Actor

** Registration for this event will open on Friday, May 30 at 10 AM PT **

Deadline to RSVP is Jun. 11 at 12 noon PT.

Location: SAG-AFTRA Plaza, 2nd Floor Classroom 
           5757 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 220 
           Los Angeles, CA 90036

Description:

Join the SAG-AFTRA L.A. Conservatory for Freeing Your Natural Instincts with Cold Reads & Self-Tapes!

Dive into your natural reactions through class exercises that focus on organic processes and strip away any vices that could be holding you back while allowing you to break down a script in five minutes to align your thinking with the person hiring you: the director. Learn to work strategically and authentically as you uncover formulas that ensure strong choices so you can stand out and book.

Directions:
Attendees are encouraged to bring a notebook or laptop for note taking. Please dress in comfortable clothing that would allow for movement.

Questions? Email conservatory@sagaftra.org.

These workshops are only open to paid-up SAG-AFTRA Los Angeles Conservatory members in good standing, no guests allowed. All performers under the age of 18 must be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian.

These workshops are not intended to imply an endorsement of any individual or company by SAG-AFTRA. The information provided through these workshops 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 workshop.

ADA requests may be included on your RSVP form below. Please note that ADA requests must be received 72 hours before the start of the event.
 

** Registration for this event will open on Thursday, May 22 at 10 AM PT**

Deadline to RSVP is Jun. 2 at 12 noon PT.

Location: SAG-AFTRA Plaza, 2nd Floor Classroom, 
           5757 Wilshire Blvd. Suite 220, Los Angeles, CA 90036

Description:

Join the SAG-AFTRA L.A. Conservatory for On-Camera Drama & Comedy Class!

Students will learn how to make bold, creative choices to truly inhabit a character and bring the words on the page to life. This deep dive into emotions, relationships, obstacles and objectives will help open up the actor to spontaneity and working moment-to-moment. Putting all these tools together will allow them to book more work in television and film.

Members can choose sides from the following database:

• Conservatory Sides

Directions:
Please choose and prepare one scene as if for an audition. This means totally prepared, dressed for the part, off-book and adapted for a taped audition environment. Bring two copies of the sides, one for yourself and the other highlighted for the reader. Bring a flash drive or SD card if you'd like to take the takes home with you.

Questions? Email conservatory@sagaftra.org.

These workshops are only open to paid-up SAG-AFTRA Los Angeles Conservatory members in good standing, no guests allowed. All performers under the age of 18 must be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian.

These workshops are not intended to imply an endorsement of any individual or company by SAG-AFTRA. The information provided through these workshops 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 workshop.

ADA requests may be included on your RSVP form below. Please note that ADA requests must be received 72 hours before the start of the event.
 

** Registration for this event will open on Tuesday, May 27 at 10 AM PT **

Deadline to RSVP is June 6 at 12 noon PT.

Location:  SAG-AFTRA Plaza, Frank Maxwell Room 
           5757 Wilshire Blvd. 
           Los Angeles, CA 90036

Description:

Join the SAG-AFTRA L.A. Conservatory for Script Analysis - The Key to Understanding the Craft of Acting and the Actors Role!

Attendees will get a clear and dynamic understanding of a script analysis system used by professional actors of every level and applicable to everything from a commercial audition to multiple seasons of television work or a full feature film.

The course will cover core script analysis concepts including "what we owe vs. what can we create", "the power of discoveries and decisions instead of beats", "understanding the notecard on the writing room wall" and more.

Attendees will explore the benefits and support of auditioning, prepping booked work and performing finished work with sound script analysis as the key tool for unlocking their potential, creating an intimate understanding of their character, the moment and fully realizing their unique and specific role in the creative storytelling process.

Directions:
Attendees must bring a notebook or laptop for note taking, a printed out copy of a scene that has proven challenging from a previous audition or completed project and are recommended to wear comfortable clothing for learning and some light grounding movement.

Questions? Email conservatory@sagaftra.org.

These workshops are only open to paid-up SAG-AFTRA Los Angeles Conservatory members in good standing, no guests allowed. All performers under the age of 18 must be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian.

These workshops are not intended to imply an endorsement of any individual or company by SAG-AFTRA. The information provided through these workshops 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 workshop.

ADA requests may be included on your RSVP form below. Please note that ADA requests must be received 72 hours before the start of the event.
 

You must have already taken Scene Study Masterclass #1 to take this course.

Once you are registered for the initial course on Tuesday, May 6, you are automatically registered for this class.

Location: SAG-AFTRA Plaza, 2nd Floor Classroom 
           5757 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 220 
           Los Angeles, CA 90036

Description:

This is a six-week course.

You must be available for the following dates in order to take this course:

• Tuesday, May 6 from 9 a.m.  12 p.m. PT
• Monday, May 12 from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. PT
• Tuesday, May 20 from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. PT
• Tuesday, May 27 from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. PT
• Tuesday, June 3 from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. PT
• Tuesday, June 10 from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. PT
   

Join the SAG-AFTRA L.A. Conservatory for Scene Study Masterclass!

This course is designed to help the actor develop a process that gives them clear-cut results in the audition room, on set and on the stage, to aid in getting in touch with the emotional center, make strong choices that elevate the material and get them noticed.

Like all great actors they will learn to bring themselves to the role and trust their instincts, all while getting in touch with themselves as an actor, an artist and an individual.

Directions: Actors are required to bring a notebook to class, memorize lines and work outside of class to ensure they come prepared. It is recommended you wear clothing appropriate to the scene work assigned, arrive to class warmed up and ready to work. 

Actors are recommended to read books such as Acting: The 1st 6 Lessons by Richard Boleslawski for this class series. 

Questions? Email conservatory@sagaftra.org.

This workshop is only open to paid-up SAG-AFTRA Los Angeles Conservatory members in good standing. No guests allowed. All performers under the age of 18 must be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian.

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

ADA requests may be included on your RSVP form below. Please note that ADA requests must be received 72 hours before the start of the event.
 

You must have already taken Scene Study Masterclass #1 to take this course.

Once you are registered for the initial course on Tuesday, May 6, you are automatically registered for this class.

Location: SAG-AFTRA Plaza, 2nd Floor Classroom 
           5757 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 220 
           Los Angeles, CA 90036

Description:

This is a six-week course.

You must be available for the following dates in order to take this course:

• Tuesday, May 6 from 9 a.m.  12 p.m. PT
• Monday, May 12 from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. PT
• Tuesday, May 20 from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. PT
• Tuesday, May 27 from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. PT
• Tuesday, June 3 from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. PT
• Tuesday, June 10 from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. PT
   

Join the SAG-AFTRA L.A. Conservatory for Scene Study Masterclass!

This course is designed to help the actor develop a process that gives them clear-cut results in the audition room, on set and on the stage, to aid in getting in touch with the emotional center, make strong choices that elevate the material and get them noticed.

Like all great actors they will learn to bring themselves to the role and trust their instincts, all while getting in touch with themselves as an actor, an artist and an individual.

Directions: Actors are required to bring a notebook to class, memorize lines and work outside of class to ensure they come prepared. It is recommended you wear clothing appropriate to the scene work assigned, arrive to class warmed up and ready to work. 

Actors are recommended to read books such as Acting: The 1st 6 Lessons by Richard Boleslawski for this class series. 

Questions? Email conservatory@sagaftra.org.

This workshop is only open to paid-up SAG-AFTRA Los Angeles Conservatory members in good standing. No guests allowed. All performers under the age of 18 must be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian.

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

ADA requests may be included on your RSVP form below. Please note that ADA requests must be received 72 hours before the start of the event.