BTJ University · Online & In Person

The Next Generation of Hollywood

A Live Acting & Entertainment Master Class

Date

Saturday, October 10th, 2026

Doors open at 12:00 PM

Time

1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Detroit, Michigan (Hybrid) · Attend in person or join live from anywhere

Brandon T. Jackson

Interactive Q&A, Industry Insights, Network with Young Creators, Practical Tools & Resources, In Person or Online

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Limited flash pricing on student and family passes — crossed-out rates are the previous ticket prices, gold is what you pay now.

Online access

Online

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Online Student Pass

$99

$75

  • Live Stream Access
  • Q&A Participation
  • Digital Workbook
  • Replay (30 Days)

Best for remote students

Register

Reward

$15 DoorDashGift Card

Included with every online pass purchase.

Online

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Online Family Pass

$199

$145

  • Household Access
  • Parent Guide
  • Student Workbook
  • Resource Library
  • Replay (30 Days)

Household learning access

Register

Reward

$15 DoorDashGift Card

Included with every online pass purchase.

In-person access

In Person

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In-Person Student

$249

$199

  • Live Event Access
  • Workbook
  • Networking
  • Photos
  • Lunch / Refreshments

Live event access

In Person

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Parent & Teen Experience

$399

$349

  • Two Admissions
  • Parent Guide
  • Student Workbook
  • Networking Session
  • Reserved Seating

Two admissions included

VIP experience

In Person

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VIP Hollywood Experience

$995

  • Premium Seating
  • Meet & Greet
  • Professional Photo
  • Signed Keepsake
  • Small-Group Q&A
  • VIP Reception
  • Exclusive Networking
  • 1-Year BTJ University Membership
  • Event Recording
  • Exclusive Digital Resources

Premium access + membership

If you have any questions or concerns, contact support at 213-934-8875.

Curriculum

What you'll cover

Five practical modules built for young creatives who want real industry tools. Learn directly from a working actor, comedian, and entrepreneur. This masterclass is built for young talent ready to treat entertainment like a real career path.

  1. 01

    Auditions & Casting

    How to prepare, present, and stand out in the room.

  2. 02

    Building Your Brand

    Craft a clear creative identity that opens doors.

  3. 03

    Industry Networking

    Meet people the right way and turn introductions into opportunity.

  4. 04

    Confidence & Performance

    Strengthen presence, delivery, and on-camera readiness.

  5. 05

    The Business of Entertainment

    Understand the systems behind sustainable creative careers.

Opportunity

Casting Call Opportunity

The Next Generation of Hollywood will include a casting-call component for aspiring actors, creators, comedians, and other talent. Attendees will learn more about upcoming opportunities connected to Brandon T. Jackson and BTJ University. Individuals who join BTJ University will have the opportunity to audition and be considered for upcoming film, television, digital, and other entertainment projects.

Participation in an audition does not guarantee casting.

Project Funding

Looking for project funding?

Upload your pitch deck and a 60-second video. The BTJ University team reviews every submission in the portal and follows up when a project is a fit.

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