Conservatory

Weekly

Teacher: Robert Goodman

Via mainstream acting theories and techniques, proven exercises and improvisation, students are exposed to the stylish and technical demands of camera performance. With emphasis on the ensemble and exposure, today’s audition obligations, to understanding how multi-media training relates to a 21st century actor, we will explore, challenge, and apply the vernacular, etiquette, discipline, and nuance of acting, and note how the process of storytelling applies to the actor. 

RSVP: The registration form for this class will open below on Monday, March 24. 

Please bring your SAG-AFTRA member ID card, or digital card in the Member App for admittance. 

If you have questions about the class or need to request an accommodation please email us at ny.conservatory@sagaftra.org. 

This workshop is not intended to imply an endorsement of any individual or company by SAG-AFTRA. Unless otherwise stated, the views expressed are those of the individual guests, not of SAG-AFTRA. The information provided through the workshop is given for informational purposes and may not be a suitable substitute for applicable professional advice. You should always use good judgment in these matters and should not act or refrain from acting based solely on information provided through the workshop.

This event is only open to SAG-AFTRA NY Conservatory Members.

Tuesdays Bi-weekly

Teacher: Marc Baron

Discussions will include delving deeper into the screenwriting process with new materials each meet. It's recommended to take the Introduction to Screenwriting. 
 

RSVP: The registration form for this class will open on Monday, March 24. Please bring your SAG-AFTRA member ID card, or digital card in the Member App for admittance. 

If you have questions about the class or need to request an accommodation please email us at ny.conservatory@sagaftra.org. 

This workshop is not intended to imply an endorsement of any individual or company by SAG-AFTRA. Unless otherwise stated, the views expressed are those of the individual guests, not of SAG-AFTRA. The information provided through the workshop is given for informational purposes and may not be a suitable substitute for applicable professional advice. You should always use good judgment in these matters and should not act or refrain from acting based solely on information provided through the workshop.

This event is only open to SAG-AFTRA NY Conservatory Members.

Tuesdays Bi-weekly

Teacher: Marc Baron

Discussion will include story, structure, character development, formatting, software, festivals and more.
 

RSVP: The registration form for this class will open on Monday, March 24. Please bring your SAG-AFTRA member ID card, or digital card in the Member App for admittance. 

If you have questions about the class or need to request an accommodation please email us at ny.conservatory@sagaftra.org. 

This workshop is not intended to imply an endorsement of any individual or company by SAG-AFTRA. Unless otherwise stated, the views expressed are those of the individual guests, not of SAG-AFTRA. The information provided through the workshop is given for informational purposes and may not be a suitable substitute for applicable professional advice. You should always use good judgment in these matters and should not act or refrain from acting based solely on information provided through the workshop.

This event is only open to SAG-AFTRA NY Conservatory Members.

Sally Clawson, with Voice One, is offering a free workshop with the SAG-AFTRA San Francisco-Northern California Local Conservatory. Space is limited and accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis.

  Sally Clawson brings over 25 years of voiceover experience, alongside a dynamic career as a voice teacher, speech coach, actor, and performer. A former professional dancer,     she toured internationally with the Margaret Jenkins Dance Company until a hip injury led her to discover the power of her voice.

  After training at Voice One, the school she now proudly owns, Sally embarked on a successful voiceover career while inspiring the next generation of talent. As a sought-after     educator and corporate trainer, Sally teaches voice, acting, and performance workshops across the Bay Area and beyond.

  Her corporate training clients include Genentech, Amgen, AppFolio, Planful, AC Transit, and more. Additionally, Sally is a certified executive coach through UC Berkeley's Haas     School of Business, helping professionals elevate their communication skills. Her impressive voiceover portfolio includes work for top brands like Clorox, Toyota, Macy's, Old       Navy, McDonald’s, Yoplait, Pixar, Apple, Google, Microsoft, EA Games, Telltale Games, and Lucas Arts.

Preparing for Your Demo is a workshop designed to demystify the demo-making process from start to finish.

In this session, we’ll cover:

• The purpose of a VO demo and what it should include

• How to showcase your voice and personality

• Script selection and curation strategies

• A roadmap for creating your demo when the time is right

We’ll also listen to sample demos and discuss what makes them effective!

Date: Wednesday, June 4, 2025
Time: 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Location: Voice One, 414 Jackson St., Suite 202, San Francisco, CA 94111

For questions, contact us at SF@sagaftra.org.

Looking forward to seeing you there!

RSVP: Reservations are required. Please complete the form below to RSVP. Please note that you must be logged in to RSVP. 

This event is only open to active SAG-AFTRA members in good standing (paid through April 30, 2025). No guests are allowed. Parents/guardians of performers under 18 years old are welcome.

This event is not intended to imply an endorsement of any individual or company by SAG-AFTRA. Unless otherwise stated, the views expressed are those of the individual guests, not of SAG-AFTRA. The information provided through these workshops 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 workshop.

ADA requests may be included on your RSVP form below. Please note that ADA requests must be received 72 hours before the start of the event.

Sally Clawson, with Voice One, is offering a free workshop through the SAG-AFTRA San Francisco-Northern California Local Conservatory. Space is limited and accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis.

  Sally Clawson brings over 25 years of voiceover experience, alongside a dynamic career as a voice teacher, speech coach, actor, and performer. A former professional dancer,     she toured internationally with the Margaret Jenkins Dance Company until a hip injury led her to discover the power of her voice.

  After training at Voice One, the school she now proudly owns, Sally embarked on a successful voiceover career while inspiring the next generation of talent. As a sought-after     educator and corporate trainer, Sally teaches voice, acting, and performance workshops across the Bay Area and beyond.

  Her corporate training clients include Genentech, Amgen, AppFolio, Planful, AC Transit, and more. Additionally, Sally is a certified executive coach through UC Berkeley's Haas     School of Business, helping professionals elevate their communication skills. Her impressive voiceover portfolio includes work for top brands like Clorox, Toyota, Macy's, Old       Navy, McDonald’s, Yoplait, Pixar, Apple, Google, Microsoft, EA Games, Telltale Games, and Lucas Arts.

The Intro to Voiceover workshop is designed to provide an essential overview of the voiceover industry. This three-hour interactive session will cover:

• The evolution of voiceover
• Different types of VO work
• Current and future industry trends
• Financial possibilities in VO
• Steps to building a successful career

Plus, every participant will have the chance to read copy on the mic!

Date: Wednesday, May 28, 2025
Time: 6:30 – 8:30 PM
Location: Voice One, 414 Jackson St., Suite 202, San Francisco, CA  94111

Questions? Contact us at sf@sagaftra.org.

RSVP: Reservations are required. Please complete the form below to RSVP. Please note that you must be logged in to RSVP. 

This event is only open to active SAG-AFTRA members in good standing (paid through April 30, 2025). No guests are allowed. Parents/guardians of performers under 18 years old are welcome.

This event is not intended to imply an endorsement of any individual or company by SAG-AFTRA. Unless otherwise stated, the views expressed are those of the individual guests, not of SAG-AFTRA. The information provided through these workshops 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 workshop.

ADA requests may be included on your RSVP form below. Please note that ADA requests must be received 72 hours before the start of the event.

Join Nevada Local SAG-AFTRA members for a Monthly Actors Working Group. Come with a scene you want to work on and/or get on tape. If you would like to keep your tape, bring a thumb drive to have your video file exported. Bring scene copies for you and a partner. 

Where can I get scenes? 

https://www.actingandvoicestudios.com/pages/scene-database 

https://www.studiobinder.com/blog/tv-scripts/

https://www.studiobinder.com/blog/best-free-movie-scripts-online/

Saturday, March 22, 2025 

1:00 - 4:00 PM

Immix Studios

3700 S Maryland Pkwy Suite 525 H, +63FIFTY 2nd Floor

Las Vegas, NV 89169

https://keygatekeeper.com/immixstudios 

Doors open at 12:30 PM

Free Parking

About the Monthly Actors Working Group

Presented by the Nevada Local SAG-AFTRA Conservatory Committee, we are designed to allow you to bring the skills you’ve learned in your career, education, conservatory workshops, and put them to practical use by:

• Sharpening your skills 
• Prepping for future auditions
• Acquiring usable acting tapes for your online acting profile and/or website
• Connecting with local SAG-AFTRA members

RSVP: Reservations are required. Please complete form below to RSVP. Please note that you must be logged in to RSVP. 

This event is open to active SAG-AFTRA members in good standing (paid through April 30, 2025). 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 72 hours before the start of the event.

Are you an unrepresented SAG-AFTRA member from the Chicago Local? Are you looking to take your career to the next level? Ever wish you could have one-on-one time with a franchised agent? If so, this Talent Agent Speed Dating For Unrepresented Talent event may be exactly what you need!

Join us May 5, where each participant will have the chance to meet with multiple franchised agencies in the Chicago local area! Currently confirmed for attendance are representatives from Gray Talent Group, The Rock Agency, Talent X Alexander, SCE Agency, Ambassador Talent, and Lily's Talent Agency. This is your opportunity to connect with an agent in a casual, fun, and low-pressure setting. While you are not guaranteed to meet with every participating agent/agency, your digital submission packet will be shared with all participating agencies, giving them the chance to review your materials before and after the event!

This is a fast-paced, closely-timed Conservatory, so we need to do some pre-production to make sure it all goes smoothly. Here's what you'll need to do:

• First, register for this event below (you must be logged in to register). 

• Next, submit a digital package of your materials (details to follow in your confirmation email). 

• Pending receipt of your digital package, you will be issued a unique/specific appointment time.

• The day of the event (May 5), please be sure to bring additional hard copy headshots and resumes for the agencies. YOU MUST BE ON TIME. We are scheduling members in specific time blocks. If you miss your time slot, there's no way to make it up. (Just come early and you'll have no worries.) 
   

Please note: You will receive a confirmation email with additional details after registering for this event. Please follow the instructions in order to guarantee your reserved timeslot. You will be asked to submit a digital submission package that includes the following:

• 1 Resume

• 1-2 Headshots

• On-camera Video and/or 1 Voiceover Demo Sample (tape or demo reel, 1-2-minute max)

Deadline: All submission packages are due no later than April 21 to allow agents time to review your materials.

Don’t have a video or audio sample?
You can schedule a free consultation with Melissa Pryor at the Kaufherr Resource Center to help you create a short video or voice demo that showcases your talents!

As these events are free, reservations fill up fast. A waiting list will be used. If you can't make it, please cancel your reservation with as much notice as possible so that your timeslot can be utilized. Only a limited number of spots are available, so don’t delay - register today!

This seminar or class is for educational purposes only and will not guarantee, secure, or provide an opportunity for employment in the field or representation by an agent.
 

RSVP: Reservations are required. Please complete form below to RSVP. Please note that you must be logged in to RSVP. 

This event is only open to active SAG-AFTRA members in good standing (paid through April 30, 2025). 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 72 hours before the start of the event.

Join us for the next performance in our San Francisco-Northern California Local Conservatory Screenplay Reading Series:  Colma by Peter K. Owen

RSVP: RSVP is required. Please complete the form below to RSVP. Please note that you must be logged in to RSVP.

Questions? Contact us at sf@sagaftra.org

ADA requests may be included on your RSVP form below. Please note that ADA requests must be received 72 hours before the start of the event.

Fridays Bi-weekly

Teacher: Ron Torgow

This class is designed to help students achieve a successful commercial audition in a fun and informative environment. The class consists of working with Commercial copy board and hand held paper copy. Various techniques are used to achieve a natural, honest, and unique audition. Improvisation techniques may also be used. Students may bring their own material or use commercial copy available. Auditions are played back and reviewed.

RSVP: The registration form for this class will open below on Monday, March 17. 

Please bring your SAG-AFTRA member ID card, or digital card in the Member App.

If you have questions about the class or need to request an accommodation please email us at ny.conservatory@sagaftra.org. 

This workshop is not intended to imply an endorsement of any individual or company by SAG-AFTRA. Unless otherwise stated, the views expressed are those of the individual guests, not of SAG-AFTRA. The information provided through the workshop is given for informational purposes and may not be a suitable substitute for applicable professional advice. You should always use good judgment in these matters and should not act or refrain from acting based solely on information provided through the workshop.

This event is only open to SAG-AFTRA NY Conservatory Members.

Weekly

Teacher: Robert Goodman

CANCELLED - Acting on Camera

Via mainstream acting theories and techniques, proven exercises and improvisation, students are exposed to the stylish and technical demands of camera performance. With emphasis on the ensemble and exposure, today’s audition obligations, to understanding how multi-media training relates to a 21st century actor, we will explore, challenge, and apply the vernacular, etiquette, discipline, and nuance of acting, and note how the process of storytelling applies to the actor. 

RSVP: The registration form for this class will open below on Monday, March 17. 

Please bring your SAG-AFTRA member ID card, or digital card in the Member App for admittance. 

If you have questions about the class or need to request an accommodation please email us at ny.conservatory@sagaftra.org. 

This workshop is not intended to imply an endorsement of any individual or company by SAG-AFTRA. Unless otherwise stated, the views expressed are those of the individual guests, not of SAG-AFTRA. The information provided through the workshop is given for informational purposes and may not be a suitable substitute for applicable professional advice. You should always use good judgment in these matters and should not act or refrain from acting based solely on information provided through the workshop.

This event is only open to SAG-AFTRA NY Conservatory Members.