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COMMUNITY & OPPORTUNITY FOR BLACK ACTRESSES

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To help our colleagues in the industry quickly discover and hire talent while promoting and supporting a community space built exclusively for Black actresses

Here and Ready provides a unique opportunity for the entertainment industry to discover talent through our dynamic talent database, while also fostering community and resources for Black actresses through a private networking collective. Our many initiatives include skill educational seminars, casting workshops, and access to resources that promote industry visibility.

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To be Seen

Provide ways to promote and discover working Black actresses - BLOG, NEWSLETTER, AND THIS DATABASE

To be Seen

Provide ways to promote and discover working Black actresses - BLOG, NEWSLETTER, AND THIS DATABASE
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To be Hired

Provide free services to watch reels, message talent and post castings
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To be Hired

Provide free services to watch reels, message talent and post castings ALL IN ONE PLACE
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To Build Community

Provide access to actor resources and netowrk growth in a private home JUST FOR US

To Build a Community

Provide access to actor resources and netowrk growth in a private home JUST FOR US
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I am so grateful. Thank you for having me. I am so honored to be here and I think your group (Here and Ready) is awesome. It was lovely even hearing you talk to one another in the beginning because you all are probably friends and it made it such a comfortable space to be in which is also really fun for me… This really gives back to me too.
Sunday Boling KennedyMorman Boling Casting, Los Angeles, CA
Sunday Boling Kennedy
Thank you all so much for having me. I’ve had the pleasure of following “Here and Ready” for a couple of years now, so when the group reached out, I was like, “Oh, absolutely! Yes! Yes!,” What a pleasure and an honor to be here” “I’ve looked through the website and I follow (Here and Ready) on Instagram. I have not used the database yet, but I intend to.
Bess FiferFifer Casting, New York, NY
Bess Fifer
I am so glad I was able to speak with your members. I love this organization and what you’re doing. I think it’s just wonderful!
Daryl Eisenberg CSA, Eisenberg/Beans Casting, NY/LA
Daryl Eisenberg
Can I just say, first of all, when I read the email about this group I was blown away and super excited and then now that I see you all I’m even more excited. I think it’s amazing. Obviously, I can see all the love in the group and the power of this many women on camera – Women have been a huge part of my journey and women of color too. I just think it’s an amazing thing that you’re doing.
Clifton GutermanBig Picture Casting, Atlanta, GA
Clifton Guterman
I enjoyed being with and getting to know your members. Strong women are wonderful, aren’t they? Great group.
Cathy KalmensonKalmenson & Kalmenson Voice Casting and Education, Los Angeles, CA
Cathy Kalmenson
It was my pleasure…
Carla HoolCarla Hool Casting, Los Angeles, CA
Carla Hool
Thanks to this group, I have booked 2 gigs so far. Thank you for helping us to be more visible
LASHADA JACKSON
LASHADA JACKSON
Such a safe and encouraging space. I always check in to see how folks are doing, cheer, learn, laugh, “heart” a post and get inspired. Thank you and rock on!
KARAN KENDRICK
KARAN KENDRICK
I am motivated by all the words of encouragement we give to each other, whether working, resting or reenergizing!
THOMASINA PETRUS
THOMASINA PETRUS
Thank you for creating such a amazing platform for actresses of color. Your obedience and service is sowing and watering seeds that will bless women for generations.
AHMARIE HOLMES
AHMARIE HOLMES
I have come to this page and seen myself in so many of you all’s posts.
GERI-NIKOLE LOVE
GERI-NIKOLE LOVE
Thank you to Here and Ready! Brie Eley because of your amazing database. I was able to cast my short film Sia. Shelli Boone playing Sia, and Shani Z. McLeod playing Nola. So much gratitude!
ASHLEI SHYNE
ASHLEI SHYNE
What a loving resourceful group this is!
MONNAE MITCHELL
MONNAE MITCHELL
This community has truly been one of the highlights of this journey for me.
COURTNEY LATRICE
COURTNEY LATRICE
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Location

Los Angeles, New York, Atlanta, the Southwest, Canada and more

Location

Los Angeles, New York, Atlanta, the Southwest, Canada and more
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Notable Skills & Self-Identifiers

From Sketch Comedy to Stunts, Gender, Cultures and more

Notable Skills & Self-Identifiers

From Sketch Comedy to Stunts, Gender, Cultures and more
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Representation

Search talent by agent, manager or seeking

Representation

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Age

From 18TPY to 60's+ Search via ranges

Age

From 18TPY to 60's+ Search via ranges
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Union Status

SAG-AFTRA, AEA members, SAG Eligible, ACTRA, AGMA and Non-Union talent

Union Status

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HIRE TALENT

A quick solution for casting and creatives to find Black actresses

The Here and Ready talent database offers a quick solution to the age old dilemma: I know I need them, but how do I find them? The actresses listed here represent decades of experience, ranging from Broadway to community theater, from series regulars to background actors.

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Brie Eley just signed Alexander Hoff Agency

Brie Eley just signed with Alexander Hoff Agency. She can’t wait to work with superstar agent Kate Lackey!

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Live action of the Evanston History Center ReFashioning History Exibition!

Proud to have modeled @jesscranedesign’s creation at the ReFashioning History 2024!! Which was a fundraiser for @evanstonhistorycenter ‘s Costume Collection. It was an honor to be included in an exhibition in my own town. If you didn’t catch the dress Thursday night…The designs will be on exhibit through September. Yup, just like my name and […]

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New Atlanta Reps!

Destiny Ekwueme is officially Repped by Aligned Stars (Atlanta)!!

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The Winter’s Tale at Antaeus

Kaci Hamilton is playing Hermione in the Winter’s Tale currently running at Antaeus Theatre Company in Glendale. The show opens Saturday February 9 and closes March 11.

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Brie Eley is caught in too much drama!

Catch Brie in this hilarious Verizon spot, now running throughout the playoffs! We all have that one friend, that’s a bit too dramatic. Another amazing shoot from director Martin Granger and the fine folks at Moxie Pictures! Now that’s a bit dramatic!

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Writer/director Tryphena Wade won first place at Watz Productions’ People of Color Creative Symposium for her script Solomon’s Mood

Writer/director Tryphena Wade won first place at Watz Productions’ People of Color Creative Symposium for her script Solomon’s Mood. The film just launched their funding campaign!
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Pavar Snipe contributed as a voice actor and writer to the comedy nature series ‘When Nature Calls’

Pavar Snipe contributed as a voice actor and writer to the comedy nature series ‘When Nature Calls’ with Helen Mirren.
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Kyasia M. Thomas is now working with Aligned Stars Agency for theatrical submissions!

Kyasia M. Thomas is now working with Aligned Stars Agency for theatrical submissions!
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Princess Carroll is now repped for print by BBA Talent

Princess Carroll is now repped for print by BBA Talent.

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