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IN PERSON: Advanced Scene Study: Deeping Your Process #4

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Oct 22, 2024 - 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM PDT

Where: 2nd Floor Classroom

** Registration for this event is closed you must have attended Advanced Scene Study: Deeping Your Process #1 and Scene Study: From Table Read To Performance to register for this class. **

This is an eight week intensive course. You must be available for the following dates in order to take this class:

  • Tuesday, October 1 from 1 p.m.-5 p.m.
  • Tuesday, October 8 from 1 p.m.-5 p.m.
  • Tuesday, October 15 from 1 p.m.-5 p.m.
  • Tuesday, October 22 from 1 p.m.-5 p.m.
  • Tuesday, October 29 from 1 p.m.-5 p.m.
  • Tuesday, November 5 from 1 p.m.-5 p.m.
  • Tuesday, November 12 from 1 p.m.-5 p.m.
  • Tuesday, November 19 from 1 p.m.-5 p.m.


Once you are registered for this initial course on October 1, you will be automatically registered for the rest of the dates listed above. Please read the course description carefully.

Location: SAG-AFTRA Plaza, 2nd Floor Classroom 
           5757 Wilshire Blvd, Suite 220 Los Angeles, CA 90036

Instructor: Caryn West

Description:


Join Caryn West for Advanced Scene Study: Deeping Your Process!


Take another deep dive into characters in film and theater scenes, from script analysis to a full footing.


A course to reawaken your body and inventive spirit taxed by too many instant self tapes deadlines.


Here is a space to go slow and examine new ways to move, think, listen, and play. Try out more roles that the biz may not see you doing but can truly stretch you past typecasting.


Focus on process and the freedom to fail, get constructive feedback on experiments, stretching outside of your comfort zone, overcoming rust and a De-emphasis on Results.


Work on 1 scene and one monologue luxuriously and slowly over weeks 2-8.


Class One: Bring a NEW monologue preferably with ancestral voices and experience. Movement and vocal warm-ups. scenes and partners assigned. Suggest a type of material that would stretch you past your obvious casting or typical genre strength.


Class Two and Three: Table reads before ANY rehearsal and text analysis without self tape result speed. Bring in the event, your roles function, genre, who is the writer .


Class Four: Movement warm-up and first footings, exploring the character in body and space, exercises for personalization and being present. Monologues.


Class Five and Six: Monologues off book.  Improving the Scene. Exploring On set ways to be ready.


Class Seven to Eight: The Freedom to keep making mistakes. Fully memorized. Listening to yourself and your partner Staged with props and costumes.


Note: This is only for participants of Scene Study: From Table Read To Performance. Actors need to rehearse outside of the class to prepare scenes. This is for actors who want to have to continue to have fun and explore without judgment. Actors are encouraged to stretch with characters they may not get cast as and re-examine or revive their process with support you deserve.

Questions? Please email conservatory@sagaftra.org.

This workshop is only open to paid-up SAG-AFTRA members in good standing. Unfortunately, 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. 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.

Please note that ADA requests must be received 48 business hours before the start of the event. 
 



IN PERSON: Advanced Scene Study: Deeping Your Process #5

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Oct 29, 2024 - 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM PDT

Where: 2nd Floor Classroom

** Registration for this event is closed you must have attended Advanced Scene Study: Deeping Your Process #1 and Scene Study: From Table Read To Performance to register for this class. **

This is an eight week intensive course. You must be available for the following dates in order to take this class:

  • Tuesday, October 1 from 1 p.m.-5 p.m.
  • Tuesday, October 8 from 1 p.m.-5 p.m.
  • Tuesday, October 15 from 1 p.m.-5 p.m.
  • Tuesday, October 22 from 1 p.m.-5 p.m.
  • Tuesday, October 29 from 1 p.m.-5 p.m.
  • Tuesday, November 5 from 1 p.m.-5 p.m.
  • Tuesday, November 12 from 1 p.m.-5 p.m.
  • Tuesday, November 19 from 1 p.m.-5 p.m.


Once you are registered for this initial course on October 1, you will be automatically registered for the rest of the dates listed above. Please read the course description carefully.

Location: SAG-AFTRA Plaza, 2nd Floor Classroom 
           5757 Wilshire Blvd, Suite 220 Los Angeles, CA 90036

Instructor: Caryn West

Description:


Join Caryn West for Advanced Scene Study: Deeping Your Process!


Take another deep dive into characters in film and theater scenes, from script analysis to a full footing.


A course to reawaken your body and inventive spirit taxed by too many instant self tapes deadlines.


Here is a space to go slow and examine new ways to move, think, listen, and play. Try out more roles that the biz may not see you doing but can truly stretch you past typecasting.


Focus on process and the freedom to fail, get constructive feedback on experiments, stretching outside of your comfort zone, overcoming rust and a De-emphasis on Results.


Work on 1 scene and one monologue luxuriously and slowly over weeks 2-8.


Class One: Bring a NEW monologue preferably with ancestral voices and experience. Movement and vocal warm-ups. scenes and partners assigned. Suggest a type of material that would stretch you past your obvious casting or typical genre strength.


Class Two and Three: Table reads before ANY rehearsal and text analysis without self tape result speed. Bring in the event, your roles function, genre, who is the writer .


Class Four: Movement warm-up and first footings, exploring the character in body and space, exercises for personalization and being present. Monologues.


Class Five and Six: Monologues off book.  Improving the Scene. Exploring On set ways to be ready.


Class Seven to Eight: The Freedom to keep making mistakes. Fully memorized. Listening to yourself and your partner Staged with props and costumes.


Note: This is only for participants of Scene Study: From Table Read To Performance. Actors need to rehearse outside of the class to prepare scenes. This is for actors who want to have to continue to have fun and explore without judgment. Actors are encouraged to stretch with characters they may not get cast as and re-examine or revive their process with support you deserve.

Questions? Please email conservatory@sagaftra.org.

This workshop is only open to paid-up SAG-AFTRA members in good standing. Unfortunately, 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. 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.

Please note that ADA requests must be received 48 business hours before the start of the event. 
 



IN PERSON: Advanced Scene Study: Deeping Your Process #1

Oct 01, 2024 - 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM PDT

Where: 2nd Floor Classroom

Deadline to RSVP is Sep. 30 at 12 noon PT.

This is an eight week intensive course. You must have taken Scene Study: From Table Read To Performance to register for this class.


You must be available for the following dates in order to take this class:

  • Tuesday, October 1 from 1 p.m.-5 p.m.
  • Tuesday, October 8 from 1 p.m.-5 p.m.
  • Tuesday, October 15 from 1 p.m.-5 p.m.
  • Tuesday, October 22 from 1 p.m.-5 p.m.
  • Tuesday, October 29 from 1 p.m.-5 p.m.
  • Tuesday, November 5 from 1 p.m.-5 p.m.
  • Tuesday, November 12 from 1 p.m.-5 p.m.
  • Tuesday, November 19 from 1 p.m.-5 p.m.


Once you are registered for this initial course on October 1, you will be automatically registered for the rest of the dates listed above. Please read the course description carefully before registering.

Location: SAG-AFTRA Plaza, 2nd Floor Classroom 
           5757 Wilshire Blvd, Suite 220 Los Angeles, CA 90036

Instructor: Caryn West

Description:


Join Caryn West for Advanced Scene Study: Deeping Your Process!


Take another deep dive into characters in film and theater scenes, from script analysis to a full footing.


A course to reawaken your body and inventive spirit taxed by too many instant self tapes deadlines.


Here is a space to go slow and examine new ways to move, think, listen, and play. Try out more roles that the biz may not see you doing but can truly stretch you past typecasting.


Focus on process and the freedom to fail, get constructive feedback on experiments, stretching outside of your comfort zone, overcoming rust and a De-emphasis on Results.


Work on 1 scene and one monologue luxuriously and slowly over weeks 2-8.


Class One: Bring a NEW monologue preferably with ancestral voices and experience. Movement and vocal warm-ups. scenes and partners assigned. Suggest a type of material that would stretch you past your obvious casting or typical genre strength.


Class Two and Three: Table reads before ANY rehearsal and text analysis without self tape result speed. Bring in the event, your roles function, genre, who is the writer .


Class Four: Movement warm-up and first footings, exploring the character in body and space, exercises for personalization and being present. Monologues.


Class Five and Six: Monologues off book.  Improving the Scene. Exploring On set ways to be ready.


Class Seven to Eight: The Freedom to keep making mistakes. Fully memorized. Listening to yourself and your partner Staged with props and costumes.


Note: This is only for participants of Scene Study: From Table Read To Performance. Actors need to rehearse outside of the class to prepare scenes. This is for actors who want to have to continue to have fun and explore without judgment. Actors are encouraged to stretch with characters they may not get cast as and re-examine or revive their process with support you deserve.

Questions? Please email conservatory@sagaftra.org.

This workshop is only open to paid-up SAG-AFTRA members in good standing. Unfortunately, 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. 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.

Please note that ADA requests must be received 48 business hours before the start of the event. 
 



IN PERSON: Headshot Photography and Evaluation

A photographer in a cap looks into his camera to take a photo.
Oct 15, 2024 - 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM PDT

Where: James Cagney Boardroom

** Registration for this event will open on Tuesday, Oct. 1 at 10AM  **

Deadline to RSVP is Oct. 14 at 12 noon PT.

Location: SAG-AFTRA Plaza, Cagney Boardroom (Lobby Level)
           5757 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90036

Description:
Join the SAG-AFTRA LA Conservatory for Headshot Photography and Evaluation with Theo & Juliet!

In this class you'll learn: 

  • Technical basics of headshot photography.  (e.g. Focus, lighting, etc.)
  • The importance of Actor Tech (e.g. formatting)
  • General Headshot Details Discussion (e.g. wardrobe, hair and make-up)
  • Sample Evaluation of materials (e.g. a live evaluation of one man and one woman’s current headshots projected on a screen for the room to see.)
  • Difference between Headshot photography, Editorial Photography and PR Photography
  • Current world of Social Media and how it pertains to photography.
  • Followed by a Q & A

The last two hours of this course will be an optional evaluation for those who want their individual materials reviewed by Theo & Juliet in front of a class in order to be able to make improvements to their promotional image materials in the future.

Directions:
If you are interested in submitting your headshots for an optional evaluation please submit them via the following google form by Oct. 14.

Instructor: Theo & Juliet Wolf

Questions? Please email conservatory@sagaftra.org.

This workshop is only open to paid-up SAG-AFTRA members in good standing. Unfortunately, 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. 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.

Please note that ADA requests must be received 48 business hours before the start of the event. 
 



IN PERSON: Audition Style Prepared Reads - Drama

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Oct 16, 2024 - 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM PDT

Where: 2nd Floor Classroom

** Registration for this event will open on Wednesday, Oct. 2 at 10AM **

Deadline to RSVP is Oct. 14 at 12 noon PT.

Location: SAG-AFTRA Plaza, 2nd Floor Classroom (Suite 220)
           5757 Wilshire Blvd, Suite 220 Los Angeles, CA 90036

Instructor: Shaan Sharma

Description:

Join the SAG-AFTRA LA Conservatory for Audition Style Prepared Reads - Drama!

Drama genre training in the form of prepared reads on-camera, with feedback and training, like an actual in-person audition.

Members can choose sides from the following database:

Non-Binary individuals can choose anything from either folders or bring their own as long as it is genre-appropriate.

Directions:

Please choose and prepare one scene as if for an audition; totally prepared, dressed for the part, off-book, and adapted for a taped audition environment. Bring two copies of the sides, one for yourself and the other highlighted for the reader. Bring a flash drive or SD card if you'd like to take the takes home with you.

Questions? Please email conservatory@sagaftra.org.

This workshop is only open to paid-up SAG-AFTRA members in good standing. Unfortunately, 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. 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.

Please note that ADA requests must be received 48 business hours before the start of the event. 
 



IN PERSON: On-Camera Drama & Comedy Class

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Oct 17, 2024 - 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM PDT

Where: 2nd Floor Classroom

** Registration for this event will open on Thursday, Oct. 3 at 10AM **

Deadline to RSVP is Oct. 15 at 12 noon PT.

Location: SAG-AFTRA Plaza, 2nd Floor Classroom 
           5757 Wilshire Blvd, Suite 220 Los Angeles, CA 90036

Instructor: John Ruby

Description:

Join the SAG-AFTRA LA Conservatory for On-Camera Drama & Comedy Class!

Students will learn how to make bold, creative choices to truly inhabit a character and bring the words on the page to life. This deep dive into emotions, relationships, obstacles, and objectives will help open up the actor to spontaneity and working moment-to-moment. Putting all these tools together will allow them to book more work in television and film.

Members can choose sides from the following database:

Directions:
Please choose and prepare one scene as if for an audition; totally prepared, dressed for the part, off-book, and adapted for a taped audition environment. Bring two copies of the sides, one for yourself and the other highlighted for the reader. Bring a flash drive or SD card if you'd like to take the takes home with you.

Questions? Please email conservatory@sagaftra.org.

This workshop is only open to paid-up SAG-AFTRA members in good standing. Unfortunately, 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. 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.

Please note that ADA requests must be received 48 business hours before the start of the event. 
 



AdsGoUnion Improv Workshop

Ads Go Union
Sep 30, 2024 - 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM EDT

Where: Details to be provided

Do you work in commercials? Are you interested in an improv workshop class to build your out-of-the-box thinking and level-up your commercial auditions?

AdsGoUnion is pleased to invite you to register here for a chance to attend a free two-hour class on Monday, Sept. 30 at 6 p.m. with commercial performer, improv teacher, and Second City company member Ben Rameaka.

RSVP: Registration is required. This invitation is for you and you alone (lucky you!), and is non-transferable. Please complete the registration form below to be added to the waitlist. Completing the registration form is not a guarantee of admittance. After completing the form you will be contacted with further information. Please complete the form below to RSVP; you must be logged in to RSVP.

Questions? Reach out to AdsGoUnion@sagaftra.org.

This meeting is open to paid-up SAG-AFTRA members in good standing (paid through Oct. 31, 2024). Please bring your member ID card or ditigal card in the member app. No guests are allowed. Parents/guardians of performers under 18 years old are welcome. Please note that attendance at an #AdsGoUnion workshop is limited to one workshop in a 12-month period.

Please note that ADA requests must be received 72 business hours before the start of the event. 



New England Conservatory: Stay in Sync with Slate Casting

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Oct 09, 2024 - 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM EDT

Where: Cathedral Church of St. Paul, Sproat Hall,138 Tremont Street, Boston, MA 02111

With over decades of casting experience, Slate Casting finds and works with the best New England actors for commercials, corporate media and independent films. Join the casting directors of Slate on Wednesday, October 9, for an open discussion where you can get to know what they look for when casting and learn how  you can make your mark in the casting process.

RSVP: Reservations are required. Please complete form below to RSVP. Please note that you must be logged in to RSVP. 

This event is 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. SAG-AFTRA members, please bring your membership card or digital card from the app (paid through October 31, 2024) for admittance.



Philadelphia Conservatory Workshop! The Audition and Co-star Audition Process

Chalkboard with Training and Development written in chalk.
Sep 28, 2024 - 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM EDT

Where: 34 West Ave. Suite E Wayne PA 19087

Philadelphia Local members are invited to a FREE SAG-AFTRA Philly Local Conservatory Workshop.
 

Instructor and SAG-AFTRA member Bryan Fox will delve into the audition and co-star audition process with what’s new and what you
need to know, including self-taping and Zoom auditioning.

When: 5-8 p.m., Saturday September 28

Where:
The Actors Lab
34 West Ave.
Suite E
Wayne PA 19087
(the white building with parking in back of the building)

About Bryan Fox
Bryan Fox was born in New York City but grew up on the Main Line of Philadelphia. He moved to back New York City, where he studied and worked on
the off-Broadway stages then relocated to Los Angeles and worked behind the scenes on music videos, commercials, independent films and Emmy Award-winning television shows. At the same time, he studied his craft and became a professional actor in theater well as major network television and independent film.

He has been a teaching artist in both New York and Los Angeles with over 25 years of real-world theater, film and major network television acting and
auditioning experience. Bryan has owned and coached at his own film and television acting studio just outside Philadelphia for over 10 years.

www.actorslabphilly.com

RSVP:  Reservations are required. This event is reserved for adults (18+). Please complete the form to RSVP; you must be logged in to RSVP. Please note that seating is limited. We are only accepting the first 25 RSVPs. You must receive a confirmation to attend. A waitlist notification is NOT a confirmation.

This event is 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. SAG-AFTRA members, please bring your membership card or digital card from the app (paid through October 31, 2024) 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.



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