New! On-Camera COMMERCIAL IMPROV - 3 Week Online Class + AGENT SHOWCASE

Wednesday, December 1, 2021, 11am ET / 8am PT

Don't miss this new online class! Working with TOP Commercial CD Stacy Gallo, you'll fine tune your on-camera-commercial audition skills in a fun and relaxed virtual environment.

Many students from her previous classes have been called in and BOOKED National network spots as well as been signed with TOP NY Agencies!

The 3-week class is recommended for actors who feel comfortable reading commercial copy, are freelancing, getting sent out, or should be sent out for commercials. Most commercials these days require that an actor can improvise within that commercial, and we will work on taking a script and learning how to make it your own.

Week One: You will learn how to quickly interpret commercial scripts and bring out the best delivery you can. You will also be taught skills on how to feel and look comfortable in front of the camera and how to use improvisation to help enhance your performance. *Commercial copy will be provided before the first class*

Week Two: You will have scripts from the previous class to prepare for the following week's Showcase.

Week Three: Present your work, with Stacy in the room, to two popular NY Commercial Agents: Phil Cassese, Stewart Talent and Gina Manfredi, DDO NY
 

Please follow the procedures listed below:

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

• Arrive at least 10 MINUTES before your event is slated to start. Your host will give important information about the event at this time.

• Instructions and the ZOOM link for access to this online event will be emailed to you in advance. If you have not received the link by 12pm (EST) the day-of the event, please reach out to registration@actorsconnection.com at least one hour PRIOR to the start of class.

**Actors Connection classes and programming are for ADULTS (18+). With permission, some teens (14+) are allowed to take adult programming. To inquire about getting permission, please send an email to: info@actorsconnection.com**

**No recording of any kind is permitted by participants during class.**

**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.**

Stacy Gallo

Stacy Gallo has a casting career that has spanned over 20 years. She was handpicked by Bryan Buckley to start his in-house casting department for Hungry Man Production Company. She led the department for 7 years, before starting her own casting company in 2008. Today, Stacy Gallo Casting is one of the premiere casting offices in New York City.

Stacy has been successful in casting a variety of projects, including many national network commercials for notable directors and clients. Some of her award-winning commercial spots include: New York Lottery "Little Bit of Luck”, Febreeze, and Careerbuilder.com’s Superbowl Campaign.

Additionally, she has cast lauded short films garnering nominations and awards from the AICP Next, Shots Awards, The One Show, and The Webby’s. 

Aside from casting, Stacy has also taught at various learning institutions, including The Upright Citizens Brigade Theater of Improvisation. Upon the closing of the former, Stacy has expanded her classes online. She along with Phil Cassese of Stewart Talent, have adapted their popular UCB class to fit an online format.

For Stacy, casting is not “just a job.” She truly loves what she does and her passion stems from her appreciation for actors. 

“I love actors and enjoy finding them the perfect role. In doing this, we make our clients happy as well. It’s a win-win!”

Follow this link to view more about Stacy Gallo Casting

Philip Cassese

Phil Cassese is the senior on-camera commercial agent at Stewart Talent.  

Phil previously held the same position at TalentWorks, where he spent the last six 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.

Gina Manfredi

Gina Manfredi is the Director of the On-Camera department in New York City at DDO Artists Agency, where she represents actors for Television, Film, and On-Camera Commercials. 

Upon earning a degree in Arts Administration from Wagner College in New York City, she pursued a career in talent representation and has been on the team at DDO Artists Agency for nearly ten years. She is dedicated to the success of her clients and is enthusiastic about the opportunity to meet talent seeking representation. Gina is the 2019 recipient of the Heller Award for Commercial Agent of the Year.