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Show Business & Your Comedy: Becoming a Working Actor

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  • 102 E Magnolia Blvd, Burbank, CA
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Show Business & Your Comedy Career: Becoming a Working Actor


How does a comic make the leap from the stage to the screen, and what's involved in crafting that aspect of one's career? In this 3-hour workshop, students will learn all about: INDUSTRY HIERARCHY The basic structure of the casting industry and production industry for television, films, theatre, commercials, and new media is examined and discussed. REPRESENTATION There are five basic fields of talent representation that all successful actors utilize during their careers. Agents are only one of these fields. We will discuss what all five categories are, what those representatives are legally allowed to do, what they really do, what they charge, who needs them, how to find them, and when to change them. WAGES AND MONEY MANAGEMENT This section will highlight the standard union rates for actors, and how the residual formulas work for different types of bookings. This will help provide students with realistic expectations of the potential income that can be made from an average rate of bookings in various media types. UNIONS AND REGULATIONS We discuss the most practical SAG-AFTRA regulations, as well as some relevant legal issues regarding work in the entertainment industry as an actor. We will reveal the underlying truths behind the Financial Core status, and the differences between franchised agencies and ATA member agencies in California. CONTRACTS Actors may be presented with several different types of contracts during their career, and this section will provide examples and explanations of several significant documents: talent representation agreements between actors and franchised agencies, ATA agencies, and management companies. MARKETING MATERIALS There are many modern marketing and submission tools available to actors that can help to promote a successful career. There are also numerous scams to avoid. Well reveal most of the productive sources, as well as warn artists about some wasteful options they may be tempted to spend money on.

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There are NO REFUNDS after purchase of a class. Students can request a credit or a roll over to the NEXT SESSION only. After the next session has started, only class credit can be given as a form of reimbursement.

In any event where a customer wants to cancel their enrollment and is eligible for a full refund, a 5% processing fee will be deducted from the refund amount.

In any event where a customer wants to cancel their enrollment and is eligible for a full refund, a 5% processing fee will be deducted from the refund amount.

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DBA Flappers University

At DBA Flappers University, we see comedy as a blend of talent and technique. We teach joke structure and comedy fundamentals, fostering personal authenticity and creativity in a supportive environment. Whether you're a working comedian or just want to have fun, we help you find your path to humor.

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