Hi, Reader,

I hesitated before sending another email about The Actor Jackpot—not because it isn’t worth sharing again, but because the world feels heavy.

Between the ICE raids, ongoing violence, and the constant churn of global crises, a lot of people are living with real fear right now. That’s not abstract. It’s happening in our cities, to our neighbors, to families who already feel unsafe.

And inside all of that, we’re still expected to function.

To audition. Create. Show up. Stay human.

There’s something I want to name clearly:

Artists are often made to feel that pursuing this path is selfish. Impractical. Indulgent—especially in hard times.

I don’t believe that.

Moving people emotionally is one of the most powerful forms of communication there is. It’s how truth travels when words fail. It’s how people feel seen, less alone, and more alive. In moments like this, that isn’t frivolous—it’s vital.

This isn’t selfish.

It’s a calling.

And for many of us, our hearts are the only compass that’s ever worked.

Which is why I’m sharing this again.

​The Actor Jackpot is still open.

It’s still free.

And every sign-up still triggers a $1 donation from Brian Patacca to The Trevor Project, providing 24/7 crisis support for LGBTQ+ youth.

No cost. No performative allyship. Just real action.

I also want to briefly re-name my contribution inside the bundle.

I created Casting DNA PreCheck ✅ — a custom GPT designed to give actors clear, intelligent feedback on what their current materials are actually communicating.

Not advice.

Not hype.

A mirror.

It helps you:

• See what’s already working

• Spot gaps or mixed signals

• Identify patterns you may be too close to see

• Get clearer before you overhaul anything

And that’s just one piece of what’s inside.

You’ll also find:

• A Live Zoom Q&A with Casting Director Luci Lenox

• Accent & dialect practice sessions with Sarah Valentine

• A strategic industry conversation with The Workbook

These are thoughtful, substantial tools—not dusty downloads or recycled advice.

If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed or unsure where to put your energy right now, this is a low-pressure, high-integrity place to start.

👇🏼 Get free access to The Actor Jackpot here 👇🏼

There is a window on this. The sooner people join, the more support reaches LGBTQ+ youth who truly need it—especially now.
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Be safe, Reader

Adria

P.S. Your click costs nothing. But it does something real—for your work and for someone else’s safety. 🤍