We are a small group of working Film & TV actors who thrive off of collaborating with other actors, both new and experienced, to help elevate your auditions, headshots and career.
Meet the Team
Lauren Halperin
Founder & Co-Owner | Teacher | Coach
Lauren Halperin is an actor most recently known for her work on Donald Glover's Atlanta (FX), as a Recurring Guest Star on BMF (Starz), her breakout role as Bella Danvers on Netflix's Insatiable, and starring opposite Samuel L. Jackson in The Last Days of Ptolemy Grey (AppleTV). In recent years, Lauren has been in multiple productions sharing the screen with Anna Kendrick, Rebel Wilson, Michiel Huisman and Charlie Day, and working with directors Ava DuVernay, Mark Boal, and Alex Hardcastle - highlighting her abilities in both comedy and drama.
Other recent credits include, Echo 3 (Apple TV), Candy (Hulu), Senior Year (Netfix), I Want You Back (Amazon), and Stranger Things (Netflix).
Prior to moving to Atlanta, Lauren spent 10 years in Los Angeles where she enjoyed successes on shows such as How I Met Your Mother and Love that Girl.
Lauren's soul is composed of Maya Angelou words & Ray LaMontagne songs. She loves riding her bike, having game night with friends & collaborating with other artists.
Wes Jetton
Co-Owner | Teacher | Coach
Wes Jetton is an American actor from Atlanta, GA. Wes's recent credits include his Guest Star role in Chicago Fire (NBC), his recurring role on The Walking Dead:World Beyond (AMC), Spiderman: No Way Home (Marvel), The Eyes of Tammy Faye (Fox Searchlight), Ozark (Netflix), The First Lady (Showtime), and Senior Year (Paramount).
Wes started acting professionally at the age of 15. After graduating from Tisch School of the Arts at NYU with a BFA in Theatre, he spent the next 10 years in NY performing off broadway and as a part of the Fellowship Company at Williamstown Theatre Festival.
When not on set, Wes enjoys being immersed in the industry and being a resource for other actors. He loves cooking, doing pottery, and spending time with his family and close friends. Additionally, he cherishes his sobriety & is in active recovery.
Zuri James
Coach | Audition Taper
Zuri James has starred in over 30 productions, including a major recurring role in Games People Play on BET and a supporting role on the limited ABC series Women of the Movement. He has also appeared in the Netflix and CW show Legacies, The Wonder Years, P-Valley and the Netflix show Dynasty. Other credits include a supporting role alongside Robert De Niro and Zach Efron in Dirty Grandpa, and a lead role in Your Worst Nightmare on Investigation Discovery.
Zuri worked in finance before making the switch and following in his mother’s footsteps, who was an actress off Broadway for years. Zuri is a published poet and artist who enjoys expressing himself creatively through a myriad of platforms and mediums. He also is an avid supporter of meditation and wellness, and teaches meditation techniques to others as well.
Anny Jules
Coach | Audition Taper
Anny Jules in an actor born and raised in Queens, New York where she performed on various Broadway and off-Broadway stages; most notably playing Young Nala in The Lion King on Broadway where she received the Audelco Rising Star award for excellence in Black Theater. She also starred in Radiant Baby at the Public Theater, directed by George C. Wolfe.
Her recent film and television credits include The Resident (FOX), BMF (Starz), Kindred (Hulu), All My Children (ABC), Preaching to the Choir (BET), Dead Silent (Investigation Discovery), and the feature film Dog Gone, as well as several commercials such as Post Cereal, Honey Nut Cheerios, General Electric, Kraft Macaroni and Cheese, and McDonald's.
Since moving to Atlanta, Anny has enjoyed collaborating with other actors to bring authenticity and truth in the audition space, and is thrilled to join the TWAG team!
Rachel Walters
Social Media Goddess
Rachel Walters is a gifted actress and model. In the near future, you can see Rachel sharing the screen with Toni Collette in Clint Eastwoods film, Juror 2 as well as opposite Brad Pitt in the upcoming F1 movie.
Rachel's previous credits include Michael Keaton's Dopesick (Hulu), Jason Reitman's The Front Runner, Dynasty (CW), The Staircase (HBO Max), as well as several feature films including Crazy Pageant Moms and Chiefs.
Rachel is committed to wellness and health, and loves collaborating with other artists
Marissa Paolella
Social Media Goddess
Marissa Paolella is a New York actress and coach recently relocated to Atlanta, GA. She graduated with a BA in Theatre and Communications from Clemson University. She also trained at the conservatory program Rose Bruford College in London.
Marissa spent her post graduate years in New York performing in off broadway shows and singing in a Classic Rock band before moving to Atlanta in 2023.
Marissa's recent credits include her Lead role in Fall Nights in China Grove (Prime), principal roles in national commercials including a Super Bowl commercial for Mercari, and can be seen in New York, Atlanta and Philadelphia independent film festivals.
When not on set, you can find Marissa booking travel to get to the beach. She enjoys boogie boarding, swimming and hanging out with her friends at a local bar. Catch Marissa in Improv shows at Dad's Garage or Salsa dancing at AATMA.