Frequently asked Questions
Do I have to be Episcopalian (Christian, religious) to get help or to become a member?
No. We help qualifying professional performers without regard to religious beliefs. Our membership, like our client base, is of "all faiths, and none." Join today!
Do I have to be in the Union to get help?
No, you do not have to be a member of any of the performers' unions in order to qualify for assistance.
I am a performer. What are the criteria for getting financial assistance?
You must be a working professional performer living in the New York City metro area. For a complete list of requirements, go to the Eligibility for EAG's Services page.
I am interested in applying for one of your scholarships. how do I apply?
EAG awards five annual scholarships to theatre students at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in New York and the University of Missouri. The scholarship recipients are chosen by the administration of the schools. Please contact them for more information.
Why should I become a member?
When you become a member, you are not only showing your support for New York actors in need, you get the opportunity to network, volunteer, and collaborate with our diverse membership of over 600 theatre professionals and friends of the arts. Other perks of membership include "Members Only" pricing for EAG events and when renting Guild Hall, discounts on headshots by Ahron R. Foster Photography, and a subscription to The Eaglet (our triannual newsletter). Join today!
Do I have to be an actor to join?
Not at all! If you value the performing arts, and enjoy spending time with others who do too, joining EAG is the right move for you! Join today!
I want to donate some food to your Actors Pantry. What should I give?
We've made it easy to order items for the Actors Pantry and have them shipped directly to Guild Hall! Just go to our Actors Pantry page and click on the Give an Item of the Month button to view our registry online, add your choice to the cart, and make sure you choose "Episcopal Actors Guild of America Inc's Gift Registry Address" as your shipping address.
If you’d prefer to drop off some non-perishables, you can email EAG to set up an appointment (office@actorsguild.org).
If you would like to donate funds to this cause, please visit our Make a Donation page; when you are prompted to add special instructions to the seller, write "pantry."
If you’d prefer to drop off some non-perishables, you can email EAG to set up an appointment (office@actorsguild.org).
If you would like to donate funds to this cause, please visit our Make a Donation page; when you are prompted to add special instructions to the seller, write "pantry."
I have a great idea for an EAG event! Who should I tell?
Terrific! Please visit our Make A Pitch to the Events Committee page. The form there will capture all of the details about your proposal for the committee to review at an upcoming meeting.
Do you rent out your space?
The Episcopal Actors' Guild of America, Inc. - 1 East 29th Street - New York, NY 10016 - (212) 685-2927
The Episcopal Actors' Guild (est. 1923) provides emergency aid and support to professional performers of all faiths and none who are undergoing financial crisis. We are also dedicated to helping emerging artists advance their careers through scholarships, awards, and performance opportunities. The Episcopal Actors' Guild is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, tax-exempt charitable organization. All services are strictly confidential. Review our Privacy Policy.
photography by Ahron R. Foster
The Episcopal Actors' Guild (est. 1923) provides emergency aid and support to professional performers of all faiths and none who are undergoing financial crisis. We are also dedicated to helping emerging artists advance their careers through scholarships, awards, and performance opportunities. The Episcopal Actors' Guild is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, tax-exempt charitable organization. All services are strictly confidential. Review our Privacy Policy.
photography by Ahron R. Foster
