T: Is for calling all inspiring actors

It is hard to break into the acting industry. If you don't have your union card your chances of getting seen are nil. Most young aspiring talent arrive having yet to realize that this is a business. Two years ago Zach Lezbergand and Brian Blattman started The Entertainment Industry Expo. Billed as the 'ultimate networking', those who attend will be given the opportunity to advance their careers. Are you the next Broadway star? Audition for respected casting director Bernard Telsey and Company. They represent an impressive list of shows that include 'Wicked', 'High School Musical', Rent, Hairspray, The Color Purple and the MTV show 'Legally Blonde'. Have you always wanted to be in the Blue Man Group? Here's your chance to shine. Are you aspiring to grace the pages of the Fashion Magazines? Then come be seen by MMG Model Management Group. This is the premier forum that brings industry leaders, businesses, unions and aspiring talent together for free if you pre-register, or a $10 at the door. There is no other event around that provides this caliber of new products, and services that may advance your career. In addition to what has been mentioned many areas of the entertainment industry will be represented, including photographers, talent agencies, schools, printing services, vocal coaches, casting websites and many others. This event will take place Jan. 27 at the Times Square Westin Hotel located on 43rd street off 8th Ave. Jed Bernstein, former executive director of The League of American Theatres and Producers, will host the newly added Commercial Theater Institute panel, "The Business Behind The Show: Knowledge is Power," at 10:30 AM. Tom Hulce (Spring Awakening), Ken Davenport (Altar Boyz), Eric Falkenstein (The Seafarer) and Randall Wreghitt (Grey Gardens) are scheduled to participate in the event. To register to attend the free workshop, visit YouShouldBeThere.com. To register for the event log onto eienyc.com.

We all need a break and for someone to help us get there. The Entertainment Industry Expo is that chance. Take advantage of it and that is a F.A.C.T.