NYC INTERNATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP JUDGES: AGENTS, MANAGER

Arthur Massei is the Director of the NY Office for TalentInk LA Chicago NY.  TalentInk represents actors ages 6 to 80 for TV, Film, Theater and On Camera Commercials.  Prior to joining TalentInk in 2012 Arthur was with Massei Management beginning in 1994. Joining Arthur today is Aryton Dimitri, a new additional the NYC office. 

A few successes that show it can happen to a performer wherever they are located and at any age…:

Johanna Moise, formerly in the Broadway show "Hamilton" is now performing in another Broadway show "Death Becomes Her" she is the understudy for Michelle Williams, one of the leads.  Johanna went on in place of Michelle in the role of Viola Van Horn on Sunday, June 22.  Jawan Jackson is currently touring with the Temptations, Jawan was nominated for a Grammy for Best Musical Theater Album for "Ain't Too Proud To Beg" back in 2020.  Adrian Alvarado just booked a recurring role on the series "The Greatest", the story of Muhammed Ali, this is currently taping in Canada. 

Death Becomes Her Johanna Moise

Jawan Jackson Aint Too Proud

‘Ain’t Too Proud’ Star Jawan M. Jackson Is The Toast Of New York City This Holiday Season

The Greatest Adrian Alvarado

Barry Kolker

Barry has been in the talent agency business for 34 years. Barry and his team sign adults and children for television, film and theater. They freelance for commercials, voiceovers and animation. 

They currently have clients on Broadway in Gypsy, Stranger Things: The First Shadow and The Book Of Mormon. A client was recently in The Picture Of Dorian Gray which closed it's limited engagement on June 29th. They have a client who is a vacation swing for the Broadway and touring companies of MJ, and clients are on tour in Hamilton, The Lion King and MJ. 

Aliyah Mastin is currently filming season two of Paradise in the series regular role of Presley Collins, and Matthew Lamb is currently filming season two of High Potential in the series regular role of Elliot Radovic. 

Client's film credits include Lost On A Mountain In Maine, Avenue Of The Giants, Tiny Fugitives, Playdate, The Best Christmas Pageant Ever, the Slumber Party, and The Life Of Chuck. 

Child clients Wyatt Wilkerson and Mekhi Richardson were recently seen in Millions at the Alliance Theatre in Atlanta, and in Lights Out: The Nat King Cole Story, respectively. 

Barry booked a Talent America talent that he discovered in 2024, in two jobs.

Barry Shapiro is Owner of Herman & Lipson Casting. He has been with Herman & Lipson for over 40 years casting over 8000 commercials both voiceover and on camera for such products as Loreal, ESPN, Advil, Verizon, Toy R Us and many other top accounts. He casts for commercials all around the world and also casts for film, television and theatre. He cast for the play Facespace which was performed at the Midtown International Theatre Festival. Prior to being a casting director, Barry managed a rehearsal studio for Broadway shows and also was a producer for a top fashion commercial director working with every top model in the industry. Barry also keeps busy on the weekends, traveling around the country conducting acting workshops at several universities. In New York, Barry teaches commercial technique classes, improv classes, and also directs comedy showcases for children and adults.

BOB MARKS is a voice teacher, coach, conductor, arranger, author,  and director. He holds a degree in speech and voice pathology and  has taught at the American Musical & Dramatic Academy and the  Weist-Barron School in New York. He has given workshops, Master  Classes, and seminars internationally. His articles have appeared in  several publications, including the internationally recognized  “Journal of Singing.

”He has been the musical director of over 200 productions across the  country, and has coached cast members of almost every current  Broadway musical. Former students have included Laura Bell  Bundy, Kerry Butler, Debbie Gibson, Ariana Grande, Lea Michele,  and Britney Spears.  

He was a pianist with the Broadway and national companies of the  hit musical Annie, and recently published a book, 88 Keys to  Successful Singing Performances which is available on amazon.com. 

Website: 

www.BobMarks.com    Book Information: https://amzn.to/3J09m8L

Chad Moore is an unscripted casting director and audience warm-up personality with over 150 credits to his name. Currently casting shows for Hulu and Fox, Chad was on the 2023 Emmy-nominated casting Team for Netflix's mega-hit Love Is Blind. Chad most recently wrapped audience warm-up gigs for ABC's Generation Gap with Kelly Ripa, The Drew Barrymore Daytime Talk Show, and The Nick Cannon Daytime Syndicated Talk Show, where he regularly appeared on the show's popular segment, "NICK CANNON'S MAN PANEL!" Some of Chad's most notable credits include The Voice, Project Runway, Match Game, The Bachelor, The Bachelorette, Bachelor In Paradise, Love Is Blind, The Great American Baking Show, ABC's Claim To Fame, The Celebrity Dating Game, Hollywood Game Night, Fear Factor, MTV's Are You The One, Worst Cooks In America, Guy's Grocery Games, Temptation Island, House Hunters, Ready To Love, Are You Smarter Than A Fifth Grader, Married At First Sight, Million Second Quiz with Ryan Seacrest, Love Island, Big Brother, Vanderpump VIlla, and Netflix's The Trust, and Later Daters.

Gary Bertalovitz

Director New York Office

Wilhelmina, and its other subsidiaries, is an international full-service fashion model and talent management service, specializing in the representation and management of leading models, celebrities, artists, photographers, athletes, and content creators. 

Joey Zangardi-Dixon has built a dynamic career in the entertainment industry, bringing decades of experience as a Casting Director (MTV, FOX, Nickelodeon, NBC), Agent, Director, Teacher, and Performer. Now, as the Director of Domestic Recruitment at NYFA College of Film, Media & Performing Arts, he travels the globe scouting talent, leading workshops, and adjudicating acting and musical theatre auditions. His performance credits span iconic productions like Les Misérables, Follies, and The Who’s Tommy, while his casting work includes VH1/Vogue Fashion Awards and Nickelodeon Live. Along the way, he's worked on projects featuring superstars like Madonna, Celine Dion, Britney Spears, Kelly Clarkson, Justin Timberlake, Christina Aguilera, Gwen Stefani, Jay-Z, Beyoncé, Usher, and Jennifer Lopez.

Morgan Peterson is a Talent Manager at MMG based in New York City. MMG is a renowned management company with a full service booking department. She prides herself on the ability to recognize and develop talent of all ages and markets, representing a vast range of demographics. She represents talent from ages 3-77 that are models, actors, influencers, athletes, artists, and more. She has launched the careers of many models & actors across the country. Her talent can be seen in campaigns with Nike, Vogue, Footlocker, Kidz Bop, Champion, The New Yorker, Amazon, Starbucks along with many others. 

Rebecca Lampiasi is an agent at CESD Talent Agency, where she has proudly worked in the Dance Department since 2019. She represents dancers and choreographers across all mediums, including theater, television, film, commercial, and print work. With over 50 clients currently booked on Broadway and National Tour contracts, she is proud to provide representation that not only helps artists achieve their dreams but supports them in sustaining healthy and fulfilling careers long-term once they do. Rebecca is thrilled to be back with Talent America!