Actor

In an effort to resurrect the Young Performers Committee, we will be holding 2 brainstorming/informational meetings on Monday, May 13th at 1:00 pm and Monday, May 20th at 3:00 pm.  Parents need to only attend one or the other.  

The goal for these meetings is to create an agenda for the upcoming year for educational seminars and events for parents and Young Performers.  If you are unable to attend, but have ideas, and/or want to be included in future meetings, please contact Kathy.Byrne@sagaftra.org.

RSVP below, and prior to May 13th meeting, we will send out ZOOM links for both meetings so that you can attend whichever one you choose.

RSVP: Reservations are required.  Please complete the form below to RSVP. Please note that you must be logged in to see the RSVP form below.  Seeing this on your app?  Please click here to log into the website and RSVP.

 

 

The Dallas-Fort Worth and Houston-Austin Locals are offering our members a FREE live online Tom Todoroff masterclass workshop on Thursday, April 11, 6-9 p.m. CT. In this class, instruction is done by way of demonstration. So attendees may volunteer to perform a 1-2 minute monologue and receive personalized coaching in front of the group. Tom will coach several actors on their prepared pieces to demonstrate how to use Guideposts, Viewpoints, Vocal Variation and The Four Agreements to craft the most dynamic, compelling performance possible.

This meeting is open to paid-up SAG-AFTRA members in good standing (paid through April 30, 2024). No guests are allowed. Parents/guardians of performers under 18 years old are welcome.

This event is not intended to imply an endorsement of any individual or company by SAG-AFTRA. Unless otherwise stated, the views expressed are those of the individual guests, not of SAG-AFTRA. The information provided through the workshop is given for informational purposes and may not be a suitable substitute for applicable professional advice. You should always use good judgment in these matters.

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

Join us for an engaging seminar on the journey of acting jobs, starting from the moment a casting agency receives a script to the actor’s arrival on set. We’ll discuss the process of how roles are booked, as well as offer practical tips for actors to secure parts, what to prepare when booking, and practical considerations to excel in their job experiences.

We’ll offer insights from the perspectives of a casting director, talent agent, and SAG-AFTRA representative with a 'behind the scenes' look into their roles to understand how each collaborates with a production to help bring the best talent to the screen for the story.

Our goal is to empower local talent with strategies and considerations for your next job. This seminar will also be useful for filmmakers and media producers looking for insights into the business of booking talent for their next project!

RSVP: Reservations are required. Please register HERE

SAG-AFTRA members receive discounted admission. Registration is hosted on a third-party site.  

Deadline to RSVP is Mar. 18 at 12 noon PT.

This is a three week intensive course for performers under the age of 18 only.

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

• Wednesday, March 20 from 4:30pm - 6:30pm
• Wednesday, April 3 from 4:30pm - 6:30pm
• Wednesday, April 17 from 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Once you are registered for this initial prerequisite course on March 20, you will be automatically registered for the rest of the dates listed above. 

Class Limit: 20

Location: Online via Zoom

Instructor: Cynthia Bain

Description:

Join the SAG-AFTRA LA Conservatory for Cynthia Bain’s Young Actor Studio Signature Scene Study Class!

This virtual three week course of Cynthia Bain's Young Actor Studio Signature Scene Study Acting Class for Young Performers is dedicated to nurturing the creative potential of aspiring actors by providing a supportive and enriching environment for them to explore and refine their craft. By taking a deep dive into script analysis and character analysis, they believe in empowering young performers to discover their unique voice, fostering a deep appreciation for the art of acting. With a focus on goal setting, positive achievements, and replacing can't with can - Cynthia Bain's Young Actor Studio instills confidence that extends beyond the stage. Their mission is to cultivate a community where passion meets skill, where collaboration thrives, and where each participant can learn professional acting and life skills in a safe, supportive environment.

• Learn script analysis and deep character analysis. 
• Learn goal setting, positive achievements and replacing can’t with can.
• Learn professional acting and life skills in a safe, supportive environment.

Please note: You will receive your Zoom information the day before the class from SAG-AFTRA LA Local. If you have trouble joining the Zoom meeting, please email webhelp@sagaftra.org or call (855) 724-2387.

Members must have a registered Zoom account in order to participate. You must use a Zoom account with the same email address that was submitted with the RSVP. 

Members will be expected to engage with professionalism and courtesy.

Questions? Please email conservatory@sagaftra.org.

This event is only open to paid-up SAG-AFTRA members in good standing (paid thru Apr. 30, 2024). No guests are allowed. Parents/guardians of performers under 18 years old are welcome.

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

New England Conservatory - Micro-Budget Agreement: A tool for your career

The SAG-AFTRA Micro-Budget Project Agreement provides a streamlined signatory process for independent producers who are creating a dramatic entertainment project with a budget of $20,000 or less per picture or per episode.

At this New England Conservatory, hear from local members who have produced their own content under the Micro-Budget and who have used the agreement to flip non-union jobs. You’ll have an opportunity to ask questions and learn how you can apply these tools to your own career.

When: Monday, February 26, 6 p.m.

Where: SAG-AFTRA New England Local, 20 Park Plaza, Suite 822, Boston, MA 02116

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

This event is only open to paid-up SAG-AFTRA members in good standing (paid thru April 30, 2024 or in compliance with the November 2023 dues extension program).

Parents/guardians of performers under 18 years old are welcome.

ADA requests may be included on your RSVP form below. Please note that ADA requests must be received 72 business hours before the start of the event. 

Deadline to RSVP is Feb. 20 at 12 noon PT.

Location: Los Angeles Film School, Main Theater
            6363 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028

Instructor: Shaan Sharma

Description:

Join Shaan Sharma in a conservatory workshop on how to have a successful and sustainable career. In this workshop, you will learn how to:

• Make money with your art in the business.
• Fight for the value of your art in the marketplace. 
• Take care of yourself so you can be reliable and consistent with the quality of your work. 
• This fun, informal and interactive lecture will teach you about:
• Optimizing every variable in your control to make your success inevitable and not a gamble.
• On-camera craft and audition tips, how casting works, the online casting services, headshots, reels and branding.
• Creating your own content.
• Conquering nervousness and boosting confidence and so much more.

Directions: Attendees are welcome to bring materials to take notes. 

Parking: Limited street parking is available. Members are welcome to park at the Los Angeles Film School parking lot on Ivar Ave and Sunset Blvd. However, please note parking costs $15 due to the duration of the class.

We encourage attendees to carpool, use Uber/Lyft, or use public transportation. 

Questions? Please email conservatory@sagaftra.org.

This event is only open to paid-up SAG-AFTRA members in good standing (paid thru Apr. 30, 2024 or in compliance with the May 2023 COVID-19 Dues Relief Extension program). No guests are allowed. Parents/guardians of performers under 18 years old are welcome.

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

Join us for the Arizona-Utah Local’s TV Co-Star Audition Intensive Conservatory with Emmy-nominated L.A. Casting Director Jamie Castro, CSA, (Inventing Anna, Grey’s Anatomy, Station 19, Friday Night Lights).

Co-star roles present their own unique challenges and are the gateway to larger TV roles. With Arizona’s new tax incentive in place, local actors will be getting more auditions for these types of roles and we want our talent to shine and book them!  

The workshop will last two hours and is fully on Zoom. The class is in three parts: 

• Overview of co-star roles and tips and tricks for preparing for these auditions and roles.
• Prepared read with redirects and notes for those who register and provide a headshot and resume by 9 a.m., Feb. 5.
• Moderated Q&A.

This is a great class to strengthen your audition technique and practice in the remote live format - which is what many casting offices are currently using instead of in person.  All registrants are encouraged to join class from their self-tape set up.

Priority registration for Arizona-Utah Local members. Any remaining spots will open to other actors on Friday, February 2. There are no refunds. Upon registration you will be sent a link for payment. After payment is received you will be emailed instructions on where to send your headshot and resume along with the Zoom information.

SAG-AFTRA members $15
Non-Members $40

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

Parents/guardians of performers under 18 years old are welcome.

ADA requests may be included on your RSVP form below. Please note that ADA requests must be received 72 business hours before the start of the event. 

Welcome to the SAG-AFTRA Chicago Local! This Member 101 meeting is a must for new members, and a great refresher for the seasoned veteran actor!  

This is a valuable meeting to learn everything you need to know about SAG-AFTRA and all that we have to offer.  

Learn new things and get answers to any questions you have about SAG-AFTRA.

The meeting will be held in person at the KRC - 1 E. Erie, Suite 660, lunch will be served.

 

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

This event is only open to paid-up SAG-AFTRA members in good standing (paid thru April 30, 2024 or in compliance with the November 2023 dues extension program).

Parents/guardians of performers under 18 years old are welcome.

ADA requests may be included on your RSVP form below. Please note that ADA requests must be received 72 business hours before the start of the event. 

Hosted by the NextGen, Game Night is for Everyone!  Game Night is the third Tuesday of every month, bring a game of your choosing, and let's see if we can play it!  Feel free to bring a friend or 2, a snack to share, and join in on the fun!

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

This event is only open to paid-up SAG-AFTRA members in good standing (paid thru April 30, 2024 or in compliance with the November 2023 dues extension program), and their guests.

Parents/guardians of performers under 18 years old are welcome.

ADA requests may be included on your RSVP form below. Please note that ADA requests must be received 72 business hours before the start of the event.