SELF-TAPE COMEDY WORKSHOP WITH CD LESLIE WOLFF
JULY 24TH
Comedy Actors, This One Is For You!
Join acclaimed casting director and comedy talent expert Leslie Wolff for an exclusive self-tape workshop designed to help actors sharpen their comedic instincts, strengthen their audition technique, and learn what truly stands out in today's comedy landscape.
Leslie began her career in branded entertainment at a time when few people took the space seriously, before successfully expanding into television and feature films. Today, she runs a full-service management and production company representing an impressive roster of comedic and dramatic talent. In addition to managing working actors, Leslie is passionate about developing the next generation of performers through her workshop program and hands-on approach to talent development. Her process always begins with the script, helping actors uncover the story, make stronger choices, and bring authenticity to their work.
For this workshop, actors will submit a self-tape of their choice for review and feedback. This is an opportunity to receive honest, constructive insight on your comedic instincts, performance choices, self-tape technique, and overall presentation.
Submission Instructions:
Please submit one self-tape no longer than 2.5 minutes in length.
Label your file with your full name and send it to: sonya@creativeactingstudios.com
Deadline for submissions: July 19th.
WHEN : JULY 24TH / 11 am PST
WHERE : ZOOM.
TICKETS : $55
OBSERVE : $20
THE RENOWNED JUDITH BOULEY!
ACTORS INTENSIVE TALK 7/25
After an incredibly insightful and inspiring session, and with so many actors still eager to work with her, CAS is delighted to welcome CD Judith Bouley back for another masterclass!
Judy has worked with iconic directors: Peter Weir, Sam Mendes, Alan Parker, Robert Zemeckis and many others.Her co-workers include: Tom Hanks, Meryl Streep, Sir Anthony Hopkins, Colin Farrell, Julia Roberts, Leonardo DiCaprio and many more. For those who attend this workshop we will be sending out a gift from Judy, a 7 page booklet on Living consciously ~ on and off camera
This workshop / Talk will be limited to 8 participants only. We encourage actors to reserve an observational ticket for this masterclass!
With this masterclass our actors will learn to:
. Recognize Their Own Magnificence (enhance or create their daily life practice)
. Create Backstories (essential for any audition or role)
. Learn how our business works today. It's changed!
. Experience Scene Study - Have fun and go beyond their comfort zone - if you're not challenging yourself, you're missing out!
. How to 'Recognize Their Own Magnificence.
It's a blast!
She will give Sides and Story Synopsis - OR monologues - OR - Actors select their own scenes.
“I teach specifics on What is Happening NOW in our Industry: Auditioning for different platforms: Netflix, Amazon, Hulu, etc.
. I touch on: Reps, Reels and More, Self Taping essentials, Looking through the Lens of the DP: How the Camera sees the Actor”
Each participant will receive Judy Bouley’s four-page “Bible,” a must-have guide filled with her personal wisdom!
“My casting assignments have taken me all over the world. And, because I’ve never met a stranger this has given me the opportunity to build ‘families’ everywhere. I have cast in Mexico, Bulgaria, Morocco, India,Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Buenos Aires, Puerto Rico and the US. - Judith Bouley
Workshop Details:
Date: 7 /25
Time: 11 AM PT
Location: Zoom
Price: $55 Participate
SELF-TAPE WORKSHOP WITH RENOWNED CASTING DIRECTOR MARIBETH FOX!
JULY 31 / 11AM PT.
Connect with acclaimed cd Maribeth Fox and elevate your self-tape game, July 31st!
This is an opportunity to work directly with one of the industry’s most respected casting professionals and receive personalized feedback on your self-tape technique.
Submission Deadline:
Actors must submit a self-tape no longer than 2.5 minutes.
Maribeth Fox recently launched her own casting company after 16 incredible years with Laura Rosenthal Casting. She has collaborated with an array of visionary filmmakers and talent, including Todd Haynes, Paolo Sorrentino, Mindy Kaling, Joachim Trier, and Lisa Cholodenko.
Some of her most notable projects include:
A Quiet Place
Bottoms
Olive Kitteridge and Mildred Pierce (HBO)
Wonderstruck
A Different Man (Killer Films & A24)
Sundance favorites Late Night and Brittany Runs a Marathon
Her recent credits include Lone Wolf starring Bryan Cranston and Lily Gladstone, New Years Rev (produced by Green Day and Live Nation), and the upcoming The Family McMullen with Ed Burns.
WHEN : JULY 31 / 11 am PST
WHERE : ZOOM.
TICKETS : $55
OBSERVE : $20
NEW MEXICO’S RENOWNED CD MARIE McCASTER!
AUGUST 7TH
Join New Mexico Casting Director Marie McMaster for an exclusive self-tape workshop and receive personalized feedback on your tape from one of the Southwest's most respected casting professionals.
With nearly 20 years of casting experience, Marie has worked across studio blockbusters, independent films, and acclaimed television series for networks, cable, and streaming platforms. Her impressive credits include Better Call Saul, Stranger Things, Big Sky, Roswell, NM, News of the World, Godless, The Ballad of Buster Scruggs, Army of the Dead, Independence Day: Resurgence, Whiskey Tango Foxtrot, Midnight, Texas, Interrogation, and many more.
Known for her deep knowledge of the New Mexico film industry and her collaborative approach, Marie has built a reputation for discovering exceptional talent and connecting productions from around the world with the best actors New Mexico and the Southwest have to offer.
For this workshop, actors will submit a self-tape of their choice and receive in-depth feedback on their performance, audition choices, and overall self-tape presentation.
Submission Guidelines
Please submit one self-tape of your choice, no longer than 2.5 minutes.
Label your file with your first and last name and send it via WeTransfer or Dropbox to: sonya@creativeactingstudios.com
And forward your sides if you have them.
Don't miss the opportunity to work with one of New Mexico's top casting directors. Marie has an exceptional eye for talent and storytelling. Her thoughtful, constructive feedback will help you refine your choices, strengthen your auditions, and better understand what casting directors are looking for.
WHEN AUGUST 7TH / 11 am PST
WHERE : ZOOM.
TICKETS : $55
OBSERVE : $25
JOIN ACCLAIMED CD MICHAEL TESTA FOR AN EXCLUSIVE LIVE AUDITION WORKSHOP DESIGNED TO SIMULATE THE CASTING ROOM!
AUGUST 8TH
With credits spanning over 100 film and television projects, including Cold Case, Roswell, Everybody Loves Raymond, Hunter, Ringer, Stitchers, and Netflix's Love in the Villa and Falling Inn Love—Michael brings decades of industry expertise.
Prior to class, actors will receive a scene to prepare. During the workshop, multiple actors will perform the same material, creating a real-world casting environment where Michael can compare choices, discuss what stands out, and share the decision, making process behind casting.
This interactive format gives actors the rare opportunity to witness how different interpretations of the same scene can completely change a performance. Michael will provide personalized feedback, redirect actors as needed, and offer valuable insight into what truly catches a casting director's attention.
Whether you're looking to sharpen your audition skills, gain confidence in the room, or better understand the casting process from the other side of the table, this workshop offers practical, actionable tools you can immediately apply to your auditions.
Upon booking your ticket pease also forward your materials to sonya@creativeactingstudios.com
WHEN AUGUST 8TH / 11 am PST
WHERE : ZOOM.
TICKETS : $55
OBSERVE : $20
BIO: Michael Testa has cast over 100 film and television projects throughout his acclaimed career. His television credits include the pilot for Everybody Loves Raymond and hit series such as Hunter, Cold Case, Roswell, Make It or Break It, Ringer, Stitchers, and Amazon Prime's Con Man.His feature film credits include Sundance selections Buddy Boy, Love and Sex, and Everything Put Together, along with acclaimed independent films Latter Days, Love in the Villa (Netflix), Falling Inn Love (Netflix), Invitation to a Murder(Lionsgate), Spinster (Apple TV), and Dashing in December, now considered a modern LGBTQIA+ holiday favorite.
In addition to casting, Michael is an accomplished screenwriter who has sold five screenplays, with produced credits including Glass Jaw, Don't Look Back, Hallmark's All for Love, and A Royal Montana Christmas, the launch film for Hallmark's 2025 Countdown to Christmas.
CASTING DIRECTOR MADDALENA ZUPPETTA, CSA
AUGUST 21 ST / 11AM
Maddalena Zuppetta, known for her keen eye for grounded, emotionally nuanced performances, has cast for many exciting film and television projects across some of the world's leading studios and streaming platforms, including Netflix, Sony Pictures, Amazon, HBO, and Paramount. We are thrilled to welcome her to Creative Acting Studios for this exclusive online workshop! Please email your chosen scene (maximum 2 pages) to : sonya@creativeactingstudios.com
Please label the scene with your full name and let us know which role you are reading for.
We will be providing a wonderful reader for you!
During the workshop, actors will perform their scene, receive personalized feedback and adjustments from Maddalena. There will also be an industry Q&A, where Maddalena will share her insights into today's casting process and answer your questions.
BIO : Maddalena Zuppetta is an LA based CD with over ten years of experience in film, television, and streaming.
Her credits span a range of genres from prestige drama to genre-bending comedy including Fallout (Amazon), Westworld (HBO), BEEF (Netflix), Den of Thieves 2: Pantera (Lionsgate), and Zack Snyder's Army of the Dead (Netflix). She has worked alongside leading casting offices such as Automatic Sweat, Betty Mae, Jeanie Bacharach Casting, and Jeff Greenberg Casting, and brings a strong sense of story, character, and tone to every project she joins.
Maddalena is a member of CSA and Teamsters Local 399, and a graduate of USC's School of Cinematic Arts. She is passionate about actor advocacy, mentorship, and discovering talent whose performances expand the emotional language of a story.
WHEN AUGUST 21 / 11 am PST
WHERE : ZOOM.
TICKETS : $60
OBSERVE : $25
THE ART OF THE DAYTIME AUDITION WITH CD
RACHEL ROSE OGINSKY
AUGUST 22
For the first time, Creative Acting Studios is proud to present an exclusive workshop dedicated to the world of Daytime Television!
Join Rachel Rose Oginsky, Casting Associate for an Emmy Award-winning daytime drama, where she has worked on more than 460 episodes.
Before joining the series, Rachel built an impressive casting career on acclaimed productions including Suits, Masters of Sex, Scream Queens, Fairly Legal, Men at Work, and State of Georgia.
Her experience across both primetime and daytime television gives actors a unique understanding of what casting professionals are looking for in today's industry.
In this interactive workshop, actors will perform daytime scenes assigned by Rachel and receive personalized feedback while learning the unique style and pacing of auditioning for daytime television. Rachel will share valuable insights into approaching daytime material, making strong choices, and delivering performances that stand out in the casting room.
Upon booking your spot, please forward your headshot and resume to sonya@creativeactingstudios.com
Originally from Michigan, Rachel developed her passion for the entertainment industry in high school, where she hosted her own radio show, produced a cable access television show, and performed in a selective theatre program. She is also a graduate of the film school at the Art Institute of Pittsburgh.
Don't miss this rare opportunity to learn directly from a casting office behind one of television's longest-running, Emmy Award-winning daytime dramas.
WHEN AUGUST 22 / 11 am PST
WHERE : ZOOM.
TICKETS : $55
OBSERVE : $25
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