My theater company,
The Seeing Place, is excited to announce its sixth Industry Scramble and Mixer/Party!
This 2-part event is designed to a) give actors much needed face-time with content creators who are casting projects and making art happen NOW, and b) be a rocking' party where those who love theater and actors will some together to make a big difference!
The incredible industry professionals are donating their time for this event. So every penny contributed is able to be earmarked to make a huge impact on our theatrical community.
DATE & LOCATION:
Monday, June 22, 2015 - 7pm-11pm
Scramble Slots between 7-9:30pm, Mixer from 7pm-10:45pm
LOCATION:
Studios 353
353 West 48th St, 2nd Floor - Studio 4 (check-in)
COST:
$30 - Industry Scramble + Mixer (tickets required, scroll below to purchase)
If you'd like to attend just the mixer, it's a $5 cash cover at the door, with $5 drinks or a $20 open bar bracelet.
All proceeds go to benefit The Seeing Place, a non-profit, ensemble driven (actor run!) theater company based in Kips Bay (on the east side of Manhattan.)
Click to learn about our
Capital Campaign.
About Part 1) THE 'SCRAMBLE'
During our Scramble, actors will get a chance to meet one on one for an individual "date" with 10 up-and-coming producers, writers, and directors who are casting for stage, film, commercials and industrials. Guests may also include casting directors, agents and day jobs that hire actors! Tickets are only $30 for this exclusive part of the event.
CONFIRMED INDUSTRY (subject to change):
• Conde Nast Entertainment: Lauren Bennett (Casting Director)
• Wilderness Films: Filmmaking Team Cornelia Ravenal (Screenwriter, Lyricist, Producer) & Mikael Sodersten (Director)
• Shakespeare Anywhere: Lila Smith (Founder) who hires actors to perform sonnets & scenes at corporate events
• Your NYC Concierge: Phil Lakin (Founder) who hires actors to teach tourists about the best events in NYC
• Xavmax Multimedia Productions: Vincent Veloso (Producer/Writer)
• Polyphony Creative: Phil Newsom and Lanie Zipoy (Producers)
...plus 4 more Scramble guests TBA!
Click for tickets here.
Note: To guarantee face time with all industry guests, Scramble slots are limited and will be assigned after your purchase. If you have a specific time slot request, please leave that in the comments section of your payment and we'll accommodate requests on a first come, first served basis.
All participants will receive a confirmation before the event with final details and up-to-date industry list.If buying on the day of the event, please email in advance to secure your slot:
outreach@seeingplacetheater.com then arrive at 7pm with $30 cash and 10 headshots & resumes.
While at the event, we invite you to arrive early and join in the mixer (while waiting for your time), which you can rejoin when your round robin is complete!
About Part 2) THE MIXER
Throughout the evening we also have a networking mixer where actors, directors, writers, photographers, editors, teachers, and other industry professionals can hob-nob and network. $5 cover gets you into the party, with $5 specialty cocktails, or donate $20 and get an OPEN BAR bracelet!
Also included:
• Dancing & merriment with our ensemble members
• Discounted Pre-sale Tix for BOY GETS GIRL and BOYS' LIFE
• ...and an Actor-Focused RUMMAGE SALE! Browse through plays, DVDs, cast albums, dance shoes, acting books and other items and make your best offer! All items available for a small donation.
TESTIMONIALS FROM INDUSTRY & ACTORS:
"I just wanted to thank you for inviting me to be a part of the Industry Scramble last night. It was a lot of fun, and I met some very enthusiastic, ready for work actors! Thank you for your time, attention and effort to make this event possible!" - Joe Whelski, Producer
"This is one of - if THE best networking event I've attended. I made real connections. Thanks!" - Heather Cambanes, Actor
"I had a marvelous time at tonight's Scramble. Met and chatted with ten potential job creators. Had a beer. Or two. Thank you. What I really like about TSP's fundraising activities are the value-added things. We do something for you, you do something for us. Bravo!" - Einar Gunn, Actor
Click for tickets here.
Questions? Email
outreach@seeingplacetheater.com
Learn more about The Seeing Place by visiting
our website.
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Erin Cronican's career as a professional actor and career coach has spanned the last 25 years in New York City, Los Angeles and San Diego. She has appeared in major feature films and on television, and has done national tours of plays and musicals. She has worked in the advertising & marketing departments of major corporations, film production companies, theater magazines, and non-profit acting organizations. To learn more, check out http://www.theactorsenterprise.org.
