New England

This class is open to all VO Lab Eligible performers that meet the Requirements.

Twisted Wave is an intuitive and affordable DAW made specifically for Macs.  If you have some working experience with Twisted Wave and are looking to expand your knowledge and understanding of its functionality or looking ways to improve your workflow, this program (class) is especially important for you. Bring your laptop with Twisted Wave loaded and ready to go, so you can follow along with the instruction, while gaining more hands-on experience.  This class will not focus on the iOS (iPad/iPhone) versions of Twisted Wave.

Program duration: 8 - 10 p.m. ET / 7 - 9 p.m. CT / 6 - 8 p.m. MT / 5 - 7 p.m. PT

 

REQUIREMENTS

Twisted Wave is a Mac Only DAW (Digital Audio Workstation).  You will need a Mac for this class.

Some experience using Twisted Wave (or other DAW) is suggested. If you are new to the application, launch it and familiarize yourself with some of it's options (go to twistedwave.com and read some of the owner's manual) or look for tutorials on the Internet before class.

Bring your Mac laptop (no iPads, no PCs) with a purchased or 30-day trial version of Twisted Wave , downloaded, functioning and ready to use.  This is recommended to optimize learning, but not mandatory. Get your copy of Twisted Wave.  The URL: https://twistedwave.com

Participants must be present for the entire program.

 

The SAG-AFTRA Health Plan will be giving a presentation on the health plan changes that become effective on January 1, 2021. The presentation will be followed by a question and answer period. 

RSVP is required. You will be notified of the log in for the meeting approximately one hour before the meeting begins. Three identical sessions are scheduled. Please only RSVP for one of the sessions below.

The SAG-AFTRA Health Plan is a separate organization from the union. For detailed information on the changes being made, please visit http://www.sagaftraplans.org/health/2021changes.​​

Friday, Aug 14, 10:30 a.m. PT / 11:30 a.m. MT / 12:30 p.m. CT / 1:30 p.m. ET 

Monday, Aug 17, 10:30 a.m. PT / 11:30 a.m. MT / 12:30 p.m. CT / 1:30 p.m. ET (An ASL interpreter will be featured at this meeting.) CLICK HERE TO RSVP by 8 am PT, Monday, Aug. 17. 

Wednesday, Aug 19, 10:30 a.m. PT / 11:30 a.m. MT / 12:30 p.m. CT / 1:30 p.m. ET
Logged in Members RSVP Below by 8:30 am PT, Wednesday, Aug. 19.

Closed captioning will be available for each information session. An ASL interpreter will be featured at the Monday, Aug. 17 meeting. If additional accommodations are requested, please email sagaftracommunications@sagaftra.org.

This meeting is only open to paid-up SAG-AFTRA members in good standing. You must RSVP to attend. No guests are allowed. Performers under the age of 18 may be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian.

The SAG-AFTRA Health Plan will be giving a presentation on the health plan changes that become effective on January 1, 2021. The presentation will be followed by a question and answer period. 

The SAG-AFTRA Health Plan is a separate organization from the union. For detailed information on the changes being made, please visit http://www.sagaftraplans.org/health/2021changes.​​

Monday, Aug 17, 10:30 a.m. PT / 11:30 a.m. MT / 12:30 p.m. CT / 1:30 p.m. ET (This meeting will feature an ASL interpreter.)
Log in to your member account to see the RSVP form below. A Zoom link will be sent upon confirmation. 

Wednesday, Aug 19, 10:30 a.m. PT / 11:30 a.m. MT / 12:30 p.m. CT / 1:30 p.m. ET CLICK HERE TO RSVP by 8:30 am PT, Wednesday, Aug. 19. 

Closed captioning will be available for each information session. An ASL interpreter will be featured at the Monday, Aug. 17 meeting. If additional accommodations are requested, please email sagaftracommunications@sagaftra.org.

This meeting is only open to paid-up SAG-AFTRA members in good standing. You must RSVP to attend. No guests are allowed. Performers under the age of 18 may be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian.

Registration for today's meeting is now closed. Please

 

The SAG-AFTRA Health Plan will be giving a presentation on the health plan changes that become effective on January 1, 2021. The presentation will be followed by a question and answer period. 

RSVP is required. You will be notified of the log in for the meeting approximately one hour before the meeting begins. Three identical sessions are scheduled. Please only RSVP for one of the sessions below.

The SAG-AFTRA Health Plan is a separate organization from the union. For detailed information on the changes being made, please visit http://www.sagaftraplans.org/health/2021changes.​​

REGISTRATION NOW CLOSED: Friday, Aug 14, 10:30 a.m. PT / 11:30 a.m. MT / 12:30 p.m. CT / 1:30 p.m. ET

Monday, Aug 17, 10:30 a.m. PT / 11:30 a.m. MT / 12:30 p.m. CT / 1:30 p.m. ET (This meeting will feature an ASL interpreter.) CLICK HERE TO RSVP by 8:30 am PT, Monday, Aug. 17.

Wednesday, Aug 19, 10:30 a.m. PT / 11:30 a.m. MT / 12:30 p.m. CT / 1:30 p.m. ET CLICK HERE TO RSVP by 8:30 am PT, Wednesday, Aug. 19. 

Closed captioning will be available for each information session. An ASL interpreter will be featured at the Monday, Aug. 17 meeting. If additional accommodations are requested, please email sagaftracommunications@sagaftra.org.

This meeting is only open to paid-up SAG-AFTRA members in good standing. You must RSVP to attend. No guests are allowed. Performers under the age of 18 may be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian.

If you are getting into audiobook narration or already have a few completed audiobooks to your name, this workout provides you an opportunity to step out of your closet, rub elbows with your fellow performers and have some fun in a supportive space.  It  is all about sharing your creative ideas with the group and getting some instant feedback on your work. The workout is intended to generate feedback on your creative choices, so be rehearsed and familiar with the material you will be reading. 

When: 4:30 PM - 7 p.m. ET / 3:30 - 6 p.m. CT / 2:30 - 5 p.m. MT / 1:30 - 4 p.m PT

Click here to RSVP.

REQUIREMENTS

Two (2) book excerpts (that you are familiar with), each no less than 2 minutes in length (time yourself when practicing before the workout).  

If you are completely new to audiobook narration (never done it before) and have never been in a VO class or recording studio, try our Beginner Bundle: Intro to Audiobook Workouts Plus class before registering for this offering.  

The Lab will not provide reading materials.

 

The PTEOE livestream event Behind the Scenes with Quarantine: A Zoom Story is being postponed due to late-breaking schedule changes.

Please watch your email for a rescheduled date in the near future.

 

 

Tuesday, August 11

Noon PT / 1 p.m. MT / 2 p.m. CT / 3 p.m. ET

CLICK HERE TO WATCH

Host:
SAG-AFTRA President Gabrielle Carteris

Guest:
U.S. Representative Judy Chu, Co-Chair, Congressional Creative Rights Caucus​​​​​​

Join SAG-AFTRA President Gabrielle Carteris and the President’s Task Force on Education, Outreach & Engagement for a conversation with U.S. Representative Judy Chu (D-CA) about legislative efforts to support SAG-AFTRA members, including the Mixed Earner Pandemic Unemployment Assistance Act, extending unemployment benefits, updating the Qualified Performing Artist deduction in our tax code, COBRA subsidies and more.   

This event is open to the public and does not require registration. Click HERE to watch. 

Please submit questions or comments to sagaftra.org/PTEOEquestions. Please note, unless otherwise requested, your name may be read aloud during the program if your question is selected. Due to time limitations, not all questions will be addressed during or after the program.

Please note, PTEOE livestreams are live captioned, and we welcome requests for ADA accommodations. For ASL interpreters, please make this request as early as possible.

This program will be recorded and may be later shared in whole or in part on SAG-AFTRA’s website, podcast and social media channels.

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.

The seminar is for anyone who will soon be getting Medicare and wants to learn more about how it works, understand the many options available and the timing of choosing and enrolling in coverage. 

When: Monday, Aug 10, 1 - 2 p.m. ET / 12 - 1 p.m. CT  / 11 - 12 p.m. MT / 10 - 11 p.m. PT

Click here for more information and click here to RSVP via eventbrite.

This event occurs every Monday except holidays.

The products and services noted herein are provided as an informational service to SAG-AFTRA members and are administered by entities independent of SAG-AFTRA. Any questions must be handled by the provider. This information is not intended to serve as an endorsement nor is any warranty or guarantee implied.

Join an Orientation session for The Actors Fund’s upcoming free online 8-week Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction courses for those in the performing arts and entertainment. MBSR uses meditation, gentle yoga and inquiry as a way of training people to relate differently to stresses in their lives. It was originally developed for patients in chronic pain and has since been shown to be beneficial for dealing with stress, anxiety and depression. 

When: Tuseday, Sept. 1, 7 - 8:30 p.m. ET / 6 - 7:30 p.m. CT / 5 - 6:30 p.m. MT / 4 - 5:30 p.m. PT

These MSBR orientation sessions will provide an in-depth look at the course, give an introduction to mindfulness meditation, and go over a short questionnaire about how you think MBSR can best serve you.

After completing the orientation there will be a brief 1-on-1 online interview.

You must attend one of the MSBR Orientation sessions (August 18, August 27, September 1 or September 10).

RSVP - Rosalyn Gilbert, LCSW rgilbert@actorsfund.org, 646-554-5092

The products and services noted herein are provided as an informational service to SAG-AFTRA members and are administered by entities independent of SAG-AFTRA. Any questions must be handled by the provider. This information is not intended to serve as an endorsement nor is any warranty or guarantee implied.