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Demystifying the Actor / Agent Relationship with DDO Artists Agency
September 19 @ 7:30 pm - 10:30 pm
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Demystifying The Actor / Agent Relationship: Illuminating Information about Chicago’s Talent Industry
Join agents Bailey Hayman, KaCee Hudson, and Jillian Skale of DDO Artists Agency in a Q&A for anyone who wants to know more about the professional role of talent agents in Chicago’s TV/Film and Theatre communities. No question is too small or too basic- these agents are ready to get you informed.
The panel is free to attend, with a $10 suggested donation benefitting the Entertainment Community Fund.
The panel will be followed up with an hour to network with agents and other attendees looking to deepen their involvement in the Chicago performance community.
Doors open at 7 PM; the panel begins at 7:30 PM. The Understudy Cafe will be open for refreshments throughout the event.
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