Houston-Austin

This workshop will offer tools to efficiently breakdown and analyze sides for an audition. There will be a discussion on scene structure and key points to help actors identify and choose point of view and better apply back story to develop and deliver a full character in a short time frame.

When: 12:30 – 3:30 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 10
Check in at noon. Class starts promptly at 12:30 p.m.

Where: Alamo City Studios
1113-C East Houston Street
San Antonio, TX 78205
(210) 255-1899

Cost: Free for 2018 Austin, Houston or Dallas Conservatory members; $35 – Fans/General Public 
Payable by cash or check at the door.

To reserve your spot, RSVP to AustinRSVP@sagaftra.org Limited to 30 participants. 
    

You are invited to Houston's monthly SAG-AFTRA Membership Mixer. Come meet with fellow members to share ideas, industry news, plus catch up on community service projects and other activities. We look forward to seeing you there!

When: 6 - 8 p.m. (stay longer if you wish), Tuesday, Oct. 16

Where: El Real Tex-Mex Café
1201 Westheimer Rd. (Near the intersection of Montrose and Westheimer at Yoakum.)
Houston, TX 77006

RSVP: Please email houstonrsvp@sagaftra.org.
 

Please join Austin members for a Halloween Mixer that includes a costume contest, cupcakes and songs.

This event is open to SAG-AFTRA members and media industry guests - ages 21 and up only.

When: 6:30 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 21

Where: The Highball Lounge
1120 South Lamar Blvd., Austin, TX
(Free parking in connected garage)

RSVP to AustinRSVP@sagaftra.org. RSVP is required. Responses on Facebook or Eventbrite do not qualify as RSVP. 
 

When: 1 - 4 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 6, 2018

Where: MediaTech
3324 Walnut Bend Lane
Houston TX 77042. 

Cost: Free to ProACT, Houston Conservatory and Austin Actors Conservatory members; $35 for pre-members and the general public. Pay in cash or by check at the door.

SAG-AFTRA members may join the conservatory for the yearly rate of $35 and attend any conservatory event in 2018. You may in cash or by check at the door.
 
RSVP: HoustonRSVP@sagaftra.org.

About Lance Nichols
Distinguished New Orleans actor Lance Nichols stars in the Emmy nominated HBO drama series Treme, which follows several New Orleans natives as they try to rebuild their lives after the devastation left behind by Hurricane Katrina. Nichols is most widely known for his role as the preacher in the 2008 Academy Award-nominated film The Curious Case of Benjamin Button, alongside Brad Pitt and Cate Blanchett. Following the success of this role, Nichols landed a part in the Warner Bros. summer blockbuster The Campaign (2012), starring Will Ferrell and Zach Galifianakis. Throughout his 30+ years of acting, spanning from the early 80s to the present day, Nichols has made over 75 appearances on multiple award-winning and critically acclaimed television series.

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.

We’d like to hear from you! 

The Texas locals are hosting a video conference for stunt performers in Texas, Oklahoma and Arkansas to discuss the industry and the upcoming Commercial W&W meetings. You are a vital part of our industry and your local leadership would like to hear from you. 

When: 6 - 8 p.m. CDT, Wednesday, Sept. 26, 2018

RSVP required to receive login-in information. Email DallasRSVP@sagaftra.org to reserve your spot.

Join us for a workshop on insider techniques to help you become a booking powerhouse in the commercial world. You will gain a better understanding of the entire commercial audition process as well as learn specific ways to stand out in this competitive career path.

When: 7-9 p.m., Monday, Oct. 1
Doors open at 6:30 p.m.

Where: SAG-AFTRA Office
15110 Dallas Parkway, #440
Dallas, TX  75248

Cost: Free to ProACT, Houston Conservatory and Austin Actors Conservatory Members. SAG-AFTRA members may join the conservatory for $35/yr and attend any conservatory event in 2018. Pay in cash or by check at the door. $35 – Pre-members and general public. Pay in cash or by check at the door.

Register: RSVP REQUIRED to DallasRSVP@sagaftra.org.

Clayton Farris is an actor, writer, social media influencer, has earned awards as both actor and filmmaker and has commercial expertise, booking over twenty-five national commercials. Farris’ work includes smash hit shows like Grey’s Anatomy, American Horror Story and Jane the Virgin. Farris built a large internet following on Vine and is one of a handful of creators part of the Facebook Launchpad Program to help creators develop their brands and create larger audiences.

You are invited to Houston's monthly SAG-AFTRA Membership Mixer. Come meet with fellow members to share ideas, industry news, plus catch up on community service projects and other activities. We look forward to seeing you there!

When: 6 - 8 p.m. (stay longer if you wish), Tuesday, Sept. 18

Where: El Real Tex-Mex Café
1201 Westheimer Rd. (Near the intersection of Montrose and Westheimer at Yoakum.)
Houston, TX 77006

RSVP: Please email houstonrsvp@sagaftra.org.