Benefit Talent Agent workshop with Three Top NYC Commercial Agents

Please note that all proceeds from this class will be donated to actor Joe Narciso's team, JOE TEAM, in the Unity Walk for Parkinson's disease. Joe Narciso is an actor who has been battling Parkinson's disease for over a decade.

See his full story here: http://www.unitywalk.org/weblog/?p=1811

You will present yourself by reading copy in the relaxed and fun environment that Brooke and Mary provide. All of the agents in attendance are at the top commercial agencies in New York City and receive breakdowns on every commercial casting happening in the city.

The evening will start with a short interview followed by 1 piece of commercial copy, provided in advance. Feedback and re-direction is given by the talent agents and it's followed by an open Q&A discussion. The agents will also weigh-in on your headshot and offer their honest opinions. This is the workshop for you if you are looking for representation. You must have 3 headshots and resumes to attend. Beverages and snacks will be provided.

Brooke & Mary say: "In honor of Joe we, along with the agents, are offering this workshop in support of his battle with Parkinson's. Sign up fast. Our agent workshops are a favorite of past students, many of whom get sent out on auditions or even signed after this event. If you've taken previous introductory classes and want to showcase your skills and meet some of the premier talent agents in New York City, then this workshop is right for you."

Note: This class is held in a studio at House Casting, but is not affiliated with them.

Date: Thursday, May 1, 2014 from 6:15pm - 8:15pm

Location: House Casting, 450 W 15th Street, Suite 202

Cost: $99.00

Your Hosts: Brooke & Mary

Class size limited to 15 students

About Your Instructors

Phil Cassese

Talent Agent, Stewart Talent

Phil is the senior on-camera commercial agent at Stewart Talent. Phil previously held the same position at TalentWorks, where he spent years developing a highly competitive roster of talent. After spending several years in the music industry and personal management, Phil was recruited to helm the commercial division of TalentWorks. Prior to working for TalentWorks Mr. Cassese successfully created a commercial division at a small theatrical agency. Phil's interest in comedy led him to develop a strong roster of improvisers and comedic actors. He works on and has booked a wide array of commercial projects including multi-faceted campaigns to smaller niche projects.

Stacye Mayer

Talent Agent, WSM

After an illustrious career at Paradigm Talent Agency where Stacye Mayer had represented a diverse roster of actors, she is embarking on a new endeavor at Webb Sweeney Murphy Talent Agency. Over the years she's seen the rise & success of many actors' careers. Some of the numerous commercials she's booked were Red Barron Pizza, Maryland Lottery, Tide, Longhorn Steakhouse & RockStar Video Games. At WSM talent, Stacye will be expanding their roster and cultivating new talent to bring into the agency.

Mary Egan Callahan (Host)

Casting Director, House Casting

Brooke Thomas (Host)

Casting Director, Brooke Thomas Casting

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this right for me? Who should take classes and workshops in the Casting Loop?

From real people to real actors, Casting Loop instructional offerings are for people who are looking to book television commercials and TV programming. Our classes, workshops and events fill up with everyone from curious, unsigned, non-union aspirers looking to get into the business to established actors looking to improve and hone their performance techniques for commercial and TV auditions. While actors, comedians, and improv artists consistently sign up to our classes, we have many, many people from all walks of life, like doctors, lawyers, assistants, housewives, athletes, business professionals, art dealers, etc., etc., etc.

Who has taken these type classes in the past?

Thousand of our students have taken classes and we see them appearing on ad spots, television shows and film everyday. Some who went on to train for commercials (usually before they got popular) via our class and then rose up the entertainment ladder include: Ben Schwartz (House of Lies), Nick Kroll (The Kroll Show, The League), Aubrey Plaza (Parks and Recreation, Safety Not Required), Bayne Gibby and Jason Mantzoukas (Enlightened), Ed Helms (Daily Show, The Office,The Hangover), Adam Pally (Happy Endings), Jessica St. Clair (Best Friends Forever, Bridesmaids), Rob Huebel (Human Giant, Adult Swim series Childrens Hospital) Michael Nathanson (Side Effects), Kate McKinnon (SNL), Pete Holmes (voice of the E-Trade baby and soon to be host of The Midnight Show with Pete Holmes). ...This is a very small partial list! ...And maybe you’ve seen people in ads that you didn’t know were past students such as comedian Coleman Green (Cablevision pink pixel), actress/songstress Nadia Quinn (Yoplait yogurt), Sara Megan Thomas (wrote and starred in the movie Backwards), Jim Connelly (Amtrak and many other ads). This list goes on and on...

What is your refund policy?

Plans change, we get it. If you book a job or something else comes up we'll try to resell your seat if you notify us 7 or more days prior to the start of the class or workshop. (Go to "Contact Us" to let us know.) But if it's a 7 day or less notice and we can't fill your seat, we won't be able to refund.

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