NABAS formerly known as the BPAF (Black Playwrights & Actors Foundation) was founded in 1992 by Antoinette M. Dailey.  NABAS actively works on behalf of its members to secure employment in acting. Although we can not and do not guarantee our members work as an actor or guarantee them agent representation, we do proactively seek working opportunities for members. NABAS is sought out by agents, Casting Directors, Producers, etc. for Black-American actors for work in all areas of the entertainment industry. Examples include: Motion Picture (major and independent), Television, Radio, Theater, Print, Voice-Over, Commercials, not for profit work, etc. At times, NABAS sponsors auditions exclusive to members. We also submit headshots and resumes on behalf of members. A wide variety of Industry Discounts are also available to members such as, seminars with agents and Casting Directors. NABAS serves as a Networking group. By interfacing with other members there are opportunities to learn what is happening in the industry. Some members have made close friends and industry contacts by meeting through NABAS events. We have many social activities and always invite Agents, Casting Directors, Producers, Playwrights as well as celebrity members. NABAS welcomes all industry professional to join our membership.      

NABAS seeks to become The voice for Black Americans (and African American descendants) in the Entertainment Industry as we are the fourth largest ethnic group in the United States of America. We also seek to promote a positive image of Black Americans and Blacks in the media while carefully balancing the reality that as actors, we may portray "negative types" in order to work or "break-in" to the industry. NABAS works as your advocate when these issues may face you.    

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