Actor & Film Industry Expo

8:30AM | Check-in Begins

The TCFF Registration/Check-in table will be located near the box office of the ShowPlace ICON Theatre. The table will be open all day, so if you aren’t planning to attend auditions no worries – we will be here!

ShowPlace ICON Theatre 1625 West End Blvd, St Louis Park, MN 55416

9:00-11:00AM | Filmmaker/Casting Auditions

Audition in front of several filmmaker and casting directors. Auditions will take place in Theatre #6. To sign up for an audition, follow this link HERE. You may perform one of the approved scenes (that will be sent to you after you select a slot) OR you may perform a 2 minute monologue of your choosing. You MUST have an audition time slot confirmed to audition. If ALL audition time slots are filled, you may submit a digital audition link (Via YouTube OR Vimeo) by May 25th, 2024.

PLEASE NOTE: Attending these public auditions DOES NOT grant you access to attend the educational panels, and networking event during the Actor & Film Industry Expo. To attend those events YOU MUST register HERE.

CLICK HERE FOR MORE AUDITION INFO!

Filmmakers/Casting Directors: Nathan Block, David Buchanan, Andrew Hunt, Raven Johnson, Matt Ostermann, Penn Pauletich, CJ Renner, Laura Runge-Hunt, Sebastian Schnabel, Jason Schumacher, Nick Swedlund, Sarah Thormodsgaard, Zechariah Thormodsgaard, Michael Winingham, Cici Yixuan Wu

ShowPlace ICON Theatre 1625 West End Blvd, St Louis Park, MN 55416 – Theatre #6

11:00AM-3:45PM | Vendors Open

Enjoy access to industry vendors all day long! Vendors will be located in the ShowPlace ICON atrium at the top of the escalators.

Vendors: The VO Dojo, Michelle Hutchison, Bill Cooper Acting Workshops, Jordan Extras Casting LLC,

*Vendors subject to change

ShowPlace ICON Theatre 1625 West End Blvd, St Louis Park, MN 55416

11:30AM-12:15PM | Panel 1: The Gateway to Getting it Made

Learn the benefits of collaborating with a Casting Director, the importance of finding the right talent, and how talent can open up doors for funding and distribution. Learn the best practices for getting in front of Casting, how to book the room, and keep them calling you in. 

Panelists: Sara Isaacson, Lynn Blumenthal

Moderator: Lily Rains (actor, educator, filmmaker)

ShowPlace ICON Theatre 1625 West End Blvd, St Louis Park, MN 55416 – Theatre #6

12:30-1:15PM | Panel 2: You’ve Got Your Money, Now What?

First moves and first hires. For established filmmakers and those just beginning their journey, learn the best practices for building a production team, why you need certain crew members, and how to ethically cut corners when your resources are limited. 

Panelists: Jon Steinhorst, Todd Cobery, Hannah Walker, Carrie Bush

Moderator: Christian Popham

ShowPlace ICON Theatre 1625 West End Blvd, St Louis Park, MN 55416 – Theatre #6

1:45-2:30PM | Panel 3: Brave New World

Dive into the ever-evolving landscape of film distribution and festivals in today’s market. Learn how smart budgeting, realistic expectations, and strategic planning can make or break your project.

Panelists: Anthony Cousins, Zachary Weil, Jim Brunzell, Carly Lassegard

Moderator: Matt Osterman

ShowPlace ICON Theatre 1625 West End Blvd, St Louis Park, MN 55416 – Theatre #6

2:45-3:30PM | Panel 4: Writing For and With Your Resources

For actors, writers, and filmmakers looking to produce their own work, this panel will dive into getting your script ready for production with how to maximize your resources (people, places, gear, funds), and the many ways to incorporate effective feedback through table reads, script consultants, and coverage at any budget. 

Panelists: Karl Gajdusek, Mandy June Turpin, Marisa Coughlan, Jon Steinhorst

Moderator: Matt Roy

ShowPlace ICON Theatre 1625 West End Blvd, St Louis Park, MN 55416 – Theatre #6

3:45-5:00PM | Mixer

Join us for hosted beverages, both non-alcoholic and alcoholic, snacks, and network with fellow industry individuals to connect in your community.

Sponsors: Stella Artois

Twin Cities Film Fest Office 1633 West End Blvd, St Louis Park, MN 55416