Step From the Background into the Foreground with Alessi Hartigan Casting!

Join the Los Angeles local Background Actors Committee for another virtual talk with Sande Alessi & Shayne Hartigan from Alessi Hartigan Casting! You heard last time all about Alessi Hartigan's current roster of TV/New Media/Theatrical projects. Now they will engage in an intimate conversation with members to provide further advice on how you can elevate your career to the next level! Members will get the answers to the questions they've always wanted to know, and receive advice from prolific and experienced casting directors. Whether you’re a new member or restarting your professional career, this is a great way to gain more experience and insight about how to take your career from the background into the foreground of performance artistry.

Members are encouraged to submit 3-4 questions that you would like the casting directors to answer by emailing them to backgroundactorsinfo@sagaftra.org. 

When: Tuesday, Nov. 19 at 6 p.m. PT 

RSVP: Please log in to see the form below. Deadline to RSVP is Friday, Nov. 15 at Noon PT. RSVPs are required to attend the meeting.

Questions? Reach out to backgroundactorsinfo@sagaftra.org or call (323) 549 - 6811.  

Panelists are subject to change without notification.

This panel is not intended to imply an endorsement of any individual or company by SAG- AFTRA. The information provided through the panel 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 panel.

This event is only open to active SAG-AFTRA members in good standing (paid through Oct. 31, 2024 or April 30, 2025). No guests are allowed. 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 by 4 p.m. PT on Tuesday, September 10. You can also contact the Background Department at (323) 549 - 6811 with the accommodation you are requesting.