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Unleash your inner performer with a wide range of acting classes in NYC. From beginner to advanced, learn the art of acting, improve your confidence, and develop your storytelling skills in a supportive environment.

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Broadway Experience Summer Intensive Level 1 (11-14yrs)

The Broadway Experience @ 3 Lafayette Ave, Brooklyn, NY

Week one of our summer intensive offers over 75 triple threat based classes, workshops, and lectures split between three levels based on age and experience.  Week two shifts focus to stage performance taking students through an intense rehearsal process culminating in a major performing opportunity. ​Level One is advanced beginner and offers introductory dance, voice, and acting classes for students ages 11-14.  Our incredible faculty...

Beginner 11 - 14 years old
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$2,200

12 sessions

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Intro to Storytelling

Shawn Wickens @ 477 10th Ave, New York, NY

In this class you will learn the basic elements of truthful, autobiographical storytelling. Both written and verbal exercises will help you to develop skills to command a room, engage your audience & create new material.  Starr Kendall is the co-founder of the Bad Theater Fest and Bad Film Fest. He has told stories at No, You Tell It!, Oh, Hey Guys!, The Dump, Start the Car and Loss & Translation with This Red Door at Galapagos...

(25) All levels 18 and older
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$60

4 sessions

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2-Week Auditioning for TV with Blaine Johnston

Actors Connection New York @ 519 8th Ave 12th. Fl, New York, NY

Blaine's background is in behind the camera & theater casting and he continues to work in various casting offices in New York City. He most recently worked on the 2023 Pilot Season and the 4th Season of YOUNGER on TVLand. He was the casting director for the short film Mariachi Madness and was/is a casting director for two NY theater companies, RAL Productions and Goldfish Memory Productions. His strengths are helping actors learn what it takes...

(323) All levels 15 and older
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$149

2 sessions

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Musical Theater Auditioning

Primary Stages ESPA @ 307 W 38th St, New York, NY

Through her work on Hands on a Hardbody, On the 20th Century, and Bring it On, Tony-nominated lyricist and composer Amanda Green offers a unique insight into both how to interpret a lyric and how to give those you're auditioning for what they want to see. Over two nights, Amanda will work with you on audition material while also leading an in-depth discussion on what writers and creative teams are looking for when you audition –...

(11) All levels 18 and older
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$180

2 sessions

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Naked Voice, Naked Awareness

New York Open Center @ 22 E 30th St, New York, NY

Discover the contemplative, creative and compelling art of spoken word and sung voice as a spiritual practice. This interactive evening introduces the pioneering voice work of Chloe Goodchild, international singer, author, and founder of The Naked Voice.

(299) All levels 18 and older
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Teen Acting Intensive

The Arts Effect @ 440 Lafayette St, New York, NY

Students will focus on the advancement of their acting technique and skill set. Through the exploration of sensory work, improvisation, character/scene study, text analysis, and more, participants will learn to achieve rich, natural, and honest acting perfect for stage or film.

(1) All levels 12 - 15 years old
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$710

5 sessions

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Advanced Theatre Scenes & 1-Act Performance The Exploration of Process to Presentation

Actors Technique NY Kids & Teens @ 519 8th Ave, New York, NY

A 9-Week in depth discovery of a full scene and Short One Acts.  We’ll explore an actor’s journey from text analysis to final staging of scene on stage.  Highly specific advanced training for actors, taught by one of NYU’s finest.  Parents will be invited to view final class presentation on the final day.  Attendance for this advanced class will be mandatory, so please be sure your calendar allows for this.  ...

(7) All levels 15 and older
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$695

9 sessions

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Voice & Text Workshop

Linklater Center @ 500 8th Ave, New York, NY

Unlock the power of your voice and connect with your audience like never before. Join this expressive workshop at the prestigious Linklater Center and learn vocal warm-up techniques, release physical tension, and develop vocal resonance and strength. Discover how to speak with authenticity and clarity, whether you're a performer, a public speaker, or simply want to improve your communication skills.

(31) All levels 18 and older
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$250

2 sessions

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Teen Strutter (Acting & Modeling for Teens)

Strut Model & Talent Agency

This twelve (12) week course is action packed with modeling and acting. Multiple acting disciplines  will be taught such as improv, monologues, cold read, commercial and auditioning techniques. Modeling techniques include runway, photo shoot movement, the use of props and portfolio development. The business aspect of acting and modeling will be introduced as well. Audition how to's. industry etiquette and social graces for everyday life will...

Beginner 13 - 19 years old
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$3,000

12 sessions

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ESL Beginner Acting Class III: On-Going Scene Study

The Barrow Group Acting School @ 312 W 36th St, New York, NY

In this class, students will continue to work with The Barrow Group tools via scene study and monologues to gain a deeper and more precise understanding and use of the tools. Students also begin the process of self evaluation. Prerequisite: Beginners Acting Class I & II

(66) Beginner 18 and older
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$495

10 sessions

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Voice Over Intensive

Acting & Voice Studios @ 213 W 35th St, New York, NY

2-Week Voice Over Intensive with Top Talent Agent, Billy Collura CESD Agency. Meet and work with one of the top agents from one of the leading agencies for Voice-Over. CESD is one of the nation’s most prestigious commercial, voice-over, print, digital influencer, theatrical/TV-film and young performer talent agencies and a dominant force in our industry. Based in the media capitals of the world, New York City and Los Angeles, the company’s...

(24) Intermediate 16 and older
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$169

2 sessions

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Six-Week Advanced Acting

Russell Acting Studio @ 1627 Broadway, New York, NY

Our advanced classes require a more rigorous examination of scripts, scenes, and character. This class is perfect for the actor who wishes to work more and make stronger choices (sometimes with limited time). The class teaches the actor to dive deeper into text analysis of the scenes and monologues, and will help you improve your audition technique and get more callbacks. By the end of this six week course you will leave the class with: Work on...

(6) Advanced 16 and older
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$240

6 sessions

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Excel Teen Intensive

Broadway Workshop @ 305 W 38th St, New York, NY

Excel Teen Intensive is a 5-day summer program geared toward our older students with a strong passion for the performing arts. While every student will study the 3 disciplines of musical theatre (Acting, Singing and Dance), this program allows students to choose a major (Acting, Voice or Dance). Students will prepare solo and small group pieces in preparation for our end of program production, where they will perform for a panel of New York...

All levels 13 - 19 years old
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$1,295

5 sessions

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Musical Theater Audition Master Class with Scott Wojcik

Actors Connection New York @ 519 8th Ave 12th. Fl, New York, NY

For this Master Class, please prepare 2 contrasting 16 bar cuts and bring your book as Scott may want to hear something additional. The afternoon will start off with a Q & A, and then each actor will perform for Scott using your prepared material in a group format. he will coach, give direction and offer possible recommendations of material to "check out" if what you are currently using doesn't "work".

(323) Advanced 18 and older
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Musical Theater Masterclass with Paul Hardt

Actors Connection New York @ 500 8th Ave, New York, NY

Don't miss this new Musical Theater Masterclass with Broadway Casting Director Paul Hardt! His Broadway casting credits: ONCE UPON A ONE MORE TIME, WEST SIDE STORY, COME FLY AWAY, AUGUST: OSAGE COUNTY, CAINE MUTINY COURT MARTIAL, A MOON FOR THE MISBEGOTTEN, ON GOLDEN POND and HOT FEET. National Tours: ANNIE, DIRTY DANCING, CATS, LEGENDS!, A BRONX TALE and THE BODYGUARD. Regional Theatre: Goodspeed Opera House, TheaterWorks Hartford, Fulton Theatre,...

(323) Advanced 18 and older
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Finally Uncover and Remove the Blocks to Your Success

IN Studios @ 115 W 29th Street, New York, NY

Book More Acting Jobs - Guaranteed: Finally Uncover and Remove the Blocks to Your Success Book More Jobs! What's the definition of insanity? Doing the same thing over and over again expecting different results. Isn't it time you tried something new, with proven results? Our marketing training helps actors get from where they are to where they want to be - fast! Our morning session focusses on uncovering your personal blocks to success. There’s...

(20) All levels 18 and older
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$175
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Fun & Fast Ways to Build your Acting Business

IN Studios @ 115 W 29th Street, New York, NY

Book More Acting Jobs: Fun & Fast Ways to Build your Acting Business Book More Jobs and Build Your Business In our afternoon session, we’ll unleash your inner ActorPROneur. Make running your acting brand and business fun! Special deals are available if you also want to take our morning session and learn to release the personal blocks to your success holding you back. Our marketing training helps actors get from where they are to where...

(20) All levels 18 and older
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$175
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Scene Study - Exploring the Primary Stages Season

Primary Stages ESPA @ 307 W 38th St, New York, NY

Admissions Qualifications Successful candidates must participate in and pass an audition before registering for this program, schedule an audition at the "Request Info" submission above. All registrations are subject to approval by The Primary Stages Einhorn School of Performing Arts. In this new 10-week class, you will work on scenes by the 2018/19 Primary Stages Season playwrights. The Primary Stages Artistic Team (Casey Childs, Founder; Andrew...

(11) All levels 18 and older
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$560

10 sessions

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The Voiceover with Sharon Washington

Primary Stages ESPA @ 307 W 38th St, New York, NY

Recording voiceover work both in-studio and from your own home is one of those unique side-hustles that is lucrative, flexible, and even artistically fulfilling!  In this 2-day workshop, veteran actor Sharon Washington will share the technical and acting-based skills necessary to successfully record voiceover for commercial and audiobook work, and have you apply these techniques to your own recording for in-class feedback and guidance. This...

(11) All levels 18 and older
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$160

2 sessions

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Reader's Theatre 55+

West Side YMCA - Community Arts @ 5 W 63rd St, New York, NY

A great class for theater enthusiasts to learn, explore, and experience dynamic new plays. Each week, the class reads a contemporary play cold from start to finish, developing character spontaneously. With the instructor's creative guidance, students learn to accumulate circumstances and make creative choices about character. At the conclusion of the cold reading, the class has a thoughtful discussion of the play, its cultural context, impact, and...

(30) Beginner 21 and older
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$402

7 sessions

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