Production Name: Jungleland
Contract: SAG-AFTRA Theatrical Agreement
Signatory: Jungleland Productions, LLC
Location: Fall River, MA
Shoot Dates: Sept. 13 and 14, 2018
Billy Dowd Casting seeks performers for the feature film Jungleland.
Seeking Performers Able to Portray:
Men and women, ages 18 to 25, for a two-day overnight shoot.
In preparation for the upcoming Commercials Contracts W&W process which will begin in October, please attend a caucus open to all members.
When: 7-9 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 13
Where: SAG-AFTRA New England
20 Park Plaza, Ste 822
Boston MA 02116
As a union member, these caucuses are YOUR opportunity to bring any changes that YOU think need to be made to the Commercials Contracts to the attention of union staff and leadership. Both caucuses will specifically discuss issues facing Extra and Principal Performers working under the Commercials Contracts, however any concerns or suggestions by performers working in any other category under the are also welcome.
If you would like to attend the SAG-AFTRA New England Wages & Working Conditions Caucus, please RSVP by emailing SAG-AFTRA Business Representative Benjamin Winthrop at benjamin.winthrop@sagaftra.org and indicate which caucus you are planning on attending.
If you are unable to attend, but wish to share your thoughts, concerns or ideas, please email benjamin.winthrop@sagaftra.org.
In preparation for the upcoming Commercials Contracts W&W process which will begin in October, please attend a caucus open to all members.
When: 2-4 p.m., Wednesday, Sept.12
Where: SAG-AFTRA New England
20 Park Plaza, Ste 822
Boston MA 02116
As a union member, these caucuses are YOUR opportunity to bring any changes that YOU think need to be made to the Commercials Contracts to the attention of union staff and leadership. Both caucuses will specifically discuss issues facing Extra and Principal Performers working under the Commercials Contracts, however any concerns or suggestions by performers working in any other category under the are also welcome.
If you would like to attend the SAG-AFTRA New England Wages & Working Conditions Caucus, please RSVP by emailing SAG-AFTRA Business Representative Benjamin Winthrop at benjamin.winthrop@sagaftra.org and indicate which caucus you are planning on attending.
If you are unable to attend, but wish to share your thoughts, concerns or ideas, please email benjamin.winthrop@sagaftra.org.
Tom Todoroff, New York producer, director, actor and acting coach comes to Boston in September to lead his two-day acting intensive.
When: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 22 and Sunday, Sept. 23
(Doors open at 10 a.m.)
Where: Boston, MA
(Note: Those who enroll will receive information regarding the location prior to the event.)
The intensive will focus on scene study, monologue study and audition technique. Performers work on prepared pieces and will receive personalized coaching from Tom. Attendees will learn to transform nervousness into intense excitement; be expressive rather than impressive; strengthen and find their true inner voice; and think like a producer. Walk away with a deeper understanding of the art, the business and the spirituality of acting.
Cost: SAG-AFTRA members receive 20 percent off tuition.
To register, click here. If you have any questions, email BOSintensive@tomtodoroff.com.
The products and services noted herein are provided as an informational service to 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 by the union nor is any warranty or guarantee implied.
Production Name: Jungleland
Contract: SAG-AFTRA Theatrical Agreement
Signatory: Jungleland Productions, LLC
Location: Fall River, MA
Shoot Dates: Aug. 27-Sept. 29
Billy Dowd Casting is looking for performers for the upcoming feature film Jungleland.
Seeking Performers Able to Portray:
Production Name: Untitled
Contract: SAG-AFTRA Short Project Agreement*
Signatory: Engine
Location: Biddeford, Maine
Shoot Dates: Aug. 14-17
Engine, an arts organization based in Maine, is seeking performers for an upcoming student-led film project. This film will be produced by an award-winning creative team, including filmmaker Michael A. Nickles.
Production Name: Wonderland
Signatory: Little Lord Productions, LLC
Contract: SAG-AFTRA Basic Agreement
Location: Greater Boston
Shoot Dates: September 2018
Boston Casting is holding a background casting call for an upcoming feature film.
When: 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Friday, Aug. 3, 2018
Where: Boston Casting
129 Braintree St.
Allston, MA 02134
Your SAG-AFTRA National Board has overwhelmingly approved the gains negotiated for the 2018 Network Television Code and recommends you VOTE YES on this referendum. This contract generates more than $200 million a year in member earnings and covers programming in almost all television day parts (for example, daytime serials, game shows and variety shows) as well as programming produced for digital media.
All eligible members were mailed a postcard on July 26 with instructions and a PIN number on how to vote online or how to request a paper ballot. If necessary, you can retrieve your PIN at the voting website by clicking “Find My PIN.” The deadline for ballots to be received, whether submitted online or by mail, is Thursday, Aug. 16, 2018 at 5 p.m. PDT.
To view the referendum booklet online, click here.
You are invited to an informational webinar on the proposed Network Television Code and the gains secured in this contract. This meeting will provide members the opportunity to hear a presentation followed by a group discussion.
When: 3 - 5 p.m. EDT, Monday, Aug. 6, 2018
Where: SAG AFTRA New England Local
20 Park Plaza, Suite 822
Boston, MA 02116
RSVP: Please email newengland@sagaftra.org to confirm your attendance.
If you are unable to attend and have questions regarding the tentative agreement, please email networkcode@sagaftra.org or call (866) 287-1853.
All paid-up SAG-AFTRA members in good standing (paid through October 31, 2018) who work the Network Television Code are urged to attend this important informational meeting. This meeting is only open to paid-up SAG-AFTRA members in good standing, no guests are allowed in the webinar. Parents/guardians of performers under 18 years old are welcome.
Production Name: Sound of Metal
Contract: SAG-AFTRA Basic Agreement
Location: Greater Boston
Shoot Dates: Beginning of Aug. 2018
Seeking Performers Able to Portray:
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