August 28, 2025

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 - Small Group Sessions

Tech Support for Actors: Group Help Session

Friday, August 29, 2025

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...

Los Angeles - Conversations

Volunteer Orientation

Tuesday, September 9, 2025 3:00 PM PDT

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...