Pearl Studios
January 2025
K - 5th Grade (Email us for an age exception) | Saturdays, January 18 - May 31 | 11 AM – 12:30 PM | Cost 895.00
Payment Plans Available at Checkout, or if you need a custom plan, email us or call (212) 315-3010
Instructor: Professional Actor, Director & Voice Teacher, Rebecca O’Sullivan Reres (101 DALMATIANS, INTO THE WOODS 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, ANNIE KIDS!
Learn lines, songs, and dance numbers from the show!
Perform popular songs such as “Tomorrow,” “Hard Knock Life,” and “NYC.”
SYNOPSIS
Based on the popular comic strip and adapted from the Tony Award-winning Best Musical, with a beloved book and score by Tony Award-winners, Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin, Annie KIDS features everyone’s favorite little redhead in her very first adventure.
Final Showcase:
Class culminates in a final performance in the studio for loved ones and a few scouting talent reps!
Ages 12-19 (email for exception) | 1st 6-Wk Session: Sundays, Jan. 19 - Mar. 16 | 2nd 6-Wk Session: Sundays, Apr. 6 - Jun. 1 | 11 AM - 1 PM | 6-Week Cost: 650.00 | 12-Week Cost: 895.00
Payment Plans Available at Checkout, or if you need a custom plan, email us or call (212) 315-3010
Prerequisite: Serious students only. Must have taken classes or performed in plays or musicals at reputable institutions in the past.
Instructor: TV, Film and Broadway Actor John Patrick Hayden (FLEISHMAN’S IN TROUBLE, YOUNGER, TARTUFFE)
Take One 6-Week Session or Take All 12-Weeks!
When you take all 12-Weeks, YOU SAVE and you get to perform in 2 Final Class Showcases!
Students learn one or both of the techniques developed by two masters of acting: Sanford Meisner and Uta Hagen.
Stars such as Meryl Streep, Chadewick Boseman, Robert De Niro, Diane Keaton, and many others utilized these very techniques.
Looking to delve deeper into your work? Then, this class is for YOU!
Through scene-work from plays and acting exercises, students learn the core principles of these two distinguished masters of acting.
Final Showcase(s) for Loved Ones & Talent Reps
Each 6-Week Session concludes in a performance for loved ones and a few scouting Talent Reps.
No Audition Required | Ages 7 - 11 (scenes divided by age & level; email for exception) | 1st 6-Wk Session: Sundays, Jan. 19 - Mar. 16| 2nd 6-Wk Session: Sundays, Apr. 6 - Jun. 1| 11 AM - 1 PM | 6-Week Cost: 650.00 | 12-Week Cost: 895.00
Payment Plans Available at Checkout, or if you need a custom plan, email us or call (212) 315-3010
TV/Film Instructor: Ali Cobrin (THE BAXTERS, AMERICAN PIE REUNION, LOOK)
Take One 6-Week Session or Take All 12-Weeks!
When you take all 12-Weeks, YOU SAVE and you get to perform in Two Final Class Showcases!
Learn both the art of comedic TV sitcom acting and audition techniques in our Disney & Nick Sitcom Class!
Focus of Class:
• Learn to identify comedic clues within the text, how to land jokes and bring out the funny!
• Learn how to use your physicality on camera!
• Learn proper on-camera sitcom acting and audition technique!
Final Showcase(s) for Loved Ones & Talent Reps
Each 6-Week session culminates in a performance for loved ones & a few scouting Talent Reps!
JR Classroom Ages: 7-10 and SR Classroom Ages: 11 & Up (email for exception) | Sundays, Jan. 19 - Mar. 16 | 11 AM – 1 PM | Cost 650.00
Payment Plans Available at Checkout, or if you need a custom plan, email us or call (212) 315-3010
2 Classes Broken Up Age!
Junior Instructors: Broadway Actor, Natalie Wisdom (FROZEN, GROUNDHOG DAY, BILLY ELLIOT) & an NYC Music Director
Senior Instructors: Broadway Actor, Playwright & Director, Lauren ‘Coco’ Cohn (MAMMA MIA!, FUN HOME, FOUND) & an NYC Music Director
We will work on both performance and audition skills in this class!
In our 6-Week class, we will tackle songs composed by three of the most prolific Broadway composers named Stephen: Stephen Sondheim, Stephen Schwartz & Stephen Flaherty!
Walk away with at least 2 audition ready cuts, one 16 bar cut, and one 32 bar cut, written by a Stephen!
Sondheim’s works include GYPSY, MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG, SWEENEY TODD, WEST SIDE STORY, INTO THE WOODS, SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE among others!
Schwartz’s works include WICKED, GODSPELL, PIPPIN, THE PRINCE OF EGYPT, WORKING, THE BAKER’S WIFE, CHILDREN OF EDEN among others!
Flaherty’s works include ANASTASIA, RAGTIME, SEUSSICAL, ONCE ON THIS ISLAND, ROCKY, LUCKY STIFF, among others!
Focus Of Class:
• Hone two song cuts, one 16 and one 32 bar cut, written by one or more of our Stephens
• Deepen storytelling through song skills by working on song interpretation and presentation
• Work on vocal dynamics, harmonies, tone, pitch, and more with our Broadway Team
• Learn how to talk to the Music Director and learn the do’s and don’ts of auditioning
• Learn how to leave a lasting impression in the audition room and in performance, on the stage
Final Showcase for Loved Ones & Talent Reps
Concludes with a performance for loved ones and a few Scouting Talent Reps!
April 2025
JR Classroom Ages: 7-10 and SR Classroom Ages: 11 & Up (email for exception) | Sundays, Apr. 6 - Jun. 1 | 11 AM – 1 PM | Cost 650.00
Payment Plans Available at Checkout, or if you need a custom plan, email us or call (212) 315-3010
2 Classes Broken Up Age!
Broadway Instructor & Music Director: TBA Soon
Since most musicals that are produced today fall into the pop rock category, it’s imperative actors have an audition book that includes song cuts from the genre.
It matters not if you are auditioning for your local school or community theatre production, or for professional shows!
Either way, you should be prepared to “rock” your pop rock auditions!
By the end of our time together, students walk away with one 16 bar cut, and one 32 bar cut to add to their repertoire.
We will work on both performance and audition skills in this class!
Improve your audition technique, storytelling through song, musicality and more! Put your best foot forward on stage and in the audition room!
Final Showcase for Loved Ones & Talent Reps
Concludes in a performance for loved ones and a few Scouting Talent Agents and Managers!
June 2025
No Audition Required | Ages 7-19 (Grouped by Age) | Monday - Friday, June 23-27 | 10 AM - 4 PM | Cost 1095.00
Payment Plans Available at Checkout, or if you need a custom plan, email us or call (212) 315-3010
Hone musical theatre chops in a fun, safe and supportive environment with Broadway Faculty!
Build skills through rehearsing iconic musical theatre numbers, and participating in educational workshops with visiting Broadway actors!
In addition, attend a Broadway Matinee and perform in a Musical Revue for loved ones at our professional Broadway rehearsal studio!
Workshops with Broadway Actors:
Take specialized workshops with various Broadway guest artists throughout the week!
Workshops with Broadway Actors Include:
• Broadway Dance: Learn a fun combo from a hit Broadway show like THE OUTSIDERS, CHICAGO, MEAN GIRLS, or HAMILTON!
• Stage Combat: Learn how to throw a punch that will only look like it hurts!
• Scene Study: Learn script analysis skills & the fundamentals of acting!
• Improvisation & Theatre Games: Learn how to analyze situations quickly and think on your feet! Learn how to recover quickly when things go awry in a live theatre performance!
Broadway Matinee
See a Broadway Matinee on Wednesday!
Final Showcase
The week gears up towards our Final Showcase! Perform in a Musical Revue for loved ones in our professional NYC Broadway studio!
July 2025
No Audition Required | Ages 7-19 (Grouped by Age) | Monday - Friday, July 7-11 | 10 AM - 4:30 PM | Cost 1195.00
Payment Plans Available at Checkout, or if you need a custom plan, email us or call (212) 315-3010
ACANY campers learn numbers from beloved Broadway musicals, take a variety of workshops with visiting guest Broadway artists, attend a Broadway Matinee, and make their Off-Broadway Debut at a professional NYC Theatre!
Broadway Matinee
See a Broadway Matinee on Wednesday!
Final Showcase: Off-Broadway Debut
The week gears up towards our Final Showcase! Campers make their Off-Broadway Debut in a musical revue at a professional NYC Theatre for family and friends!
Early Drop Off and Late Pick Up Options are Available! Email us for more information!
By Audition or Invite Only | Junior Ages 7-11 | Senior Ages 12-20s | Monday - Friday, July 14-18 | 9:30 AM - 5 PM | Cost 1250.00
Payment Plans Available at Checkout, or if you need a custom plan, email us or call (212) 315-3010
Broadway Instructor & Music Director (Junior Session): TBA Soon!
Broadway Instructor & Music Director (Senior Session): TBA Soon!
Audition Instructions
Perform a 32-bar cut of a musical theatre song, a cappella, and email to auditions@aclassactny.com. More audition instructions below.
DEADLINE FOR AUDITION VIDEOS:
We are on a rolling admissions basis. There is no hard & fast deadline. However, the program is limited to a small number of advanced performers, and we cannot hold spots, so we suggest you send it in ASAP to avoid winding up on a wait list!
A Class Act NY’s Pre-Professional Program is for advanced musical theatre actors who are ready for the challenge of honing their singing, dancing, & acting skills through exploring more advanced work.
Already on A.C.A.N.Y’s Advanced Student List? Request your invitation now!
Daily Dance + Warm-Up
Begin each day with an energizing and educational vocal and physical warm-up with our Broadway Director and Music Director.
Broadway Matinee
See a Broadway Matinee on Wednesday! Show TBD!
Private Lessons, Group Instruction and Advanced Masterclasses
A combination of private and group instruction will provide participants with a unique week-long experience. Participants will also take a series of advanced masterclasses with visiting Broadway guest artists designed to challenge and elevate our actors' skill set.
Industry Showcase w/ Scouting Talent Reps
On Thursday evening, perform in an invited dress rehearsal for 5 or more scouting talent reps! Many of our past participants have been discovered at this very program. For a list of recent student achievements, visit our Instagram page, or click here.
Final Showcase: Off-Broadway Debut
The Pre-Professional Program culminates in a final showcase at an off-Broadway Theatre for loved ones!
No Audition Required | Ages 10-18 | Monday - Friday, July 21-25 | 10 AM - 4 PM | Cost 1150.00
Payment Plans Available at Checkout, or if you need a custom plan, email us or call (212) 315-3010
Build a strong acting foundation in our 5-day On-Camera & Dramatic Arts Program!
Hone your acting chops in a fun, safe and supportive environment in From Stage to Screen: An Acting Program, taught by amazing On-Camera, Voice-Over and Broadway faculty!
Explore different areas of performance:
• Stage Acting
• Television
• Voice-Over
Learn how to make bold and interesting character choices and deepen performance skills through a series of workshops and rehearsals.
Students learn to use their physicality and intellect to create compelling characters!
Add new skills to your actor’s toolbox!
By Audition Only | Ages 9-20s | Video Audition Deadline: June 1 | Program Dates: Monday - Friday, July 28 - August 1 | 9 AM - 5 PM | Cost if Cast: 1195.00
Audition & More Info Coming Soon!
If cast, there is a tuition. Payment plans will be available. Hotel Deals will be available too!
Be in the WORLD PREMIERE of a new musical from an accomplished book writer, lyricist and composer!
There is nothing more artistically fulfilling for an actor than originating a role in a brand new piece, and being in on the ground floor of a new work!
Learn about the rewards and challenges of creating a character from the ground up, and working with a developing script and score.
See how a new musical is developed!
Be a part of the creative process alongside the writers!
Throughout this 5-day program, actors rehearse this brand new musical and get it on its feet!
Staged Performance in our NYC Studio:
The week culminates in the WORLD PREMIERE of our new musical for an audience filled with family, friends, and industry guests!
Audition Deadline will be Sunday, June 1st!
August 2025
No Audition Required | Ages 10-20s (Scenes Grouped by Age/Level) | Monday - Friday, August 4-8 | 10 AM - 4 PM | Cost 1195.00
Payment Plans Available at Checkout, or if you need a custom plan, email us or call (212) 315-3010
Back by Popular Demand!
Performers have the unique opportunity to work with Award-Winning L.A. Casting Director, Lisa London and a bonafide NYC On-Camera and Stage actor (TBA Soon!) on on-camera acting and audition skills.
Lisa and her partner, Catherine Stroud of London/Stroud Casting, cast actors from all over the USA, and even the world, for their TV and Film projects.
In fact, Lisa cast A.C.A.N.Y alum, Maximo Masefield in the film MR. MANHATTAN!
Lisa has been a Casting Director for 30 plus years and has cast over 100 successful film and television shows!
She has a keen eye for spotting talent!
Impressively, she cast many notable actors early in their careers who have gone onto become huge stars including:
• Jennifer Aniston
• Brad Pitt
• Emma Stone
• Selena Gomez
• Jonah Hill
• Joey King
• Yara Shahidi
• Miley Cyrus
• Mark Ruffalo
• Megan Hilty
• Noah Centineo
• Kat Dennings
Learn how to prepare for auditions, research roles, and stand out from the crowd with award-winning L.A. Casting Director, Lisa London’s guidance!
By Audition or Invite Only | Junior Ages 7-11 | Senior Ages 12-20s | Monday - Friday, August 11-15 | 9:30 AM - 5 PM | Cost 1250.00
Payment Plans Available at Checkout, or if you need a custom plan, email us or call (212) 315-3010
Broadway Instructor & Music Director (Junior Session): TBA Soon!
Broadway Instructor & Music Director (Senior Session): TBA Soon!
Audition Instructions
Perform a 32-bar cut of a musical theatre song, a cappella, and email to auditions@aclassactny.com. More audition instructions below.
DEADLINE FOR AUDITION VIDEOS:
We are on a rolling admissions basis. There is no hard & fast deadline. However, the program is limited to a small number of advanced performers, and we cannot hold spots, so we suggest you send it in ASAP to avoid winding up on a wait list!
A Class Act NY’s Pre-Professional Program is for advanced musical theatre actors who are ready for the challenge of honing their singing, dancing, & acting skills through exploring more advanced work.
Already on A.C.A.N.Y.’s Advanced Student List? Request your invitation now!
Daily Dance + Warm-Up
Begin each day with an energizing and educational vocal and physical warm-up with our Broadway Director and Music Director.
Broadway Matinee
See a Broadway Matinee on Wednesday! Show TBD!
Private Lessons, Group Instruction and Advanced Masterclasses
A combination of private and group instruction will provide participants with a unique week-long experience. Participants will also take a series of advanced masterclasses with visiting Broadway guest artists designed to challenge and elevate our actors' skill set.
Industry Showcase w/ Scouting Talent Reps
On Thursday evening, perform in an invited dress rehearsal for 5 or more scouting talent reps! Many of our past participants have been discovered at this very program. For a list of recent student achievements, visit our Instagram page, or click here.
Final Showcase: Off-Broadway Debut
The Pre-Professional Program culminates in a final showcase at an off-Broadway Theatre for loved ones!
No Audition Required | Ages 8-20s (Grouped by Age) | Monday - Friday, August 18-22 | 10 AM - 4 PM | Cost 1195.00
Email us for an age exception!
Payment Plans Available at Checkout, or if you need a custom plan, email us or call (212) 315-3010
Live out your dreams of starring on a hit TV series with L.A. Director and famous On-Set Acting Coach, Jason Shipman!
Jason’s credits include a mind blowing number of projects for DISNEY, NETFLIX, AMAZON, HBO, NICKELODEON, APPLE KIDS, SYFY, and UNIVERSAL, among others.
He made his television directing debut on AMAZON’s hit serial-mystery, JUST ADD MAGIC which starred A.C.A.N.Y. alum, Kirrilee Berger, followed by multiple episodes of DISNEY’S Emmy Nominated and longest running series ever, BUNK’D, which also starred another A.C.A.N.Y. alum, Luke Busey!
He recently directed and coached one of Disney’s newest series, PRETTY FREAKIN’ SCARY, and currently he is working on the set of the new NBC Reba McEntire show, HAPPY’s PLACE!
The esteemed and very prestigious Directors Guild of America named Jason as an emerging television director to watch!
Your Week at a Glance:
Day One: The Basics, the Breakdown, and the Audition
Day Two: Welcome to the Show
Day Three: Rehearsal Day
Day Four: Block and Shoot Day
Day Five: The Live Audience Shoot
Workshops with A.C.A.N.Y. TV/Film Coach:
Work alongside an A.C.A.N.Y. TV/Film Coach on improv for the camera, voice-over, scene study and dramatic on-camera acting skills throughout the week.
No Audition Required | Rising K-5th Grade | Monday - Friday, August 25-29 | 10 AM - 4 PM | Cost 995.00
Payment Plans Available at Checkout, or if you need a custom plan, email us or call (212) 315-3010. Hotel Deals Available Too!
Instructor: Professional Director, Singer, Performer, Rebecca O’Sullivan Reres (SEUSSICAL JR, INTO THE WOODS JR, Gilbert & Sullivan Players)
Young performers will be introduced to the beloved story of THE LITTLE MERMAID in our one-week musical theatre summer camp!
Campers rehearse songs, dance numbers and scenes from THE LITTLER MERMAID, learn proper singing technique and expand their theatrical knowledge under the guidance of a Professional Performer & Director and a Teaching Artist!
Campers also craft props and set pieces that will be incorporated into the final performance!
Bring a pillow and blanket for a short nap time!
Final Showcase:
On Friday afternoon, our performers present an abridged performance of THE LITTLE MERMAID for family and friends at the studio!
Focus of Camp:
• Learn fun song-and-dance numbers from THE LITTLE MERMAID
• Make your own props and set pieces
• Perform in a final showcase for family and friends
No Audition Required | Ages 12 & Up | Monday - Friday, August 25-29 | 10:30 AM - 4 PM | Cost 1550.00
Payment Plans Available at checkout, or if you need a custom plan, email us or call (212) 315-3010!
Email us for an age exception!
For serious-minded students only!
Mitchell is back by popular demand!
Instructor: L.A. Talent Manager & World Renowned Acting Teacher, Mitchell Gossett of Industry Entertainment Partners
The Acting Lab:
Challenge yourself in a unique one-week Acting Lab dedicated to exploring the balance between thoughtful preparation and exciting, unpredictable performance and auditioning skills.
Through the lens of exploring techniques ranging from Stanislavski, Linklater, Quantum Mechanics, and 30 years of Mitchell’s unique experience in both teaching and guiding some of today's most successful actors through meaningful career and creative development.
Actors learn how to explore texts with their own creative and imaginative energies and find new ways to discover the moments and environment which lead to dynamic and compelling performances.
Final Industry Presentation:
The Lab will culminate on the 5th and final day with a remote, zoom presentation showcasing each actor’s work for a small audience of industry and creative professionals with the purpose of applying the week’s discoveries right away in front of Industry Professionals.
Join us for the week and bring your work alive in new and exciting ways! Grow your work from BASIC to BOLD!