This class will include a Q&A with bi-coastal Casting Director Matthew Maisto, 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 MATTHEW
Matthew Maisto is an Emmy-nominated Casting Director for film, television...
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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...
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In this hands-on workshop, actors will learn how to use Google Sheets to effectively track their auditions and gain valuable insights into their 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...
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.
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Lisa is a Los Angeles native and has been...
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Whether you’re new to the business or a regular on a series, this entertaining lecture will give you powerful tools you can easily apply to your craft, in both comedy and drama.
Jack shares tips for eliminating fear and doubt, shifting the way you think about your art, and...
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In voiceover, actors are often confronted with short pieces of copy and tasked with making that minimized copy sound interesting. That is tough enough, but what's more challenging is being asked to "give it to me in trips." Trips meaning triple or three times. How do you create...
Join us for an screening of the first two episode of season 2 'Survival of the Thickest.' Followed by a conversation with actor Michelle Buteau.
Series Synopsis: Survival of the Thickest centers on Mavis Beaumont (Michelle Buteau). Black, plus-size, and looking for love, while loving herself, Mavis works hard...
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Scott Parkin's philosophy is “If it’s not fun…why bother”? In this class you will work in a safe and inviting space where you can stretch out and gain confidence in your abilities and yourself. This class will work with material that lends itself to improvisation, so students learn...
This class will include a Q&A with LA based Casting Director Alexa Pereira, 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
A recent Artios Award winner, Alexa has been in casting...
Join us for a screening of 'Shrinking' followed by a conversation with actor Jessica Williams. Moderated by actor Karen Pittman. Reception to follow.
Synopsis:
'Shrinking' follows a grieving therapist who starts to break the rules and tell his clients exactly what he thinks. Ignoring his training and ethics, he finds...
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In this Masterclass, actor Harry Hamlin will be working with selected actors in a live and observed work session. This will be preceded by a brief conversation on his craft and career moderated by Rochelle Rose, SAG-AFTRA Foundation National Director of Performers Programs and will be followed by an...
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Photographer Russell Baer has been shooting Hollywood's most famous faces for the past 20 years. His environmental portraits range from the highest profile celebrity, to the everyday man on the street. Russell's photographs have beenseen on the pages of almost every magazine on newsstands today including Marie Claire,...
This class will include a Q&A with LA based Casting Director Thomas Sullivan, 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.
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With a sharp eye for talent and a passion for...
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Join award-winning narrator and director Jennifer Aquino for a workshop where you'll dive into the relationship between audiobook narrators and directors. You'll gain a better understanding of the critical role a director plays in the recording process, why and when you may work with one, and how you,...
This class will include a Q&A with LA based Casting Director, Tiffany Little Canfield, 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,...
This class begins at 1pm PST
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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 is communicating and...
****THIS CLASS IS OPEN FOR AUDITORS ONLY AT THIS TIME****
If you wish to AUDIT, please add your named to the waitlist.
Be advised: Attendance policies apply to auditors.
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Join accomplished voice talent Emily Bauer for an exploration of character creation. In this workshop readers will...
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In this acting workshop, you’ll perform a short memorized scene (or monologue) of your choice - as if auditioning for the role. It could be material you’ve auditioned with in the past or anything you feel you're generally right for. After your first take, Jack will discuss your...
This class will include a Q&A with NY based Casting Director,Susan Shopmaker, 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...
Need help with basic tech tasks?
Bring your laptop for personalized, one-on-one support with everyday needs like uploading headshots to casting websites, verifying your SAG-AFTRA membership on IMDbPro, using Microsoft Office or Google Workspace tools. Sessions are supportive, straightforward, and designed to empower...
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You may have heard about this thing called Source-Connect lately, and you probably have a lot of questions! Join George "The Tech" Whittam and Source Elements for this one hour beginners guide to get oriented. We'll show you the ropes of using Source-Connect's latest version, how to get...
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Join the founding members of the Narrator Alliance for a lively discussion about the unique joys and challenges that face modern audiobook narrators. This session will begin with an introduction and history of the the Narrator Alliance and then open for all those in attendance to ask questions,...
This class will include a Q&A with LA based Casting Director David Guglielmo, 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
David Guglielmo is a filmmaker and casting...
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...
If your home has been damaged or destroyed by the Eaton or Palisades wildfires and you have questions on how to navigate the insurance recovery process, please sign up for this event. The SAG-AFTRA Foundation and United Policyholders, a non-profit improving disaster recovery for over 30 years, will...
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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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This class will include a Q&A with NY based Casting Professional Nicholas Petrovich 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 NICHOLAS
Nicholas Petrovich is an independent Casting Director and...
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...
Join us for a 90-minute Career Retrospective with actor Christina Ricci.
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Golden Globe®, SAG®, and Emmy® nominee Christina Ricci is widely recognized as one of Hollywood's most esteemed actors. She currently stars in the fan-favorite role as ‘Misty Quigley’ in the highly anticipated third...
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This class will include a Q&A with NY based Casting Directors Kristen Paladino & Lori Malkin, 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 KRISTEN & LORI
Kristen's credits are...
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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...
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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 PST
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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 digging deeper into...
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...
This class begins at 1pm PST
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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 digging deeper into...
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This class will teach actors how to improve their timing and pace when voicing commercials, by adding your voice to commercials with picture and sound mixes.
The instructor will explain the purpose, goals and approach of this voiceover training.
Actors will be given the commercial...
This class will include a Q&A with LA based Casting Director Adam Richards, 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.
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LIMITED NUMBER OF SCREENING LINKS AVAILABLE!
*You will receive this via email. You do not need to log-in at any specific time. You will receive the screener by END OF DAY on 5/16. The screener link allows access from 5/16 until 6/23
You also will be sent a pre-recorded conversation featuring actors Diego...
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. The hour long orientation incorporates a Q&A...
This class will include a Q&A with LA based Casting Professional Emma Fleming, 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
Emma is a Los Angeles-based Casting Director whose recent projects...
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In this class, two to three actors will work together to create conversational reads that are entertaining, informational and more. Commercial voiceover scripts will provide the source material and from there the actors will work on script analysis, scene, tone, timing and point of view. Then, the group...
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In this Masterclass casting director Cindy Tolan will be working with selected actors in a live and observed work session. This will be preceded by a brief conversation on her career and will be followed by an audience Q&A.
These reservations are for Q&A participation and observation only.
ABOUT CINDY
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Voiceover auditions can be exciting, inspiring and...stressful. You record the audition, send it off and then.....? Crickets. That can leave you wondering: Did anyone listen to my audition? if so, what did they think about my performance? How does my recording space/studio sound? Was my submission competitive? In...
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This class will include a Q&A with Bi-coastal Casting Director Andy Roth, followed by a prepared work session.
Participating actors will receive commercial copy to work with upon arrival at the start of class.
BIO
Andy Roth is a casting director with a career that has spanned almost three decades. After...
Join us for a screening of 'Black Mirror' followed by a conversation with actor Paul Giamatti. Moderated by Clayton Davis, Variety.
Synopsis:
An isolated man is introduced to a groundbreaking system that allows its users to literally step inside old photographs — stirring powerful emotions in the process.
Run time:...
Join us for an screening of the first episode of 'Sirens.' Followed by a conversation with actors Meghann Fahy, Milly Alcock, Glenn Howerton, Felix Solis, Showrunner, Writer & Executive Producer Molly Smith Metzler and Director Nicole Kassell
Series Synopsis: Devon (Meghann Fahy) thinks her sister Simone (Milly Alcock) has a...
This class will include a Q&A with NY based Elizabeth Berra, followed by a prepared work session.
Participating actors will prepare a scene assigned by the Casting Director within four days before the class.
Additional preparation details will be sent upon RSVP confirmation.
ABOUT ELIZABETH
Elizabeth Berra is a New York based...
Join us for a screening of 'The Diplomat' followed by a conversation with actors Keri Russell, Ato Essandoh, Ali Ahn, David Gyasi and Allison Janney. Moderated by Kara Warner.
Synopsis:
The call is coming from inside the house.
A deadly explosion in the heart of London shatters US Ambassador Kate Wyler’s...
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This class is specifically designed for members who are familiar with self-recording but are considering switching DAWs to REAPER.
Why make the switch? REAPER is a rich and stable, no subscription but inexpensive, incredibly powerful and highly configurable recording platform. Join REAPER enthusiast and sought after audiobook narrator James...
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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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Great games need great performances! Ever dream of voicing a hero, villain, or quirky NPC? Step behind the mic and into the world of interactive storytelling. This course introduces aspiring voice actors to the fast-growing field of video game performance. Learn how to interpret game scripts, deliver powerful...
Join us for a 90-minute Career Retrospective with actor Jane Seymour. Moderated by Scott Mantz.
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A multiple Emmy and Golden Globe winner, recipient of the Officer of the British Empire (OBE) bestowed upon her by Queen Elizabeth II, Jane Seymour has proven her talents...
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If you already use Source-Connect 3 and need clarity about the move to Source-Connect 4, this 1 hour class is for you! Join George "The Tech" Whittam and Source-Elements who will show you how to make the upgrade to SC 4, what's different and the same, and have...
Need help with basic tech tasks?
Bring your laptop for personalized, one-on-one support with everyday needs like uploading headshots to casting websites, verifying your SAG-AFTRA membership on IMDbPro, using Microsoft Office or Google Workspace tools. Sessions are supportive, straightforward, and designed to empower...
This class begins at 1pm PST
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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 is communicating and...
Join us for a screening of 'Overcompensating' followed by a conversation with actor/creator Benito Skinner, actors Wally Baram, Mary Beth Barone, Adam DiMarco, Owen Thiele & writer Scott King. Moderated by actor Jack Smart, People Magazine.
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Overcompensating is a college-set ensemble comedy about the wild, chaotic journey of Benny...
Join us for a screening of 'The Residence' followed by a conversation with actors Uzo Aduba, Susan Kelechi Watson, Edwina Findley, Jason Lee, & Ken Marino.
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132 rooms. 157 suspects. One dead body. One wildly eccentric detective. One disastrous State Dinner. The Residence is a screwball whodunnit set in...
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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...
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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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In this Masterclass, actor Uzo Aduba will be working with selected actors in a live and observed work session. This will be preceded by a brief conversation on her craft and career and will be followed by an audience Q&A.
These reservations are for Q&A participation and observation only.
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This class begins at 1pm PST
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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....
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All voiceover performers work with microphones but very few understand how those microphones work. Join SAG-AFTRA Foundation Engineer/Booth Director Lana Migliore for a session that will help demystify this essential piece of audio equipment. In this session Lana will explain the basics of how microphones function and which...
This class begins at 1pm PST.
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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...
This class begins at 1pm PST.
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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...
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...
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...
This class begins at 1pm PST
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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...
This class begins at 1pm PST
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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...
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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 learn about home recording...
