In Person: MUSICAL THEATER AGENT NIGHT - Showcase to 3 NYC Agencies

Thursday, July 30, 2026, 7pm ET / 4pm PT

In Person in NYC!

Here's your chance to Showcase to THREE NY agencies in that represent talent for Musical Theater. 

You'll 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.

For this showcase, please prepare TWO contrasting 16-bar cuts.

This panel includes:

- Zach Earnest, Gray Talent Group - Bi-Coastal Agency!

- Eric Leiggi, The Mine

- Barry Kolker, Carson-Kolker Organization

*Please note that Guests are subject to change.

Accompanist will be provided.

Please note that this in person seminar will be at:

Pearl Studios NYC
500 8th Avenue, 3rd, 4th and 12th floors
(between 35th and 36th)

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

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.

WHAT TO PREPARE:

For this Agent Showcase, please prepare TWO contrasting 16 bar cuts. Please bring your book. An accompanist will be provided.

Payment:

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

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

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

**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.**

Zach Earnest

Zach Earnest is an associate at Gray Talent Group’s New York Theater department, which he joined in 2024 after working for the Stewart Talent agency for two years.

He is a graduate of Emerson College’s Visual Media Arts program, and a proud member of the Emerson mafia. He has directed two short films—Ipswich and The Lost Son that earned accolades from The Garden State Film Festival and Austin Film Festival respectively. It was on these sets that he realized his passion for working with actors and crafting compelling performances.

He uses his experience from working in Hollywood to assist clients in booking roles both on and off of Broadway, and is deeply passionate about enshrining creativity and artistry in New York theater. When he isn’t on the clock, you can usually find Zach biking around Manhattan or getting roasted in the front row and a stand-up comedy show!

Barry Kolker

Barry Kolker has been in the talent agency business for 35 years. Barry and his associates, Tory Wilmoth and Skye Boomer, represent adults, children and teens for theater, film and television.

This season they had clients on Broadway in Beaches, Joe Turner's Come And Gone, Chess and Ragtime. Currently, they have clients on Broadway in The Lion King, The Lost Boys and Hamilton.

Clients are on tour in The Sound Of Music, Beetlejuice, Hamilton and & Juliet.

Barry currently has four clients who are series regulars. Matthew Lamb is on High Potential, Aliyah Mastin is on Paradise, Emmy Liu-Wang will be seen on Hollywood Arts and Levi Chrisopulos will be seen on Percy Jackson & The Olympians.

Clients' film credits include The Life Of Chuck, Playdate, Tiny Fugitives, The Optimist: The Bravest Act Is Truth, Lost On A Mountain In Maine, Little Brother, Animals, and The Best Christmas Pageant Ever.

Barry has a B.F.A. in Acting from LIU/C.W. Post.

Eric Leiggi

Established in 2007, The Mine Agency is one of New York’s most sought after boutique talent agencies. The Mine represents a curated list of both emerging and established talent on Broadway, National Tours, Regional Theatre, Television and Film.

Focusing on cultivating unique talent, our highly experienced team offers individualized attention, compassion and guidance to each of our clients.