Diversity & Inclusion

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07/18/22 • 48 min

Case Study:

Omar El Dabe is an American born actor with an Egyptian heritage. He was raised in New Jersey and went to an elite theater program. He is versed in classical theater and has done a few commercials. He has pretty good representation but sees that he gets into casting rooms most often to play terrorists or cab drivers. He keeps hearing about diversity and inclusion, but what does that mean? He doesn’t seem to get in for non-ethnic roles, at least, very rarely. Is his name too ethnic? Is casting really that narrow minded that they can’t see past it? He has spoken to his agents, and they don’t seem to have any answers so he is bringing it to Hollywood Brass Talks. Is this something Mark and Stuart K can finally agree on?

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What Is Your "Magic Phrase"?

Case Study:
Lauren L. Lawrence moved to Los Angeles right after graduation from her MidWestern University Drama Program, and began her journey as a hopeful commercial, film, and television actress.

From day one, Lauren was represented by a boutique agency. How did she land them?

Well, she was approached by them at her senior showcase. They promised her the world, and she signed.

After a year of loyalty, Lauren realized she and her agency were not a good match.

After leaving the agency, Lauren became a regular listener of Hollywood Brass Talks.

She knows about evidence of greatness, fame cards, and the dangers of co-stars and showcases.

But she needs a new agent, and doesn’t know any. What good is evidence if no one will watch it? How can she break through with no credits?

Do cold calls really work?

Was she wrong to leave her agent? Was she wrong to come to L.A.?

Is there action, or just Brass Talk?

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Side Hustle - Luxury or Necessity?

Case Study:
Peter Frankel - Read by: Joe Canale -
Peter has been a professional actor for the last 10 years. He has made most of his money in commercials with a sprinkling of theatrical jobs in between. He has been able to pay his rent and drive a newer model car. He gets to vacation every year and keeps his union health insurance, but in the last few years it has been harder and harder to make ends meet. He wants to buy a house and start to build a family, but the work, while steady has not brought the same revenue in the door. Is there more work out there he is not getting seen for? Is it a problem with his representation or is it just impossible to make a living wage these days as a professional actor?

Lets get into it!