Chicago

SAG-AFTRA Chicago Local Conservatory presents “Social Media for the Life of an Actor” with Tony Howell

When: Monday, Nov. 19

Time: 6 – 8 p.m.

Where: Kaufherr Resource Center
1 E. Erie, Suite 660
Chicago, IL

The truth? Your web presence is currently working for or against you 24/7/365 around the world. Learn how to harness the power of social media to enhance your brand. Whether you’re an established presence or an emerging brand, do not miss this inspiring and informative workshop. You’ll leave with a deeper sense of purpose, power and a more professionally polished presence.

During the workshop, you will:

• Strategize a big-picture plan for your brand, life and career.
• Learn how to balance online and offline, as well as personal and professional.
• Discover the simple secrets to successful photo and video shoots.
• End your website shame, confusion and fears.
• Get the formulas to achieve real results on social media.
• Stop the No. 1 mistake of Apple users everywhere. 
• Start to love the power and possibilities provided by digital technology. 

Tony Howell is a digital strategist for award-winning artists, as well as students and seniors new to the business or the web. He’s been featured by the SAG-AFTRA Foundation, Actors’ Equity Association, Music Theatre International, Broadway Dance Center, Google NYC and more. Before becoming an entrepreneur, he was an actor for more than 20 years, performing on Broadway, off-Broadway, on national tours and more. His new job — and joy — is to help design your future by building your brand and business to change the world. 

RSVP now and please arrive early. No need to bring anything except a pen or a pencil. 
RSVP to kathy.byrne@sagaftra.org.

Park at 10 East Ontario. Enter on the north side of Ontario between Wabash and State, and then take a ticket. When you sign in, you may purchase a four-hour ticket for $13 cash, $14 Visa, MasterCard or American Express payment. You will need both tickets to exit the parking structure.

This workshop is not intended to imply an endorsement of any individual or company by SAG-AFTRA. The information provided through the workshop 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.

SAG-AFTRA CHICAGO LOCAL MEMBERS: WE NEED YOU!
 

The Lyric Opera musicians, who are members of the Chicago Federation of Musicians, need your help. Lyric Opera is demanding radical cuts that would decimate the Orchestra and forever diminish Lyric Opera of Chicago. Join them for a rally at Daley Plaza in Chicago on Friday to let the Lyric Opera know that a world-class opera company needs a world-class orchestra. 

When: 2 p.m., Friday, Oct. 12

 

Where: Daley Center Plaza, 50 W. Washington St., Chicago 

SAG-AFTRA is meeting in the corner of Washington and Dearborn at 1:30  p.m. Wear your SAG-AFTRA t-shirts and hats and join us to show your support for your fellow union brothers and sisters. Stand in unity and solidarity!

For more information please email jolene.jones@sagaftra.org.

SAG-AFTRA Senior Radio Players Present The Golden Age of Radio in association with Chicago’s DCASE. This will be the SAG-AFTRA Senior Radio Players 92nd evening of live recreations of radio classics since 1997. 

Can’t wait for Halloween? Then Oct. 11 is the date for you! If you are brave enough, share a spooky evening with the SAG-AFTRA Senior Radio Players as they recreate two thriller radio programs. It’s FREE! 

The Theatre of the Imagination presents The Hermit’s Cave: The Blackness of Terror, directed by Connie Foster; and Escape: Evening Primrose, directed by Brigid Duffy.

When: 7 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 11, 2018
Doors open at 6 p.m.

Where: The Chicago Cultural Center, Claudia Cassidy Theater
Enter 77 E. Randolph at Michigan Ave.
                               
You’re not afraid of the dark or creatures of the night, are you? Perhaps blood-curdling screams send shivers up your spine? Join us, if you dare…

Join us Oct. 24 in the KMRC!
 
SAG-AFTRA member Tim Dadabo is back, this time with a partner in crime, Kevin Theis, to take the mystery out of recording voiceover from home. 

In our last series, we covered what’s needed to record from home. This time, Dadabo and Theis will cover setup and recording with your software. Dadabo will cover setting up and using Twisted Wave, Theis will cover setting up and using Audacity. 
 
If your equipment is mobile (I/O boxes, USB or “regular” mics, and laptops or tablets) please bring that equipment with you. In an effort to give fair time to all, please make sure your software is installed and working properly, as we will not have time to walk you through that process.
 
Seating is limited! Please RSVP to commercialsRSVPchicago@sagaftra.org by Oct. 22. If you plan to bring a program with you, please let us know which one in your RSVP.
 
What: Home Studio Workshop for Voiceovers, Part II: How to Use Your Software
When: Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2018
Time: 6-9 p.m.
Where: Kaufherr Resource Center, 1 E. Erie, Suite 660

Park for $13 at 10 East Ontario. Enter on the north side of Ontario between Wabash and State, and then take a ticket. When you sign in, you may purchase a four-hour ticket for $13. You will need both tickets to exit the parking structure. Cash only, please.

This meeting is only open to paid-up SAG-AFTRA members in good standing. Unfortunately, no guests allowed. Parents/guardians of younger performers under 18 years old are welcome. SAG-AFTRA members, please bring your membership card or digital card on the app (paid through Oct. 31, 2018) for admittance. This workshop is not intended to imply an endorsement of any individual or company by SAG-AFTRA. The information provided through the workshop 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.

SAG-AFTRA is inviting all members who work the SAG-AFTRA Commercials Contract and SAG-AFTRA Audio Commercials Contract (“Commercials Contracts”) to the upcoming Chicago Local Wages and Working (W&W) Conditions Committee meeting.

The Commercials Contracts expire on March 31, 2019 – join your fellow members to discuss issues you’d like to see addressed in the upcoming Commercials Contracts negotiations. Your participation is vital!
            
When: Noon - 2 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 25
(Dates and times are subject to change as the process and the committees’ work unfolds. Notice will be given of any changes.)

Where: SAG-AFTRA Chicago Memorial Boardroom
1 E. Erie St., Ste. 650
Chicago, IL. 60611
(Park at 10 East Ontario. Enter on the north side of Ontario between Wabash and State, and then take a ticket. When you sign in, you will be given a complimentary four-hour ticket pass. You will need both tickets to exit the parking structure.)

RSVP: CommercialsRSVPChicago@sagaftra.org

Attention members who are actively producing: SAG-AFTRA members who are actively producing cannot attend the W&W Committee meetings due to conflict of interest. 

If you cannot attend a W&W meeting, please make sure your voice is heard. You may submit proposal recommendations by email at commercialsw&w@sagaftra.org. Recommendations must be received by Friday, Nov. 2, 2018. All recommended proposals will be reviewed by the W&W Conditions Committee.

W&W Committee meetings are only open to paid-up SAG-AFTRA members in good standing — no guests are allowed. Parents/guardians of performers under 18 years old are welcome. Participation is limited only by fire department regulations. SAG-AFTRA members, please bring your membership card (paid through Oct. 31, 2018) for admittance.