ONLINE LEGIT AGENT NIGHT - Showcase to 3 NYC Agencies!

Monday, March 28, 2022, 6:30pm ET / 3:30pm PT

Looking for representation during a pandemic is no easy feat and you need feedback to make sure you are understanding how different people in the industry think about your skillset and marketability - that's why we are launching ONLINE AGENT SHOWCASES.

Showcase to THREE legit agencies 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 emailed to you 1-3 days after the event to provide even more clarity on your work.

This panel includes:

- Heather DeAngelo, UIA Talent

- Melody Goodell, Park Artists Group - New NY Talent Agency!

- Nicole Wichinsky, Stewart Talent NY

*Please note that Guests are subject to change.

What to Prepare:

For this showcase, please prepare a scene of choice that you feel best showcases your strengths as an actor. You can select a scene from the General Sides database (link located in your Actors Connection account upon registration), OR bring in your own 2-3 page scene. 

Please email jess@actorsconnection.com your scene choice AS AN ATTACHMENT (file should be labeled YourName_CHARACTER) by 5pm (EST) the DAY BEFORE the event.

 

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.**

Heather Young

Heather Young is a Junior Agent at UIA Talent Agency. Heather joined UIA in 2017 after interning with the company in 2016. She advocates for UIA’s theatrical artists primarily with casting directors in the film, television and theatre departments. Heather works hands-on with artists and casting representatives on a day-to-day basis serving as the submissions liaison representing artists throughout the casting and contracting process. Her actors can be seen on the big and small screen in projects including Law & Order, FBI, Euphoria, The Upside, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, Ocean’s 8, All The Queen’s Men, Bull, and WUTANG: An American Saga. Additionally, she is responsible for UIA’s Symphony Pops and concert booking division, internship program, public relations and marketing efforts, and social media platforms.

Prior to her full time position at UIA in 2018, Heather spent her time with Chaplin Entertainment, assisting with concert booking at venues and symphonies nationwide, and with Philip Citron Incorporated assisting with contract processing for popular artists at various venues along the east coast. Heather earned a Bachelor of Arts in Music from Ramapo College of New Jersey concentrating her training in mainstream music industry practices. Heather’s educational background makes her a unique addition to the UIA team as she contributes a different approach to the many facets of the UIA she is involved in.

Heather is currently spearheading UIA Talent's expansion into the Atlanta market, and is actively seeking Atlanta-based talent.

Nicole Wichinsky

Nicole Wichinsky is an acting coach and consultant with 20 years of experience as a theatrical talent agent in New York City. She started her career with 15 years at DGRW before moving on to spend 5 years at Stewart Talent. During this time, Nicole placed some of New York’s finest actors in films, television, Broadway shows and in theatres across the country. She also has a Bachelor's degree in Film from the University of Miami, and a Master's degree in Educational Theatre from New York University.

Aside from her career as an agent, Nicole has taught classes in business for actors, actor packaging, improvisation, acting, and audition technique, as well as working with university conservatory students across the country.

Melody Goodell

Melody loves actors and artists and has worked with them for over a decade.

She currently works in the NY office of Park Artists Group where she works with clients in the legit, theatrical, and commercial circuits.

Park Artist Group has operations in LA, SF, Southeast and NY.