Step Into the Casting Room: A Self-Tape Workshop with Thyrza Ging & Cassandra Han
Sat 11 July 2026 | 14:30 – 16:00 | Ballroom 3, Galmont Hotel
As part of the Galway Film Fair, Casting Society (CSA) Global Chapter, Spotlight and Filmmakers Europe are offering actors a unique opportunity to gain invaluable insight from internationally acclaimed casting directors Thyrza Ging and Cassandra Han.
This exclusive workshop is free to attend – Supported by Spotlight, Casting Society’s (CSA) Global Chapter and Filmmakers Europe.
Actors are invited to submit a self-taped monologue for the chance to secure one of 30 places at this special event. Three selected participants will receive live feedback on their self-tapes from Thyrza and Cassandra, while all attendees will benefit from expert guidance and industry insight.
Drawing on their extensive experience casting film and television projects around the world, Thyrza and Cassandra will use selected self-tapes as case studies to explore what makes an audition stand out in today’s competitive industry. Attendees will gain practical advice on performance, presentation, technical quality, and the realities of the modern casting process.
Whether you’re just starting out or are an established actor looking to refine your audition technique, this workshop offers a rare opportunity to learn directly from two leading voices in international casting.
About Thyrza Ging
Thyrza Ging has a Degree in International Commerce with Spanish from University College Dublin. She worked as a Casting Director for several years before joining Louise Kiely Casting in 2013.
Upcoming credits include GROWN UPS (Netflix), and WEDNESDAY S3 (Netflix MGM).
Her TV credits include KIN (AMC & RTÉ), THE GONE (RTÉ & TVNZ), GOING DUTCH (FOX), THE TOURIST S2 (BBC) and OBITUARY (RTÉ & HULU). Her film credits include LEE CRONIN’s THE MUMMY, WHITETAIL, TWIG & SOULM8TE. Thyrza is a member of IFTA, the CDG & CSA.
About Cassandra Han
Cassandra Han is an Artios Award-nominated casting director whose career spans more than two decades across Europe and North America. She currently serves as President of the Global Chapter of Casting Society (CSA) and is recognised internationally for her work connecting talent, filmmakers, and productions across borders.
How to Apply
Submit a self-taped monologue via the application form below for the opportunity to be selected.
Thirty actors will be invited to attend, with three participants receiving live feedback on their self-tapes during the session. Application Deadine is 03 July 2026 – Actors apply by submitting a self-taped One-Minute Monologue via this application link: APPLY HERE
Places are limited; we welcome applications from actors at every stage of their career.
