Primetime Television | Inside TVI Actors Studio

Do You Need an Agent?

October 10, 2012Editor

Are you currently looking for either legit or commercial representation? If the answer is yes then why not take a look at the ‘Two Week Actors Conservatory and Talent Industry Showcase’ at TVI New York.

This two week program is the most comprehensive way to launch your film and TV career in the shortest possible time. You will receive advance training in auditioning, and then you will get to network with 20 different talent agents, casting directors, and other industry professionals in just two weeks.

Get on the Wait List for John Ort’s Exclusive Class Now!

October 8, 2012Editor

As we told you on Friday, John Orts exclusive ‘On Camera Pilot Audition Technique’ class was down to it’s last few available spots, and as predicted the class sold out early on Friday morning. However, just because the class is full, it doesn’t mean that you have completely missed your chance. The wait list for John’s class is now open, and you can get on it completely free of charge.

Last Chance to Network with ABC Manager of Casting John Ort

October 5, 2012Editor

As we’ve mentioned before, ABC’s manager of casting John Ort is coming to TVI New York for an exclusive On Camera Pilot Audition Technique class, and his next class, which begins very soon, only has a few spaces left.

TVI LA Competition – Audition For ‘Parks and Recreation’, ‘Curb Your Enthusiasm’ Casting Director

October 4, 2012Editor

Boy, do we have a great class for you, and a competition to !

Marlise Gunzenhauser from Dorian Frankel Casting is teaching at TVI LA
this Saturday October 6th at 11am.

Marlise’s class on audition technique will have you perform sides with a partner under her unique direction, and following that she will conduct a wonderful sit down, question and answer session. It’s a great opportunity to hear about the industry from one of primetime televisions top casting directors.

Great Weekend of Classes at TVI NY

October 1, 2012Editor

We had a great selection of classes at TVI New York this past weekend.

Casting Directors Kim Miscia (Gossip Girl, Blue Bloods) and Jessica Kelly (Zero Hour, The Carrie Diaries) were in the studio for both an adult and youth intensive on audition technique for primetime television roles. Continue reading

ABC Casting Director John Ort is Back at TVI New York

September 21, 2012Editor

There’s been some exciting news out of TVI New York this week, the studio announced that John Ort, the manager of casting at ABC New York, will be doing a second 6 week class exclusively at the New York location.

John will be following on from his previously extremely successful class at TVI, with a unique 6 week on-camera pilot audition technique class.

As the manager of casting at ABC in New York, John has cast some of the network’s biggest recent hits, including “Modern Family,” “Once Upon A
Time,” and “Don’t Trust The B— in Apt 23″

During the class you’ll work with John on actual scripts from some of the major hit series he has worked on as he helps you unlock the secrets of successful primetime television auditioning.

This class will sell out quickly, and space is limited, so I would advise you to call the studio in New York as soon as you can on 212-302-1900.

Break Into Primetime Television at TVI Los Angeles

September 21, 2012Editor

We’ve just received the great news that casting directors Corbin Bronson and Lyndsey Baldasare are teaming up for an amazing four week intensive course at TVI in Los Angeles.

The course which runs from October 15th to November 5th will focus on auditioning for prime-time television, an area that both Bronson and Baldasare are highly experienced in; having cast countless hit shows between them.

During the course you will get the chance to focus on every aspect of auditioning for prime-time television, from the pre-read, to the audition, to the call-back, to the producer session, not to mention the amazing opportunity to network with two top industry figures.

Corbin Bronson is currently the head of casting at Elizabeth Barnes & Corbin Bronson Casting, and Lyndsey Baldasare shares the same position at David Rapaport casting. Their credits include hit shows such as Monk, It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia and Sons of Anarchy.

If your looking to break into prime-time television then this is certainly a course you need to look at. To find out more information click here.

Kim Miscia, Jessica Kelly To Hold Audition Intensive

September 19, 2012Editor

Gossip Girl and Blue Bloods casting director Kim Miscia is coming back to TVI Actors Studio New York later this month. Kim will be holding an audition intensive alongside Jessica Kelly of Chrystie Street Casting, Jessica is the principal casting director for the new Anthony Edwards series “Zero Hour”.

This is an excellent opportunity for actors serious about pursuing primetime television speaking roles, to network with two major casting directors and work on audition technique.

For more information on the event click here.

Blue Bloods, Gossip Girl Audition Workshop

July 18, 2012Editor

Kim Miscia, casting director for Blue Bloods and Gossip Girl, will be at TVI Studios in New York on Saturday August 18th. She will be running a one day intensive audition session.

Kim will discuss the way primetime television is cast and answer your questions about what works and what doesn’t. You’ll then work with material from Kim’s current and past projects in a mock audition format.

Get the feedback you need to raise your game, and give your future auditions a crucial competitive edge.

You can find out more information by clicking here.

Did You Know?

May 12, 2012Ray Ruzzo

After 8 seasons, ‘Desperate Housewives’ is ending. The final episode will air on May 13th, 2012. But did you know that ‘Housewives’ star, Eva Longoria, was a student of TVI?

Check out more of our successful alums here.

Allison Shomer Casting Associate for ABC Pilot Season at TVI New York!

March 14, 2012

Allison Shomer, who is currenty assisting Janet Murphy Butler at ABC for 2012 Pilot Season will be teaching a workshop at TVI New York Thursday, March 22nd 2012. Recently, Allison assisted Clint Alexander with the FOX 2011 Pilot Season which inluded the new TV Series “New Girl” starring Zooey Deschanel. Legit sides will be e-mailed 24 hours in advance.

Casting Director Kim Miscia and Casting Associate Jamie Schulman at TVI New York!

February 9, 2012interns

Casting Director, Kim Mischia of Mischia/Bowling Casting and Casting Associate, Jamie Schulman of ABC Pilot Season will teach a master class on primetime television audition technique at TVI New York on Saturday, February 11th 2012.

This is an incredible opportunity to get seen by the casting directors who are now casting some of NYC’s hottest shows (Delocated and Gossip Girl. )

Check out the TVI website for details!