An Evening with Background Casting Directors

Join the Los Angeles Local Background Actors Committee for An Evening with Background Casting Directors:

This fascinating and educational panel will be moderated by SAG-AFTRA with the following seasoned background actor casting directors:

• Dee Dee Ricketts - DD Casting
• Bill Dance - Bill Dance Casting
• Rich King - Rich King Casting

Panelists will discuss the casting process for the various TV/Theatrical/Streaming and New Media contracts that SAG-AFTRA has in place, from registration, to booking and working the job. Get the questions asked that you always wanted to know and advice from casting directors who all have a common love for actors and a passion for sharing their knowledge. Whether you’re a new member or restarting your professional career, this is a great way to gain more experience and insight about the craft of background artistry.

Members are encouraged to submit 3-4 questions that you would like the casting directors to answer. Questions should be emailed to backgroundactorsinfo@sagaftra.org. 

When: Monday, August 5 at 7 p.m. PT 

Where: James Cagney Boardroom, SAG-AFTRA Plaza 
             5757 Wilshire Blvd.
             Los Angeles, CA 90036

*Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. PT and light refreshments will be served. 

Parking: Please park in the garage off of Curson Ave. and bring your parking ticket for validation.

RSVP: Log in to see the form below. Deadline to RSVP is Wednesday, July 31. SAG-AFTRA members, please bring your physical or digital membership card for admittance. 

Questions? Reach out to backgroundactorsinfo@sagaftra.org or call (323) 549-6811.  

IMPORTANT NOTE: There is very limited space, so please sign up early and encourage others to do the same. Guests without registration confirmation will not be admitted.

Panelists are subject to change without notification.

This panel is not intended to imply an endorsement of any individual or company by SAG- AFTRA. The information provided through the panel is given for informational purposes and may not be a suitable substitute for the advice of other industry professionals. You should always use good judgment in these matters and should not act or refrain from acting based solely on information provided through the panel.

This event is only open to active SAG-AFTRA members in good standing (paid through Oct. 31, 2024).No guests are allowed. Parents/guardians of performers under 18 years old are welcome.

ADA requests may be included on your RSVP form below. Please note that ADA requests must be received by 4 p.m. PT,Tuesday, July 23 to the Background Department at (323) 549-6811.