In Person: LEGIT AGENT NIGHT - Showcase to 3 NYC Agencies

Tuesday, April 23, 2024, 6:30pm ET / 3:30pm PT

In Person!

Showcase to THREE legit agencies that represent for film, TV and theater in NYC and get immediate feedback on your performance so you can continue to make smarter and more powerful choices in this ever-changing career.

You'll also receive written feedback that will be given to you after the event to provide even more clarity on your work.

 

This panel includes:

- Michele Cavalero, Take 3 Talent - FIRST TIME GUEST!

- Melissa Rakiro, Eris Talent Agency - FIRST TIME GUEST!

- Nicole Wichinsky, Stewart Talent NY

*Please note that Guests are subject to change.

Please note that this in person showcase will be at:

Pearl Studios NYC

You will be emailed your assigned studio the morning of your event.

Pearl Studios has two addresses:

500 8th Avenue, 3rd and 4th floors
and across the street
519 8th Avenue, 12th floor
(between 35th and 36th)

All studios labeled with numbers are at 500 8th Avenue, 3rd and 4th floors.
All studios labeled with letters are at 519 8th Avenue, 12th floor.

EVENT OVERVIEW:

This in-person event will start with a 20-30 minute Q&A with everyone in the studio.

Afterwards, you will be showcasing to the panel by appointment. Q&A is optional to attend but we recommend.

You’ll be given your appointment times in advance in EST.

Please show up at least 10-15 minutes before your scheduled time, and please be aware that timing issues can occur but your host will keep you updated while you are waiting.

We kindly ask that you do not request to alter your appointment time.

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WHAT TO PREPARE:

Please follow the procedures listed below:

• Please update your headshot and fill out the MY INFO section of your AC account upon registration.

• The room will be open 30 minutes before the event is scheduled to start. Please arrive at least 10 MINUTES before your event begins as your host will give important information about the event at this time.

Additional Information:

Our online office hours are 9am-6pm Monday-Friday

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**Please keep in mind that all programs at Actors Connection are for educational and professional development purposes. Participating in any class or event is not a promise of employment.**

Michele Cavallero

Michele joined the Take 3 Talent Team in March 2022! A graduate of Emerson College, Michele has always had a passion for the entertainment industry, beginning her career as a musical theater performer and dance teacher.

Prior to joining Take 3, Michele worked at About Artists Agency in NYC, interned at McCorkle Casting, CED, Boston Casting, and McDonald/Selznick Associates in Los Angeles.

Michele’s love for theater also led her to a 10-year career in Event Planning. She found that planning “once in a lifetime” events was truly as exciting as performing. Some of Michele’s career highlights include: The Tony Awards, The NYC Marathon, The Imagen Awards, The Drama Desk Awards, Kid’s Night on Broadway, Meet the Tony Nominee’s Press Junket and a countless number of weddings and corporate events.

Michele brings her knowledge as a performer, organization as an Event Planner and love of the industry to Take 3 Talent and is honored to be part of the team.

Nicole Wichinsky

New to Stewart Talent, Nicole joins the team after 15 years with DGRW. 

Her background in acting, directing, and casting gives her solid knowledge to handle clients in theatre, film, and television.

Nicole has placed clients on Broadway (The Inheritance, Mean Girls, Hadestown, Frozen) on tour (Wicked, Anastasia, Hello Dolly), TV and Film (The Blacklist, SVU, God Friended Me, See, Instinct, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, West Side Story, Stillwater).

Melissa Rakiro

A graduate of Temple University as a double major in musical theater and film, Melissa worked as an actor before joining Eris Talent.

Working alongside Amy Lord for the past four years, she's helped to develop the NY theatrical division of Eris. Daily tasks as a junior agent include: reviewing talent, reels, broadway material as well as pitching and submitting on breakdowns.