Complimentary Workshop

Unlock the Secrets of Show Business: 

Free Virtual Workshop for Aspiring Young Actors and their Parents. Are you a young actor with big dreams, or a parent whose child wants to step into the world of acting? Don’t miss this exclusive opportunity to gain valuable insights into the acting industry!

Join us for a complimentary 90-minute Zoom Q&A session designed just for parents of young actors!

Date: Saturday,

January 18th 2025
Time: 10:00am pacific
Platform: Zoom

(please be sure to update your zoom prior to the workshop)

In this one-of-a-kind workshop, we’ll dive into:

• The Realities of the Acting Business: What it’s truly like for child actors and their families.
• Breaking Into Show Business: Steps and strategies for getting started in the industry.

Meet the Expert Behind the Camera:

Chris Devane

Join us for a special online workshop led by a seasoned Los Angeles-based commercial casting director with an impressive resume of over 5,000 commercials and more than one million professional auditions. With decades of experience and a track record of teaching hundreds of thousands of aspiring actors, he brings unparalleled expertise to the table. He has also taught at some of the most prestigious film and acting schools globally and worked with many of the industry’s top artists. Don’t miss this chance to gain invaluable insights from a true expert in the field!

Chris Devane is a seasoned Los Angeles-based Commercial Casting Director with a remarkable career spanning many years and a diverse range of experiences. He began his career behind the camera at Danny Goldman and Associates, contributing to over 5,000 professional commercials and numerous theatrical projects. Notably, Chris Devane has auditioned an astonishing number of actors, exceeding one million auditions over the course of his career. His expertise extends to working extensively with child actors and guiding their parents through the complex entertainment industry landscape. Recognizing the need for parental education in this field, he has taken on the role of educating actors on the responsibilities and intricacies involved in managing a career as a professional actor. After retiring from casting, Chris was invited to a prestigious film school where he taught for over a decade, imparting his wealth of knowledge to the next generation of filmmakers and performers. He established a guest speaker series that connected industry luminaries with students, enriching their understanding of the industry. Chris Devane's unique perspective, combining his practical experience as a casting director with his passion for education, has made him a valuable resource for both aspiring actors and their families. His mission is to empower parents with the information they need to navigate the entertainment industry effectively, ensuring their children's success in a competitive field that demands expertise across multiple domains—from acting and self-taping to production, negotiation, and promotion.