Transgender Talent

26/01/2024

I've written an update about how things are progressing in the entertainment industry, how my job search is going, and in the battle for transgender medical care and privacy rights. Please consider contributing today! Everyone

I'm Ann Thomas, and I've worked for 8 years in the film and TV industry in the Los Angeles are… Ann Thomas needs your support for Help Ann with monthly bills

07/01/2024

In December of 2016, I had the fortune of both performing on the stage at the Beverly Hilton, as well as making one of the signs for the parking garage they were building next to it at the time. In the photo below, I'm posing with the sign - made of stainless steel that is embedded into the concrete wall, and will be for decades to come. The other photo is me on the stage, wearing a white belt on my black dress in the front row. It was well attended and I recognized many of the audience members who were celebrities coming to show support for the Trevor Project.

Tonight, January 7, 2024, is the Golden Globes award show, taking place on the same stage I performed on. All those folks getting awards and in the audience could be driving by the sign I made.

Please help me to stay afloat so that some day I can be back on that stage, or in the audience in support of someone whose career I've helped.

https://gofund.me/bee7a8bb

17/10/2023

Please take a look at Ann's GoFundMe! Please share, like, and spread the word!

I'm Ann Thomas, and I've worked for 8 years in the film and TV industry in the Los Angeles are… Ann Thomas needs your support for Help Ann with monthly bills

13/10/2023

Ann's restarted her Patreon! Please like and share this, and visit her Patreon for more information!

Get more from Ann Thomas on Patreon

30/08/2023

Our newest project Mama McQueen's Tavern and Drag Show. If you're a Queen Mary fan you'll love this scripted series! Please consider pledging today and help us employ more transgender and nonbinary actors!

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https://seedandspark.com/fund/mama-mcqueens

29/08/2023

https://seedandspark.com/fund/mama-mcqueens
Here it is! My newest project Mama McQueen's Tavern and Drag Show. If you're a Queen Mary fan you'll love this scripted series! Please consider pledging today and help us employ more transgender actors!

By supporting this project you're not just investing in entertainment, but you’re helping shine a light on history, diversity, and community. This is a show that celebrates love, acceptance, and the unbreakable spirit of individuals who come together in the name of family and community.

04/08/2023

Congrats to our good friend Russell Boast !!!

Casting director Russell Boast, producer Annabelle K. Frost, producer Nana Greenwald, writer-director Tamar Halpern, animator David Kuhn, producer-director Sheldo…

20/06/2023

Tune in tomorrow at 9 am PST to https://www.blogtalkradio.com/the-art-of-film-funding/2023/06/21/ann-thomas-manages-transgender-talent-agency-for-films-tv for a very special interview of Ann Thomas by the fine folks of From The Heart Productions!

Ann Thomas manages Transgender Talent Agency for Films & TV. To learn more about From the Heart Productions visit www.FromtheHeartProductions.com

02/06/2023

Vittorio Wyatt Gray is the voice of Eternity, a new fabulous character in the Street Fighter franchise. Eternity debuts in Street Fighter 6 as the host of the Battle Hub, and introduces the players to the game. In the Battle Hub players can customize their own avatar and select from a range of personalized options with levels of self expression that reach new heights, and Eternity serves as their approving voice of inclusion.

"It is an honor voicing Eternity and bringing such an important character to life. Thank you Capcom for such an amazing opportunity and for recognizing the importance of representation. Welcome to the world of Street Fighter!" - Vittorio Wyatt Gray

14/04/2023

In her latest podcast appearance, TT founder Ann Thomas gets real in the first segment of the latest episode of Deep Dive with Shawn C Fettig, a podcast where Shawn, a legal policy specialist, interviews folks about big issues.

This episode also features an interview with Dr. Sara Benesh, a judicial specialist at University of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and ends with some thoughtful opining by Shawn on the current state of the Republican party and the cruelty of formerly-grand old party.

Check out the podcast here!

In the first part of this episode, I'm talking to Ann Thomas – founder, CEO, and manager of Transgender Talent – an independent production company and talent management for trans performers and artists. We talk about the entertainment industry, ho...

31/03/2023

We here at Transgender Talent wish everyone a happy Trans Day Of Visibility!

Since our founding, our mission has been to grow positive visibility of our community as depicted in film, television, animation, video games, and music, as well as maintain a support network for transgender laborers in the entertainment industry.

That's why we're excited to announce the launch of our very own line of merch!

Show off your trans pride, celebrate our holiday, and increase your visibility with q***r designs in a wide variety of colors, fabrics, and patterns on T-Shirts, Sweaters, Hoodies, Stickers, Magnets and so much more!

With even more designs on their way, there's something for everyone~

Find the comfiest way to celebrate your true self year-round by shopping at https://transgendertalent.threadless.com

30/03/2023

Check out Transgender Talent founder and transgender performer's advocate Ann Thomas on acclaimed acting coach Brian Patacca's latest episode of his podcast, Brain Breaks Character!

From Brian -

Ann is A LOT of fun and isn't afraid to tell it like it is!

She talks through the unique challenges trans & non-binary actors can face on set; in audition rooms; and in closed-door meetings.

Ann is a fierce advocate for actors ( ← just my kinda human!): She educates showbizniz professionals on how to work effectively & respectfully with her clients while always striving to create more safe & supportive opportunities for trans & non-binary performer.🏳️‍⚧️

Ann brings her whole enchilada manager expertise to this episode – so if you want to know how to be a better client to your reps (or just want new reps!) she's got some great advice to get you started (i.e., what your reel should – and should not! – include).

Always on your side,
Brian ✊🏻✊🏼✊🏽✊🏾✊🏿🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️♿️

Check out Ann's Interview, episode #114, at the link below!

https://plnk.to/brian-breaks-character/e/?to=page&__s=fwvaeynaq84ng97ir1pj

11/03/2023

Check out Amy Homberg playing the role of Robin in popular Belgian Series "Lisa"!

Here she is, in character as Robin, getting interviewed about being transgender.

Check out the show on CANAL+, accessible in Europe, or by using your preferred VPN!

07/03/2023

Congratulations and huge shoutout to Vittorio Wyatt Gray for his work as the narrator for this lovely book by JR and Vanessa Ford, "Calvin"!

It's about a transgender child being accepted by his loved ones after coming out.

It can be found anywhere audiobooks are rented or sold.

This is Wyatt's second turn as audiobook narrator, his first being "Versions of Love" by N'Tyse and Raynesha Pittman

https://www.audible.com/pd/Calvin-Audiobook/B0BG5WBK62

20/11/2022

November 20th is Transgender Day Of Remembrance.

Each year, we remember the names of our transgender and nonbinary siblings lost to transphobia-driven violence.

Today we mourn. Tomorrow, we make a better world.

Amariey Lej
Duval Princess
Cypress Ramos
Naomie Skinner
Matthew Angelo Spampinato
Paloma Vazquez
Tatiana Labelle
Kathryn “Katie” Newhouse
Kenyatta ‘Kesha” Webster
Miia Love Parker
Ariyanna Mitchell
Fern Feather
Ray Muscat
Nedra Sequence Morris
Chanelika Y'Ella Dior Hemingway
Sasha Mason
Brazil Johnson
Shawmaynè Giselle Marie
Kitty Monroe
Martasia Richmond
Keshia Chanel Geter
Cherry Bush
Marisela Castro
Hayden Davis
Kandii Reed
Aaron Lynch
Maddie Hofmann
Dede Ricks
Mya Allen
Acey Morrison
Semaj Billingslea
Tiffany Banks
Kimberly Kimble
Toi Davis

Video description: a lit candle burning in otherwise complete darkness

20/11/2022

Did we see you at the Luminate Data mixer this week? A number of our talented clients joined us in making an appearance! 🏳️‍⚧️🥂

ID: Seven Transgender Talent stars (from left to right: Lyz Tory, Keytara Mitchell, Ann Thomas, Maximilliana Gladden, Zoey Luna, Shannon Gibbs, and Emmett Preciado) pose in a row in at the Luminate mixer.

15/11/2022

Happy ! One way you can uplift transgender voices this year is by reserving your ticket to Celebration Theatre's HEAR THEM LOUD, a multidisciplinary event featuring original work by trans and GNC artists this Thursday night at Los Angeles LGBT Center. Among the line-up are THREE Transgender Talent clients: Alexia Jasmene, I Am B. Alexander, and Jude Batterman, under the leadership of our friend Shaan Dasani! More info and tickets available at celebrationtheatre.org. 🏳️‍⚧️

ID: The promotional graphic for Hear Them Loud, direcyed by Shaan Dasani (he/they) and produced by Amanda Kruger (they/them). Purple text reads "Thursday, November 17th - 7:30 pm. LA LGBT Center, Davidson-Valentini Theatre." Below it are the vertically cropped headshots of Alexia Jasmene, B Alexander, and Jude Batterman.

06/11/2022

Congratulations to Socks Whitmore for a successful opening weekend to , a limited-run immersive experience by Alterea Inc.! All of our clients are stars, but in this one-of-a-kind devised show sprawling both floors of LA's Sassafras Saloon, Socks plays a character with a chance to become a literal heavenly body. Boasting a cast of over 20 actors, this devised theatrical experience includes themes of gender identity and expression, q***r relationships, and coming into yourself. The show has multiple storylines and multiple endings to be unlocked, so we recommend you go twice, and be sure to look for Socks as the young nonbinary Malachite Burns! Tickets @ https://bit.ly/StardustImm.

ID: On the left, a 2D graphic of a person in a flowing dress ascending a ladder into a blue-black and red starry galaxy. Gold stylized text reads “Alterea presents STARDUST. If you want to walk among the stars, you’ll have to brave the darkness… Nov 3-20 at the Hotel Dion/Sassafras Hotel. Tickets: Go to AltereaInc.com, on sale now.” On the left, Socks Whitmore's headshot.

04/10/2022

Tomorrow night is going to be ! Don't miss Maximilliana in the line up of "Legends of Drag" at Precinct DTLA, only on Tuesday 10/4 at 10:00 pm. 👑 💅

ID: A black background poster for "Legends of Drag," featuring a photoshopped collage of headshots of the various featured drag queens. Pink text reads "Doors at 8, drag show at 10."

02/10/2022

Sending love to our humans down at Long Beach Trans Pride today, especially performing artists Andrea Scarlett and Delia Rawdon!

ID: A poster for the 2nd Annual Trans Pride Long Beach at Recreation Park, on October 2, 2022 from 11:00 AM-6:00 PM. A photo of a beach shore with a pink sky sits under photos and logos of the performers and sponsors of the event, including Andrea Scarlett as entertainment and Delia Rawdon amongst the speakers.

30/09/2022

A hearty congratulations to Vittorio Wyatt Gray for his role on , a feature film now streaming on Amazon Prime Video, hoopla digital, Vudu, and Tubi. In addition to being a co-executive producer on this hair salon comedy, he steals the show during his cameo as the eccentric small business owner Jafeer. Looking sharp, Wyatt! 💇🏿‍♂️

ID: On the left is a poster for the film "Bob n Weave," with the tagline "From Blowout to Knockout" in pink and white text below an image of a long-haired Black femme holding hair salon instruments in both hands above smaller images of a collection of Black femmes. On the right is Vittorio Wyatt Gray's headshot, a Black trans man in a red Muhammad Ali shirt.

16/09/2022

Congratulations on a successful opening night to our Lover Boy Hennessy Winkler and the whole cast of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s OKLAHOMA! currently performing at Center Theatre Group's Ahmanson Theatre! Our management team had a blast watching him in the groundbreaking T4T portrayal of a sexy Will Parker to the one and only Sis's "Yes, I Am Ado Goddamn Annie." Los Angeles theatre lovers shouldn't miss the chance to give this show a proper Oklahoma hello! 🤠💋 🌽


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1 - Jessica Joyce, Ann Thomas, Hennessee Winkler, Crystal Stull, and Socks Whitmore stand in a row with big smiles in front of an outdoor advertisement for the Oklahoma tour.
2 - A photo of a gold-tinged poster for Oklahoma, featuring Hennessy Winkler and Sis in costume as Will Parker and Ado Annie. A quote from the Hollywood Reporter reads, "A REVELATION. A bold reimagining you might almost mistake for a new work."
3 - Sis, the Black transgender woman playing Ado Annie, beams onstage as she lifts Hennessy, the white trans man in chaps playing Will Parker.
4 - A poster for Oklahoma featuring a dramatic photo of Hennessy with the subtitle "The Lover Boy."
5 - A photo of the white LED sign for Oklahoma that spells "OK!"

29/08/2022

This is just a working theory, but we think it’s pretty amazing that our VO guy Greg Vinciguerra rocked the red carpet this week at Great Wolf Lodge’s premiere of their debut animated film, The Great Wolf Pack: A Call to Adventure, in which he voiced one of the leading characters, Brinley Bear! Swipe for some photos taken by and with another TT star, Crystal Stull, who engineered some of the recording sessions for his character.


1 - Greg, a cool guy dressed in a suit and tie, mimics the playful pose of a cardboard cutout of his character, Brinley Bear
2 - Greg poses with his arms folded in front of a hedge column bearing a colorful poster for the film, The Great Wolf Pack
3 - The cast and director pose in front of the Great Wolf Pack-themed step and repeat. From left to right: Brandon Winckler, Greg Vinciguerra, director Chris Bailey, Xanthe Huynh, and Maya Aoki Tuttle
4 - Greg and Crystal, a dark haired vampiress in a black dress and red mask, pose in front of a Great Wolf Pack promotional backdrop. Greg points to his character Brinley in the lower left.
5 - Castmates Brandon, Greg, Xanthe, and Maya pose with clawed hands by the step and repeat
6 - Castmates Maya, Greg, and Brandon pose with senior VP Brooke
7 - Greg poses with an arched eyebrow and his hands on his hips in front of the Great Wolf Lodge step and repeat
8 - The present cast and crew of "The Great Wolf Pack" poses for a photo together

24/08/2022

So proud of our client Bryson Quinn for winning Best Actor at the Foreman Empire Productions TV & Movie Awards with his performance in ! 🥳


ID: A black and green graphic for The Foreman Empire Productions TV & Movie Awards 2022. Glowing text reads "WINNER: Best Actor - Bryson Quinn, "How to Tie A Tie." Festival directors Shreco Bakari & Ashley Chanel. Awards date August 13, 2022." In the bottom left is a photo of Bryson Quinn, a Black nonbinary person with a short fro and blue shirt.

01/08/2022

Look at the singers of our music roster go!! Very excited to be blown away by Key Change's winter releases later this year 🤩

14/07/2022

Happy from Transgender Talent! There is no one way to be non-binary; the diverse and unique faces we have on our own roster are living proof. Today and every day, we want to lift up our talented non-binary clients and comrades—drop some love down below as we celebrate these beautiful artists and their gender non-conforming magic! ✨

IDs in the comments 💛🤍💜🖤

14/07/2022

Happy from the q***r cuties of Key Change! We love all of the gender non-conforming comrades in our group, and to the nonbinary stars we have yet to meet, we want you to know—you are not alone.

To celebrate that fact and send our love to all the enbies in our sphere, today we're releasing the lyric video for the KCE cover of the Dear Evan Hansen iconic number, YOU WILL BE FOUND. Here's a taste of the opening title cards; for the full video, hop on over to the Key Change Ensemble YouTube channel at https://youtu.be/KrFcbfr5FRs.

Even when the dark comes crashing through,
When you need someone to carry you
When you're broken on the ground

You Will Be Found.


Video description: An instrumental score plays under a sequence of title cards that read, “From the musical DEAR EVAN HANSEN, words and music by Benj Pasek and Justin Paul. Performed by Key Change Ensemble. “You Will Be Found.”

09/07/2022

So proud of our friend D'Lo and the success of his show at Center Theatre Group's Kirk Douglas Theatre! Changing the world for trans entertainers, one gender joke at a time. 🏳️‍⚧️✨ A throwback to when Transgender Talent’s Ann Thomas and Kendra Neuberger first saw it at the Los Angeles LGBT Center—can’t wait to see where it goes next. Last chance to let him make you laugh is tomorrow, don’t miss out!

As Ann once said in Rolling Stone (“Inside First Hollywood Talent Agency for Trans People,” 2016):

"You can’t just say, “From now on it will be all trans people playing trans roles.” You’re not going to see that happen overnight. I believe we should have that eventually, but it’s going to take a while to get to that point. I’m going to really go out on a limb here and say that I think it’s going to be through trans men. Every trans man I have met and worked with has been just the most gentlemanly kind, nice thoughtful person I have ever met, and far more of a man than I could have been back before I transitioned."

ID: Kendra Neuberger, D’Lo, and Ann Thomas smile for a picture together after D’Lo’s performance.

30/06/2022

is one of the faces of this article on !

Posted • America's LBGTQ+ Youth are Under Attack - THE ADVOCATE celebrates 20 Advocates for Change, featuring our client ZOEY LUNA, who at only 20 has proven to be one of the loudest activists out there. So proud ZOEY!

ZOEY LUNA (center) is a trans Latina actress and singer and an activist for her communities. She is the subject of the documentary Raising Zoey, which integrates her life as a high school student with activism around trans students’ rights, immigration, and peer advocacy. She continues to fight for LGBTQ+ youth as rightwing attacks heat up. (she starred in THE CRAFT LEGACY and many other projects to date)

Swipe left for all the covers.




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1 - A cover of The Advocate Magazine article featuring three young q***r people dressed in black T-shirts, including Zoey Luna (a Latina transgender actress) in the center. Small text at the top reads “America’s LGBTQ+ youth are under attack.” Large text reads “20 Advocates for Change.”
2 - An alternate cover of The Advocate Magazine article with the same three young people dressed in their own outfits and smiling into the camera as they hug.
3 - Zoey and another q***r person flip off the camera in their black T-shirts. Yellow vertical text reads “Save the children,” and a pull quote reads “Republicans and right-wing conspiracy theorists have ramped up attacks on LGBTQ+ youth, but the kids are fighting back.”
4 - A close up of Zoey in front of the other two people in her plaid scarf and black T-shirt, which reads “Got trans?”

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30/06/2022

An upcoming release from the talented musicians of Key Change as well as some of our acting roster members! 👏 🎶