The Talent Company of Australia specialises in launching the careers of young, up-and-coming actors.
They offer professional representation to help aspiring actors secure work in the entertainment industry, as well as screen acting training to equip you with the skills you need to stand out on screen.
Over the past 20 years, the TCA has built a solid reputation and relationship with leading casting agents across Australia and internationally.
Professional Representation
The Talent Company of Australia’s tailored membership packages provide their talent with everything they need to begin a career as a professional actor. Members will have the opportunity to participate in the TCAโs exclusive workshops, led by prominent casting agents and professional industry specialists, to further develop their skills and improve their audition technique.
The Talent Company of Australia’s exclusive membership packages include:
- Professional headshots
- Access to the TCA Screen Acting Workshops and Short Courses with major casting directors and industry professionals
- Online profiles with leading industry websites Casting Networks and Showcast
- 12 months of agency representation
The Talent Company of Australia Credits
The Talent Company of Australia talent have been cast in feature films, short films, TV series, TV commercials, musicals, plays, operas, and online campaigns.
Hereโs a short list of some of their credits:
Screen: Shantaram, Summer Love, You Always, The Clearing, inBESTigators, Love Divided by Eleven, Mustangs FC, Force of Nature, Neighbours, Swift Street, Barracuda, Nowhere Boys, Family Law, Hacksaw Ridge, House Husbands, Jaโmie: Private School Girl, Dr. Blake, Miss Fisherโs Murder Mysteries
Stage: Beauty and the Beast, Tina: The Tina Turner Musical, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, The Lion King, School of Rock, Matilda, Liโl Elivis Jones and the Truckstoppers: The Musical, Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Evita, Kinky Boots, The Sound of Music
Screen Acting Training
The Talent Company of Australia runs Screen Acting Workshops and Short Courses throughout the year. These sessions give young, up and coming actors an opportunity build essential screen acting skills and learn helpful audition techniques.
Students who are new to screen acting will develop a strong grounding in the fundamentals of performing in front of the camera, and those building on their established skill set will extend their knowledge of working with film and TV scripts, developing character and most importantly, learning how to show their very best work at their next audition.
These fun and relaxed sessions also offer a valuable opportunity to work with leading industry professionals, such as acting coaches, Casting Agents, and working actors.
To book for their next event, head to The Talent Company of Australia’s website.
REUBEN LIVERSIDGE Head Talent Agent
Reuben began his career with Stage School Australia as a student before moving into teaching and has now worked for the company for over 15 years. Reuben has been instrumental in the establishment of The Talent Company of Australia as a well-respected Melbourne agency.
Reuben studied Theatre and Cinema at the Victorian College of Arts and LaTrobe University. He has appeared on both stage and screen throughout his career as a performer. As a young actor, Reuben starred in 2 seasons of the classic Australian TV series Round the Twist as well as guest roles in Blue Heelers and Driven Crazy. Reuben has also featured in several TV commercials for big brands, including Toyota, Medibank and Dare Ice Coffee.
Reuben was a founding member of international theatre company, Four Larks, and has performed in several of their works over the years, including a successful tour across the U.S. in 2014. Reuben is also a freelance reviewer for theatre and film, contributing many reviews for leading industry website ArtsHub.
Reuben brings a depth of knowledge and experience to his role as Head Talent Agent. He has a deep understanding of what it takes to start out in the industry as a young performer and prides himself on guiding new talent to achieve their dreams.
Testimonials
โI would not be where I am today at all if it werenโt for Reubenโs tireless hard work and endless support! I can be proud of the trajectory of my career so far because you were my agent, and I am forever grateful for you!โ – Tharanya, TCA Alumni, Shantaram (Apple TV+), Year Of (Stan), Mustangs F.C. (ABC)
โI joined TCA almost 10 years ago when I was just 15 years old and was very green to the industry. Reuben helped me on my journey to start auditioning for serious projects, which led me to quickly securing my first job less than a year later as a supporting role in the TV series โNowhere Boysโ.
Not only has he been there to support my journey, Reuben has always had my best interests at heart and not to mention been my number one fan helping me to succeed and achieve greatness.
Reuben has always been there day and night to help, whether Iโve been nervous for an audition or even stressed for a role. Even in times of struggle, he has remained reassuring and stuck by my side for anything Iโve had to go through in my acting career.โ – Liam, TCA Alumni, Nowhere Boys (ABC), Sunflower (Cannes Film Festival)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the role of a talent agency? The role of a talent agency, like the TCA, is to submit performers for professional auditions, negotiate contracts and provide ongoing support to the performers it represents. Every day the TCA gets contacted by Casting Agents looking to audition performers for different professional projects. They will send what is called a โbriefโ which breaks down all the roles they are seeing actors for. Your agent will choose the appropriate talent to suggest for the appropriate roles. This is based on several factors, such as your hair colour, your height, your age, what skills you have etc. The Casting Agent will then decide who they would like to see for an audition.
What sort of projects does the TCA receive briefs for? The TCA receives briefs for all types of projects including feature films, short films, TV series, TV commercials, musicals, plays, operas and online and corporate videos. The TCA regularly receives briefs from leading networks including Netflix, Stan, ABC, SBS, Disney Plus, and leading Australian theatre and musical theatre producers.
Is everyone who applies for the agency accepted? No, not everyone who applies for representation is invited to join the agency. Representation is highly competitive and approximately a third of applicants who audition are invited to join the agency.
Can you guarantee me auditions or jobs? Agents cannot guarantee auditions because the decision of which talent to see for an audition is made by the Casting Director of an individual project. Your agent will work hard to submit talent for roles and secure opportunities, but the final selection is with casting teams.
How do I join? To be considered for representation by The Talent Company of Australia, young performers need to either attend an in-person Screen Test Audition or submit a Self-Tape Screen Test Audition. They hold Screen Test Auditions in Melbourne and Brisbane throughout the year and accept Self-Tape auditions anytime.
Head to The Talent Company of Australia’s website to register for their next in-person sessions or fill out an online enquiry form to receive information about how to film and submit a self-tape.