1. art and entertainment
2. movies and tv
3. television

630 Ninth Avenue
Suite 1410 (Btwn 44th & 45th)
New York, NY 10036
OCTOBER/NOVEMBER 2009
with Erica Jensen, Calleri Casting
6-Week On-Camera Class
Starts: Monday, October 26th at 7pm
SUPER SOAP CLASS
with Tori Visgilio, One Life To Live
3-Week Daytime TV Class
Starts: Monday, November 2nd at 6:30pm
AUDIO BOOKS MASTER CLASS
HOW TO AUDITION FOR
PRIMETIME TV
5-Week
Voice Over
Class
with
Paul Liberti,
Voice Actor
Starts:
COMEDY FOR TELEVISION
with Candice Alustiza, Soffer Casting
NOW CASTING “UGLY BETTY”
3-Week On-Camera Class
Starts: Tuesday, November 3rd at 7:30pm
Friday,
Nov. 6th
at 6pm
REGULAR HOURS:
Monday thru Friday 11am – 9pm, Open some weekends for special programs, check schedule.
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OCTOBER/NOVEMBER 2009 CLASSES & SPECIAL EVENTS QUICKVIEW CALENDAR
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SUNDAY
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MONDAY
6:30 Gayle Keller
#2 of 3
6:30 Paul Liberti &
Stacy Seidel
#4 of 6
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6:30 Gayle Keller
#3 of 3
6:30 Paul Liberti &
Stacy Seidel
#5 of 6
7:00 Erica Jensen
#1 of 6
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TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
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THURSDAY
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FRIDAY
SATURDAY
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3:00 Roz Coleman
#3 of 4
6:00 Barry Shapiro
#2 of 5
7:30 Claire Traeger
8:00 Jessica Daniels
#1 of 3
6:30 Tara Boragine
#4 of 5
7:00 Dale Brown
#4 of 5
7:00 Bob Lambert
#3 of 3
7:30 Justin Borgstahl
#1 of 3
7:30 Philip Huffman
7:30 Ross Meyerson
#3 of 3
6:00 Paul Liberti
#4 of 5
7:00 Judy
Henderson
#3 of 4
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2:00 Kim Vaughn
#4 of 5
6:00 Teleprompter
Intensive
6:30 Tara Boragine
#1 of 6
6:30 Kate Martineau
#3 of 3
7:00 Tiffany Little
Canfield
#2 of 4
7:00 Allison Estrin
#2 of 3
1:00 Brian O’Neil
#1 of 6
3:00 Kim Vaughn
#5 of 5
6:30 Tara Boragine
#2 of 6
6:30 Patricia Stark
#1 of 4
7:00 Tiffany Little
Canfield
#3 of 4
7:00 Allison Estrin
#3 of 3
3:00 Roz Coleman
#4 of 4
6:00 Barry Shapiro
#3 of 5
8:00 Jessica Daniels
#2 of 3
6:30 Tara Boragine
#5 of 5
7:00 Dale Brown
#5 of 5
7:30 Justin Borgstahl
#2 of 3
6:00 Paul Liberti
#5 of 5
7:00 Judy
Henderson
#4 of 4
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6:30 Paul Liberti &
Stacy Seidel
#6 of 6
6:30 Tori Visgilio
#1 of 3
7:00 Erica Jensen
#2 of 6
12:00 Soap Intensive 6:30 Paul Liberti &
Stacy Seidel
Weekend
#1 of 6
6:30 Tori Visgilio
#2 of 3
7:00 Todd Thayler
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#2 of 6
6:30 Tori Visgilio
#3 of 3
7:00 Dale Brown
#1 of 5
7:00 Erica Jensen
#3 of 6
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6:30 Paul Liberti &
Stacy Seidel
#3 of 6
7:00 Dale Brown
#2 of 5
7:00 Erica Jensen
#4 of 6
7:00 Adrienne Stern
1:00 Brian O’Neil
#2 of 6
6:30 Tara Boragine
#3 of 6
6:30 Patricia Stark
#2 of 4
7:00 Tiffany Little
Canfield
#4 of 4
7:30 Candice Alustiza
#1 of 3
1:00 Brian O’Neil
#3 of 6
6:00 Barry Shapiro
#1 of 5
6:30 Tara Boragine
#4 of 6
6:30 Kate Martineau
#1 of 3
6:30 Patricia Stark
#3 of 4
7:30 Candice Alustiza
#2 of 3
1:00 Brian O’Neil
#4 of 6
6:00 Barry Shapiro
#2 of 5
6:30 Tara Boragine
#5 of 6
6:30 Kate Martineau
#2 of 3
6:30 Patricia Stark
#4 of 4
7:00 Tiffany Litte
Canfield
#1 of 4
7:30 Candice Alustiza
#3 of 3
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1:00 Brian O’Neil
#5 of 6
6:30 Tara Boragine
#6 of 6
6:30 Kate Martineau
#3 of 3
7:00 Tiffany Litte
Canfield
#2 of 4
6:00 Barry Shapiro
#4 of 5
7:00 Eve Battaglia
8:00 Jessica Daniels
#3 of 3
3:00 Roz Coleman
#1 of 4
6:00 Barry Shapiro
#5 of 5
7:00 Paul Fouquet
#1 of 5
7:30 Rori Bergman
3:00 Roz Coleman
#2 of 4
7:00 Paul Fouquet
#2 of 5
6:30 Annette Alvarez 6:00 Paul Liberti
#1 of 5
#1 of 2
7:30 Justin Borgstahl
#3 of 3
6:00 Paul Liberti
6:30 Annette Alvarez
#2 of 5
#2 of 2
6:30 B. Lynne Jebens
#1 of 5
7:00 Brette Goldstein
#1 of 5
6:30 B. Lynne Jebens 6:00 Paul Liberti
#3 of 5
#2 of 5
7:00 Brette Goldstein
#2 of 5
11:00 Soap Intensive
Weekend
2:00 Tisha Ioli
#1 of 4
10:00 Network
Television Double
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10:00 Claire Traeger
2:00 Tisha Ioli
#2 of 4
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Since 1991, Actors Connection has been OPENING DOORS for
working actors to New York’s top Agents, Casting Directors and
Personal Managers.
With Over 150 seminars, classes and special events EVERY
month, we offer the Professional Actor an extraordinary opportunity.
When you’re seeking representation, focusing on new areas of the
acting business, striving to improve your auditioning skills, or simply
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York City’s top industry professionals who see and work with
actors daily and come here at night to bring their
expertise to a classroom setting. From film and television, to
commercials and soaps, to theatre and voice-overs, you’ll receive
individualized feedback that will immediately impact YOUR
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Our seminars, held every night of the week and on
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agents. This trip is great for “testing the waters,” planting seeds for
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Not sure what classes, seminars and special events you are
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CLASSES & SPECIAL EVENTS
**for SEMINARS refer to page 9**
NEW On Camera 3 Week TV Class
with Justin Borgstahl, Assoc. CD,
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 22
Julie Tucker Casting
7:30 — 3 Weeks. Congratulations to Justin who recently moved from ABC to work with the most prominent Television Casting Office in town! Justin brings years of
experience and knowledge to this class where he’ll be working with you on what it takes to book a role in television. This NEW 3 week class will focus on each actor’s specific
needs where Justin will fine-tune your on-camera technique working with both dramatic and comedic sides. Based on your HS/resume, in week #1 Justin will assign you
sides in advance that you will prepare and bring to the first week of class. You’ll start off the night with a Q&A, and then Justin will begin working with you on-camera with a
reader in a group format. Weeks #2 and #3 you will have the option to continue working on the same sides OR collectively you and Justin will decide to “move forward” with
new sides and at your request, either comedic or dramatic. This class is a great opportunity not only to focus on what YOU want out of a technique class but also the rare
opportunity to work with a CD from this powerhouse office which casts Damages, Rescue Me, Nurse Jackie and the NEW series White Collar. This class will sell out quickly
so register now! Please upload your headshot and create a resume in your online account upon registration.
Dates: Thursdays, Oct. 22nd, 29th & Nov. 5th ONLY $279
How To Audition For Primetime TV
MONDAY, OCTOBER 26
with ERICA JENSEN — Associate Casting Director, Calleri Casting
~currently casting the NBC series “Lipstick Jungle”~
7:00 — 6 Weeks. Hey future TV stars! Do you have all the skills necessary to book roles RIGHT NOW? If not, or you’re a little rusty, this is the perfect class to build your
on-camera auditioning skills for primetime television. In six weeks, you will work on your on-camera technique skills specific to Sit-Com’s and one-hour dramas, including:
working with a reader, dealing with the pre-read/pre-screen format, interpretation of sides, listening, pacing, and cold copy skills. Erica will also teach you how to handle the
call back and auditioning for directors and producers. One of the most talked about classes we offer, Erica is a friendly, approachable CD who gives specific homework
and has you research in between sessions the types of shows and characters appropriate to YOU. Working daily with James Calleri, Erica casts films, TV pilots and theatre
projects. Previous credits include casting Ed, Chappelle’s Show and 3 seasons of Hope and Faith. All sessions are on-camera and use scripts from current TV shows.
Please bring a VHS tape to class so you can take your work home and view it each week! Work on-camera in every class!
Dates: Mondays, October 26th, Nov. 2nd, (skips 9th), 16th, 23rd , 30th & Dec. 7th.
Only $349
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 27
On-Air Hosting & TV Anchor Class with Patricia Stark, MediaImageCoach.com
6:30 — 4 Weeks. Cable television, Internet and Podcasts have opened tons of opportunities for actors. Could you host your own show? Work in the news? You’ll learn
ALL the hosting and anchoring basics in front of a camera with a professional Teleprompter. In the first class, you’ll work with authentic hosting scripts and get a basic
overview of the industry including situations and environments you will encounter. Next, you’ll cover interview techniques both live and taped, as well as man-on-the-street
interviews. In the final session, you’ll focus on drills including on-camera improvs, reading drills with the Teleprompter and mock auditions! Wrapping it up, each student
will complete a “clean” host read using a Teleprompter and record to a VHS tape (provided by each student) which can be used as a beginner “demo reel”. And before you
leave you’ll receive a 17-page packet recapping information covered in the class as well as valuable industry resources and tips! A former Connecticut 10 O’clock News
Anchor and former Miss New York, Pat currently hosts several national and regional television programs airing in the U.S. and Canada. She’s appeared in numerous TV
commercials and hundreds of corporations have hired Pat as a spokesperson for their corporate training and promotional videos. Space is limited to 12 actors. Please
note: The Teleprompter Intensive or previous Teleprompter experience/class is a prerequisite for this class. Please bring a VHS tape to class so you can take your
work home and view it each week!
Dates: Tuesdays, Oct. 27th, Nov. 3rd, 10th & 17th.
Just $349
SUPER SOAP CLASS taught by TORI VISGILIO, Associate CD from One Life to Live.
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 2
6:30 — 3 Weeks. If you’re interested in Daytime Television - TAKE THIS CLASS! After 16 years at this venerable and Emmy Award winning daytime television series,
Tori knows EXACTLY what the network honchos are looking for! From her unique perspective as Associate Casting Director, she’s often humorous but ALWAYS right on
target, and will coach you on what it takes to book a principal role on a soap. Actors who’ve taken this amazing class have gone on to BOOK U/5’s, dayplayer and recurring
roles on various soaps here and in LA and now you have the chance to work with a PRO! You’ll begin session #1 with a general read-through of soap material and in
depth training on all of the particulars of being cast in daytime. Session #2 will be all about breaking down a scene, the arcs, blocking for camera vs. blocking for actors and
continued study of this unique 4-camera format. Session #3 concludes with a “simulated” screen test which will be taped for you to take home and review. Please note there
are no make-ups for missed sessions! Clear your schedule for 3 weeks and learn everything you don’t know about daytime!
Dates: Mondays, Nov. 2nd, 9th & 16th.
Only $259
COMEDY FOR TELEVISION 3 Week On-Camera Class
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3
with Candice Alustiza, Assoc. CD, Soffer Casting ~Now Casting Ugly Betty~
7:30 — After great feedback out our last Film and Primetime Festival, Actors Connection welcomes one of our favorite CD’s to teach a new COMEDY FOR TELEVISION
class! Prior to her working on UGLY BETTY, Candice worked with many high profile casting directors in the City including Julie Tucker, Kim Miscia, Beth Bowling and
Gayle Keller. The class will begin with a Q&A where Candice will discuss the intricacies and differences of auditioning for sit-coms, specifically addressing single-camera
vs. multi-camera auditions. Then it is right to the work! Based on your HS/resume, in week #1 Candice will focus on ‘cold’ comedic sides that you will receive the night of
the first class. For the following week, she will give you sides that will be prepared in advanced and brought in for critique and adjustments. Together, you and Candice will
decide which sides will be used for your “callback” for the final class. At the beginning of week #3, you will have a final “run-through” of the sides you selected for any final
adjustments. Candice will be inviting an additional industry guest to view your work after your brief work session! The opportunity to work in sit-coms is RARE in New York, so
this is a great opportunity to fine-tune your comedic skill set and get ahead of the rest! Please upload your headshot and create a resume in your online account upon
registration.
Dates: Tuesdays, November 3rd, 10th & 17th.
ONLY $269
Film Intensive
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 4
with Eve Battaglia, CD
7:00 — Fresh from our AC Showcase, this in-demand indie film casting powerhouse is back by demand for another FILM INTENSIVE. Upon registration you’ll submit your
headshot and resume from which Eve will choose sides just for you! She’ll use material from her recent projects (Oscar nominated TransAmerica, Sorry Haters, Another
Gay Movie and the upcoming Home, starring Marcia Gay Harden) which you’ll pick up in advance for preparation. The intensive starts off with an informative Q&A session
followed by your presentation of the scene with a reader ON-CAMERA in a group. This is a wonderful opportunity to be coached by an expert in film! PLEASE NOTE: Once
scenes have been distributed, if you LATE CANCEL you WILL NOT BE REPLACED. Please remember to submit a headshot and resume upon registration or
upload your picture/resume to your account profile.
Just $79.00
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2 Night Dramatic/Comedic Intensive
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 5
with Annette E. Alvarez, Owner/Personal Manager, Multi-Ethnic Talent, & Promotion, Inc.
6:30 — Ethnic Talent Management Company in search of NEW CLIENTS! This is a rare opportunity to showcase and work with Annette E. Alvarez, Owner/Manager of MultiEthnic Talent, & Promotion, Inc. who is currently in search of NEW New York Clients to add to their roster! This 2-week Intensive will consist of working on both Comedic and
Dramatic material on-camera simulating a true audition experience, followed by individual appointments with Annette reviewing your “audition”. Week #1, you will start off
with a Q&A and then get right to work. Based on your HS/res, Annette will cast you into one drama and one comedic scene which you will prepare in advance. Then it is oncamera with a reader in a GROUP format. For the following week, you will be given an individual appointment time. You will have the opportunity to meet with Annette one on
one at which point she will go through your taped “audition” giving constructive critique, individual tips, and any further adjustments. Multi-Ethnic Talent, & Promotion, Inc. is
a boutique-ish, talent management company dedicated to guiding and promoting the careers of diverse ethnic actors. The company is very well respected on both coasts by
agents and other managers alike. Currently they have actors in FILMS: Morning Glory, Transformers, Spider Man, Smoking Aces, Charlie Wilson’s War; TV: Better of Ted,
Privileged, Worst Week, Rescue Me, Sunny in Philadelphia, Eleventh Hour.Please upload your headshot and create a resume in your online account upon registration AND
submit 1 hard copy HS/resume as well.
Dates: Thursday, Nov. 5th & 12th. ONLY $79
Audio Books Master Class!
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 6
5-Week Voice-Over Class with Professional Voice Actor Paul Liberti
6:00 — 5 Weeks. Now you can bring audio books to life… like a pro! As an audio books interpreter, did you know that you’re competing with Celebrities and Celebrity
authors? Working with Paul, you’ll discover your own style that allows you to be competitive with the very best and work on the skills and techniques needed to rehearse, gain
direction and record excerpts in the studio. Paul will also play readings from celebrated actors and authors -- only now you will understand what they did or didn’t do! You’ll
also learn how to market and pitch to book publishers; how to do audio book demo preparation; and learn how to answer a producer’s dreaded question, “what do you charge
to do my book?!” For the last class, Paul will bring in a working audio books V/O actor, to get another viewpoint on this business as well as inside information. Also included is
an important workbook for continued advancement in the audio books market! Paul Liberti is a celebrated teacher and working voice actor whose audio books credits include
Scholastic, Nickelodeon, Tavoli Entertaiment, and the Audie Award winning series Goose Bumps. He’ll guide you through an amazing five week journey in this every changing
market! Limited to 12 V/O actors.
Dates: November 6th, 13th, 20th, (skips 27th), Dec. 4th & 11th.
Only $299
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 7
Weekend Soap Intensive with BOB LAMBERT— Associate CD, All My Children.
SATURDAY SERIES — 11:00 — 2 days (Saturday, Nov. 7th – 11am - 5pm & Sunday, Nov. 8th - 12pm - 3pm). A class that can forever change the way you audition for
soaps! Valuable technical information combined with practical experience on-camera makes this an essential weekend intensive for those wanting to work in daytime TV.
Everything from initial contact to screen test is covered including the breakdown of roles, how they’re cast, the audition process, cold reading techniques, image and types,
pictures and resumes, general interviews and much more. If you ever thought you were right for daytime-TAKE THIS CLASS!!! At the end of this intensive, Bob privately
gives you an honest evaluation of your potential in soaps.
Please note: no makeups for missed sessions.
Only $259
Advanced Voice Over Tune Up!
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 9
with Casting Director Stacy Seidel and Voice Actor Paul Liberti
6:30 — 6 Weeks. “I’m getting auditions…why am I NOT Booking?!” NOW IS YOUR CHANCE TO FIND OUT! This advanced 6-week VO class is for the working
Actor wanting to move to the next level! (This class is not for the beginner!) Casting Director Stacy Seidel and working actor Paul Liberti, will guide you through the stumbling
blocks of Voice-Over auditions with perspectives from both the casting director and the working voice actor. These two very popular Actors Connection combine their unique
teaching skills for an AMAZING Voice-Over experience! In your final class, you’ll also get to showcase your work for feedback to a NY Voice-Over agent. Stacy Seidel is a
Voice-Over Casting Director at Broadcasters and comes with many years of casting experience both on-camera and V/O’s. Always busy, busy, busy, Stacy is currently casting
commercials for Comcast, Arby’s, Sprint, Nextel, Cadillac, Neosporin, Macy’s, Ben & Jerry’s and E-Trade; as well as V/O’s for JP Morgan Chase and Saturn. She is always
looking for top voice-over talent. Paul Liberti is a working voice actor who has booked hundreds of V/O spots and animated series including Pokemon, Blues Clues, Noggin’s –
Pinky Dinky Doo, Saturday Night Live Cartoons and Sesame Street. He’s also been an actor on Broadway as well as film and TV. Limited to 12 V/O actors! Your VO career
can’t afford to miss this unique Voice-Over opportunity!!! PLEASE BRING YOUR VO DEMO TO THE FIRST CLASS!!
Dates: Mondays, Nov. 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th, Dec. 7th & 14th.
Only $349
FEATURE FILM INTENSIVE
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 9
with Todd Thaler, Todd Thaler Casting
7:00 — Don’t miss out on this rare opportunity to work with one of the most prominent Feature Film casting directors in town. Todd has cast numerous features including
Pollock with Oscar winner Marcia Gay Harden, The Professional and Little Children just to name a few and has already cast 6 feature/indie films this year. From your
headshot and resume submission, you’ll be cast into a film scene which you’ll have picked up in advance. The evening starts off with an informative Q&A, and then Todd
will work with you on-camera with a reader in a group format. This is an exceptional opportunity to show your work and be coached by an extraordinary casting director. Be
prepared for feedback and to take adjustments on the fly. PLEASE NOTE: Once scenes have been distributed, if you LATE CANCEL you WIILL NOT BE REPLACED.
Please submit a headshot and resume upon registration AND upload to your Actors Connection online account.
AN EVENT NOT TO BE MISSED!
Just $89
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 10
On-Camera Commercial Class with BARRY SHAPIRO — CD, Herman & Lipson Casting
6:00 — 5 Weeks. Always a SOLD OUT class, Barry is a force in the field of commercial casting. He will be offering his unique insight and coaching skills in this
comprehensive class.  Where you’ll learn: How to audition for all different types of commercials including improv, one-liners and multi-person copy; mastering cue cards,
eating on-camera, and analysis of copy; What to do with the call back AND gain insight on what goes on AFTER you’ve left the room!  At the end of the 5 weeks, Barry
will give an honest and direct evaluation of your standing in the commercial game!  A fabulous opportunity to work with one of the TOP CD’s in town with over 25 years
experience in casting. Work on-camera in every class! Barry has been known to call in actors direct from his class for principal auditions. Certainly an opportunity not to be
missed. Dates:  Tuesdays, Nov. 10th, 17th, (skips 24th), Dec. 1at, 8th & 15th.
Just $329
How To BOOK Daytime TV
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 10
with Kate Martineau, Assoc. CD, As The World Turns
6:30 — 3 Weeks. One of the nicest and most giving CD’s in town, we are thrilled to have Kate teaching our newest class focusing on Daytime Television. At this Emmywinning office for six years, Kate works with Mary Clay Boland and Lamont Craig in casting contract roles, dayplayers and U/5’s as well as background actors. She’s open
to meeting both fresh, new talent as well as experienced actors-All Types-All Ethnicities (18+). Valuable technical information combined with practical experience on-camera
makes this an essential class for those wanting to work in daytime television. Everything from initial contact to screen test is covered including the breakdown of roles, how
they’re cast, the audition process, cold reading techniques, image and types, pictures and resumes, general interviews and much more. Every actor works on camera in
every session. After your third session, Kate privately gives you an honest evaluation of your potential in soaps. Please Note : No make-ups for missed sessions. 
Dates: Tuesdays, November 10th, 17th & 24th
An Amazing $259
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WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 11
“inTREATMENT” On-Camera Class: Technique for Film & TV
with Roz Coleman, Film Director and On-Set Coach for HBO’s In Treatment
3:00 – 4 weeks. Actors Connection is thrilled to have SUPERSTAR Roz Coleman teaching our NEW daytime on-camera class for film and TV. Not only sought after as an
actress, Roz is an incredible acting coach and currently the on-set coach for HBO’s hit series In Treatment starring Gabriel Byrne. In this four week on-camera class, Roz
will be covering on-camera basics, script analysis, cold reads, and techniques for working with camera, script and reader. Roz will also be giving you website research as
well as great business basics. Perfect for the actor transitioning from stage to screen or wanting to improve their on-camera style, this class will take you to the next level in
your career. With major acting credits including 5 Broadway shows, Roz just wrapped a featured role in Frankie and Alice (release 2009) starring Halle Berry, the lead in the
independent film INDELIBLE (release 2009) and an appearance in BROOKLYN’S FINEST (release 2009) starring Don Cheadle and Richard Gere. Rosalyn’s film credits
include: VANILLA SKY, OUR SONG, BROWN SUGAR, HOOK’D UP, EVERYONE’S DEPRESSED, THE WINDOW, THE OPPORTUNIST and MUSIC OF THE HEART.
TV credits include: recurring roles on NBC’s KIDNAPPED, HBO’s OZ, NEW AMSTERDAM on FOX, NYPD BLUE, NY UNDERCOVER, and several appearances on LAW
& ORDER SVU and LAW & ORDER CRIMINIAL INTENT. Rosalyn has created, cast and directed over fifty film projects for her production company Red Wall Productions.
Projects include award winning short films, industrials, music concerts, promotional videos, educational videos and actor demo reels.
Dates: Wednesdays, November 11th, 18th, (skips 25th), Dec. 2nd & 9th.
An Amazing $199
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 11
Monologue Perfection - 5 Week Monologue Class with Private One on One
with Paul Fouquet, CD, Elissa Myers Casting
7:00 — 5 Weeks. Taught by award-winning casting director Paul Fouquet, our NEW monologue class is dedicated to finding you perfect monologues best suited for you
and your type. Paul’s approach will find you the best pieces to help you book jobs and land representation as well as remove any fear you may have in performing them.
The first week, Paul will be working with everyone where he’ll instantly tell you what is or is not working – so get ready to work!. He’ll also give you a list of ideas from plays
that more than likely you’ve never heard of before. Between weeks #1 and #2, Paul will bring you into his office with a private appointment so he can edit and piece together
the monologues so you can be on you feet with one by week 2. In week three, you’ll begin work encompassing an intensive work session in which you’ll get grounded in
the technique of approaching the monologue as a scene. In the following weeks, Paul will coach you to MONOLGUE PERFECTION so that by the last class you will have
numerous monologues ready to perform. Paul has been a CD for over 20 years and his credits include many Tony nominated Broadway shows, over 25 Off-Broadway
shows as well as MOWs, pilots, Mini Series and previous Emmy Award-Winning bio-pics. Regional casting includes The Old Globe, Alabama Shakespeare, Cleveland
Playhouse, Seattle Rep., Magic Theatre, Denver Center, Geva, Shakespeare Theater DC and the Dallas Theater Center. This office has so far received 14 nominations and
has won 3 Artios Awards for “Outstanding Achievement in Casting”, most recently in the category of “LA Theater” for Anna in the Tropics at Pasadena Playhouse.
Class is limited to 12. Please upload your headshot and create a resume in your online account upon registration.
Dates: Wednesdays, Nov. 11th, 18th, (skips 25th), Dec. 2nd, 9th & 16th. Plus your PRIVATE appt. between weeks #1 and #2.
Only $349
Feature Film Intensive
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 11
with Rori Bergman, Assoc. CD, Kathleen Chopin Casting
7:30 — AC is thrilled to have Rori back for this Feature Film Intensive as she is ALWAYS a favorite guests of our actors. Currently, she works with Kathleen Chopin Casting,
where she has recently completed work on the films The Bounty and Wall Street 2: Money Never Sleeps. Past credits for this office include I Am Legend, Hitch, and The
Manchurian Candidate. Rori also continues to work with LA Casting Director Jeanne McCarthy on various projects including Synecdoche, New York, and the upcoming films
Please Give, Dinner for Schmucks and Get Him to the Greek. She has worked with some of the most notable CD’s in town such as Cindy Tolan, Beth Bowling, Kim Miscia,
Jennifer McNamara, Julie Tucker, and Laura Rosenthal. Upon registration you’ll submit your headshot and resume from which Rori will choose sides which you’ll receive
in advance for preparation. The intensive starts off with an informative Q&A session followed by your presentation of the scene with a reader ON-CAMERA in a group for
adjustments and feedback. PLEASE NOTE: Once scenes have been distributed, if you LATE CANCEL you WILL NOT BE REPLACED. Please upload your headshot
and create a resume in your online account upon registration.
Just $79
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 12
COLD READING CLASS with B. Lynne Jebens, Agent, The Krasny Office
6:30 — 5 Weeks. A TRUE cold reading class, Lynne’s teaching what so many of our AC actors have been asking for! Some of our one-night seminars with casting
directors require you to have this skill down pat! So if you don’t, or could use a bit of a brush up, take this invaluable class that has received rave reviews from previous
participants! This 5-week class is also ON-CAMERA so that you can see for yourself if your intentions and feelings are communicated clearly throughout each scene.
She’ll cover all mediums using cold scene material from film, television (sit-com & dramatic), theater and even a bit of daytime. An agent for over 25 years, Lynne is
an expert at discovering your strong points and building on them as well as zeroing in on what needs work. For the final class, you’ll work on a long scene that will be
treated as a true audition experience. Limited to 12 actors!
Dates:  Thursdays, Nov. 12th, 19th, (skips 26th), Dec. 3rd, 10th & 17th. Only $249
INDIE FILM INTENSIVE
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 12
with Brette Goldstein, CD/Producer, Brette Goldstein Casting
7:00— 5 Weeks. Find your groove in indie films! We’re very excited to have Brette Goldstein, one of NY’s top indie film casting directors, teaching YOU the skills
necessary to break into this very exciting area of the business! Each week you’ll polish your film audition technique by working intensively on-camera, performing both cold
and prepared scenes from indie features with a reader. The first week you’ll work on cold sides. The second week you’ll work with a prepared scene from a full script that
Brette will have emailed you in advance giving you the full history of your character. The third week a new cold scene and the fourth week another prepared scene that will
be emailed to you in advance with full script. In the final week, Brette will focus on marketing techniques and the business side of the indie market; including who’s who in the
industry and tips on how to break in. Brette’s casts for film, theatre and commercials. Current and recent projects include the films Dead City, The Hike, The Minnow, Silent
Lucidity and Love on the Run. Brette’s films have been featured in almost every major film festival including Sundance, Toronto and Cannes. Register now as this class
will fill quickly! Please bring a VHS tape to each class to view your work.
Dates: Thursdays, Nov. 12th, 19th, (skips 26th), Dec. 3rd, 10th & 17th.
Just $329
4-Week Film Audition Technique Class
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 13
with Judy Henderson, Legendary CD & 2 Legit Agents
7:00 — 4 Weeks. Not only is Judy one of NYC’s foremost casting directors, she is a legend in the industry and a truly gifted teacher! With numerous years of casting film,
Judy brings a detailed and creative approach to the actor’s process and invaluable insight about the industry. She was voted as one of the top 20 CD’s in the U.S., an
Artios award winner for Hurly Burly and has called in, auditioned, and booked many actors met at Actors Connection! Each week will build on the last and all sessions will
be on-camera. The course will start off with a week of monologues so Judy can get a “feel” for your type as well as an opportunity to focus on each actor’s individual oncamera habits and how this could affect your audition. For the upcoming sessions, you will receive film sides in advance working with readers, scene partners, blocking and
rehearsing your sides, etc… all on camera. The final week will be a final “performance” with 2 of Judy’s favorite NY Agents in attendance. Judy is one of the busiest CD’s
in town, with current and upcoming projects including the feature films In the Meantime, Unicorns, Digger, and El Precio Del Paraíso. Past projects include the feature films
Order of Redemption, Unmade Man, Sweet Violins and Day Zero, the Broadway revival of Barefoot in the Park, Abigail’s Party, 12 and Holding, Before Sunrise, Suburbia,
and L.I.E. as well as the off-Broadway productions of The Accomplices (The New Group), Tall Trees and I Can See It in the Dead Man’s Eyes. This class will fill FAST so
don’t delay! Dates: Fridays, Nov. 13th, 20th, (skips 27th), Dec. 4th & 11th.
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On-Camera Commercial Class with TISHA IOLI— CD, Don Case Casting
SATURDAY SERIES — 2:00 — 4 Weeks. Tisha keeps bringing in LISTS of actors so has brought in for auditions after meeting them at AC, so we are thrilled to bring her
back! In this no-nonsense class packed with individual camera time and useful information, she’ll specifically focus on how to increase your chances of getting a callback
at commercial auditions. You’ll also learn tricks of the trade, common mistakes and how to fix them, what really goes on at a call-back and she’ll answer any questions you
might have. Have you ever wondered why you’re not booking more commercials or even just getting a call-back? What are you doing that is holding back your true potential?
Tisha is here to help you find out just that and fix the individual issues that are stopping you from booking more jobs! As a CD at Don Case, her office casts ALL McDonald’s
commercials both on camera and voiceover. Recent clients include: Burlington Coat Factory, Sears, Campbell Soup, Coca-Cola, Nokia, and NY Lottery. Work on-camera in
every class!
Dates:  Saturdays, Nov. 14th, 21st, (skips 28th), Dec. 5th & 12th.
Just $229
Musical Theater Showcase
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 16
5 Week Class with Dale Brown, CD,Tara Rubin Casting plus 5 TOP NY Agents!
7:00 – 5 weeks. After RAVE reviews after his first series, This NEW MUSICAL THEATER Class is designed to work with one of the best Musical Theater CD’s in town
followed by a showcase of your work to a panel of Musical Theater agents! The first week you will bring in your current audition material (so don’t forget your book) and
work with Dale as well as Joel Carlton, Agent, DGRW on your presentation, “package”, defining your true style, audition appearance and demeanor, and selected song
choices. Collectively you will decide on material that you will work on with Dale in weeks #2 and #3. Week #4 will be devoted to finding the perfect audition 16 bar cut of both
selections. The final week will begin with a Q&A followed by showcasing your work to a panel of 4 musical theater agents for adjustments, comments and written feedback.
Dale has been with this high profile casting office for just over a year which casts Shrek, Mamma Mia!, Spamalot, Jersey Boys, Mary Poppins, Billy Elliot (NY), Brigadoon,
The Country Girl, The Little Mermaid, and Young Frankenstein. Joel is one of the finest agents in town and currently has clients in Shrek, The Little Mermaid, Wicked, Mary
Poppins and Mamma Mia just to name a few. This is truly an amazing opportunity for the ADVANCED Musical Theater performer. Register now as this class will sell out fast!
Limited to 12 singing actors.
Dates: Mondays, Nov. 16th, 23rd, 30th, Dec. 7th & 14th.
Only $429
Acting In Song with TIFFANY LITTLE CANFIELD, Casting Director , Telsey & Company
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 17
7:00 – 4 Weeks.  This is your chance to work with one of the industry’s finest! We are thrilled to have Tiffany from this TOP musical theater casting office teaching this
popular four-week class here at AC. She will cover audition preparation for the singing actor emphasizing choice of material, development of actable, specific, personal
choices which remain alive as you perform a song again and again. The class will focus on a variety of songs to use for appointment auditions but the techniques learned
and developed are applicable to any cut of music. Tiffany will be working with all different styles including traditional, contemporary and pop musical theatre. Be prepared to
learn new music and work on a weekly basis incorporating feedback from the week before. The 4th week, Tiffany will work with you on finding the perfect 8-bar and 16-bar
cuts from the music you have worked on throughout the class. Current projects include: Spider-Man, Legally Blonde National Tour, Wicked, South Pacific, In the Heights,
Rock of Ages, Catch Me If You Can, The Addams Family and many, many more. A rare opportunity not to be missed. Limited to 12 singing actors.
An Unbelievable $379
Dates: Tuesdays, November 17th, 24th, Dec. 1st & 8th.
Law & Order Intensive
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 21
with Claire Traeger, Assoc. CD, Law & Order
10:00 — If you’re intent on landing roles on this hit TV series, this ONE NIGHT ONLY intensive is not to be missed! Claire brings years of experience casting to this evening
where she’ll be working with you on what it takes to book a role on Law & Order. Claire will have received your headshots and resumes in advance and cast you in a scene
which you will pick up in advance. You’ll start off the night with a Q&A, and then Claire will begin working with you with a reader in a group format. Be prepared for feedback
and to take adjustments on the fly. She is interested in meeting talent of all types and ethnicities 18+ that she HAS NOT met in the past 6 months. AN EVENT NOT TO
BE MISSED! It’s VERY IMPORTANT to send your p/r upon registration!!!   PLEASE NOTE: Once scenes have been distributed by Claire, if you LATE cancel you
will NOT be replaced!
An Amazing $89
NET WORK TELEVISION DOUBLE HEADER
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 21
w i t h M I C H A L Z E C H E R , Ta l e n t C o o r d i n a t o r, C B S P r i m e t i m e & J O D I A N G S T R E I C H , A s s o c . C D , G o u l d e r / K e l l e r C a s t i n g
* N O W C a s t i n g H B O ’ s n e w s e r i e s “ B o r e d To D e a t h ” & t h e n e w s e r i e s “ L o u i e ” *
10:00am - 1pm OR 2pm - 5pm — 2 SESSIONS TO CHOOSE FROM — BACK BY DEMAND! After AMAZING feedback on their previous intensives, it’s time to learn
from these two titans of NETWORK television. Jodi and Michal bring years of expertise to today’s special event where they’ll work with you on what it takes to BOOK roles
in Television! You’ll start off with a Q&A, next you’ll do your scene using the pre-read format with a reader in a group. Be prepared for extensive feedback as well as ready
to take re-adjustments on the fly. Michal has been with CBS for just over a year and is gearing up for PILOT SEASON at CBS. Jodi recently left the CW and will be casting
alongside Gayle Keller and Ann Goulder the NEW HBO series Bored to Death and a new series for FX titled Louie. Please upload your headshot and create a resume in
your online account upon registration and in addition, please submit 2 HS/resumes to the office.
PLEASE NOTE: Once scenes have been distributed by Jodi and Michal, if you LATE cancel you will NOT be replaced! HURRY TO REGISTER as SPACE IS
LIMITED.
An Amazing $139
Film Audition Intensive
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 23
with Adrienne Stern, CD, Adrienne Stern Casting
7:00 — After a huge waitlist for her last intensive and after GREAT feedback regarding the level of talent she has seen at AC, Adrienne has graciously agreed to come back!
In tonight’s intensive you’ll start off with a Q&A taking in the pearls of wisdom and information this veteran CD has to offer. Adrienne will then pair you with another actor in a
cold scene that she will provide from recent films she has cast and you’ll have time rehearse with your partner. Next, Adrienne will be working intensively with each pairing in
a group format so that you’ll have the chance to get coaching and observe how this constantly in-demand CD works with others. Be prepared for feedback and direction for
adjustments which will surely impact your next audition! Adrienne is currently casting 7 features: The No Game, Happy New Year, Blue World, Sundays in Fort Greene, The
Suspect of St. Marks Place, Shoedog, and Losers Take All. Recent projects include: Harold, Boarding House, Blue World, Jones Party, Strange Effect, The Ivory Trade,
Ten Tall Stories, Immaculate Conception of Little Dizzle and Popular Bluff. Past films credits for this office (too numerous to completely list here) include Broken English, The
Insurgents, and Shanghai Hotel.  She’s currently interested in meeting new talent of All Types-All Ethnicities (18+).  She’s so busy casting she would only commit to this
one date so don’t miss out! Register soon as space will go fast!
Just $89.00
Ear Prompter Class with Patricia Stark, MediaImageCoach.com
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 1
6:30 — 3 Weeks. You asked for it and NOW we’ve got it! After previous classes here won RAVE reviews, we are offering this amazing Earprompter class with the teacher
that all of our actors are talking about — TV Host and Media Image Coach, Pat Murphy. If you didn’t know it, it’s almost IMPOSSIBLE to find Earprompter training in
Manhattan! It’s a skill that is a must for the commercial/industrial actor! Have you ever had an audition where you had sooooo much copy you felt you were in over your head
or unprepared? With an Earprompter you can easily record your copy and play it back in your ear, giving an audition that seems totally memorized. Producers love actors
that use Earprompter because it saves them time and money!! Get HANDS ON training with professional Earprompter equipment. You’ll learn: speaking while listening to
a script in your ear; how to own the words; basic technical aspects; facial expressions; cadence & timing; how to easily record last minute scripts and changes; how to use
Earprompter quickly on location or at auditions; and how to use Earprompter when a traditional Teleprompter set up is not possible or desired. Pat will also show you where
to find the best professional equipment available in today’s market! Always a sell-out so SIGN UP NOW! Limited to 12 actors!
Dates: Tuesdays, December 1st, 8th & 15th.
Just $249
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ON-CAMERA Feature Film & TV Technique
3-Week Class taught by Allison Estrin, Assoc. CD, Barden/Schnee Casting
7:00 — 3 weeks. NOW CASTING MULTIPLE FEATURE FILMS! Work with one of the top casting associates from one of the most prominent bi-coastal casting offices
around! This 3-Week class begins with the first session focusing on day-player roles on TV. Weeks two and three turn to film working on both dayplayer (yes there is a
difference between dayplayer on TV and on film!) as well as longer scenes that would be performed by supporting or leading actors in features. All aspects of working oncamera in both mediums will be covered fully by Allison including audition tips and techniques, the best headshots for on-camera work and what on your resume attracts
CD’s to call you in! Barden/Schnee is currently casting What’s Wrong with Virginia starring Jennifer Connelly and Ed Harris, a new original series Failure to Fly, the Hillary
Swank feature Betty Anne Waters (also starring Sam Rockwell), the MTV movie Disco Queen, the upcoming Brian DePalma film The Boston Stranglers and the next Will
Ferrell comedy Stewie. Past feature film projects include Pineapple Express, World Trade Center directed by Oliver Stone and Proof. This class is a MUST for those wanting
to perfect their on-camera audition technique!
Dates: Wednesdays, December 2nd, 9th & 16th.
An Amazing $269
On-Camera TV & Film 3-Week Class
with Jessica
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 2
Daniels ~NOW CASTING 30 ROCK!!~
8:00— 3 Weeks. Congratulations to Jessica who recently moved to NBC to work on the hit series 30 ROCK! After a HUGE waitlist for her first class, Actors Connection
welcomes one of our favorite CD’s, Jessica Daniels, to teach our newest On-Camera TV and Film Class! Throughout her career, she has worked at some of the finest film
and television offices: (Avy Kaufman, Finnegan/Jacobs, Kathleen Chopin, Nancy Klopper and the late Mali Finn) Feature films she’s worked on include the Oscar winning
Brokeback Mountain, Empire Falls, Garden State, and I Am Legend. TV shows include Denis Leary’s The Job and the current ABC series The Unusuals. Presently, she
is the casting associate on the TV show Royal Pains with Bonnie Finnegan and Steven Jacobs, a USA/Universal series that’s shooting in New York. As Jessica has spent
years casting BOTH Film and TV, this class will break down the different audition techniques and how to approach both mediums differently and successfully. Based on your
HS/resume, in week #1 Jessica will focus on ‘cold’ TELEVISON sides that you will receive the night of the first class. That evening, she will distribute your FILM sides that will
be prepared for week #2. Together, you and Jessica will decide which sides will be used for your “callback” for the final class. In addition, you will discuss the casting process
of both and from pre-read to screen-test, chemistry reads and much more. A rare opportunity to work with one of the busiest and most respected CD’s in NY !
Dates: Wednesdays, December 2nd, 9th & 16th.
Just $269
NEW On Camera 3 Week TV Class
with Justin Borgstahl, Assoc. CD,
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 3
Julie Tucker Casting
7:30 — 3 Weeks. Congratulations to Justin who recently moved from ABC to work with the most prominent Television Casting Office in town! Justin brings years of
experience and knowledge to this class where he’ll be working with you on what it takes to book a role in television. This NEW 3 week class will focus on each actor’s specific
needs where Justin will fine-tune your on-camera technique working with both dramatic and comedic sides. Based on your HS/resume, in week #1 Justin will assign you
sides in advance that you will prepare and bring to the first week of class. You’ll start off the night with a Q&A, and then Justin will begin working with you on-camera with a
reader in a group format. Weeks #2 and #3 you will have the option to continue working on the same sides OR collectively you and Justin will decide to “move forward” with
new sides and at your request, either comedic or dramatic. This class is a great opportunity not only to focus on what YOU want out of a technique class but also the rare
opportunity to work with a CD from this powerhouse office which casts Damages, Rescue Me, Nurse Jackie and the NEW series White Collar. This class will sell out quickly
so register now! Please upload your headshot and create a resume in your online account upon registration.
Dates: Thursdays, Dec. 3rd, 10th & 17th ONLY $279
LAW & ORDER MAIN EVENT!
with
SUZANNE
RYAN,
HEAD
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 5
CASTING
DIRECTOR
10am - 1pm OR 2pm - 5pm — 2 SESSIONS TO CHOOSE FROM — Back after FAR too long an absence, we welcome the HEAD casting director of one of the longest
running prime time television shows shot in New York City. Since 1992 Suzanne has cast thousands and thousands of actors in over 350 episodes of this most popular
show. With so much experience in casting and an eye for exactly what’s needed to book a role on Law and Order, Suzanne REALLY wants to work ONLY with ADVANCED
and EXPERIENCED actors. Suzanne will have received your headshots and resumes via email from us (please upload your headshot and create a resume in your online
account upon registration) and cast you in a scene which you’ll pick up in advance. You will start off the day with a Q&A, and then Suzanne will begin working and coaching
you with a reader in a group format. PLEASE NOTE: Once scenes have been distributed by Suzanne, if you LATE cancel you will NOT be replaced! This intensive is open
to ADVANCED and EXPERIENCED actors that Suzanne has not met in the last year! Not to be missed!
An Amazing $149
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 9
ALL DAY Commercial Improv Intensive with Barry Shapiro, CD, Herman & LIpson Casting
10:00 — With Barry’s other classes always selling out, you’ll need to be fast to get in on this one! As every savvy commercial actor knows, many auditions are strictly
improvised and in order to BOOK, you need to have this skill set down pat! Barry is an expert teacher of these kinds of auditions where there is either no copy at all or the
script is partly or entirely improvised. This intensive will focus on Improv as it relates strictly to commercials. You’ll learn to mime eating, talking and reacting in a restaurant
scene; activities thrown at you “in the moment”; taking a script and putting it into your own words; improvising dialogue before the written script starts and after it ends;
creating an instant character fully realized at a moment’s notice and much more! Barry has been a commercial CD for over 25 years and his experience translates to you
feeling comfortable in these kinds of auditions so that you BOOK them!
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SEMINARS
**for CLASSES/SPECIAL EVENTS refer to page 4**
MONDAY, OCTOBER 19
6:00 — JENNIFER KELLY — Print Agent, Bella Agency. Jennifer has been a print agent with Bella Agency for over 2 yrs. and has created many great relationships
between her clients and talent. Her connections grow every day and Jennifer has booked actors/models on everything from editorials: Good Housekeeping to Men’s
Health; product placement: Verizon, Zappo, Dell Computers, Gardeiselle, and the latest Lady Foot Locker campaign just to mention a few. Her love of the print world is
infectious and she looks forward to meeting and working with AC talent.
After a Q & A you’ll have
Mini Interviews ONE on ONE
7:00 — INGRID FRENCH — Owner/Personal Manager, Ingrid French Management. This lovely lady is the owner of this very busy office that represents actors in ALL
AREAS. She has booked clients in film (Death In Love, Christmas in New York, Across The Universe, I am Legend, Capers, Gracie, American Gangster), TV (30 Rock,
Law & Order: CI and SVU, Gossip Girl, Ugly Betty), soaps (AMC, GL, ATWT, OLTL), commercials (Carmax, AMEX, Nike, Subway, L’Oreal, Pantine, Cablevision, Miller,
BMW, Ipod, Verizon, Dominos, Chevy), print (Barnes & Noble, Asics, Shreaded Wheat, IBM, Nike, HP) and V/O’s (Lenscrafters, AJ Wright, Grey Goose,Virgin Mobile). She
works with both signed and freelance clients and is open to meeting All Types-All Ages (18+). Ingrid called in many AC actors from past seminars and needless to say, her
clients are WORKING!!! Come early to choose your copy or bring your own.
After a Q & A she’ll see
Comm. Copy OR Monos ONE on ONE
7:00 — LISA PRICE - Agent, The Price Group LLC. This new boutique agency represents clients on Broadway and National Tours (Legally Blond, Chicago, Mamma Mia,
Hairspray, Sweet Charity, All Shook Up, Spamalot, The Producers), regional theater, live industrials (ESPN, State Farm), TV ( all three L&O’s, Hi-5, Rescue Me, The Strokes
Music Video) and film (The Good Shepard, Whatever Lola Wants, Enchanted, The Brave One etc.). In the years prior to opening The Price Group, Ms. Price worked as an
agent for other high profile agencies in NY and was a Casting Director and Director for a variety of California and NY theatre companies. The Price Group always has there
eyes open for new truly amazing talent to add to their select client list.
After a Q&A she’ll she
Monos/Songs ONE on ONE
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 20
6:30 — LISA DONADIO — Associate Casting Director, Playwrights Horizons. Lisa is currently working with Alaine Alldaffer on the 2009-20010 season, including The
Retributionist by Daniel Goldfarb dir. by Leigh Silverman, This by Melissa James Gibson dir. by Daniel Aukin, Circle Mirror Transformation by Anne Baker dir. by Sam Gold
and Clybourne Park by Bruce Norris dir. by Pam McKinnan. They will also be casting the Huntington Theatre season and the Women’s Project Season. Previous projects
include productions for the Long Wharf Theatre, Soho Rep, Bay Street Theater, the New Group and Crooked for the Women’s Project dir. by Liz Diamond. Past film/TV
credits include: When Zachary Beaver Came to Town, Anything But Love, The Jimmy Show, Around the Bend, Dark Water and The Knights of Prosperity.
After a Q & A she’ll see
Monos ONE on ONE
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 21
4:00 — FREE SEMINAR — Meisner Technique Master Class with Matthew Corozine, Actor/Teacher/Coach/Director. Is your acting true and full? Do you have an
acting technique that will never fail you? In this free seminar you’ll examine the basics of the Meisner technique and learn the importance of building a craft so that you’re
ready when opportunity knocks. Get out of your head and out of your way and get to the real actor in you using your instincts rather than delivering a performance of what
you think people want. Learn how to stay focused and have your attention where it needs to be even in the midst of the biggest distractions. The Matthew Corzine Studio
teaches “the reality of doing and finding the truth within yourself”. Be prepared to participate in beginning excercises that Matthew will lead and coach. A true opportunity for
those AC actors wanting to perfect their craft!
FREE SEMINAR
7:00 — ANASTASIA MILLER — Agent, Clear Talent Group. We are elated to welcome yet another agent from this well respected office to meet our actors! Before coming
to NY, Anastasia was an agent in Los Angeles for 7 years and has been in NY for the past 2 years. She has been developing the on-camera commercial division in addition
to representing dancers and choreographers. She’s always open to meeting new talent of All Types-All Ages (18+) for possible representation. Recent bookings include:
Heineken, Ipod, Pampers, Clearasil, Sobe and Crystal Light. Come early to choose your copy or bring your own.
After a Q & A she’ll see
Comm. Copy ONE on ONE
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 22
6:30 — KEVIN MCSHANE — Owner/Agent, Fifi Oscard. Kevin represents actors for on-camera commercials, print and industrials for this prestigious, long-standing midsized agency. Direct and to the point, Kevin quickly evaluates your commercial potential and is always looking for new faces!! He’s called in so many actors from previous
seminars that we’ve lost count, many who have booked lucrative jobs! Come early to choose your copy or bring your own.
After the Q & A he’ll see
Comm. Copy ONE on ONE
7:30 — KATHARINA EGGMANN – Director of Primetime Casting East Coast, CBS.  We are delighted to welcome Katharina for another powerhouse seminar since
joining CBS primetime.  Katharina’s past projects include: Casting Director for both Law & Order: Criminal Intent and Law & Order: Trial by Jury; the feature films Freedom
Writers (NY seach), Riding in Cars With Boys and The Emperor’s Club, the indie features Marconi Bros and Confess; and other TV series: Queens Supreme, The Sopranos
(Season #1) and The Jamie Kennedy Experiment.  Katharina ONLY wants to meet experienced actors who she has not seen in the previous year!  Katharina ONLY wants
to meet experienced actors who she has not seen in the previous year!  LIMITED ENROLLMENT. $10 Surcharge.
After a mandatory Q & A she’ll see Cold Paired Scenes PRIVATELY
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 23
6:30 — CINDI RUSH, C.S.A — Casting Director, Cindi Rush Casting. Cindi is currently casting Rooms, Jacques Brel, Six Dance Lessons, The Thing About Men,
Showtune, I Sing, Urinetown, Say Goodnight Gracie. Regional: Triad Stage; Act II Playhouse; Arena Stage; Goodman; Cape Cod Theatre Project; Actors Theatre of
Louisville Humanafest. Film: Offspring, Made For Each Other, Home Movie, Jack Ketchum’s: The Girl Next Door, Headspace,Other: Hats Tours: “Curious George”
“Kidz Bop”,Consultant for National Alliance For Musical Theatre (2004-08), Consultant for NYU Graduate Program for Musical Theatre Writing.
After an amazing Q & A she’ll see
Monos/Songs ONE on ONE
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24
10:30 — DOUG KESTEN — Commercial Agent, Paradigm. One of the smartest and most “actor-oriented” agents you’ll meet, Doug is one of the top commercial agents in
the city! He’s recently booked his clients in commercials for: Geico, Comcast, Choice Hotels, Dunkin’ Donuts, Olive Garden, Slimfast, Marriott, Time-Warner, Hallmark, Zetia,
Ocean Spray, Radio Shack, T-Mobile, IBM, Cingular, Citibank, Stride Gum, Burger King, Travelers Insurance and Crest. Doug is currently freelancing with many AC actors
met from previous seminars and has signed several! $5 Surcharge. After a Q & A he’ll do interviews to get a feeling for “you.” Mini Interviews ONE on ONE
MONDAY, OCTOBER 26
1:00 — FREE SEMINAR — Actor’s Business Blueprint, led by Dallas Travers, Career Coach and Award winning Author. Please join LA’s leading expert in marketing
for actors at New York’s first Actor’s Business Blueprint Workshop! During this FREE event, Dallas Travers presents a tangible roadmap to acting success that has helped
thousands of actors elevate their careers in less time, with less money. Whether you’re an emerging actor looking for a solid career plan or you’ve been acting for years
and need a new strategy, this FREE workshop will transform your approach to the industry. During This Free 90-Minute Workshop, You’ll Learn Exactly How To: get more
auditions, land the right representation, master the number one marketing rule EVERY actor must know, save hundreds of dollars, thousands of hours and accomplish even
more. Dallas’s best selling book, The Tao of Show Business: How to Pursue Your Dream Without Losing Your Mind won first prize in the “How To” category at the 2009
Hollywood Book Festival. So, if you haven’t seen her live, you are in for a real treat! She’s LA’s leading career expert. Seating is limited at this FREE and exciting seminar!
FREE SEMINAR
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6:30 — JENNIFER KONAWAL — Agent, The Gersh Agency. At this very BIG, top bi-coastal agency for 10 years, Jennifer represents name clients (BD Wong,
Judah Friedlander, Zoe Kazan) as well as talented unknowns. She is back after a long absence because she is interested in meeting fresh new actors of all types,
all ethnicities who play teens through early 30’s. Though an extensive resume is not needed, super talent is, as this office will not freelance. This bi-coastal agency
represents their clients on both coasts and will develop actors that they are passionate about! If this is a fit then you MUST see Jennifer! $5 Surcharge
After a Q & A she’ll see
Monos ONE on ONE
7:00 — MICHAEL RAYMEN — Agent, Don Buchwald & Associates. There aren’t too many agents that we can say are known to have such a fine reputation in the
commercial game as Michael. From one of the finest commercial agencies in NYC, Michael is an excellent agent whose feedback is direct and honest. He is always looking
for new talent and fresh faces for both on-camera and V/O’s. This office has recently booked clients in commercials for Verizon, Pepto-Bismol, E-Bay, Netflix, Jose Cuervo,
Coke, Walmart, JC Penney, Kodak. Michael has SIGNED many AC actors met here in past seminars and does not freelance. Come early to choose your copy or bring
your own. After a Q & A he’ll see
Comm. Copy ONE on ONE
7:00 — CLAY SMITH — Agent, The Leudtke Agency. Clay is with this AMAZING boutique agency that represents actors for all legit areas, both union and non-union.
Currently, they have clients in Mamma Mia, Chicago, Wicked, Shrek and In the Heights. Additionally, this agency has clients in the features (Nannie Diaries, I Think I Love
My Life, Enchanted, Just My Luck, Find Me Guilty, The Good Shepard, American Gangster, Two Weeks, Fame, Departed), and on television (Nurse Jackie, Mercy, The
Beautiful Life, Gossip Girl, all 3 L&O’s, Rescue Me, Brotherhood, 30 Rock, Unusuals). He’s currently looking for All Types of actors and has brought in several actors from
past seminars! After a Q & A he’ll see
Monos/Songs ONE on ONE
7:30 — MARIBETH FOX — Casting Director, Laura Rosenthal Casting. Maribeth has been at Laura Rosenthal Casting for two years. She recently completed a pilot for
HBO called “The Wonderful Maladys” and has many exciting projects on tap for the fall. Maribeth began her casting career at CBS Primetime Casting as well as in the talent
departments of Sesame Street and NBC’s Last Call With Carson Daly after spending two and a half years in the legit department at Don Buchwald & Associates. This is a
great opportunity to meet one of the friendliest and knowledgeable CD’s in town.
$5 Surcharge After a mandatory Q & A she’ll see her
Cold Paired Scenes PRIVATELY
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 27
6:30 — DAVID VACCARI — Casting Director, Telsey & Company. From one of the most prominent casting offices in town, David casts primarily film, TV and
commercials for this MAJOR casting office. A cool and laid-back CD known for calling in people directly, he’s currently working on the features Restless for Gus Van Sant,
Howl with James Franco, Jeff Daniels, Jonah Hex and Josh Brolin and Main Street by Horton Foote with Orlando Bloom & Ellen Burstyn. Past features include: Rachel
Getting Married, Sex and the City: The Movie, Paranoid Park, Then She Found Me, Dan In Real Life, Across The Universe, Pieces of April and Rent.
After a mandatory Q & A he’ll see his
Cold Paired Scenes PRIVATELY
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 28
5:30 — NEW ACTOR ORIENTATION We’ll answer all of your questions regarding what we have to offer at Actors Connection. We will also discuss the various formats
of nightly seminars, highlights of classes, go over various upcoming special events and give you some inside information on how to use your $$$ wisely and most
effectively. Whether you are a “new” or “returning” actor and want to know what Actors Connection can do for YOU and YOUR CAREER, please call the office at
212-977-6666 ext. 8 to reserve a space or email us at [email protected]. Attendees will get great info as well as special offers and discounts!
We look forward to seeing you there!
FREE!!
6:30— HEATHER FINN — Agent, Frontier Booking International. Heather has been at this excellent full service office for almost seven years and works primarily with
actors who play teens to early thirties. She handles on-camera commercials, voice-overs (she does in-house casting as well) and print. Heather’s clients have recently
booked commercials and voiceovers for Walmart, McDonalds, Mohegan Sun, Electric Company, Discovery Health, Orange, Olive Garden, Verizon Wireless, Bud Light and
many more. She’s interested in meeting fresh, new talent of All Ethnicities-All Types (18-early 30’s only!). Come early to choose your copy or bring your own.
After a Q & A she’ll see
Comm. Copy ONE on ONE
7:00 — DAVID CADY — Casting Director, Donna DeSeta Casting. A highly respected CD with over 20 years in the business, David has probably cast close to 1000
commercials. He began his career as an actor before moving into film and television casting with Bonnie Timmermann and Howard Feuer, and commercial casting at Grey
Advertising. He has been with Ms. DeSeta for 16 years. This very busy office casts TONS of commercials (both on-camera and V/O) including: Target, Barilla, Brawn, Nivea
and many others. In the past they have cast for Heineken, Popsicle, Microsoft and Century 21. He’s called in and booked several AC actors from past seminars and gives
great feedback. Come early to choose your copy or bring your own.
After a Q & A he’ll see
Comm. Copy ONE on ONE
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 30
6:00 — DAVID KRASNER — Agent, The Talent Mine. David is interested in meeting All Types-All Ethnicities (18+) for possible representation at this prestigious boutique
agency. Currently he has clients on Broadway (Wicked, South Pacific, In The Heights, Jersey Boys, Phantom), film (Wall Street 2, You Don’t Know Jack, Adjustment Bureau)
and episodics (Mercy, Nurse Jackie, White Collar, Gossip Girl, All 3 L&O’s, Rescue Me, Damages, Ugly Betty) and is currently working with actors met here from past
seminars. After a Q & A he’ll see Monos/Songs ONE on ONE
6:30 — AMY GOSSELS — Independent CD & Film Producer, Amy Gossels Casting. One of the TRUE independent CD’s in New York working in many different areas,
Amy’s auditioned and booked so many actors from AC seminars in film, commercials, industrials and print that we’ve lost count! She is the Casting Director (on going)
for the upcoming new hybrid production “The Ride” from the creators of Blue Man Group. She casts tons of commercials, most recently a global campaign for Rolex for
Ridley Scott’s company, a commercial for Dentaburst and a web promo for Gardisil; comedy promos for TV Land and Speed Network; a huge print campaign for Nikon and
Comcast; instructional videos for Maybelline and ConAir. She cast the Lifetime TV series “ Mom’s Cooking” and the Indie Feature “Anything”. Definitely a CD who should
know YOUR work, she just called in three AC actors from previous seminars!
Come early to select copy or bring your own. After a Q & A she’ll see Comm. Copy ONE on ONE
7:00 — TRACEY GOLDBLUM — Agent, Abrams Artists. Kind, witty, and insightful, Tracey’s considered one of the top on-camera commercial agents in the city. Many
of our actors are working as a result of meeting her here. She just SIGNED one from her last seminar and recently booked other clients in commercials for: Verizon, Capital
One, Nike, Wendy’s, Chase Bank, Fidelity & Merrill-Lynch. Tracey always finds actors she can book here at AC and gives great feedback! Come early to choose your
copy or bring your own. After a Q & A she’ll see
Comm. Copy ONE on ONE
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 2
12:00 — FREE SEMINAR — Masterclass with Larry Singer, Larry Singer Studios. With over 20 years experience as an acting teacher, professional director and
actor, Actors Connection is thrilled to have Larry in today working with our actors in this Free Masterclass. With a very special approach, he combines a mulititude of
actor skills, techniques and intuitive understanding of each actor as an individual. Larry has a taught at some of the finest acting schools and studios including Columbia,
NYU, Cap 21, Michael Howard Studios, Muhlenburg College and the American Academy of Dramatic Arts. In today’s masterclass, Larry will be working with you on
your monologue to enhance your unique qualities as an actor, expand your capabilities and learn what makes you special to help casting directors to understand who
you are and what you bring to the table. Larry will also be sharing with you audition tips including how to be in the moment in every audition, owning the room, as well
much, much more! This special Masterclass has limited seating and everyone is invited to bring in a 1-2 minute monologue with 10 actors being randomly chosen.
FREE SEMINAR
6:30 — DANIELLE RUSSO — Print Agent, CESD. Danielle has worked at CESD Talent Agency for 9 years where she has been a print agent for this top bi-coastal
office! She books models and actors for all magazines such as Cosmopolitan, Men’s Health, In-Style, Redbook and Shape as well as parts models, book, album & CD
covers, morning fashion shows (Today Show, CBS Morning Show) and commercial print. Danielle is currently seeking new clients of All Types-All Ethnicities (18+)
from models to “real” people for commercial print, catalogues, editorial and fit modeling. Please bring a picture and resume or samples of print work (tear sheets,
comp cards) for feedback. After a Q & A you’ll have
Mini Interviews ONE on ONE
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7:00 — JUDY LESLEY — Owner/Personal Manager, Sinclair Management. With over 20 years as a manager, Judy is constantly looking to keep her clients working!
This office has clients in film (258), episodics (Gossip Girl, The Good Wife, Rescue Me, All 3 L&O’s), soaps (AMC, OLTL), on Broadway, off-Broadway, on national tours (The
Lion King, Les Miz, The Wiz) and one client is currently in 14 different commercials! Judy is currently looking for musical theater talent and trained actors (both leading and
characters) of all ages! She requests that singers choose a “song with acting.” She does not want to see anyone she has met in the last year. Judy brought in many actors
from her first few seminars and has already signed six!!!!
After a Q & A she’ll see
Monos/Songs ONE on ONE
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3
6:00 — PAUL REISMAN — Agent, Abrams Artists. An awesome guest from one of NY’s great agencies, Paul is interested in meeting experienced actors with credits
as well as talented young unknowns for TV, film and theatre! With clients in major features, TV shows and on Broadway, he’s been really impressed with the caliber of AC
talent. Paul has called in several actors met here and has recently SIGNED one! $5 Surcharge.
After a Q & A he’ll see
Monos ONE on ONE
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 4
12:00 — FREE SEMINAR — MILLION DOLLAR HEADSHOTS with Timothi Jane Graham, NY/LA Photographer. How many actors have taken headshots and come
away from their session disappointed? You’re in the search for the ultimate shot and to this point in your career you aren’t sure if it’s actually possible to walk into an audition
and hand the casting director something that makes you proud. In this seminar, you’ll learn valuable tools that will give you a jump start toward creating that ultimate shot.
Don’t miss the chance to pick the brain of one of the best headshot photographers in NYC. With studios in New York and Los Angeles, Timothi believes a portrait should be
more than just a pretty picture. It should tell a story and reveal the simple truths that touch us all. Timothi believes in creating the most relaxing environment possible for those
she photographs. From researching the differences between photographers to preparing for your shoot, she’ll discuss the in’s and out’s of the headshot process. So take an
hour of your time to gain precious information pertaining to this vital part of an actor’s career.
FREE SEMINAR
6:30 — MATT AMBROSIA — Broadcast Promo Agent, Paradigm. From one of the “TOP” agencies in New York, Actors Connection is thrilled to welcome Matt for
this seminar. At Paradigm for over 5 years, Matt has recently booked clients on promotional work for Nickelodeon, Discovery, Animal Planet, Travel Channel, NBC,
Showtime, Starz, Espn, ABC, Ion, etc. He also consistently books narrators on Discovery, Animal Planet and National Geographic. Bring your voice over tapes/CD’s if
you have them. Come early to choose your copy or bring your own.
After a Q & A he’ll hear
Comm. Copy ONE on ONE in the VOICE-OVER BOOTH
7:00 — KATE BOKA — Casting Associate, Roundabout Theatre Company/Jim Carnahan Casting. Kate has been at this award winning office for over four years
casting ALL projects for Roundabout and Jim Carnahan. Broadway credits include: the upcoming Pal Joey, Boeing-Boeing, Old Acquaintance, Curtains, The Ritz, 110 in the
Shade, The Woman in White, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, Fiddler on the Roof. Regional: Bay Street Theatre’s The Night Season, Things Being What They Are, Les Miserable,
The Full Monty and Shenandoah at the Marriot Theatre in Chicago. Off Broadway: Spring Awakening (Atlantic Theater Company), Howard Katz, Pig Farm, Entertaining
Mr. Sloane, The Paris Letter, Mr. Marmalade, (all for Roundabout). National tours of 12 Angry Men, Sweet Charity. Kate also served as Casting Assistant on last season’s
Showtime hit series Brotherhood.
After a Q & A she’ll see Monos/Songs ONE on ONE
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 5
6:30 — RAMONA PITERA — Owner/Agent, Ramona’s Model & Talent, LLC. After many years as the head of the print and on camera department for Gilla Roos,
Ramona recently opened up her own offices is looking to build her files! She is responsible for finding, developing, promoting and booking models and actors for the
company’s clients as well as RMT’s business development. Ramona has over 15 years of experience in assessing, developing and providing talent for her commercial and
print clientele. She has submitted and booked many actors met here and is currently looking for All Types-All Ages (18+) who are ready to work!
After a Q & A you’ll have
Mini Interviews ONE on ONE
7:00 — ALISON FRANCK — Casting Director, Papermill Playhouse. FIRST TIME GUEST!
Alison Franck has been the Resident Casting Director for Paper
Mill Playhouse for nearly a decade. She has cast over 40 productions for Paper Mill including the Broadway transfer of I’m Not Rappaport, starring Judd Hirsch and Ben
Vereen, directed by Daniel Sullivan. Recent Paper Mill productions include 1776, Master Class, The Importance of Being Earnest, Little Shop of Horrors and Kiss Me
Kate. Other regional productions include Pirates! (Goodspeed/Paper Mill), Hairspray and Les Miserables (North Shore Music Theatre), and 2007’s mini-tour of Seven
Brides for Seven Brothers directed by Scott Schwartz and choreographed by Patti Colombo (TUTS / Paper Mill / North Shore / TOTS). She recently completed the
casting of the upcoming National Tour of Ain’t Misbehavin’ starring Ruben Studdard and Frenchie Davis and the premiere National Tour of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang.
Independent film: Broke Even (Best Drama, 2000 NY Independent Film Festival). TV series: Al Franken’s “Lateline,” “Soul Man,” “Talk to Me.” Pilot casting: “Madigan
Men” and “Freaks & Geeks” (2000 Emmy for Outstanding Casting for a Comedy Series)
After a Q & A she’ll see
Monos/Songs ONE on ONE
7:00 — LISA RUBENSTEIN — Casting Director, Liz Lewis Casting. One of the newest casting directors on staff, Lisa casts for this distinguished office for on-camera
commercials, V/O’s, TV, Film, and Theater. Recent commercial and voice over projects include: Crest, Target, Verizon, Malibu Rum, Captain Morgan, Panasonic, Wendy’s,
Wrigley’s, Tide, among many others. Currently, Lisa is casting projects for TV and Film, including the feature film “Longstreet”. This office has brought in many AC actors
directly over the years and Lisa is on the the lookout for NEW talent to bring in for upcoming projects.
Come early to choose your copy or bring your own.
After a Q&A she’ll see
Comm. Copy OR Monos ONE on ONE
7:00 — SCOTT SWIONTEK — Jr. Agent, The Gersh Agency. Scott has been at this prestigious “A” list bi-coastal office for nearly 2 years working alongside Rhonda
Price. He is currently developing his own list of clients and is on the lookout for fresh faces who have yet to be discovered. Scott is interested in meeting fresh new
actors of All types, All ethnicities, who play 18-40. This agency represents name clients but is always on the lookout for talented unknowns to develop. Though an
extensive resume is not needed, exceptional acting ability is! This signed client agency (no freelancing) represents their actors on both coasts and is passionate about
all that they work with! If this is a fit then you MUST see Scott.
After a Q&A he’ll see
Monos ONE on ONE
7:30 — KATHARINA EGGMANN – Director of Primetime Casting East Coast, CBS.  We are delighted to welcome Katharina for another powerhouse seminar since
joining CBS primetime.  Katharina’s past projects include: Casting Director for both Law & Order: Criminal Intent and Law & Order: Trial by Jury; the feature films Freedom
Writers (NY seach), Riding in Cars With Boys and The Emperor’s Club, the indie features Marconi Bros and Confess; and other TV series: Queens Supreme, The Sopranos
(Season #1) and The Jamie Kennedy Experiment.  Katharina ONLY wants to meet experienced actors who she has not seen in the previous year!  Katharina ONLY wants
to meet experienced actors who she has not seen in the previous year!  LIMITED ENROLLMENT. $10 Surcharge.
After a mandatory Q & A she’ll see Cold Paired Scenes PRIVATELY
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6:00 — JACK DOULIN — Casting Director, New York Theatre Workshop. Jack has been the Casting Director at New York Theatre Workshop for eight years. Upcoming
NYTW productions include The Misanthrope, Beckett Shorts (4 one-acts), Things of Dry Hours and The Sound and the Fury. Past NYTW casting credits include Tony
Kushner’s Homebody/Kabul, Caryl Churchill’s Far Away (dir. Stephan Daldry) and A Number, Amy Freed’s The Beard of Avon, Ivo von Hove’s production of Hedda Gabler
and Alan Ball’s All That I Will Ever Be. Other New York credits include Living Room in Africa, Orange Flower Water, The Persians, Sabina and Uncle Vanya (with Julianne
Moore and Wallace Shawn). Regional credits include productions at The Goodman Theatre, Hartford Stage, The American Repertory Theatre, Seattle Rep, The Chautauqua
Theatre Company and Pig Iron Theatre. Film work includes the forthcoming New Orleans, Mon Amour, directed by Michael Almereyda.
After a Q & A he’ll see
Short Contemporary Monos ONE on ONE
6:30 — MICHAEL GOLDEN — Agent, Bret Adams, Ltd.  We welcome Michael from one of NYC’s top “boutique offices” that has proven very fruitful for AC actors. Always
on the look out for new talent, Michael represents All Types-All Ethnicities for film, TV and theatre. Currently, he has clients on Broadway (Shrek, Billy Elliott, South Pacific,
Impressionism, August: Osage County) national tours (Wicked, Mamma Mia), TV (30 Rock, Gossip Girl, All 3 L&O’s), and film (The Accidental Husband, Cadillac Records,
Taking Woodstock). After a Q & A he’ll see
Monos/Songs ONE on ONE
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