Los Angeles

*Registration opens on Monday, Sept. 16 at 10 a.m. PT

*Deadline to RSVP is Friday, Sept. 27 at 12 noon PT.

Class Description:
This class is designed to explore and enhance the actors’ voice through a series of functional integration exercises freeing the individual actor’s instrument. The class will focus on the areas of warm-up, mindfulness of breathing and breath control, resonating, sounding from center, vocalization and sensitivity to language and character.

Instructor: Nick Leland

This workshop is only open to paid-up SAG-AFTRA LA Conservatory members in good standing. No guests allowed. All performers under the age of 18 must be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian. 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.

ADA requests must be received at least 72 business hours before the start of the event. 
 

*Registration opens on Monday, Sept. 16 at 10 a.m. PT

*Deadline to RSVP is Friday, Sept. 27 at 12 noon PT.

Class Description:
The Diagnostic Lab is an opportunity for a private 15 minute meeting with the instructor of your choice.

Get one-on-one feedback! Each lab will be limited to six students, 15 minutes for each member. You will be able to choose from eight different instructors this weekend.

Come prepared for your 15 minutes. Bring an audition, a monologue, your headshot, demo and/or marketing questions. The more specific you are, the more you can get out of your time.

Remember: Know your chosen teacher’s area of expertise. If you are signed up for a private session with an instructor who teaches standup comedy, don’t bring in a dramatic monologue!

This is not a substitute for the instructor’s scheduled workshop, but you don’t have to attend their class in order to sign up for the diagnostic.

Instructor: Tamara Silvera

Area of Expertise: Voice Training

This workshop is only open to paid-up SAG-AFTRA LA Conservatory members in good standing. No guests allowed. All performers under the age of 18 must be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian. 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.

ADA requests must be received at least 72 business hours before the start of the event. 

 

*Registration opens on Monday, Sept. 16 at 10 a.m. PT

*Deadline to RSVP is Friday, Sept. 27 at 12 noon PT.

Class Description:
Knock the rust off the beginning of your improv scenes! This fundamentals workshop is for improvisers with core knowledge of basic scene work to reignite their love for the "top of the scene.” Dive into the art of sparking strong scenes with your ensemble while learning to fuel your creativity out of the gate. We'll play with 'gifting' each other, finding the joy in silent beginnings and discovering how to transform the mundane into comedic gold. Boost your confidence, sharpen your spontaneity and connect with fellow improvisers as you practice playful initiation techniques and embrace the unexpected. Participants should be comfortable in improvisational scenework.

Instructor: BJ Lange

This workshop is only open to paid-up SAG-AFTRA LA Conservatory members in good standing. No guests allowed. All performers under the age of 18 must be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian. 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.

ADA requests must be received at least 72 business hours before the start of the event. 
 

*Registration opens on Monday, Sept. 16 at 10 a.m. PT

*Deadline to RSVP is Friday, Sept. 27 at 12 noon PT.

Class Description:
Come learn from commercial casting directors about succeeding in the commercial side of the business during this rapidly evolving time. There will be laughs and there will be tears. By the end of it, attendees will be armed with knowledge and additional insight. Moderated by Elia Saldana.

Panelists: Ed Flores and Vicki Goggin

This workshop is only open to paid-up SAG-AFTRA LA Conservatory members in good standing. No guests allowed. All performers under the age of 18 must be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian. 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.

ADA requests must be received at least 72 business hours before the start of the event. 
 

*Registration opens on Monday, Sept. 16 at 10 a.m. PT

*Deadline to RSVP is Friday, Sept. 27 at 12 noon PT.

Class Description:
Improv is an industry standard on set and also in auditions. If you haven’t already been asked to do it, you will be at some point. In this workshop, you'll explore the fundamentals of improv with a focus on navigating "the new normal." We’ll cover key concepts, their application to acting on stage and on camera and their relevance to everyday life. Expect games, laughter and lots of fun! No experience is needed — just bring your willingness to explore creativity and adapt to new challenges in our ever-changing world. Embrace spontaneity and thrive! Find more information about these instructors by visiting their websites: Carrie-ann Pishnak and Jamison Scala.

Instructor: Carrie-ann Pishnak & Jamison Scala

This workshop is only open to paid-up SAG-AFTRA LA Conservatory members in good standing. No guests allowed. All performers under the age of 18 must be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian. 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.

ADA requests must be received at least 72 business hours before the start of the event. 
 

*Registration opens on Monday, Sept. 16 at 10 a.m. PT

*Deadline to RSVP is Friday, Sept. 27 at 12 noon PT.

Class Description:
The Diagnostic Lab is an opportunity for a private 15 minute meeting with the instructor of your choice.

Get one-on-one feedback! Each lab will be limited to six students, 15 minutes for each member. You will be able to choose from eight different instructors this weekend.

Come prepared for your 15 minutes. Bring an audition, a monologue, your headshot, demo and/or marketing questions. The more specific you are, the more you can get out of your time.

Remember: Know your chosen teacher’s area of expertise. If you are signed up for a private session with an instructor who teaches standup comedy, don’t bring in a dramatic monologue!

This is not a substitute for the instructor’s scheduled workshop, but you don’t have to attend their class in order to sign up for the diagnostic.

Instructor: Kevin McCorkle

Area of Expertise: Audition Technique

This workshop is only open to paid-up SAG-AFTRA LA Conservatory members in good standing. No guests allowed. All performers under the age of 18 must be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian. 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.

ADA requests must be received at least 72 business hours before the start of the event. 

 

*Registration opens on Monday, Sept. 16 at 10 a.m. PT

*Deadline to RSVP is Friday, Sept. 27 at 12 noon PT.

Class Description:
This year, due to popular demand, we are offering not one but two Q&A panels with powerhouse L.A. - based theatrical casting directors. Both panels will take place on Saturday and Sunday from 10:45 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. in the Cagney Boardroom. Moderated by Wendy Kurtzman.

Panelists: Bonnie Zane, Candido Cornejo, Carmen Cuba, and Gayle Pillsbury

This workshop is only open to paid-up SAG-AFTRA LA Conservatory members in good standing. No guests allowed. All performers under the age of 18 must be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian. 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.

ADA requests must be received at least 72 business hours before the start of the event. 
 

*Registration opens on Monday, Sept. 16 at 10 a.m. PT

*Deadline to RSVP is Friday, Sept. 27 at 12 noon PT.

Class Description:
The Alexander Technique (AT) is a powerful mind-body method used in conservatories around the world for the actor to learn about their habits, patterns, develop strategies to inhibit unhelpful patterns, and move/speak/breathe with ease and efficiency. AT is not learning to do something new; it is learning to undo the habits that stand between you and your potential. Find more information about this instructor at atwithLaura.com.

Instructor: Laura Parker

This workshop is only open to paid-up SAG-AFTRA LA Conservatory members in good standing. No guests allowed. All performers under the age of 18 must be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian. 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.

ADA requests must be received at least 72 business hours before the start of the event. 
 

*Registration opens on Monday, Sept. 16 at 10 a.m. PT

*Deadline to RSVP is Friday, Sept. 27 at 12 noon PT.

Class Description:
As an acting coach for nearly 35 years and an actress subjected to the pressures of self-tape delivery, I see many harmful new tendencies and practices in actors’ work. These shortcuts are robbing us of our best artistry. In this class, we’ll explore solutions such as: “opening up” exercises, ways to drop in physically and emotionally before we hit record, essential questions to ask that make your takes soar with your specificity and more. It’s recommended you bring loose clothes to move in. Find more information about this instructor at carynwest.com.

Instructor: Caryn West

This workshop is only open to paid-up SAG-AFTRA LA Conservatory members in good standing. No guests allowed. All performers under the age of 18 must be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian. 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.

ADA requests must be received at least 72 business hours before the start of the event. 



 

*Registration opens on Monday, Sept. 16 at 10 a.m. PT

*Deadline to RSVP is Friday, Sept. 27 at 12 noon PT.

Class Description:
Join us for a conversation with working professionals in the Animation industry. Learn from a panel of actors, agents, casting directors, and more. Bring your questions and get them answered! Moderated by Nancy Linari.

Panelists: Cynthia McClean, Dee Bradley Baker, Isaac Robinson, JP Karliak, Meredith Layne, and Wes Gleason

This workshop is only open to paid-up SAG-AFTRA LA Conservatory members in good standing. No guests allowed. All performers under the age of 18 must be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian. 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.

ADA requests must be received at least 72 business hours before the start of the event.