SAG-AFTRA Los Angeles Joins Looking Ahead in Celebrating 20 Years!

SAG-AFTRA’s Los Angeles Local joined Looking Ahead in celebrating 20 years on April 20 at the Terasaki Budokan. Looking Ahead is a program of the Entertainment Community Fund. It strives to provide resources, support and engaging activities for young performers in the entertainment industry. SAG-AFTRA has been a strong supporter of Looking Ahead since its inception. 

The anniversary celebration was emceed by SAG-AFTRA member Christy Carlson Romano and included testimonials from past and present Looking Ahead members, dancing and special remarks. The office of Mayor Karen Bass also presented an honor to Looking Ahead Director Chris Smith for the great work the program has been doing in the Los Angeles community.

In the words of L.A. Local Young Performers Committee member Sage Mayer, “Participating in the Looking Ahead Program has been a transformative experience that has taught me invaluable lessons about the entertainment industry and life as a whole. Through workshops, seminars, and networking opportunities, I have gained insight into the importance of professionalism, perseverance and self-care, while pursuing a career in acting. I have been a member of the program for almost seven years, and I am so grateful to everyone on staff and on the board of the Looking Ahead Program because this amazing opportunity has equipped me with the tools and knowledge necessary to succeed in an industry that can often be confusing and daunting. I look forward to applying what I have learned to my future endeavors as an actor, writer and producer.” 

To learn more about Looking Ahead or to become a member, please visit its website. 

Top photo: SAG-AFTRA L.A. Local young performers join Looking Ahead in celebrating 20 years.