Events
End: 04/27/2014 - 9:30pm
A complimentary audit of Aspiral Studio's ongoing scene study class is available for first time visitors in March and April. Geared towards film/TV actors, this class is designed to develop intuitive storytellers, and offers on-camera audition training and cold reading practice. Occasional guest instructors offer additional insight into the acting process, including commercial auditioning, Alexander Technique, and Linklater voice training.
End: 04/24/2014 - 5:00pm
The Screen Actors Guild Foundation is now accepting submissions from all states east of the Mississippi for its June 2014 NY Shorts Showcase – now in year five!
There is no entry fee, nor cost to attend the screening in New York City.
All shorts MUST be produced under a SAG-AFTRA union contract, and not run more than 20 minutes, including credits – no exceptions. Web series produced under a union contract are also eligible for consideration.
End: 04/26/2014 - 6:00pm
The Lau Lapides Company has partnered with local agents and casting directors to host a New England Industry Day. This is an incredible opportunity to work with, learn from, be seen as a working professional actor, voiceover, model, and print talent.
When: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. and 2-6 p.m., Saturday, April 26, 2014
Where: 149 Cedar Street, Suite One,
Wellesley, MA 02481
Please bring 6 copies of all of the following materials:
End: 04/26/2014 - 12:00pm
Filming in Massachusetts is a wonderful prospect for local filmmakers, producers, and performers, but a great deal at any budget. To further highlight the creative and financial advantages of independent filmmaking, IFFBoston (Independent Film Festival Boston 2014) will be hosting a Make It (Indie) in Mass panel. Find out all you need to know about applying for the state’s tax incentive, working with unions, and the differences between shooting documentaries vs. narratives.
End: 05/05/2014 - 7:00pm
The purpose of this conservatory is to teach actors everything they need to know about being on a film or TV set: rules, regulations, myths, and rumors of set life. This is a great opportunity to learn about what’s included in contracts as well as ways of protecting yourself during work.
Panel: SAG-AFTRA staff; Andrea Lyman
When: 7 p.m., Monday, May 5
Where: SAG-AFTRA Office
20 Park Plaza, Suite 822
Boston, MA 02116
Fee: $10
End: 06/02/2014 - 7:00pm
Are you overwhelmed trying to use social media? Are you unsure how to get Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and New England Actors to work for you? How do actors navigate these sites to their advantage? How should actors use social media to connect with casting and get work opportunities? What are the dos and don’ts of using social media?
