BECOME A 2025 UPTOWN IMPROV FESTIVAL SPONSOR!!! The 2025 Uptown Improv Festival brings a weekend of world-class comedy to Utica, featuring acclaimed performers and drawing fans from across the country. Alongside unforgettable shows, workshops led by industry-leading instructors offer unique opportunities for local and visiting students. Partner with us to support the arts, reach new audiences, and celebrate a vibrant Utica! https://www.utcany.org/2025-uptown-improv-festival (fb)

The Mohawk Valley and Central New York are popular locations for movie productions — and they’re always looking for local actors to fill big and small roles. With this one afternoon workshop, you’ll learn how to find these acting opportunities, submit for casting, and land the role! Acting coach and manager Chase Manley will share her expertise and get you audition-ready. Your enrollment also includes a headshot mini-session. Workshop takes place at the Uptown Sun. June 21, 11a-2pm. Sign up now at uptownutica.org. ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR Chase Clifford Manley’s experiences include the First All Children’s Theatre in New York, the Tisch School of The Arts at NYU, appearances in TV and film, behind the scenes credits at NBC, FX and Sony/GSN. Currently, Chase is a Professor at The S.I Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse University where she is teaching coursework in filmmaking and production. Alongside teaching, she continues to coach actors of all ages under her company, Chasin’ Butterflies. @chasinbutterflies7 (fb)