• All SAG-AFTRA members who are active and fully paid up are eligible for our Performers Programs. You must present your valid, paid-up SAG-AFTRA card or current payment receipt along with a photo ID for entry. No entry will be allowed without these items.

• Most programs are restricted to members over the age of 18. On occasion we do offer programs for young performers, please refer to our website.

• If our website shows that you are not in good standing please contact SAG-AFTRA directly at (323) 549-6778. Keep in mind that updates may take up to 24 hours to reflect on the Foundation’s website.

• Children under 5 are not permitted to our programs.

• Some programs may have a professional pre-requisite, including credits. This will be clearly stated during program sign-up when required.

• For accessibility requirements, including sign language interpretation, please email rsvp@sagaftra.foundation with at least three (3) business days’ notice.

• Service Animal policy here.

Failure to follow this code of conduct may result in disciplinary action, which could include being asked to leave a program and limiting your future access to our programs.

• We ask all attendees to behave professionally and respectfully at all times.

• Aggressive, disruptive or unprofessional behavior is not acceptable, and will not be tolerated.

• If you have a concern or issue, we encourage you to express it in the appropriate setting and work toward a resolution.

• The SAG-AFTRA Foundation reserves the right to refuse entry to anyone.

• Minors under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

• If you arrive late, you will be marked as a no-show. Please see no-show policies.

• By registering for a program, you agree to remain for the entire program. Leaving early will be recorded as a no-show.

• Programs may include explicit, sexual, disturbing or offensive content and are intended for mature audiences, unless otherwise stated.

• Solicitation of guests, including taking selfies, requesting autographs, distributing scripts or any other form, is not permitted. Additionally, the distribution of headshots, reels, and resumes is prohibited unless expressly authorized by Foundation staff.

• Recording of any kind – audio or video – of our programs is strictly prohibited.

• Unless otherwise stated, the cancellation deadline for all programs and sessions is 11:59 p.m. on the night before. Cancelling after the cancellation deadline will be registered as a no-show.

• The check-in start time is stated on the program page for each program. Attendees will not be admitted before that time.

• Food or drink is not permitted in our classrooms, labs or screening rooms, except for bottled water with a secure screw top lid.

To ensure a respectful, productive, and engaging experience for all participants, we ask that you please follow the guidelines below when attending our virtual programs.

• Please do not share the zoom link with others.

• Please sign in using your full name (as it appears on your SAG-AFTRA Membership Card), so our host can identify you. If you are using a shared or borrowed device, rename yourself before joining.

• Keep your microphone muted unless you are actively speaking or invited to do so. This helps reduce background noise and creates a better experience for everyone.

• Please be mindful of your environment and appearance if you are visible on camera.

• Maintain professionalism and courtesy throughout the session, just as you would in a live, in-person setting.

• We encourage using a stable internet connection and the latest version of Zoom.

• If you are a no-show for two one-on-one sessions in any 365 day period, your access to such sessions will be restricted for 90 days. You will be unable to sign-up for sessions during that period.

• If you are a no-show for two classes (any program for a capacity of 5-60 people) in any 365 day period, your access to such classes will be restricted for 90 days. You will be able to join the Standby list during that period.

• If you are a no-show for three large audience programs (more than 60 people capacity) in any 365 day period, your access to such programs will be restricted for 90 days. You will be able to join the Standby list during that period.

• If you are on the waitlist and are no longer able to attend, please remove yourself from the waitlist immediately to allow others the opportunity.

• If a space opens up, you will receive an email confirming your place in the class and you are expected to attend.

• If you have received an RSVP confirmation email for your attendance and can no longer attend, please be sure to cancel your RSVP before the cancellation deadline mentioned in the email. If you do not cancel, you will be marked as a no-show.

• As soon as a session becomes available we will notify you. If added after the cancellation deadline, please note that the no-show policy does not apply if you don’t attend.

• We do not accept walk-ins, including from waitlisted individuals for classes.

• Your session is only for you. You cannot book a session for another member or non-member.

• If you are feeling sick, please do not come into our in-person labs. Instead, feel free to book a virtual session.

• Please do not adjust our equipment, including lights, microphone, stands and cameras. Our staff can adjust it to your liking and needs.

• If you don’t see a time that works for you on any given date – hit the ‘Notify Me’ button to receive an email when a new spot opens up.

• Cancellations are frequent, so we strongly encourage you to use this feature if you need an appointment on a particular date.

• Members are limited to one standard booking per calendar per week. However, if you have already booked a slot in a given week, you can use the ‘Stand By’ button, to receive last minute notifications if there are empty slots to fill.

• Priority is given to members that have not already booked a slot.

• All sessions are 30 minutes long.

• You can book one (1) session with our On-Camera Lab technicians every five (5) days.

• For in-person appointments, bring two (2) copies of your material.

• For virtual appointments, email a copy of your material to ocl@sagaftra.foundation at least one (1) hour prior to your session.

• You are responsible for uploading and submitting your audition. Our technician will not be available to assist you with editing, uploading or submitting your audition.

• All sessions are 50 minutes long.

• You can book one (1) engineered session every five (5) days. You can book two (2) solo booth sessions every five (5) days.

• All actors in the class must come prepared to perform.

• You may attend one (1) Casting Access class every 30 days. Joining a waitlist for a class will count towards your frequency restriction.

• You may attend one (1) Agent Access class every 90 days. Joining a waitlist for a class will count towards your frequency restriction.

• You can join the Standby list for any other classes. We will accommodate you if we have room.

• These classes are for educational purposes only and are not auditions.