Weekly Classes | All Skill Levels

If you’re new to acting, A Class Act NY offers ongoing performing arts courses throughout the fall, winter, and spring semesters. Classes are taught by prominent Broadway, Voice-Over and On-Camera veterans and most programs culminate in a showcase for loved ones and Talent Reps.

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January 2018

Drop-In Cold Read Class: Commercials, Voiceover, Monologue and TV/Film Sides

Drop-In Cold Read Class: Commercials, Voiceover, Monologue and TV/Film Sides

January 27, 2018 @ 11:00 am - 12:30 pm EST
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An event every week that begins at 11:00 am on Saturday, repeating until May 19, 2018

Ages 10 and up | Saturday Jan. 27, Feb. 3, 10, Mar. 3, 10, Apr. 7, 14, 21, 28, May 5, 12, 19

Actors are often asked to read cold in both auditions and in your preliminary meeting with an agent. Of course as actors we always want to do the best we can in the room and that’s why its imperative for actors to sharpen their cold read skills. Learn how to quickly pick up text with no time to prepare, break down the script and bring your best self to the audition room despite your lack of time with the material. Every week, students will be presented with new material based on a weekly theme. We will cover Commercial cold reads, TV, Film, Monologues and Voiceover. Little factoid: commercials are always cold reads! Actors will NEVER receive the copy in advance to prepare!

Can’t commit to all 12 classes? Come for one class, sign up for a few, or take all 12! Pay for all 12 at once, or pay by the class! Save $ when you commit to all 12-weeks!

Final Showcase: Students who can commit to all 12-Weeks will have perform their newly honed cold read skills in a Showcase for family and scouting Talent Reps!

When you purchase a class, we will follow up and see when you plan on attending. You can also drop by on Saturday and pay if there’s space! LEARN MORE

April 2018

6-Week Triple Threat Class

April 15, 2018 @ 1:00 pm - May 20, 2018 @ 2:30 pm EDT

All Skil Levels  |  Ages 7 – 11  |  Sundays, Apr. 15, 22, 29; May 6, 13, 20!

Work up close and personal with Broadway’s Natalie Wisdom (GROUNDHOG DAY, BILLY ELLIOT) and a wonderful music director on song and dance combinations from varying musical theatre eras. In this all skill level enrichment course, students will gain exposure to different musical theatre eras from Rodgers and Hammerstein all the way to hip pop musicals such as Hamilton! All new material for returning students! LEARN MORE

September 2018

Drop In: Commercial Acting & Improvisation for the Camera – Fall 2018

September 22, 2018 @ 11:00 am - December 15, 2018 @ 12:30 pm EDT

Ages 10+ | All Skill Levels | Saturdays, Sept. 22 - Dec. 15  |  11 AM - 12:30 PM  |  $75 per class

You MUST register for this class in advance. Class is capped at 16 students. Sign up for one class or multiple classes! Register as late as the morning of class!

Instructor: On-Camera & Broadway Actor Morgan Weed (THE GREATEST SHOWMAN, PERSON OF INTEREST, ELEMENTARY)

Focus of Class: Learn how to nail cold read commercial auditions and how to improv for the camera. Moreover, learn how to quickly analyze commercial copy and find the acting beats within the text to make a lasting impression in the audition room and how to identify clues within the text as well as physical techniques that allow you to deliver material in a way that will set you apart in auditions.

Final Showcase: The final class will feature a showcase for family, friends, and scouting Talent Reps!

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January 2019

OPEN HOUSE for Ages 5-19

January 6, 2019 @ 11:00 am - 2:00 pm EST

All New Students | Ages 5-19 | Sunday, January 6 | 11AM-2PM | Cost: Free

Sold Out! Join The Waitlist! We may be opening more spots!

New students are invited to join A Class Act NY, the award-winning acting studio, for a FREE day full of activities! Work with some of our wonderful instructors, get all of your questions answered, and see what separates ACANY from the rest!

Spend part of the day with us or the full day!

Sample an on-camera class, a musical theatre class, scene study and improv and/or a voice-over program!

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Drop In: Voice-Over Class

January 26, 2019 @ 11:00 am - May 18, 2019 @ 1:00 pm EST

Ages 9-19 | All Skill Levels | Saturdays, January 26 - May 18 | 11 AM - 1 PM | Cost: 89.00 per class or 895.00 for all 13

Instructor: Voice Over & Broadway Actor, Morgan Weed (AXE Commercials, THE GREATEST SHOWMAN) & Sean Patrick Doyle (THE BOXTROLLS, KINKY BOOTS)

Focus of Class: Learn how to create animated characters for cartoons and feature films and work on naturalistic reads for commercials, radio spots, video games, and more.

Final Showcase: The final class will feature a showcase for family, friends, and scouting Talent Reps!

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May 2019

5-Week Broadway & Beyond

May 5, 2019 @ 11:00 am - June 9, 2019 @ 12:30 pm EDT

Ages 7-11 | All Skill Levels  |  Sundays, May 5 - June 9 | 11 AM - 12:30 PM | Cost: 450.00

Sold Out! Join The Waitlist!

Instructor: Broadway Actor Leigh Ann Larkin (GYPSY, A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC)

Focus of class: Learn a variety of Broadway styles from different eras of musical theatre and rehearse song and dance combinations as well as scene work 

Final Showcase: Session culminates with a Final Showcase for family and friends!

Can’t make all 5 classes? Not to worry, we will be offering a make-up class!

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Facebook Live Camp Q&A

May 10, 2019 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm EDT

"LIKE US” on Facebook to participate in ACANY’s FREE Live Stream Camp Seminar!

Join Artistic Director and Founder of A Class Act NY, Jessica R. Grosman and Broadway & On-Camera actors and beloved ACANY instructors, Sean Patrick Doyle and Morgan Weed for a FREE Summer Camp Seminar on Facebook Live, May 10 at 1pm! 

A Class Act NY’s award-winning Summer Programs have been covered by major news outlets like THE NEW YORK TIMES, CBS NEWS, & BACKSTAGE MAGAZINE! Many of our families travel from all over the country (and the world) year after year to work alongside Broadway Stars and Industry Pros in week long On-Camera, Musical Theatre, and Dramatic Arts One-Week Summer Intensives. 

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June 2019

"LIKE US” on Facebook to participate in ACANY’s FREE Live Stream Showbiz Seminar!

Join us for A Class Act NY’s first ever online seminar featuring David Gilbert, Director of the Young Talent Division of Zuri Model and Talent, and Jessica R. Grosman, the Artistic Director & Founder of A Class Act NY! We’re excited to connect with ACANY families around the world to offer insight into the entertainment industry.

This is a can’t miss opportunity for anyone who is delving into the world of professional acting. Whether you’re the parent of a seasoned actor or brand new to the business, we’ll be providing unique insight into this crazy business. David and Jessica will share the wisdom they’ve gained over decades of developing and guiding the careers of aspiring actors and will answer your burning questions about the biz as well!

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September 2019

Drop-In Cold Read Class: TV/Film and Commercial

September 21, 2019 @ 11:00 am - December 14, 2019 @ 12:30 pm EDT

Ages 8-16 Scenes Split by Age | No Audition Required | Saturdays through December 14 | 11 AM - 12:30 PM | Cost: 80.00 per class

TV/Film & Broadway Instructor: Lauren 'Coco' Cohn: (CATCH ME IF YOU CAN, MORNING GLORY, MAMMA MIA!)

Learn how to quickly pick up text with no time to prepare, break down the script and bring your best self to the audition room despite your lack of time with the material. Every week, students will be presented with new material!

Have an on-camera audition coming up? Coach your audition sides! Depending on registration there will be at least 10 minutes to dedicate to reviewing your material with the instructor.

Final Showcase: 
On the last day, there will be a final showcase attended by a few talent reps and loved ones! Even if you haven’t been with us for the entire semester, you are invited to participate in the showcase and perform a cold read!

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January 2020

Winter Open House for Ages 5-19

January 11, 2020 @ 11:00 am - 2:00 pm EST

For New Students Only | Ages 5-19 | Saturday, January 11 | 11 AM - 2 PM | FREE

New students are invited to join A Class Act NY, the award-winning acting studio, for a FREE day full of activities!

Work with some of our wonderful Broadway, On-Camera and Voice-Over instructors, get all of your questions answered, and see what separates ACANY from the rest!

Schedule of Events:
11 AM - 12 PM Commercial Acting for Ages 7-11
11 AM - 12 PM Voice-Over Acting (Session 1) Ages 10-19
12 - 12:45 PM Musical Theatre Song & Dance with a Broadway Star for Ages 7-19
1 - 1:30 PM Musical Theatre Enrichment & Theatre Games for Ages 5-6
1 - 2 PM On-Camera Scene Study and Improvisation for Ages 11-19
1 - 2 PM Voice-Over Acting (Session 2) Ages 10-19

Interested in one of our advanced weekly classes, summer intensives, cabarets, or agent & manager showcases? Schedule a time slot for our auditions also happening on January 11!

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March 2020

Dates: Monday, March 23 - Thursday, March 26 | Times: Vary | Ages: 7-Adults 

Students are invited to join A Class Act NY, the award-winning acting studio, on ZOOM for a FREE week of virtual masterclasses!

Work with our wonderful Broadway, On-Camera and Voice-Over instructors and see what separates ACANY from the rest!

Take one or more workshops! 10 participant spots are available in each masterclass, and up to 90 others are welcome to learn by observing! (We may call on observers to participate if time allows!)

Learn how online acting classes work, and how to use ZOOM!

Schedule of Events:

Monday, March 23 from 8-8:45PM
Showbiz Seminar + How to Self-Tape w/ Artistic Director, Jessica R. Grosman and Top Talent Agent, Mallory Levy, of DDO! (All Ages)

Tuesday, March 24 from 4-5PM
Voice-Over Acting Class w/ Voice-Over & Broadway Actor, Sean Patrick Doyle (Ages 9-18*)

Wednesday, March 25 from 4-5PM
Commercial Acting Class w/ Artistic Director, Jessica R. Grosman (Ages 7-18*)

Thursday, March 26 from 4-5PM
Musical Theatre Song Interpretation Class w/ Broadway's Morgan Weed (Ages 9-18*) 

* Parents and performers of any age are welcome to observe!

Can’t make it, but still interested in learning about all that online acting classes have to offer? Schedule a private Skype/ZOOM lesson (starting at $65 for 30 min), or check out our other offerings HERE!

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June 2020

4-Week Zoom Acting Lab with Top L.A. Talent Manager, Mitchell Gossett

June 4, 2020 @ 4:00 pm - June 25, 2020 @ 6:00 pm EDT

No Audition Required | Ages 10-20s | Thursdays, June 4 - June 25 | 4-6 PM ET | Cost 635.00

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Payment Plans Available – please call our office at 212.315.3010 or email us to set up a payment plan today!

Work with powerhouse L.A. Talent Manager Mitchell Gossett of Industry Entertainment Partners in an online acting lab! Mitchell's storied success has allowed him to refer talent to agencies in NY, L.A. and across the USA.

Throughout his career as a manager and agent, Mitchell has repped, discovered and developed many noteworthy actors, including Jennifer Lawrence (THE HUNGER GAMES, SILVER LININGS PLAYBOOK), Rachel Brosnahan (THE MARVELOUS MRS. MAISEL), Darren Criss (AMERICAN CRIME STORY, GLEE), Zendaya (THE GREATEST SHOWMAN, EUPHORIA), Kristen Bell (FROZEN 1 & 2, THE GOOD PLACE), Dylan Minnette (13 REASONS WHY), Kiernan Shipka (THE CHILLING ADVENTURES OF SERENA, MAD MEN), Jojo Siwa (DANCE MOMS), Miley Cyrus (THE LAST SONG, HANNAH MONTANA), Lucy Hale (PRETTY LITTLE LIARS) and many, many others.

Each week, participants will explore a set of values that, when present in an actor of any age, can help create a structure for great acting to occur. The nature of every actor's work springs from their unique instinct and memory. The work done in the Zoom Lab will playfully explore getting beyond "good" acting. We will discover how an actor’s instincts can emerge and be exercised in their work, and how this can inspire what makes up “great” acting.

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January 2021

FREE Virtual Winter Open House

January 6, 2021 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm EST

Wednesday, January 6 | For Parents & Prospective Students | FREE

Parents are invited to join A Class Act NY, the award-winning acting studio, on ZOOM for a FREE preview of what Winter and Spring 2021 programs will look like online!

We are continuing to offer online classes and workshops in musical theatre, dramatic arts, dance, on-camera, and voice-over! We will also be offering amazing virtual production opportunities! 

ACANY has been offering programs online since March 2020 to great success. Our virtual open house is for parents and students who would like to see what separates our online performing arts education from the rest! 

Join us for some or all of the evening- feel free to zoom in and out as you wish! We highly recommend watching the session with your child!

Questions about online programs? We’re here to address your concerns!

The session will include:

• A quick introduction to the program
A demo of how classes will be run featuring ACANY students and members of our faculty
• A Q&A with ACANY’s administrative staff to answer any parent questions

This session will just scratch the surface of what we’ll be covering throughout the winter and spring. You’ll walk away with a better understanding of what a typical online class will look like. 

Most classes will be 2 hours long, and will feature small group instruction (10-12 students per classroom, max).

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Musical Theatre Audition Technique with 6 Industry Pros

January 20, 2021 @ 4:30 pm - March 10, 2021 @ 6:30 pm EST

No Audition Required | Ages 8-20s (2 Classrooms Split by Age) | Wednesdays through March 10 | 4:30-6:30 PM EST | Cost per Individual Week 165.00

Limited to 11 Students per Classroom!

Take each class as an individual standalone masterclass!

Want to improve your audition technique? Who doesn’t?

Learn the ins and outs of every aspect of the musical theatre audition experience from acting to singing and dance, from 6 top industry professionals: 3 Broadway Casting Directors, Scouting Talent Agents, an Associate Broadway Director, and a professional Choreographer/ Broadway Dance Captain!  

The 32-Bar Cut Audition with Merri Sugarman of Tara Rubin Casting
The 16-Bar Cut Audition with Jillian Cimini of Roundabout Theatre Company/ Jim Carnahan Casting
Monologue Work with Kristian Charbonier of Telsey + Company Casting or Chad Eric Murnane of Binder Casting
Chemistry Reads (Scene Work) with Broadway Director, Marc Bruni
The 32-Bar Cut Audition with Top Talent Agent, Victoria Kress of A3 Artists
The Broadway Dance Call with Lisa Stevens, Choreographer and Broadway Dancer
Final Showcase for Family, Friends, & Scouting Talent Reps

Focus of Class:
• Hone your singing, dancing and acting skills under the guidance of 6 in-demand industry pros
• Learn to present yourself confidently in any audition scenario
• Master what it takes to make it on Broadway
• Unlock the keys to success from top Industry Pros

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March 2021

3-Week TV/Film Casting Director Class with 3 Top Casting Pros

March 5, 2021 @ 4:30 pm - March 19, 2021 @ 6:30 pm EST

No Audition Required | Ages 10 - Adults (scenes split by age) | Fridays, March 5-19 | 4:30-6:30 PM EST | Cost 435.00

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Each week, a new casting pro will work with students on TV and Film scenes. Learn how to give a natural, nuanced and subtle performance by working on active listening skills and identifying intentions. The Casting Directors will teach you the skills you need to stand out in TV & Film auditions and offer tips on how to create a beautiful and professional self-tape from home.

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April 2021

All Ages | Wednesday, April 7 | 8-8:45 PM Eastern | Cost 25.00

Join Artistic Director, Jessica R. Grosman and one of Hollywood’s most sought after career consultants, Bonnie J. Wallace for an informative Show Business Q&A! 

Bonnie helps young actors succeed! An acting career consultant, she is the author of acclaimed books The Hollywood Parents Guide and Young Hollywood Actors, as well as the producer of the popular Hometown to Hollywood Podcast. 

Mother of Emmy Award-Winning actress and Columbia Music recording artist Dove Cameron (DESCENDANTS, LIV AND MADDIE, HAIRSPRAY LIVE!) and Hollywood voice coach Claire Hosterman, Bonnie was also a non-profit theatre board member for 12 years.

Before founding A Class Act NY, Jessica worked at two premier talent agencies and in casting in both NYC and CA! As the artistic director of ACANY, Jessica works closely with bicoastal casting directors, agents and managers. Once upon a time, she was also a performer and received her degree from the University of Michigan!

Come prepared to ask us your burning questions about the best way to manage a career in Show Business!

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3-Week Voice-Over Class

April 13, 2021 @ 4:30 pm - April 27, 2021 @ 6:30 pm EDT

No Audition Required | Ages 9-18 (scenes divided by age) | Tuesdays, April 13-27 | 4:30-6:30 PM Eastern

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Instructor: Voice-Over Actor, Amy Marcs (Commercial Radio Spots for JOHNSON AND JOHNSON, MASTERCARD, IBM, and KMART)

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May 2021

3-Week Musical Theatre Audition Technique with 3 Industry Pros

May 11, 2021 @ 4:30 pm - May 25, 2021 @ 6:30 pm EDT

No Audition Required | Ages 9-20 | Tuesdays, May 11 - May 25 | 4:30-6:30 PM Eastern | 3-Week Cost 435.00 | Cost Per Class 165.00

Limited to 11 Students!

Can't make all 3 weeks? Take each week as a standalone masterclass!

Payment Plans Available – please call our office at 212.315.3010 or email us to set up a payment plan today!

Want to improve your audition technique? Who doesn’t?

In our BRAND NEW three week course, brush up your musical theatre audition pieces with the help of 3 industry professionals: A Broadway Actor, A Broadway Casting Director, and A Scouting Talent Agent!

Week One: The 32-Bar Cut Audition with Broadway/TV/Film Casting Director, Kristian Charbonier of Telsey & Co. Casting

Week Two: Monologue Work with Broadway Star, Alex Boniello of DEAR EVAN HANSEN & SPRING AWAKENING

Week Three: The 32-Bar Cut Audition with Talent Agent, Mallory Levy, Director of the NY Youth Division at DDO Artists

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No Audition Required | Ages 9-20 | Tuesday, May 18 | Cost 165.00

Alex Boniello is a Broadway Star, most recently seen as Connor Murphy in DEAR EVAN HANSEN on Broadway. Before DEAR EVAN HANSEN, Alex was best known for portraying the voice of Moritz in Deaf West’s 2015 revival of SPRING AWAKENING. Other theatre credits include: Lin Manuel Miranda’s Musical BROOKLYNITE (Off-Broadway, Original Cast Recording) and AMERICAN IDIOT (National Tour). Alex is also a Tony winning producer! He produced the hit, HADESTOWN!

Alex will be working one-on-one via the Zoom app with his students! Perform a one minute monologue for Alex who will offer each participant individual guidance and feedback on their interpretation, audition technique and presentation!

Learn how to break down a monologue into its purest elements! Learn to identify your character's objective, conflicts, and more!

Class will conclude with an informative Q&A!

Students participating in this class must be prepared to perform a one minute monologue.

Need a monologue? Email us after registering and we will send you one to perform!

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No Audition Required | Ages 8-18 (scenes divided by age) | Thursday, May 20 | Cost 195.00 | Cost to Observe 40.00

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Work on voice-over material from the comfort of your home with top Voice-Over Actor, Lauren “Coco” Cohn and Scouting Voice-Over Talent Agent, Catherine Melillo!

While much of the entertainment industry is currently on hold, Voice-Over is still going strong! Actors can record auditions and jobs from the comfort of their own home with very little equipment! 

Learn how to create characters for cartoons and animated feature films and how to perform more naturally for commercials and radio spots!

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3-Week Voice-Over Class

May 26, 2021 @ 4:30 pm - June 9, 2021 @ 6:30 pm EDT

No Audition Required | Ages 9-18 (scenes divided by age) | Wednesdays, May 26 - June 9 | 4:30-6:30 PM Eastern | Cost 315.00

SOLD OUT!

Payment Plans Available – please call our office at 212.315.3010 or email us to set up a payment plan today!

Instructor: Voice-Over Actor, Amy Marcs (Commercial Radio Spots for JOHNSON AND JOHNSON, MASTERCARD, IBM, and KMART)

GREAT NEWS: While much of the entertainment industry is currently on hold, Voice-Over is still going strong!

Why?!? 

Because actors can record auditions and jobs from the comfort of their own home with very little equipment! 

Voice-over acting is unlike any other type of acting. It requires an actor to make specific and original acting choices that are outside of the box.

Learn how to create characters for cartoons and animated feature films and how to perform more naturally for commercials and radio spots!

Learn the techniques needed to start booking voice-over jobs today! 

Focus of Class:
• Animation Week: Our 1st week will have a focus on animation. Learn how to create characters for cartoons, video games and animated feature films.
• Commercial Week: Our 2nd week we will focus on commercial reads, radio spots and promos.
• Work on naturalistic reads for these 3 mediums.
• Learn how to record and upload voice-over auditions and jobs from home
• Work on your voice-over audition technique 

Final Presentation & Q&A with 2 Talent Agents and a VO Casting Director
Three industry guests including 2 scouting Voice-Over and Commercial Talent Agents plus a top Voice-Over Casting Director will come to our final showcase where students can present the material they have honed during class. We’ll also have a Q&A with our industry guests about the business! Family and friends are invited to attend the presentation as well.

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August 2021

2-Day Pre-College Audition Intensive

August 14, 2021 @ 10:00 am - August 15, 2021 @ 6:00 pm EDT

No Audition Required | High School Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors & Young Adults | Saturday, August 14 & Sunday, August 15 | 10 AM - 6 PM Eastern | 595.00

1 SPOT OPENED!

Payment Plans Available – please call our office at 212.315.3010 or email here to set up a payment plan today!

Instructor: College Admissions Officer, Wayne Petro of Pace University

Calling sophomore, junior and senior high school students and young adults with aspirations of attending a top BFA, BM, or BA Musical Theatre College Program! Email us for an age exception.

Do you need guidance on the college admissions process like, how do I go about choosing the right material that showcases me, my vocal range and my unique personality? How do I create a professional and memorable pre-screen video? Do you want to know what college admissions officers are looking for?

If you have answered yes to any of these questions, ACANY’s 2-Day Pre-College Audition Intensive is for YOU!

Work all weekend alongside college admissions officer Wayne Petro of Pace University, and a professional music director to prepare for the showcase with four admissions officers Sunday! This 2-Day College Prep Intensive will leave you confident and ready to take on the daunting task of applying to college musical theatre programs!

Panel Includes
Wayne Petro, College Admissions Officer at Pace University
Kevin Kemler, Director of Fine and Performing Arts Admissions at Marymount Manhattan College
Molly Horan, Admissions Administrator at NYU Tisch Drama
Sam McKelton, Musical Theatre Faculty at Manhattan School of Music

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January 2022

Virtual 2-Day Voice-Over Acting Program w/ a Top Voice-Over Agent

January 13, 2022 @ 5:00 pm - January 14, 2022 @ 7:30 pm EST

No Audition Required | Ages: 8-19 | Thursday, January 13 & Friday, January 14 | 5-7:30 PM ET | Cost: 260.00

Payment Plans Available – please call our office at 212.315.3010 or email us to set up a payment plan today!

Instructor: Voice-Over Actor, Amy Marcs (JOHNSON AND JOHNSON, MASTERCARD, IBM, and KMART)

Scouting Talent Rep: Grace Goodell (DDO Artists Agency)

Learn the art of Voice-Over Acting, and Break Into the Voice-Over Industry Today!
Voice-over acting is unlike any other type of acting. It requires an actor to make specific and original acting choices that are outside of the box using just their voice.

Focus of Class:
• Create animated characters for cartoons and feature films
• Work on naturalistic reads for commercials, promos and radio spots
• Learn how to nail VO auditions
• Showcase what you’ve learned for a top Scouting VO Talent Agent from DDO Artists Agency

Final Presentation and Q&A:
Towards the end of the 2nd day, perform for family, friends and a scouting Voice-Over Talent Agent from DDO Artists Agency, a top bi-coastal firm! We’ll conclude with a Q&A (time permitting).

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February 2022

3-Week Virtual TV/Film Casting Director Class w/ 3 Casting Pros

February 2, 2022 @ 6:00 pm - February 16, 2022 @ 8:00 pm EST

No Audition Required | Ages 10 - 20s (Scenes Split By Age) | Wed, February 2, 9 & 16 | 6-8 PM ET | Pro-rated Cost for Weeks 2-3: 295.00

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Missed the 1st Class? Pro-rating Available!

Improve your on-camera acting and audition skills with 3 Top Casting Directors!

February 2nd Instructor: TV/Film Casting Director, David O’Hara (LOGAN, BRAWL IN CELL BLOCK 99, THE GET DOWN)

February 9th Instructor: TV/Film Casting Director, Mia Cusumano (Golden Globe-Winning RAMY, HBO’s THE LEFTOVERS, Amy Schumer’s I FEEL PRETTY)

February 16th Instructor: TV/Film Casting Director, Lisa Kitay Shipper (NCIS: NEW ORLEANS, BLINDSPOT, DECEPTION, GOD FRIENDED ME)

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March 2022

In-Studio 3-Week Voice-Over Class w/ 2 Agents & A Casting Director

March 2, 2022 @ 7:00 pm - March 16, 2022 @ 9:00 pm EST

No Audition Required | Ages: Teens & Adults | Wednesdays, March 2 - 16 | 7-9 PM | Pro-rated Cost for Week 3: 145.00

Missed the 1st Class? Pro-rating Available!

ONLY 2 SPOTS LEFT!

Instructor: Voice-Over Actor, Lauren “Coco” Cohn (Verizon, McDonald’s, Voice of Betty Boop)

In addition to having many VO credits, Coco also ran the VO department at Hervey Grimes Talent Agency in Los Angeles!

What better way to learn the art of voice-over acting than with a top VO actor in a state of the art recording booth?

Focus of Class:
• Week 1 - Animation: Learn how to create characters for cartoons, video games and animated feature films.
• Week 2 - Commercial: Work on naturalistic reads for commercial reads, radio spots and promos.
• Learn how to record and upload voice-over auditions and jobs from home, and how to market yourself as a VO actor
• Learn proper mic technique to avoid feedback, popping sounds, and reverberation
• Work on your voice-over audition technique in a state of the art recording booth

Final Presentation and Q&A with 2 Talent Agents and a VO Casting Director Present material you have honed during our three weeks for 2 scouting Voice-Over Talent Agents and a top Voice-Over Casting Director. We’ll also have a Q&A with our industry guests about the business!

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May 2022

In-Studio 5-Week Voice-Over Class

May 1, 2022 @ 10:30 am - June 5, 2022 @ 12:30 pm EDT

No Audition Required | Ages 9 - 20s (Scenes Split By Age) | Sundays, May 1 - June 5 | 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM | Pro-rated Cost for Weeks 2-5: 515.00

Missed the 1st Class? Pro-rating Available!

Payment Plans Available – please call our office at 212.315.3010 or email us to set up a payment plan today!

ONLY 1 SPOT LEFT!

Instructor: Voice-Over Actor, Soraya Butler (McDonald’s, Crayola, Walmart)

What better way to learn the art of voice-over acting than with a top VO actor in a state-of-the-art recording booth?

Voice-over acting is unlike any other type of acting. It requires an actor to make specific and original acting choices that are outside of the box using just their voice.

Focus of class:
• Learn how to create characters for cartoons, video games and animated feature films
• Work on naturalistic reads for commercial reads, radio spots and promos
• Learn how to record and upload voice-over auditions and jobs from home, and how to market yourself as a VO actor
• Learn proper mic technique to avoid feedback, popping sounds, and reverberation
• Gain experience working in a state-of-the-art recording booth

Final Industry Showcase:
Class culminates in a final performance in the studio for loved ones and a few scouting talent reps!

Already have rep? No problem! Take this class for its educational value!

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In-Studio 5-Week Broadway & Beyond Musical Theatre Class

Pearl Studios, 500 8th Ave.
New York, NY, NY 10018
May 1, 2022 @ 11:00 am - June 5, 2022 @ 12:30 pm EDT

No Audition Required | Ages 7 - 11 | Sundays, May 1 - June 5 | 11 AM - 12:30 PM | Pro-rated Cost for Weeks 2-5: 515.00

Missed the 1st Class? Pro-rating Available!

Payment Plans Available – please call our office at 212.315.3010 or email us to set up a payment plan today!

Instructor: Broadway Star, Leigh Ann Larkin (A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC, GYPSY, DISNEY’S ON THE RECORD)

Work with Broadway Star Leigh Ann Larkin and a top music director on every aspect of musical theatre performance: singing, dancing, and acting! Learn iconic song and dance numbers from shows you know and love, and perform scenes with a partner!

Focus of class:
• Hone singing and dancing chops
• Develop strong acting skills through scene work opposite classmates
• Build confidence in a safe and supportive environment
• Perform in a final showcase

Final Showcase:
Class culminates in a final performance in the studio for loved ones and a few scouting talent reps!

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September 2022

2-Day Pre-College Audition Intensive

Ripley-Grier Studios, 520 8th Ave
New York, NY 10018 United States
September 10, 2022 @ 10:00 am - September 11, 2022 @ 6:00 pm EDT

No Audition Required | High School Students & Young Adults | Saturday, September 10 & Sunday, September 11 | 10 AM - 6 PM Eastern | 595.00

ONLY 1 SPOT LEFT!

Instructor: College Admissions Officer, Wayne Petro of Pace University

Calling high school students and young adults with aspirations of attending a top BFA, BM, or BA Musical Theatre College Program!

It's never too early to start preparing for college auditions!

Do you need guidance on the college admissions process like, how do I go about choosing the right material that showcases me, my vocal range and my unique personality? How do I create a professional and memorable pre-screen video? Do you want to know what college admissions officers are looking for?

If you have answered yes to any of these questions, ACANY’s 2-Day Pre-College Audition Intensive is for YOU!

Work all weekend alongside a college admissions officer, and a professional music director to prepare for the showcase with more admissions officers coming in on Sunday! This 2-Day College Prep Intensive will leave you confident and ready to take on the daunting task of applying to college musical theatre programs!

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FREE Virtual Fall Open House

September 12, 2022 @ 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm EDT

For Parents & Prospective Students Ages 7-20s | Monday, September 12 | 7:30-9:30 PM ET | Free

Join A Class Act NY, the award-winning acting studio, on ZOOM, for a FREE preview of what our Fall 2022 Programs will look like!

This Fall, we’ll be offering both In-Studio and Virtual Musical Theatre, On-Camera, Voice-Over and Dramatic Arts Programs taught by amazing Broadway Veterans, On-Camera Actors, Voice-Over Artists and L.A. and NYC Industry Pros including TV/Film Directors, Casting Directors and Agents & Managers!

Join us for some, or all of the sessions, and feel free to Zoom in and out as you wish!

The Open House Will Cover:
• A quick introduction to our programs
• A demo of how select programs will be run featuring ACANY students and members of our faculty
• A Q&A with ACANY’s administrative staff to answer your questions

These sessions will just scratch the surface of what we’ll be covering throughout the Fall!

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April 2023

6-Week Musical Theatre Audition Boot Camp with 3 Scouting Talent Reps

Pearl Studios, 500 8th Ave.
New York, NY, NY 10018
April 16, 2023 @ 11:00 am - May 21, 2023 @ 1:00 pm EDT

No Audition Required | 2 Sessions: Ages 7- 10 & Ages 11 - 20s | Sundays, April 16 – May 21 from 11 AM – 1 PM | Cost 695.00

Payment Plans Available – please call our office at (212) 315-3010 or email us to set up a payment plan today!

SOLD OUT! JOIN THE WAITLIST HERE!

Junior Instructor: Broadway’s Amanda Rose (WICKED, HOLIDAY INN, CHARLIE & THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY)
Senior Instructor: Broadway’s Sean Patrick Doyle (FOSSE VERDON on F/X with Michelle Williams, LA CAGE AUX FOLLES, KINKY BOOTS)

Want to improve your audition technique? Who doesn’t? Learn the ins and outs of every aspect of the musical theatre audition experience from acting to singing and dance, with a Broadway artist and music director! 

Each class begins with a fun warm up - a mock dance audition!

Weeks 1 - 3: Daily Dance & The 32-Bar Cut Audition 

Week 4 - 5: Daily Dance & Chemistry Read Auditions (Scene Work) 

Week 6: Final Showcase for Family, Friends, and 3 Scouting Talent Reps!

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September 2023

12-Week FINDING NEMO JR Class

Pearl Studios, 500 8th Ave.
New York, NY, NY 10018
September 23, 2023 @ 11:00 am - December 16, 2023 @ 12:30 pm EDT

No Audition Required | Elementary School-Age Children (Email us for an age exception) | Saturdays, September 23 - December 16 | 11 AM – 12:30 PM

Instructor: Professional Actor, Director & Voice Teacher, Rebecca O’Sullivan (GILBERT & SULLIVAN PLAYERS, INTO THE WOODS JR, BEAUTY & THE BEAST JR, HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL JR)

Hone your musical theatre chops in this super fun and educational class that culminates in an in-studio performance of the beloved musical, FINDING NEMO!

Final Showcase:
Class culminates in a final performance in the studio for loved ones and a few scouting talent reps!

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No Audition Required | Ages 9 - 15 (Scenes Split by Age, Email for age exception) | Sundays, September 24 – December 10 from 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM | 7-Week On-Camera Acting Cost: 635.00

Voice-Over Instructor: Soraya Butler (ABC, CRAYOLA, MCDONALD’S)
On-Camera Instructor: Alexis Bronkovic (YOUNGER, LAW & ORDER, THE BLACKLIST)

In this comprehensive course, students explore both voice acting and sitcom acting for popular networks like Disney & Nickelodeon!

Final Showcase:
Perform pieces you have worked on from both the Voice-Over section and the On-Camera section for loved ones and a few scouting Agents & Managers!

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11-Week Advanced TV Class: Procedurals, Sitcoms, & Serial Dramas with Scouting Talent Reps

Pearl Studios, 500 8th Ave.
New York, NY, NY 10018
September 24, 2023 @ 11:00 am - December 10, 2023 @ 1:00 pm EDT

Advanced Students | Ages 12-19 (Email us for an age exception) | Sundays, Sep. 24 - Dec. 10 | 11 AM - 1 PM

Instructor: On-Camera & Broadway Actor John Patrick Hayden (FLEISHMAN’S IN TROUBLE, YOUNGER, DAREDEVIL)

We’ll cover each of these 3 genres -  Procedurals (LAW & ORDER, THE BLACKLIST), Sitcoms (FRIENDS, LIV & MADDIE) and Serial Dramas (STRANGER THINGS, ATYPICAL)

FINAL SHOWCASE WITH SCOUTING INDUSTRY GUESTS:
Perform selections from all 3 genres for family, friends, and 3 or more scouting Agents & Managers!

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11-Week Advanced Musical Theatre Audition Technique with Scouting Talent Reps

Pearl Studios, 500 8th Ave.
New York, NY, NY 10018
September 24, 2023 @ 11:00 am - December 10, 2023 @ 1:00 pm EDT

Advanced Students | Ages 11-19 (Email for age exception) | Sundays, September 24 – December 10 from 11 AM – 1 PM

Broadway Instructor: Leigh Ann Larkin (GYPSY, A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC, ON THE RECORD)
Music Director:
Ari Goldbloom-Helzner

Work on the three major components of the audition process - the vocal audition, dance audition and acting audition

FINAL SHOWCASE WITH SCOUTING TALENT REPS:
On the last day, actors perform a variety of the material you have mastered for loved ones and 3 or more scouting Talent Agents and Managers!

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October 2023

7-Week Disney/Nick Class with Scouting Talent Reps

Pearl Studios, 500 8th Ave.
New York, NY, NY 10018
October 22, 2023 @ 10:30 am - December 10, 2023 @ 12:30 pm EDT

No Audition Required | Ages 9-15 (Scenes Split by Age, Email for age exception) | Sundays, October 22  – December 10 from 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM | Cost 635.00

On-Camera Instructor: Alexis Bronkovic (YOUNGER, LAW & ORDER, THE BLACKLIST)

Explore sitcom acting for popular networks like Disney & Nickelodeon! And work on audition technique for the camera!

Focus Of Class - Learn to identify comedic clues within the text, how to land jokes and bring out the funny in TV scripts! Learn how to use your physicality on camera! Learn proper on-camera sitcom acting and audition technique!

THE FINAL SHOWCASE
Perform pieces you have worked on for loved ones and a few scouting Agents & Managers!

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