Adult Masterclasses
In our Adult Masterclasses, you can expect to receive individual coaching and feedback from industry professionals to further hone your skill set while making invaluable connections that can help you propel your career to the next level. The focus of our adult workshops range from agent and manager showcases to workshops with Broadway stars and NYC/L.A. casting directors focused on specific skills like on-camera acting and audition technique.
Past Events › Adult Workshops
January 2018
Top NYC Talent Agent, Chris Cooper of FBI Talent Agency, Teaches Audition Technique
Ages 7 – Mid 20s! Monday Jan. 15 (MLK Day, No School)!
Work on musical theatre audition technique with Top NYC Talent Agent, Chris Cooper of FBI Talent Agency! Gain useful feedback and coaching on your presentation, song choice, and interpretation from Chris! Chris is always on the lookout for fresh faces!
Disney Channel Director, Wendy Faraone’s Sitcom Workshops (WALK THE PRANK, LIV AND MADDIE!)
Ages 7 – Mid 20's! Saturday, Jan. 20 & Sunday, Jan. 21
Learn the art of comedic on-camera acting featured on both The Disney Channel and Nickelodeon TV from one of the industry’s most in-demand professionals, Wendy Faraone! Wendy is a dynamic and influential director. She is currently directing Disney’s WALK THE PRANK and she was also the director of Disney's #1 family sitcom, LIV AND MADDIE. Wendy has worked on-set with actors on BEST FRIENDS WHENEVER, I DIDN’T DO IT, A.N.T. FARM, WIZARDS OF WAVERLY PLACE, SONNY WITH A CHANCE, I’M IN THE BAND, HANNAH MONTANA, as well as many Nickelodeon and Disney Channel pilots! Wendy’s workshops are well known for creating an inviting and energetic environment in which students are given the tools necessary to be successful, working actors in the entertainment industry. Impressively, she has recently coached all of the newly scouted talent for Disney Channel’s latest bootcamp and showcase!
Industry Night: 4 Top Casting Directors!
Ages 16 & Up! Wednesday Jan. 31!
The casting directors we bring in cast for Broadway shows, TV pilots, series, films, voiceovers and commercials!
Pre-Audition Prep: 6 – 7 p.m.
If you choose, arrive at 6 p.m. and brush up and hone your audition material before performing for the casting directors with ACANY pros!
Casting Director Session: 7 – 8:30 p.m.
Perform for 4 amazing casting directors one of the following: a one minute or shorter monologue of your choice, or a 16 bar cut of a musical theatre song! We will provide a music director for singers.
February 2018
Agent Day with 4 Top Agents!
Ages 7 – Adults! Saturday Feb. 3! Kid and Adult Actors divided into 2 rooms by age!
Lucky participants have the amazing opportunity to work with 4 Top NYC Talent Agents in an all-day 6.5 hour intensive! We will be bringing in top commercial and legit agents (film, theatre, TV) from some of the best Manhattan agencies! The Agents are always looking for talent and many students have been picked up from classes and are now working!
FREE BIZ SEMINAR with Artistic Director, Jessica Rofe & Top Talent Agent from Top Bicoastal Agency
All Ages Welcome! Saturday Feb. 10!
Parents of child actors and adult actors are welcome to join our Artistic Director, Jessica Rofé and a Top Talent Agent from a Top Bicoastal Agency for a most informative FREE Show Business Seminar! Come prepared to ask us your burning questions about the best way to manage a career in Show Business! The Top Talent Agent is one of the most respected agents in the biz and has been representing actors for over 30 years! She is a wealth of information! Jessica founded ACANY in 2005. Jessica works closely with bicoastal casting directors, agents and managers. She has also worked in casting in both NYC and CA and on the talent agency side as well. Once upon a time, she was also a performer!
NEW HAMPSHIRE: HAMILTON Workshop with HAMILTON Star, Andrew Chappelle
Ages 7 – Adults | Monday Feb. 19 (Presidents Day, No School)
Join Broadway Star of HAMILTON, Andrew Chappelle (HAMILTON, MAMMA MIA! PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT) for a one-day musical theatre HAMILTON theme workshop! Andrew will teach lucky participants a song and dance combo from HAMILTON and also host a lively Question and Answer Session about his experience in this historic, revolutionary and inspiring American Tale! Andrew will also be signing autographs and taking pics with students, so bring your playbills!
March 2018
DEAR EVAN HANSEN Star, Michael Lee Brown Teaches Musical Theatre Audition Technique
All Skill Levels | Ages 9-20 | Sunday, March 4
Train with DEAR EVAN HANSEN Star, Michael Lee Brown!
Don’t miss a unique opportunity to work with a star from the 9-time Tony Nominated Show, DEAR EVAN HANSEN, Michael Lee Brown! Michael has been a part of DEAR EVAN HANSEN from the very beginning and understudies Evan Hansen, Jared Kleinman and Connor Murphy! LEARN MORE
SPONGEBOB Star, Gaelen Gilliland Teaches SPONGEBOB Workshop
All Skill Levels | Ages 7-adult | Saturday, March 17!
Join Broadway Star of SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS, Gaelen Gilliland (HONEYMOON IN VEGAS, KINKY BOOTS, 9 TO 5, LEGALLY BLONDE and WICKED) for a musical theatre SPONGEBOB themed workshop! Learn a song and dance combo from Broadway’s splashiest new hit, SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS, participate in a Q&A and an autograph and photo session with Gaelen! LEARN MORE
Musical Theatre Audition Technique with Top Talent Agent, Chris Bott of CESD
All Skill Levels | Ages 7-mid-20s | Saturday, March 17
Work on musical theatre audition technique with Top Talent Agent, Chris Bott of CESD! Chris is currently with the Young Talent Development at CESD Talent Agency. As an Agent, Chris books actors for TV, Film, and Theater projects!
Gain useful feedback and coaching on your presentation, song choice and interpretation from Chris and ACANY's Artistic Team!
Chris is always scouting for new faces! LEARN MORE
PENNSYLVANIA: HAMILTON Workshop with HAMILTON Star, Andrew Chappelle
Ages 7-adult | All Skill Levels | Monday, March 19
Join Broadway Star of HAMILTON, Andrew Chappelle (HAMILTON, MAMMA MIA! PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT) for a one-day musical theatre HAMILTON theme workshop! Andrew will teach lucky participants a song and dance combo from HAMILTON and also host a lively Question and Answer Session about his experience in this historic, revolutionary and inspiring American Tale! Andrew will also be signing autographs and taking pics with students, so bring your playbills! LEARN MORE
Stamford JCC: HAMILTON Workshop with HAMILTON Star, Andrew Chappelle
Ages 7- Adults | Monday, Mar. 26
Join Broadway Star of HAMILTON, Andrew Chappelle (HAMILTON, MAMMA MIA! PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT) for a one-day musical theatre HAMILTON theme workshop! Andrew will teach lucky participants a song and dance combo from HAMILTON and also host a lively Question and Answer Session about his experience in this historic, revolutionary and inspiring American Tale! Andrew will also be signing autographs and taking pics with students, so bring your playbills! LEARN MORE
April 2018
Top L.A. Talent Manager, Mitchell Gossett (Industry Entertainment Partners) Teaches Monologue Masterclasses
Ages 7 – Adults | All Skill Levels | There will be 3 Sessions (split by age) with Mitchell on Saturday, April 14th. Take 1 or more!
All Sessions Sold Out!
Email us to join the wait list!
Work with powerhouse L.A. based Talent Manager Mr. Mitchell Gossett of Industry Entertainment Partners where will be managing Luke Benward (Life of the Party), Thomasin Mckenzie (Leave No Trace), Danielle Campbell (The Originals), Navia Robinson (Ravens Home), Abigail Pniowsky (Ten Days In The Valley), Anna Pniowsky (Light of My Life), Atticus Shaffer (The Middle), Jessy Schram (Last Resort), Isabella Acres (Hello My Name Is Doris), Elizabeth Ludlow (Godzilla: King Of Monsters), and Diamond White (Boo 2- A Madea Halloween).
Mitchell, the former Senior Vice President of CESD Talent Divisions in Los Angeles and New York, built a renowned scouting operation for young talent and continues to discover the next generation of distinctive artists. His storied success has allowed him to refer talent to agencies in NY, LA and across the USA. LEARN MORE
** Superstar session - credits cannot be applied toward this program.
Agent Night with 4 Top Talent Agents for Adults
Space is Limited | Ages 18 & Up | Wednesday, April 18
Work with 4 Top Talent Agents! The impressive lineup of Agents who are actively scouting for theatre, film, TV, commercial and voiceover actors include Julia Watkinson of CESD, Talia Edelhelt of Abrams Artists, Ellery Sandhu of Avalon Artists and Harrison Post of HCKR (Harden-Curtis & Assoc.)!
Perform one of the following pieces for the agents: a 1-minute monologue of your choice OR a 16-bar cut of a musical theatre song. We will provide a music director for singers. LEARN MORE
Alexandria, VA: Disney Channel & Nickelodeon Director, Wendy Faraone’s Sitcom Workshops (KNIGHT SQUAD, WALK THE PRANK, LIV AND MADDIE!)
All Skill Levels | Ages 7-11 and 12 & up, groups split by age | Sunday, Apr. 29
Only a few spots left in Session 1 and 1 Spot Left in Session 2!
Learn the art of comedic on-camera acting featured on both The Disney Channel and Nickelodeon TV from one of the industry’s most in-demand professionals, Wendy Faraone! Wendy is a dynamic and influential director. She is currently directing Disney’s WALK THE PRANK and she was also the director of Disney’s #1 family sitcom, LIV AND MADDIE!
Wendy has worked on-set with actors on BEST FRIENDS WHENEVER, I DIDN’T DO IT, A.N.T. FARM, WIZARDS OF WAVERLY PLACE, SONNY WITH A CHANCE, I’M IN THE BAND, HANNAH MONTANA, as well as many Nickelodeon and Disney Channel pilots! LEARN MORE
May 2018
HAMILTON Star Workshop Brought to you by ACANY & Kids On Stage LA
Ages 7-adult | All Skill Levels | Saturday, May 5
ACANY in Conjunction with KIDS on Stage LA Presents HAMILTON Workshop with HAMILTON Star, Andrew Chappelle.
Join Broadway Star of HAMILTON, Andrew Chappelle (HAMILTON, MAMMA MIA! PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT) for a one-day musical theatre HAMILTON theme workshop! Andrew will teach lucky participants a dance combo from HAMILTON and also host a lively Question and Answer Session about his experience in this historic, revolutionary and inspiring American Tale! Andrew will also be signing autographs and taking pics with students, so bring your playbills! LEARN MORE
June 2018
Agent Day with 4 Top Talent Agents
When: Sunday, June 10
Ages: 7 - Adults split up by age (7-11 in one room and 12+ in the other)
Ages 7 - 11
Session 1, 10 AM - 1 PM - Sold Out! Join Waitlist Here!
Session 2, 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM - Sold Out! Join Waitlist Here!
Ages 12 - 20's
Session 1, 10 AM - 1 PM Sold Out! Join Waitlist Here!
Session 2, 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM Sold Out! Join Waitlist Here!
Lucky participants have the amazing opportunity to work with either 2 or 4 Top NYC Talent Agents in either a 1/2 day workshop or a full day 6.5 hour workshop!
We are bringing in Stephanie Corvino (CESD), Alice Skiba (Carson Kolker), Chris Cooper (FBI) and David Gilbert (Zuri Talent Agency)! These agents represent theatre, film, TV, and voice-over!
The Agents are always looking for talent and many students have been picked up from classes and are now working!
August 2018
L.A. Film & TV Casting Director Robyn Owen’s On-Camera Workshops
Separate Sessions for Ages 7-12 & 12+ | All Skill Levels | Saturday, Aug. 11 & Sunday, Aug. 12 | $195.00
Robyn will be teaching 4 sessions, sign up for 1 or more!
Saturday, August 11
Session 1: Ages: 7 – 12, Time: 10 AM – 1:30 PM
Session 2: Ages: 12+, Time: 2 PM– 5:30 PM Sold Out! Email us to join the wait list!
Where: Pearl Studios - 500 8th Ave
Sunday, August 12
Session 1: Ages: 7 – 12, Time: 10 AM – 1:30 PM
Session 2: Ages: 12+, Time: 2 PM– 5:30 PM Sold Out! Email us to join the wait list!
Where: Pearl Studios - 500 8th Ave
Work one-on-one with Robyn Owen of Robyn Owen Casting, a 20-year veteran of the casting industry!
Robyn casts important big-budget feature films including the highly anticipated Disney film A WRINKLE IN TIME starring Oprah Winfrey and Reese Witherspoon (March 2018 release).
Current projects also include the big-budget film ETHYREA: CODE OF THE BRETHREN, THE ‘57 BUSHVILLE CHAMPS, LOVE IS A HURTIN’ THING and the TV Series SHOTS FIRED.
Adult Agent Night
SPACE IS LIMITED | Ages 18 & Up | Wednesday, August 15 | Pre-Audition Prep: 6 – 7 p.m. (optional); Agent Session: 7 – 8:30 PM | $145.00
The impressive lineup of Agents who are actively scouting for theatre, film, TV, commercial and voiceover actors include Craig Holzberg of Avalon, Sandy Gunar of Avanti, Danny Prather of Hudson Artists Agency, and Jackie Gubow of Professional Artists Talent Agency!
Ages: 18 & Up
When: Wednesday, August 15
Time: Pre-Audition Prep: 6 – 7 p.m. (optional); Agent Session: 7 – 8:30 p.m.
Where: Pearl Studios - 500 8th Ave, NYC. Room 408
Pre-Audition Prep: 6 – 7 p.m. (optional)
If you choose, arrive at 6 p.m. and brush up and hone your audition material before performing for the agents with ACANY pros!
Agent Session: 7 – 8:30 p.m.
Perform for 4 Top Agents and receive feedback from these actively scouting industry pros!
September 2018
Drop In: Commercial Acting & Improvisation for the Camera – Fall 2018
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!
October 2018
Broadway Casting Pro from Carnahan Casting Teaches Audition Technique in W. Palm, FL
All Skill Levels | Ages 7-20's, 2 Sessions Grouped by Age | Saturday, Oct. 20 | Cost 195.00
Work one-on-one with Alexandre Bleau of Carnahan Casting and Roundabout Theatre Company, the casting office behind many beloved Broadway shows!
In addition to singing and getting feedback on your 32-bar cut, Alexandre will offer his opinion on whether your song is a good choice for you and showcases your unique talent.
Alexandre Bleau’s impressive list of Broadway credits includes HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD, the upcoming MOULIN ROUGE, GROUNDHOG DAY, AMELIE, SKYLIGHT, CONSTELLATIONS, and THE RIVER and many UK, Old Globe, regional and national tour productions! Carnahan Casting is also responsible for casting shows such as FUN HOME and MATILDA!
Humble brag moment: Lots of our students starred in the Broadway and National Tours of these shows!
Learn how to snag a coveted role in a Broadway Show or National Tour!
DC/VA WICKED & Audition Technique Workshop with WICKED Cast Member Desi Oakley (Elphaba)
Ages 7-18 | All Skill Levels | 12 PM – 4 PM | Saturday, Oct 20 | 195.00
PART 1: WICKED Workshop
Join Broadway Cast Member of WICKED, Desi Oakley who played Elphaba & Nessarose on the Great White Way for a one-day musical theatre WICKED themed workshop! Participants will learn a WICKED song and dance combo with Broadway Cast Member, Desi Oakley and a professional Music Director. Desi will also host a lively Question and Answer Session about her experience in this ‘popular’ musical and will be signing autographs and taking pics with students, so bring your playbills!
PART 2: Audition Technique with Desi Oakley
Whether you want to go pro or not, learn how to snag a coveted role in a local or professional production! Broadway Cast Member, Desi Oakley and our wonderful Music Director will offer helpful feedback and coaching on 16 bar cut mock auditions and will teach participants proper audition protocol and technique!
November 2018
Tara Rubin Casting Director Peter Van Dam Teaches Musical Theatre Audition Technique
All Skill Levels | Ages 15-adult | Sunday, Nov. 4 | 1 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. | Cost 185.00
Work one-on-one with Peter Van Dam, Casting Director at Tara Rubin Casting, the casting office behind Broadway hits such as DEAR EVAN HANSEN, THE BAND’S VISIT, ALADDIN, SCHOOL OF ROCK, PHANTOM, SUMMER, and this season’s highly anticipated KING KONG!
Tara Rubin Casting is also responsible for casting national tours of DEAR EVAN HANSEN, A BRONX TALE, FALSETTOS, SMOKEY JOE’s CAFÉ, MISS SAIGON, LES MIS, JERSEY BOYS, ALADDIN, and PHANTOM, just to name a few!
Peter Van Dam began his casting career at Carnahan Casting / Roundabout Theatre Company, where some of his Broadway credits include TOOTSIE, HEAD OVER HEELS, and ANGELS IN AMERICA, as well as THE BEAST IN THE JUNGLE (Vineyard Theatre), CHESS (The Kennedy Center), WONDERFUL TOWN (LA Opera), and NICE FISH (A.R.T./St. Ann’s Warehouse/West End).
Sing for top Casting Director, Peter Van Dam and get his expert coaching and feedback on your audition cut!
FROZEN Star, Robert Creighton’s FROZEN Themed Workshop
All Skill Levels | Ages 7-20 | Saturday, Nov. 10 | Cost 165.00
Join Broadway Star of FROZEN, Robert Creighton (Duke of Weselton), for a musical theatre FROZEN themed workshop! Robert is a true Broadway legend having starred in shows such as THE LITTLE MERMAID, THE LION KING, THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD, ANYTHING GOES, CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG, CHICAGO and more!
Learn a song and dance combo with Robert, participate in a most riveting Q&A and bring your playbills because everyone will get a pic with Robert and a signed autograph!
Top Talent Agent David Gilbert of Zuri Model & Talent Agency Teaches Audition Technique
All Skill Levels | Ages 7-20s | Saturday, Nov 10 | Cost 125.00
Work on audition technique with David Gilbert of Zuri Model & Talent Agency, a bi-coastal firm! This class is for singers and non-singers!
Perform for the Talent Agent who will offer feedback and coaching on your presentation, interpretation and audition technique!
December 2018
All Skill Levels | Ages 7-Adults, 3 Sessions Grouped by Age | Saturday, Dec. 1 | Cost 195.00
Sold Out! Join The Waitlist!
Work with powerhouse L.A. Talent Manager Mitchell Gossett of Industry Entertainment Partners in a monologue masterclass! Mitchell's storied success has allowed him to refer talent to agencies in NY, LA and across the USA.
Focus of Class: Learn Mitchell Gossett’s ‘ACTions’ approach to delivering a memorable performance, perform a monologue for Mitchell Gossett, receive insightful coaching and feedback from Mitchell Gossett, perform a mock audition for Mr. Gossett, and walk away with personalized feedback.
Class will conclude with a Q&A and session for parents and students!
Mitchell has repped and developed many noteworthy actors, including Jennifer Lawrence (The Hunger Games), Miley Cyrus (The Last Song), Lucy Hale (Pretty Little Liars), Darren Criss (Glee), Zendaya (The Greatest Showman), and many, many others.
Tony Award Nominee, Taylor Louderman (MEAN GIRLS, BRING IT ON, PETER PAN LIVE!) Audition Masterclass
All Skill Levels | Ages 8-18 | Sunday, Dec. 9 | 9:45 AM - 1 PM | Cost 195.00
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Taylor Louderman, Tony Nominee for her role as Regina George in MEAN GIRLS is teaching a musical theatre audition technique masterclass!
Taylor will be working one-on-one with each student! Sing a 32 bar mock audition for Taylor who will offer each student individual guidance and feedback on their audition technique and song interpretation!
As if that weren't enough, learn if your song is a good showcase of you and your unique talents!
Class will conclude with a Q&A and photo session with this Tony Nominee!
January 2019
NEWSIES & Audition Workshop with Laurie Veldheer in Syracuse, NY
Ages 7-20 | All Skill Levels | Saturday, January 12 | 1:30 - 5:30 PM | Cost: 185.00
Work with Broadway Star, Laurie Veldheer of NEWSIES & MAMMA MIA! and a music director on a NEWSIES song and dance combo from this beloved smash hit and on audition technique!
After we learn a NEWSIES song and dance combo, participants will sing a 16 bar cut and we will conduct mock auditions. Get feedback on your audition tech from Laurie
MEAN GIRLS & Audition Workshop with MEAN GIRLS Actor, Cheech Manohar (Kevin G)
All Skill Levels | Ages 7 & Up | Monday, Jan. 21 | 12 - 4 p.m. | Cost: Members 165.00, Non-Members 175.00
Join a Broadway Star of MEAN GIRLS, Cheech Manohar (Kevin G), for a MEAN GIRLS musical theatre workshop! Participants will learn a MEAN GIRLS song and dance combo with Cheech who will also host a lively Q&A about his experience in Broadway’s newest smash hit!
Even if you don’t want to go pro, Cheech Manohar will offer helpful feedback and coaching on mock auditions and will teach participants how to snag a coveted role in a school, community theatre or professional production!
A fun Q&A session will be held with Cheech Manohar!
MEAN GIRLS & Audition Workshop with MEAN GIRLS Actor Brendon Stimson (NEWSIES, SOMETHING ROTTEN, WEST SIDE STORY) in Long Island
East Hills, NY 11548 United States
All Skill Levels | Ages 7 & Up | Monday, Jan. 21 | 1 - 5 p.m. | Cost: Members 175.00, Non-Members 185.00
Sold Out! Join The Waitlist!
Join a Broadway Star of MEAN GIRLS, Brendon Stimson (NEWSIES, SOMETHING ROTTEN, WEST SIDE STORY), for a MEAN GIRLS musical theatre workshop! Participants will learn a MEAN GIRLS song and dance combo with Brendon who will also host a lively Q&A about his experience in Broadway’s newest smash hit!
Even if you don’t want to go pro, Brendon will offer helpful feedback and coaching on mock auditions and will teach participants how to snag a coveted role in a school, community theatre or professional production!
A fun Q&A session will be held with the Broadway Star!
Drop In: Voice-Over Class
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!
February 2019
All Skill Levels | Ages 7-20s (Divided into rooms by age) | Saturday, Feb. 2 | Cost: 195.00/290.00
Sold Out! Join The Waitlist!
Focus:
3 Hour AM Workshop - Film & TV
• Mock television and film auditions
• 2 Agents will offer guidance, feedback and coaching on both individual and chemistry read mock auditions (scenes will be sent a few days in advance)
3 Hour PM Workshop - Musical Theatre OR Acting
•Perform either a one minute monologue OR a 16-bar cut. A music director will be provided for singers. Monologues will be sent in advance for straight actors.
•Actors will receive one-on-one coaching on their presentation, interpretation and audition technique from 2 scouting Agents!
Film Workshop with Top Indie Feature Film Casting Director, Adrienne Stern of Adrienne Stern Casting
All Skill Levels | Ages 15 - Adults | Saturday, February 23 | 1PM-4:30PM | Cost: 185.00
Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to work with Indie Film Casting Director, Adrienne Stern of Adrienne Stern Casting! She’s also worked in television casting too!
Focus of Class: Perform film sides for Adrienne, receive feedback & coaching directly from Adrienne Stern herself, and perform a mock audition for Adrienne Stern
March 2019
MEAN GIRLS Star, Kate Rockwell (aka Karen Smith) Teaches Audition Technique
All Skill Levels | Ages 8-20 | Saturday, March. 2 | 9:45 AM - 1 PM | Cost 195.00
1 spot left!!!
Kate Rockwell, currently starring as Karen Smith in MEAN GIRLS, is teaching a musical theatre audition technique masterclass! Kate can also be recognized from her previous work in BRING IT ON, HAIR, ROCK OF AGES, and LEGALLY BLONDE on Broadway!
Focus of Class: Sing and receive individual feedback and coaching on your 32-bar audition cut from Broadway Star, Kate Rockwell
Disney & Nick Director, Wendy Faraone’s Sitcom Workshops (SYDNEY TO THE MAX, RAVEN’S HOME, LIV & MADDIE)
All Skill Levels | Ages 7 & Up | Sat & Sun, March 23 or 24 | Cost: 205.00
3/4 Sessions Sold Out! Join The Waitlist!
Learn the art of comedic on-camera acting featured on both The Disney Channel and Nickelodeon TV from one of the industry’s most in-demand professionals, Wendy Faraone! Wendy is a dynamic and influential director. She is currently directing Disney’s SYDNEY TO THE MAX, JUST ROLL WITH IT, WALK THE PRANK, RAVEN'S HOME, KNIGHT SQUAD, COOP AND CAMI ASK THE WORLD and she was also the director of Disney’s #1 family sitcom, LIV AND MADDIE.
Focus of Class: Learn what it takes to be a successful actor on the set of a Disney and Nick show and rehearse scenes from hit shows Wendy has worked on. Then receive coaching and feedback from Wendy Faraone
April 2019
MEAN GIRLS Workshop with MEAN GIRLS Star Cheech Manohar (Kevin G)
All Skill Levels | Space Is Limited | Ages 8-Adults | Saturday, April 13 | Cost: 145.00
Join MEAN GIRLS Star Cheech Manohar (Kevin G) for a one-day MEAN GIRLS workshop! Learn a song and dance combo from Broadway’s newest hit!
Cheech will also participate in a Q&A and an autograph and photo session!
DISCOUNT: Register for the Talent Agent Workshop from 1pm-3:30pm also and receive a $70 rebate!
Top Scouting Talent Agents from FBI Teach Audition Technique
All Skill Levels | Ages 8-20s | Saturday, April 13 | Cost: 145.00
Work on audition technique with top scouting Talent Agents John Shea & Elizabeth Peterson from FBI! This class is for singers and non-singers!
Perform for the Talent Agents who will offer feedback and coaching on your presentation, interpretation and audition technique!
Singers: bring in a 16 bar audition cut
Non Singers: bring in a 1-minute monologue - must be off-book and fully memorized
The Agents are always looking for new faces!
DISCOUNT: Register for the MEAN GIRLS Workshop from 10am-12pm also and receive a $70 rebate!
Commercial Intensive with 2 Industry Pros – A Top Commercial + Voiceover Casting Director and A Top Commercial + Voiceover Agent
All Skill Levels | Ages 8 – 18 | Sunday, April 14 | 11AM-2:30PM | Cost: 195.00
Train with top Casting Director, Rachel Reiss, Senior Casting Director of Liz Lewis Casting Partners and Stephanie Corvino of CESD who reps kids and teens for commercials, voice-over, and commercial print!
In the first half of the class, kids and teens will learn how to nail cold read auditions with a top NYC Commercial + VO Casting Director who will show you the ropes!
After learning proper commercial acting technique, the casting director will conduct mock auditions in which they will offer helpful feedback and coaching!
In the latter part of class, take what you’ve learned and perform for a top NYC Agent, who will also conduct mock auditions and offer feedback and coaching!
Adult Agent & Manager Showcase
Ages 18+ | Tuesday, April 16 6-8:30PM | Cost: 250.00
Sold Out! Join The Waitlist!
Payment Plans Available – please call our office at 212.315.3010 or email here to set up a payment plan today!
Looking for an Agent? A Manager? Both? We’re here to offer you the exclusive opportunity to perform for 10 scouting industry guests in one evening!
NON-SINGERS: A Monologue that is 90 Seconds or Less in Length
SINGERS: A One Minute Monologue and a 16 Bar Cut (Accompanist will be provided)
Each actor will get feedback and coaching on their performance at the event!
May 2019
Facebook Live Camp Q&A
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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.
All Skill Levels | Ages 7-Adults, 3 Sessions Grouped by Age | Saturday, May 18 | Cost 205.00
Session 1: 10am-1:30pm Ages 9-mid 20s Sold Out! Join The Waitlist!
Session 2: 2pm-5:30pm Ages 7-14 Sold Out! Join The Waitlist!
Session 3: 6:15pm-9:45pm Ages 12-Adults Sold Out! Join The Waitlist!
Work with powerhouse L.A. Talent Manager Mitchell Gossett of Industry Entertainment Partners in a monologue masterclass! Mitchell's storied success has allowed him to refer talent to agencies in NY, LA and across the USA.
Focus of Class: Learn Mitchell Gossett’s ‘ACTions’ approach to delivering a memorable performance, perform a monologue for Mitchell Gossett, receive insightful coaching and feedback from Mitchell Gossett, perform a mock audition for Mr. Gossett, and walk away with personalized feedback.
Class will conclude with a Q&A and session for parents and students!
Mitchell has repped and developed many noteworthy actors, including Jennifer Lawrence (The Hunger Games), Miley Cyrus (The Last Song), Lucy Hale (Pretty Little Liars), Darren Criss (Glee), Zendaya (The Greatest Showman), and many, many others.
June 2019
Tony Winner Gavin Creel Teaches Audition Technique
All Skill Levels | 9th Grade-College Age | Saturday, June 1 | Cost 195.00
Tony Winner, Gavin Creel is teaching a 3-hour audition technique masterclass at ACANY on Saturday, June 1!
Mr. Creel recently won a Tony for his portrayal of Cornelius Hackl in HELLO, DOLLY, in which he co-starred alongside Bette Midler and David Hyde Pierce. Gavin was also nominated in the category of Best Actor twice before. First for his portrayal of Jimmy Smith in THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE and then for his portrayal of Claude in HAIR!
Gavin will be working one-on-one with each student! Sing a 32 bar mock audition for Gavin who will offer each student individual guidance and feedback on their audition technique and song interpretation!
FACEBOOK LIVE Showbiz Seminar w/ Top Talent Agent, David Gilbert & Artistic Director, Jessica R. Grosman
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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!
Adult Agent & Manager Showcase – June 2019
Ages 18+ | Tuesday, June 11 6-8:30PM | Cost: 260.00
Payment Plans Available – please call our office at 212.315.3010 or email here to set up a payment plan today!
Looking for an Agent? A Manager? Both? We’re here to offer you the exclusive opportunity to perform for 10 scouting industry guests in one evening!
NON-SINGERS: A Monologue that is 90 Seconds or Less in Length
SINGERS: A One Minute Monologue and a 16 Bar Cut (Accompanist will be provided)
Each actor will get feedback and coaching on their performance at the event!
July 2019
BE MORE CHILL Star, George Salazar Teaches Audition Tech
No Audition Required | Ages 8-20 | Monday, 4:45-8pm | Cost 195.00
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Train with BE MORE CHILL Star, George Salazar (Michael Mell)!
Don’t miss a unique opportunity to work with a star from the internet sensation, BE MORE CHILL, George Salazar (BE MORE CHILL, GODSPELL)!
Hone your musical theatre technique with BE MORE CHILL Star, George Salazar, who will offer lucky participants insightful feedback and coaching on their 32-bar audition cut!
On-Camera Intensive with LA Casting Director, Lisa London – Ages 16+
Ages 16+ | Wednesday, July 24 | 6 - 9 PM | Cost: 195.00
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Work with prolific L.A. Casting Director Lisa London of London/Stroud Casting. Lisa recently completed casting a number of features including, Trading Paint starring John Travolta and Shania Twain, Freaks starring Emilie Hirsch and Bruce Dern, and Sandy Wexler for Netflix starring Adam Sandler and Jennifer Hudson.
The class will cover what casting directors are looking for in auditions, the self-tapping process, how to get your agent/manager to work best for you, why some people get call backs and why you need to research a role.
4 Talent Rep Day
All Skill Levels | Ages 11-20s | Saturday, July 27 | Cost: 195.00/290.00
Lucky participants have the amazing opportunity to work with either 2 or 4 Top Talent Agents and Managers in either a 1/2 day workshop or a full day 6.5 hour workshop!
The agents and managers represent kids, teens and young adults for theatre, film, TV, commercials and voice-over!
Agents: Morning Session
• Ren Wilkins of Take 3 Talent Agency
• Sam Yabrow of Abrams Artists
Agents: Afternoon Session
• Talent Manager Lisa Calli
• David Gilbert of Zuri Model and Talent Agency
4 Agent Day
All Skill Levels | Ages 7-20s (Divided into rooms by age) | Saturday, July 27 | Cost: 195.00/290.00
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Lucky participants have the amazing opportunity to work with either 2 or 4 Top Talent Agents in either a 1/2 day workshop or a full day 6.5 hour workshop!
Agents: Morning Session
• David Gilbert from Zuri Model & Talent
• Top Bi-Coastal Talent Agent (call or email us to find out who the agent is!)
Agents: Afternoon Session
• Sam Yabrow from Abrams Artists
• Barry Kolker from Carson Kolker