WORKSHOPS
For more information on a workshop, including biographies of the speakers, click on the headline. To register online, click on the REGISTER link above.
WORKSHOP FEES
$45 -- Individual Sessions
$115 -- Three-Session Pass
$175 -- Five-Session Pass
PANELS
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. -- Grand Ballroom
Child Acting: Backstage with Broadway's Youngest Cast
With myriad challenges facing the development of the child actor, are you prepared to guide the career of your child? From Broadway's youngest production, 13, we find out how these young actors came to the production and the challenges presented in staging this unique show. From the Broadway production of 13: Sean Free, company manager; Mark Simon, casting director; Graham Philips, lead actor; Kathryn Philips, Graham's mother; and talent agent (name TBA).
12:30-2:00 p.m. -- Grand Ballroom
Filming in New York: Behind the Scenes with the Casting Directors
With so many new TV pilots and independent films being shot in New York this season, how do you become part of the "Lights! Camera! Action!" scene? This all heavy-hitter film and television casting director panel will share their inside knowledge and advice on getting seen and cast. Speakers include Marci Philips, ABC Casting; Todd Thaler, casting director, Todd Thaler Casting; Nadette Stasa, Commercial Casting Director; and Jonathan Strauss, casting director, Law & Order.
2:30-4:00 p.m. -- Grand Ballroom
The Director's Chair: A Conversation with New York's Directors
What's going on in the mind of your director? We talk with a group of the industries most successful directors about how they cast their shows, what their looking for, and what their relationships are to the actors they direct. Speakers include Austin Pendleton, Director At Large; Casey Childs, Primary Stages; Gabriel Barre; Neil Pepe, The Atlantic Theater; and Jonathan Silver.
4:30-6:30 p.m. -- Grand Ballroom
Actor's Lab: Rehearsing with Tony Winner Marian Seldes
Tony-winning actress Marian Seldes invites you to perform for her during this rare opportunity to show off your talents to one of the country's most revered and respected actresses. We also take some time to sit down and reflect with Ms. Seldes about her technique and inspiration as well as her advice for actors at all stages of their career.
MASTER SERIES
10:00-11:30 a.m. -- Lower Level
On Approaching a Role -- Acting Pros Define Their Technique
This panel features some of New York's most prestigious and respected acting coaches talking about their particular styles and approaches to acting. These acting techniques can allow the actor to make better creative choices that can expand your range and repertoire and will provide you the knowledge to better inhabit the roles you are looking for. Speakers include William Esper, William Esper Studios; Glenn Alterman, Glen Alterman Studios; Terry Schreiber, T. Schreiber Studios; Mary McCann, Atlantic Theater Studios; and Ron Burrus, Stella Adler Studios.
12:00-1:30 p.m. -- Lower Level
The Director's Master Class: ON STAGE with Karen Kohlhaas
This Master Class focuses on stage, and is presented by Karen Kohlhaas, Founding Member of Atlantic Theater Company. It involves participation by audience members and an opportunity to read sides from stage scripts (provided by Karen).
2:00-3:30 p.m. -- Lower Level
SOLD OUT! The Casting Director's Master Class: ON SCREEN with Todd Thaler
This Master Class focuses on film, and is presented by casting director Todd Thaler. It involves participation by audience members and an opportunity to read sides from film scripts (provided by the teacher).
4:00-5:30 p.m. -- Lower Level
The Casting Director's Master Class: IN COMMERCIALS with Nadette Stasa
This Master Class focuses on commercials, and is presented by Nadette Stasa, Commercial CD and Acting Coach, Strickman-Ripps Casting. It involves participation by audience members and an opportunity to read commercial copy (provided by the teacher).
INTENSIVES
10:00-11:30 a.m. -- Balcony 1
SOLD OUT! Auditioning for Film and TV: The How-To's of Winning a Role
Learn the steps you need to take and the preparation you have to do to being successful in the film and TV industry in New York. Speaker: Marci Phillips, ABC Evening Casting Director.
12:00-1:15 p.m. -- Balcony 1
On-Camera Technique: Perfect Your Performance
This interactive class will be a demonstration of the ways to prepare for on-camera performance, a discussion of what to expect when doing a role for television or film, and a chance for participants to read sides from scripts for critique and adjustments. Speaker: Acting coach Larry Conroy.
1:45-3:00 p.m. -- Balcony 1
Internet Boom -- Is Success Just a Point and Click Away?
This class will focus on the opportunities for access and exposure available to them through the Internet as well as developing name recognition and networking opportunities for the actor. Speakers include Brett Pully, CEO, NewYork.com; Kevin Urban and Jodie Bentley, The Savvy Actor; Michael Salort, Producer of web series, In Men We Trust; and Mark Friedlander, Head of New Media, SAG.
3:30-4:45 p.m. -- Balcony 1
Hitting the Right Notes: How to Get a Callback at a Musical Theatre Audition
Preparation and flexibility are two necessities to a successful musical audition. In this session you'll learn how to make the most of your audition. Speaker: Michael Cassara, Musical Casting Director.
5:15-6:30 p.m. -- Balcony 1
Sight Unseen: Taking Part in the Many Voiceover Opportunities
The voiceover market is a lucrative one. This session focuses on radio and TV commercials and other avenues while emphasizing the techniques and strategies for taking your career to a higher level. Speaker: Terri Apple, Voiceover Coach.
FOCUS SESSIONS
10:00-11:00 a.m. -- Balcony 2
Funny Ha Ha?: Improv from Process to Product
This class imparts the technique for approaching and performing improv, whether it's for stage, film, or television. Speakers include Ryan Karels, Shannon O'Neill, and Lennon Parham from Upright Citizens Brigade.
11:15 a.m. -12:15 p.m. -- Balcony 2
What's Right With This Picture? Making Your Photo and Resume Count
Your picture and resume is your calling card to the industry. Bring your pic/resume with you to this session and get the chance to have it critiqued by our industry expert. Speakers include Jack Menashe, agent/owner, Independent Artists Agency; Paul Russell, Casting Director; and Chris Macke, Chris Macke Photography.
12:30-1:30 p.m. -- Balcony 2
The Ins and Outs of Starting Your Dream Company
This panel of experts takes you through the process of starting your own theater company and will guide you through the first steps of placing your career firmly in your own hands. Speakers include Benjamin Brandow, Lawyer for Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts; Lisa Stevenson, Lead Consultant, Art New York; Carol Ostrow, Producing Director, The Flea Theater; and Kori Schneider, Executive Director, IRT Theater.
2:00-3:00 p.m. -- Balcony 2
The Art of Being Yourself: Reality TV and Hosting
New opportunities abound in the new frontiers of television. But how does one succesfully communicate being themselves to an audience? This class takes a look at honing the actors ability to simply "be themselves." Speakers include Philip Galinsky and Robert Galinsky.
3:30-4:30 p.m. -- Balcony 2
SOLD OUT! Agents: How to Get Them; What to Do with Them
Had trouble finding an agent? Join three agents form some of the industries top agencies to find out how to make yourself acquainted with agents in the in the theater, film and TV industry and find out what they can do for you.
4:45-6:00 p.m. -- Balcony 2
Joining the Unions: The When, Why, and How
As with so much in acting, timing is everything when joining Equity, SAG, or AFTRA. Is now the right time for you? When is it better to stay nonunion? Speakers include Tom Miller, Actors Equity; Patricia Smith, SAG; and Victoria Pistone, AFTRA.
