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04/01/2022

The Business: Memorization for Performers

"Whether it’s prepping for a last-minute audition, a Shakespearean soliloquy, or delivering complex technical, medical, and legal jargon, performers need a nimble memory." Check out this SAG-AFTRA Foundation panel for some tips on how to strengthen your memory muscle. http://ow.ly/B7FF50IoOMm

SYNOPSISWhether it’s prepping for a last-minute audition, preparing a Shakespearean soliloquy, or delivering complex technical, medical, and legal jargon, pe...

04/01/2022

MEMBER DISCOUNT: TV's biggest stars from the hottest shows are in person for the next week at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood. Save 10% off ticket prices for the annual The Paley Center for Media PaleyFest LA!

Go to paleyfest.org or https://www.paleycenter.org/events/paleyfest-2022/ hit the unlock icon in the upper right corner before you make your seat selections and then type in discount code PFSAGAFTRA22

04/01/2022

I Support Grocery Workers / Apoyo a Trabajadores de Supermercado - UFCW 770

I Support Grocery Workers / Apoyo a Trabajadores de Supermercado - UFCW 770

Español I Support Grocery Workers What are grocery workers fighting for? Fair wages Safe stores Better staffing Grocery workers showed up during the pandemic and kept our communities fed while struggling to feed our own families. The grocery corporations profited, with Ralphs, Vons, and Albertsons ...

03/31/2022

#SAGAFTRAmembers spent the day with local union leaders at the LA County Federation of Labor's 2022 Workers Congress

03/31/2022

The Art of Portraying Danger: Action Safety for Actors & Stunt Performers | MOVE Panel

Want to learn about safety on set? Here's a MOVE LA panel that examined the art of action and on-set safety, focusing on the symbiotic relationship between actor and stunt performer. Members learned how to collaborate with directors and stunt coordinators to look amazing but, most importantly, to be safe. http://ow.ly/1yWs50IoOK4

The Members Organizing Volunteer Efforts (MOVE) Los Angeles Committee presented this special panel of stunt performers, stunt coordinators, executive produce...

03/30/2022

Helping kids cope in challenging times: 4 helpful tips - Beacon Lens

#WellnessWednesday "Everyday life can feel overwhelming to even the strongest adult. It’s not surprising then, that children often have a difficult time understanding – much less coping – with modern stressors." Here are 4 helpful tips for helping kids cope in challenging times: http://ow.ly/er7150IoOux

Everyday life can feel overwhelming to even the strongest adult. It’s not surprising then, that children often have a difficult time understanding – much less coping – with modern stressors. Acts of violence, the threat of school shootings, civic unrest and anxiety about COVID-19 are just a fe...

03/29/2022

Here Are the Best Body Language Exercises for Actors

#TipTuesday Have you been practicing any body language exercises? "Just as a guitar player or bassoonist needs to constantly fine-tune their instrument, you need to do the same." http://ow.ly/mzxf50IoOrC

What you do on the outside can say so much about what’s happening inside.

03/29/2022

Thank you California Assembly Labor Committee Chair Ash Kalra, Assemblyman Heath Flora, Reggie Jones-Sawyer, Majority Leader, Assemblymember Eloise Gómez Reyes, Assemblymember Kelly Seyarto and Assemblymember Chris Ward for bringing forward the #CAFAIRAct (AB2926) and improving the lives of California workers and artists. #sagaftramembers

03/28/2022

Filmmaker Interview: SUJATA DAY of DEFINITION PLEASE - SAGindie

#motivationmonday "In an industry rife with gatekeeping, actor/filmmaker SUJATA DAY took the reins of her career by collaborating with like-minded artists and creating her own content. " Take a look at her interview with @SAGIndie earlier this year. http://ow.ly/4Upg50IoOpl

Actor/filmmaker Sujata Day talks to SAGindie about making her award-winning directorial debut feature film DEFINITION PLEASE.

03/25/2022

Does Your Child Actually Want to Act? Ask Them (and Yourself) These Questions

Has your child expressed interest in becoming an actor? Here are some tips from @backstage for how to find out if your kid is actually interested or not. http://ow.ly/kBqy50InhLJ

"The craft of acting looks like so much fun from the outside. [But] as a parent, have you ever really thought through what it takes to be a successful actor and what responsibilities you’ll have throughout this endeavor?"

It’s about more than just the fun of getting into character.

03/24/2022

Loop Groups: Advice On Working In Looping | MOVE: Unraveling The Mystery Panel

Interested in working in looping? Want some advice from voiceover actors working in the industry? Watch this MOVE LA panel for some tips on knowing your strengths, practicing your voices, and auditioning pointers! http://ow.ly/xLR750InhJi

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03/23/2022

Pride in Action (ET)

For LGBTQ+ performers looking for support and a safe space to explore your emotions about being LGBTQ+ in the entertainment industry, join @theactorsfund for a four-session support group starting next Weds Mar 30. For more info and to RSVP, visit https://actorsfund.org/workshops/pride-action-et

Return to Workshop Calendar Pride in Action (ET)Share this onTwitter FacebookPerforming Arts and Entertainment Professionals who identify as LGBTQ+ will have a welcoming and supportive environment to explore emotions about being LGBTQ+ in the entertainment industry and general workforce. This four-s...

03/22/2022

Scholarship Program | SAG-AFTRA Foundation

SAG-AFTRA Foundation's annual Dales-Heller Scholarship competition is still open for eligible SAG-AFTRA members/dependents. Don't miss your chance to apply! There are four types of scholarships granted for study at accredited schools. For more info, visit http://ow.ly/oye150InhoH

The 2022-2023 Scholarship application will open on December 1, 2021. The Scholarship application will close on May 31, 2022. No late applications will be accepted. There will

03/21/2022

Ryusuke Hamaguchi’s Top 10

Looking for some #MovieMonday inspiration? Check out Drive My Car Director Ryusuke Hamaguchi's Top 10 list from the Criterion Collection: http://ow.ly/wWmK50Inhm4

Ryusuke Hamaguchi’s Top10 Ryusuke Hamaguchi was born in 1978. He made his first major appearance on the global stage with Happy Hour, a 317-minute feature film that premiered at the Locarno International Film Festival and went on to win major awards at numerous festivals worldwide. He followed thi...

03/18/2022

Imposter Syndrome or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love Filmmaking

"The first time I [...] wrote a scene, I felt like the world had completely changed. I wasn’t looking at audition sides anymore, I was looking at something I actually created." Check out this article from writer/director/actor Emily Bennett. In it, she touches on having a hard time finding where she fit in, but has certainly hit her stride since. http://ow.ly/sK8s50IaNte

As a RADA-trained actress, Alone with You's Emily Bennett didn't fit in, but she's now found her place behind the camera.

03/18/2022

#CROWNAct

The time to end hair discrimination in the workplace and schools is now! Ask your Congressperson to pass the CROWN Act and take an important step in ending race-based hair discrimination. Find your representative here: https://bit.ly/3hipBCr

03/17/2022

Sweet Spot: Audition Strategy and Job Clarity | MOVE Panel

Do you still struggle with the process of auditioning? You're not alone. Check out this MOVE LA panel to learn about job clarity & strategy, and how to properly handle the auditioning process. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QUXZXI2rF8c

The MOVE LA committee hosted a panel about how to properly handle the auditioning process. Subscribe: http://bit.ly/subSAGAFTRA | Make sure to enable ALL pus...

03/16/2022

Breathe: LA County's Guaranteed Income Program will randomly select 1,000 eligible applicants to receive $1,000 a month for three years.

Applications start on March 31. To learn more, visit breathe.lacounty.gov or respira.lacounty.gov for Spanish.

03/16/2022

TIME & ENERGY: BALANCING THE MULTIPLE DEMANDS OF ART, WORK AND LIFE (ET)

Balancing the multiple demands of life, art and work can be a challenge for professionals in the performing arts and entertainment industry. If you're struggling to get through endless to-do lists while still staying focused on what is most important to you, join The Actors Fund for part 1 of this workshop on Mar 24: http://ow.ly/UiLJ50IaNh7

Return to Workshop Calendar TIME & ENERGY: BALANCING THE MULTIPLE DEMANDS OF ART, WORK AND LIFE (ET)Share this onTwitter FacebookPlease note your time zone: 10:00am - 12:00pm PT/ 12:00pm - 2:00pm CT / 1:00pm - 3:00pm ET PREREQUISITE: Must have attended The Career Center Orientation | Weekly on Monda...

03/15/2022

Loretta Devine, Larenz Tate, Lynn Whitfield & More Talk the Duality of Fame In Black Hollywood

#ICYMI The Hollywood Reporter recently hosted a panel on the Duality of Fame In Black Hollywood. "Loretta Devine, Sheryl Lee Ralph, Wendy Raquel Robinson, Larenz Tate and Lynn Whitfield open up about the power and privilege of being legends among Black fans and how the new Hollywood landscape is making entertainment both less segmented and less intimate." Watch it here: http://ow.ly/MJO950IaN9x

Loretta Devine, Sheryl Lee Ralph, Wendy Raquel Robinson, Larenz Tate and Lynn Whitfield open up about the power and privilege of being legends among Black fa...

03/15/2022

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03/14/2022

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Were you a young professional performer with earnings in 2000 or later? If so, check to see if there are unclaimed wages being held for you at unclaimedcoogan.org

03/14/2022

How Actors Can Recover From Triggering or Sexually Explicit Roles

"Have you ever taken on a character going through a lot of psychological turmoil? Did the set leave you feeling like an open wound?" Learn how to de-role in this article from @backstage. http://ow.ly/aXRF50IaMYg

An intimacy coordinator recounts the best practices for actors to take care of their mental health when leaving tough material behind.

03/11/2022

Ukraine Filmmakers Unite to Send Everything From Bulletproof Vests to Power Banks to Those Documenting War (EXCLUSIVE)

"Ukrainian filmmakers have mobilized quickly in their campaign to document Russia’s invasion of their country. While some are filming, others have taken up support roles to provide essential resources." Take a look at how some filmmakers are uniting in our #fridayreads pick for the week. http://ow.ly/ey1e50IaMJN

Ukrainian filmmakers have mobilized quickly in their campaign to document Russia’s invasion of their country. While some are filming, others have taken up support roles to provide essential resourc…

03/11/2022

Ukraine Filmmakers Unite to Send Everything From Bulletproof Vests to Power Banks to Those Documenting War (EXCLUSIVE)

"Ukrainian filmmakers have mobilized quickly in their campaign to document Russia’s invasion of their country. While some are filming, others have taken up support roles to provide essential resources." Take a look at how some filmmakers are uniting in our #fridayreads pick for the week. http://ow.ly/ey1e50IaMJN

Ukrainian filmmakers have mobilized quickly in their campaign to document Russia’s invasion of their country. While some are filming, others have taken up support roles to provide essential resourc…

03/10/2022

Resources | LGBTQ | 211LA

From advocacy & rights to housing & shelter, there are so many local resources that cater to our LGBTQ community. If you or someone you know could benefit from these resources, take a look at what's available here and pass it along: http://ow.ly/O0xX50IaMFs

COVID-19 / CORONAVIRUS INFORMATION AND RESOURCES - regularly updated, verified information, resources and assistance here

03/10/2022

03/09/2022

Making the Leap into Entrepreneurship - Passion, Purpose and Commitment (ET)

Have you ever considered working for yourself? Entrepreneurship continues to be a viable option for performing arts and entertainment professionals looking to earn additional income. Join The Actors Fund on Mar 24 for a workshop to help you get started. http://ow.ly/wfqi50IaMhK

Return to Workshop Calendar Making the Leap into Entrepreneurship - Passion, Purpose and Commitment (ET)Share this onTwitter FacebookWorkshop Hours: 12 pm ET / 11 am CT / 9 am PT Have you ever considered working for yourself? Entrepreneurship continues to be a viable option for performing arts and e...

03/09/2022

Do you know @sagaftra Pioneer Joyce Gordon?
She was the first Woman to serve as a @sagaftra Branch President and one of the most successful commercial and voice over performers of her generation.
#WomensHistoryMonth #IATSEWomenUp

03/08/2022

2022 Register

Calling all filmmakers 📢 The Easterseals Disability Film Challenge is now accepting submissions for their 2022 contest that addresses under-representation by giving filmmakers - with and without disabilities - the platform to creatively produce a short film in five days. This year's genre: SUPERHERO! Register now through Apr 4 http://ow.ly/kTcJ50IeswI

Provide Information and Register But first, have you read the rules? If so, please proceed. Please note: All films must be written, produced and edited only over the course of this year’s challenge, April 5-10, 2022. No previously filmed

03/08/2022

The Facts about Snacks

Sugary, salty, light or filling, snacks are a part of our lives. Check out @Labor411's list for some snack suggestions that are not only tasty, but are also made by companies that treat their workers fairly and give them a voice on the job. #unionstrong http://ow.ly/6Yhz50IaMfF

Snacks, those things we eat when it’s not quite mealtime. We all love them. We all crave them. Sugary, salty, light or filling, they are a part of our life. The calendar tells us that February is…

03/07/2022

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Unbiased, comprehensive, free. Join us for Every Artist Insured California for clear, step-by-step guidance on what your #CoveredCalifornia options are & how to get the most affordable coverage. RSVP: http://ow.ly/iB1x50I2pB2
#HealthInsurance #FreeWorkshop #OnlineWorkshop

03/07/2022

2021 Tax Updates for Entertainment Performers

Still need help with your taxes this year? Don't forget to join the President’s Task Force on Education Outreach and Engagement for a two-part update on everything you need to know before filing your 2021 taxes as an entertainment performer. http://ow.ly/G8Qx50IaM2G

Tax Updates for Entertainment Performers

03/04/2022

SAGindie Low Budget Film Contract Workshop

#IndieProducers Need help learning about Low Budget Contracts? Join SAGindie for a free virtual workshop on 3/11 to learn about the details of various low budget agreements, the SAG-AFTRA signatory process, current on-set COVID protocols and much more! RSVP here: http://ow.ly/nEbW50I3Lc9

Learn how to hire professional actors for your independent film at this monthly low budget contract workshop.

03/03/2022

W-2 Hotline Contacts | SAG-AFTRA

Are you missing a W-2 for a job you had in 2021? Contact your employers/payroll houses to request them. For contact info, visit http://ow.ly/R7eY50I3KV0 #TaxSeason

Missing a W-2 for a job you had in 2021? The following is payroll/W-2 information for all major theatrical productions.