Magical Connections in the CNY Acting Community – You’re Invited

Only good happens when two people meet out of mutual respect and admiration for each other’s talents. Like the Law of Attraction, the more people dream and desire something, the more natural connections appear to help manifest something magical.

When Laura Stisser, a seasoned local actress saw Joe Barnes in the movie, “Under the Mercy” which he produced and Peter Manhan directed, she wanted to meet him because of his talent in movie production and direction. They met through a Fulton writer’s group where they instantly bonded, so much so that Barnes cast Stisser in his next movie where she took the role to the next level due to her exceptional acting skills.

Their relationship grew and years later they co-founded the Syracuse Actor’s Studio (SAS) in Syracuse offering a free acting space for writers, directors, actors, actresses, and producers to gather monthly to educate and network expanding everyone’s opportunities in the film, theater, and overall acting community.

On Monday, October 28, 2024, Stisser and Barnes will take their passion for collaboration to the next level by hosting a joint event with The Academy of American High in Liverpool. American High was founded in 2018 by a collective of entertainment industry veterans interested in discovering and fostering new talent. Members of SAS and anyone in the public can join the tour of the American High studios and learn more about both organizations.

“We hope the collaboration between SAS and American High will produce more successful connections between our members and the producers and directors looking for film talent,” stated Stisser. “There is so much talent in the Central New York Community that we hope they will hire talent here instead of going to LA or NYC to find it,” Barnes commented.

The Syracuse community is rich with people interested in developing their creative talents in the theater and film industry. Stisser and Barnes through their passion and connections help individuals at every skill level manifest their dreams. “We hope people interested in furthering their network and opportunities will join us on October 28th at 7 p.m. at The Academy of American High.” It should be a magical event.

For more details about Monday’s collaborative event, visit Facebook @SyracuseActorsStudio.