introducing
“what’s next!:
A Special two-part Event!”
ZBS INVITES ALL CLIENTS OF STONE TALENT Agency TO ATTEND
“what’s Next!: A Special two-part event!“ including:
• An exclusive Panel Discussion moderated by Zak Barnett between Brittany Stone & Simone Schafler from Stone Talent Agency and ZBS Industry Liaison and Casting Director Robert Lee Terry focused on visioning for “What’s Next!” in the industry.
• A ZBS Sample Class taught by ZBS owner and Master Teacher, Zak Barnett.
ZBS Panel Event: “WHAT’s NEXT!”
The panel will be an enlightening conversation moderated by Zak Barnett between Brittany Stone & Simone Schafler from Stone Talent Agency and ZBS Industry Liaison and Casting Director Robert Lee Terry.
This event is part of ZBS’s “What’s Next!” Series— a dynamic response to the roller coaster of challenges the industry has faced, from the upheavals of a pandemic and Industry strikes to AI. In this series, we’re not just asking “What’s Next?”; we are creating a think tank around the answer. This discussion will offer a fresh approach to navigating and evolving in our fast-paced industry.
ZBS SAMPLE CLASS
Also, a very special Enrollment offer will be announced in this class! You don’t want to miss out!
DETAILS:
When: Friday, February 21
Panel & Sample Class Timings: 3:00 – 6:00 PM PT
Where: Hybrid (In-Person at ZBS Studios or Online via Zoom)
Address: 332 S La Brea Ave, Los Angeles, CA. 90036
Following the event: An in-studio reception will be held from 6:00 to 7:00 PM PT to mingle and enjoy light snacks!
Notes:
- Please be prepared to stay for the entirety of the event.
- No late admissions will be allowed to enter.
- Space is limited so we ask that you take your confirmation to heart and confirm only if you plan on attending.
- If you confirm and there’s an emergency, please email brian@zakbarnett.com as soon as possible so we can let the ZBS staff and your rep know that you won’t be attending. Thank you and we’re excited to welcome you to “What’s Next!”.
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Meet the Panelists:
Zak is widely regarded in the industry for cultivating a generation of breakout stars. His clients, past and present, range from Broadway to Hollywood to Bollywood, from critically acclaimed up-and-comers to breakout stars and icons.
Currently, Zak has over 250 students working as series regulars on major television shows, as well as hundreds of others working as guest stars, co-stars, and major roles in both studio and independent films. Among his students and clients, past and present, are numerous NAACP, SAG, People’s Choice, Golden Globe, and Emmy winners. He also consults for directors, productions, and networks, to ensure both individual actors and entire casts rise to the occasion of their best performance possible.
Brittany Stone got her start in the entertainment industry early on in life working in independent film festivals. After attending college at University of California, San Diego, she moved to Europe where she worked on film festivals internationally. Upon returning to the USA, she started working at a boutique talent agency in Los Angeles and quickly found herself immersed in the world of representation. Brittany pursued entertainment law at Southwestern Law School and, upon passing the bar, opened up and co-owned her first agency in 2015. After building up this agency to be one of the top boutique agencies in LA, she branched off in 2021 to open up her own company, Stone Talent Agency. She is very proud of the work they’ve done at Stone excited for the new year!
Simone is happy to call Los Angeles home after having lived all across the United States. She is a graduate of Ithaca College with a Bachelor of Arts in Theatre Studies and a Minor in Business Relations. From Broadway to Hollywood; a love for entertainment and the community it provides allowed her to find a home in talent representation. Simone has found a love for working with and developing great talent. Simone has been with Stone for almost 3 years now and we are very fortunate to have Simone lend her keen eye to the Stone Agency team.
Originally from Houston, Robert has enjoyed the last decade in Los Angeles contributing to the vibrant tv/film, theatre, and live event scenes. He has collaborated with Emmy, Tony, and Artios Award-winning teams across genres. Credits include PEN15 (Hulu), Star Trek: Lower Decks (Paramount+), Charmed (The CW), Drunk History (Comedy Central), Secrets of Sulphur Springs (Disney Channel), The Tempest (Shakespeare Center of Los Angeles), Waffles + Mochi (Netflix), Good Sam (CBS), The Freak Brothers (Tubi), Alone Together (Freeform), and a bundle of orphaned pilots. He is a graduate of USC’s School of Dramatic Arts and a passionate fan of horror.
I’ve worked with him for four years. He’s passionate about what he does, and it makes us passionate.  We’re a family. ZBS is a community…a second home
Whenever I get a script I always ask myself, WWZD—What would Zak Do?
During the camera tests and throughout rehearsals and filming on my Netflix series, “Julie and the Phantoms”, Zak’s work with our young actors provided them with the tools that enabled them to accomplish outstanding work.  If I didn’t know better, I’d swear he was a magician
Zak speaks the language of the soul and is able to stir his actors on the deepest levels of artistic and personal transformation.
His connection to his students is unlike anything I’ve seen…the work is incredibly brave
Zak Barnett taught me to love my craft.  Before I came to the studio I loved acting and I knew it was all I wanted to do, but I didn’t know why.  I found myself in a place where I was giving good auditions, but I wasn’t feeling fulfilled.  Going through his classes allowed me to find my own wants and meld them into one.  I learned to love the art of acting and find joy in making something special, something only I could create.
He’s made a lot of impact and a lot of change… I cannot recommend him enough!