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Casting for film, television, theatre, and commercials. To do what you love and to make a living at it... it doesn't get much better than that.

07/07/2025

Governors Marc Hirschfeld, CSA and Megan Sleeper, along with their Peer Group Executive Committee, invite you to

Chicago Thirsty Thursday

Connect with fellow members across the Television Academy
as we celebrate summer in Chicago.

Let's Meet, Talk & Hang!

We will have appetizers and a complimentary ticket for your first drink!

Thursday, July 10, 2025
6:00 – 8:30 PM CT

KOVAL Distillery
4241 N. Ravenswood Ave.
Chicago, IL 60613

Due to limited space, members only please. No guests.

Photos from Simon Casting's post 03/18/2025

We’re kicking off an exciting series of events at Kinowerks—where creatives connect, collaborate, and elevate their craft through industry-driven insights from professionals. First up: an unfiltered conversation on resilience and reinvention with legendary casting exec Tess Sanchez from Los Angeles!

From casting some of the biggest names in Hollywood to navigating the unpredictable for 20 years, Tess brings tenured wisdom straight from her debut book We’ve Decided to Go in a Different Direction. 💡

🔹An inside look at Tess’ journey to the top of the industry
🔹Real talk on overcoming career setbacks�
🔹Q&A + open forum for filmmakers & actors�
🔹Book signing + copies available at the event

Whether you’re behind the camera or in front of it, this is your chance to learn, network, and level up. We highly recommend you purchase the book prior to the event.

📍 Suggested donation: $20 (Proceeds to The Actors Fund)� 🍿 Light snacks & refreshments provided

Tag a friend who needs to be there & RSVP now! Link to purchase the book and attend the event here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/weve-decided-to-go-in-a-different-direction-tess-sanchez-tickets-1287061839609

03/14/2025
We've Decided to Go in a Different Direction 03/13/2025

Hey all! Big heads up and SAVE THE DATES!
The Fabulous bad ass Tess Sanchez's book is being released April 1st and she will be in Chicago at City Lit Books 4/8 for a book signing and there will be and Industry Invited event on 4/9 with a Q and A and book signing at Kinowerks in Ravenswood. Here's the link to pre order the book. I've read it, it's great. More details to come. Stay tuned.

We've Decided to Go in a Different Direction Essays

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