Acting Classes in NYC, New York

The Beginning Acting Technique class gives new actors the basic tools of technique through Hagen, Strasberg, Meisner, and Guskin. Actors explore the self -- a necessary first step in preparation for building a character -- through sensory work, physical and vocal warm-ups, relaxation and concentration exercises, and improvisation. ...

Audition preparation for Film, TV, Stage and Musical Theatre. Appropriate audition material (monologues, scenes, songs etc.) is chosen and thoroughly worked through and staged.  The actor’s headshot and resume is reviewed and critiqued so they are presenting themselves at their best. Exercises for relaxation, focus and posture are given so...

Everyone works in every class, starting from the first session where actors cold read a monologue. Students are taught how to analyze a scene, make strong and interesting choices, take direction, and audition effectively. The six-week course culminates in an audition workshop before an industry casting director. This class is a perfect refresher course...

Explore the depth and challenges of fully developed characters from Shakespeare, Moliere, Congreve, Shaw, and more to strengthen your acting skills and elevate your performing abilities. Two contrasting classical monologues are assigned. The goals of this course are to: Build confidence in using the full range of your vocal and physical expression...

Ms. Amisano has a Master’s degree in Classical Theater (Shakespeare to Chekhov), and specializes in Classical and Contemporary monologues. Acting lessons consist of three parts: the first part of the lesson is spent warming up the body and doing acting exercises (improvisation and sense-and-memory); the second part is spent working on interpretation...

This ongoing Vocal Production class with Page Clements meets once a week on Thursday evenings and introduces the actor to a range of physical exercises to strengthen breath control and support and relax the throat and upper body. The focus is to develop a stronger vocal tone, resonance, release of useless tension, and value of language. Through a...

HAVE FUN BUT NEVER AT ANOTHER's EXPENSE!  Our classes for teens include both Improv and Stand-Up Comedy training. By combining the two, students receive a comprehensive education in creative writing and critical thinking while developing strong community and leadership skills – team, public speaking, self confidence, respect, listening, focus,...

Improv and Stand-Up Comedy help students discover their best selves building self confidence, creative writing, critical thinking and public speaking. We offer weekly classes Winter, Spring and Fall, plus Summer Camps. We also have teachers at schools, camps and community centers on weekends and after school. Each session starts with Improvisation,...

Audition preparation for Film, TV, Stage and Musical Theatre. Appropriate audition material (monologues, scenes, songs etc.) is chosen and thoroughly worked through and staged.  The actor’s headshot and resume is reviewed and critiqued so they are presenting themselves at their best. Exercises for relaxation, focus and posture are given so...

Scene Study is an actor’s gym - a place for you to hone your craft and keep your skills sharp. It’s an environment for actors to get their reps in, continually tackling new material and gaining confidence in their process. How are you keeping your artistic self in shape? Considered some of the best scene study classes in New York City, Peter...

Building on the Level 1 "Finding Your Voice" course, Level 2 Stand-up is all about solidifying your choices to develop your voice and material into a 10 minute set (it’s longer than you think)!  This course will focus on how to craft a clean set, host a show, and other stand up tricks to solidify your comedic voice. We will workshop material...

The Other Side of the Table: Audition Techniques for Directors The old saying is true: casting is everything. But finding the right actors, in the right roles, is easier said than done. How do you choose? What techniques can strengthen your ability to quickly and effectively match actor and role? And how do we change the process itself so that it...

In this 4-week workshop taught by veteran comedian Carole Montgomery, you'll learn the basics of joke writing, brainstorm ideas for material, present that material on the Q.E.D. stage, receive feedback from Carole and fellow students and, finally, perform your five minutes at a "graduation" show with fellow students. The class is conducted on the...

Complete Title: Adult & Young Adult: Scene Study, Monologue, Audition Skills & Musical Theatre Audition Technique Scene study classes for both adults and teens will concentrate on two character scenes and monologues from contemporary plays. We will focus on acting technique, script breakdown, character development and the kind of moment-to-moment...

In this 7-week course + 1 performance taught by comedy veteran D.F. Sweedler, you'll learn the tools of the trade and hone your craft. At the end of 7 weeks, you'll take to the legendary Comic Strip stage in front of a live audience (date to be determined). What you get: Eight weeks of hands-on instruction by a seasoned veteran in an intimate class...