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ANASTASIA Star, Christy Altomare’s In-Person Masterclass
No Audition Required | Ages 9 & Up | Wednesday, August 11 | Cost to Participate 195.00 | Cost to Observe 75.00
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Christy Altomare is best known for portraying the title character of Anya/Anastasia in the Broadway sensation, ANASTASIA! Previous to ANASTASIA, Christy played the lead role of Sophie in MAMMA MIA! and before that she played Sue Snell in the Off-Broadway cult hit, CARRIE.
Christy will be working one-on-one with her students! Sing a 32-bar song cut for Christy who will offer each participant individual guidance and feedback on their song interpretation, presentation and audition technique!
Learn if your song showcases your unique personality and vocal range!
Students participating in this class must be prepared to perform a musical theatre cut, accompanist will be provided.
32 Bar Cut Audition Masterclass with Top Talent Agent, Mallory Levy of DDO Artists
No Audition Required | Ages 9 - 20 | Tuesday, May 25 | Cost 165.00
2 SPOTS LEFT!
Mallory Levy is the director of the youth division at DDO Artists Agency in New York. She works with young actors/actresses on TV/Film/Theatre/Commercial. Prior to working at DDO, Mallory worked at CESD Talent Agency and Innovative Artists. Mallory has had clients on Broadway (The Lion King, Matilda, Blackbird), in National Tours (The Sound of Music, Rent, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory) and on popular TV shows (The Blacklist, Law & Order, The OA, Orange is the New Black, Billions) along with so many more!
Mallory will be working one-on-one with her students! Sing a 32-bar song cut for Mallory who will offer each participant individual guidance and feedback on their song interpretation, presentation and audition technique!
Learn if your song showcases your unique personality and vocal range!
Students participating in this class must be prepared to perform a musical theatre cut with a backing track (many can be found on YouTube).
Interested in purchasing a professional performance track? Email us your sheet music 24-48 hours in advance of the class, and we will send you a professional performance track for only $25! Purchase here!
DEAR EVAN HANSEN Star, Alex Boniello’s Online Monologue Masterclass
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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Summer 2021 Parent Portal
A Class Act NY is looking forward to a wonderful summer and the opportunity to nurture and develop the skills of young actors! In an effort to provide a seamless experience between our office and parents, A Class Act NY will be using a parent portal called Enrollsy. Enrollsy will provide you with direct access...
On-Camera Intensive with LA Casting Director, Lisa London
No Audition Required | Ages Teens - Adults | Wednesday, August 4 | 6 - 9 PM Eastern | Cost 195.00
Have the unique opportunity to work with Award-Winning L.A. Casting Director, Lisa London on on-camera acting and auditioning skills.
In the very challenging year of 2020, Lisa and her office, London/Stroud Casting, cast 7 films that went into production. These included THE INHERITANCE which filmed in Georgia, BASEMENT which filmed on Long Island, OLD HENRY which filmed in Nashville, CANYON DEL MUERTO which filmed in New Mexico, STATE OF CONSCIOUSNESS, EDDIE AND SUNNY and LOVE ON THE ROCK which filmed overseas in Italy and Malta, respectively. Lisa and her partner, Catherine Stroud cast actors from all over the USA, and even the world for these different movies.
Impressively, Lisa London gave the following actors their big break in Hollywood: Emma Stone, Jonah Hill, Yara Shahidi, Miley Cyrus, Selena Gomez, Mark Ruffalo, Giovanni Ribisi, Adrian R. Mante and Adam Irigoyen, to name a few.
Focus of Class:
• The class will cover what casting directors are looking for in auditions, the self-taping process, how to get your agent/manager to work best for you, why some people get callbacks and why you need to research a role.
• The intensive includes on-camera audition technique and will include playback as a teaching tool.
• Each participant will get to read for Lisa and receive one-on-one coaching and feedback. Sides will be sent approximately one week to a few days before the class, emulating a real audition.
Catherine Melillo
3-Week Voice-Over Class
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.
HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL: THE MUSICAL: THE SERIES Star, Larry Saperstein’s Online Masterclass
No Audition Required | Ages 9 & Up | Friday, June 11 | Cost to Participate 165.00 | Cost to Observe 40.00
Open to Singers & Non-Singers!
Larry Saperstein is an actor, best known for his role as Big Red on HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL: THE MUSICAL: THE SERIES! Before starring in the hit Disney+ series, Larry got his start performing in local productions on Long Island. Not only that, but Larry took various workshops at our studio! Some of his early stage credit include THE MUSIC MAN and MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET. Other on-screen credits include: FAN GIRL (ABC Family) and THE FIRST WIVES CLUB (BET+).
Larry will be working one-on-one via the Zoom app with his students!
Perform a 32-bar cut OR a scene from a Disney or Nick sitcom (with a professional reader) for Larry, who will offer each participant feedback and direction!
This class is designed for singers and non-singers, alike!
Class will conclude with a fascinating and informative Q&A with this Disney+ Star!
Interested in purchasing a professional performance track? Email us your sheet music 24-48 hours in advance of the class, and we will send you a professional performance track for only $25! Purchase here!
Kelly Sweeney
Steals & Deals DEAR EVAN HANSEN Masterclass with 3 Stars
No Audition Required | Sunday, June 6 | 4:30-6:30 PM Eastern | Cost 35.00
Dear Evan Hansen, today is going to be a good day and here’s why...
Part One: DEAR EVAN HANSEN Movement Class w/ Michael Lee Brown
Learn some movement from DEAR EVAN HANSEN with Michael Lee Brown (Alternate Evan, u/s Jared & Connor) and gain insight into what it’s like to be a performer on Broadway!
Part Two: Q&A with DEAR EVAN HANSEN Stars, Alex Boniello and Taylor Trensch
We’ll be joined by DEAR EVAN HANSEN Stars, Alex Boniello (AKA “Connor Murphy”) and Taylor Trensch (AKA “Evan Hansen”) to discuss what it was like starring in DEAR EVAN HANSEN on Broadway!
Other topics may include their impressive career paths, their experiences portraying such iconic characters, and what they’re up to now!
3-Week Musical Theatre Audition Technique with 3 Industry Pros
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
Steals & Deals HAMILTON Masterclass with 3 Stars
Steals & Deals HAMILTON Masterclass with 3 Stars
No Audition Required | Sunday, May 16 | 4:30-6:30 PM Eastern | Cost 35.00
I am not throwing away my shot!
Part One: HAMILTON Dance Class w/ Thayne Jasperson
Learn original choreography from HAMILTON with Thayne Jasperson (Samuel Seabury) and gain insight into what it’s like to be a performer on Broadway!
Part Two: Q&A with HAMILTON Stars, Javier Muñoz and Andrew Chappelle
We’ll be joined by HAMILTON Stars, Javier Muñoz (Alexander Hamilton Understudy AND Hamilton replacement after Lin left!) and Andrew Chappelle (u/s John Laurens/Phillip Hamilton, Marquis de Lafayette/Thomas Jefferson, Hercules Mulligan/James Madison, King George, AND Aaron Burr) to discuss what it was like starring in HAMILTON on Broadway!
Other topics may include their impressive career paths, their experiences portraying such iconic characters, and what they’re up to now!
Javier Muñoz
Agent & Manager Showcase for Ages 4- mid 20s
No Audition Required | Ages 4 - Mid 20s | Tuesday, June 22 | Cost 295.00 | Coaching Available Starting at 10.00
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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!
NEW AND IMPROVED FORMAT FOR 2021!
The showcase now includes written feedback from all of the talent reps, plus for only an additional 10 dollars, you can participate in a workshop to help you prepare for the showcase.
It’s often challenging to get in front of Talent Agents and Managers. A Class Act NY’s industry showcases provide aspiring actors the unbelievable opportunity to perform for 20 scouting agents & managers in one evening.
Previous participants are now working professionally! Many are booking television series, films, voice-overs, commercials and pre-pandemic, Broadway shows. Click here to read about some of our students’ professional progress.
The biggest agencies and management firms in town attend our showcases including CESD, A3 Artists, Stewart Talent, Take 3, Zuri Agency, DDO, Bercy Talent, Carson Adler, Calli Company and many more.
The fee to participate is 295.00. This includes the chance to perform, and a written feedback form from the talent reps in attendance.
We highly recommend you get additional coaching to best prepare yourself for the night of the showcase. Our expert staff knows what will help separate your audition from the rest.
There are two options for additional coaching
Group Workshop Setting (Additional 10.00): In a 2 hour session, we’ll begin with an informative tutorial for parents and students reviewing tips for how to dress, and how to set up your computer for a successful zoom audition. Then, each student will have the chance to run through their material and receive notes from a member of ACANY’s team.
Private Discounted Lesson (Additional 90.00): In a 50 minute in-depth discounted private coaching session, performers will have the chance to rehearse their pieces with one of ACANY’s Broadway and On-Camera Faculty members. Our coach will run your material with you, offer insightful feedback and instruction, and also offer their expert opinion on how to best prepare for your showcase performance. (One discounted private lesson MAX per performer. Additional sessions are available at our regular rate. Click here to set up an additional private coaching session.)
Coaching Options
Group Workshop Day #1: Saturday, June 19 from 1-3 PM EST
Group Workshop Day #2: Monday, June 21 from 4-6 PM EST
Private 50 Minute Lessons: Scheduled based on instructor and performer availability.
Logan Riley
Nico Greetham
Online Voice-Over Workshop with A Top VO Artist and Scouting Talent Agent
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!
LEARN MORE or JOIN THE WAITLIST or PURCHASE AN OBSERVATION TICKET!
L.A. Film & TV Associate Casting Director Robyn Owen’s Dramatic On-Camera Workshops
No Audition Required | Ages 8 - Adults (2 Sessions Split By Age) | Saturday, May 15 | Cost to Participate 195.00 | Cost to Observe 40.00
Session 1: 1 SPOT OPENED
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Work one-on-one with L.A. Associate Casting Director, Robyn Owen of Robyn Owen Casting, a 20-year veteran of the casting industry!
Robyn works as an Associate Casting Director on many important big-budget feature films and television series. Some of her most recent projects include: DMZ (HBO MAX), CHERISH THE DAY (WB/OWN), QUEEN SUGAR (WB/OWN), A WRINKLE IN TIME (Feature Film), THE WATER MAN (Feature Film), MISS VIRGINIA (Feature Film), and A TRUE CRIME (Film Short). Turns out our former student, Niles Fitch, who met his agent at our workshop, stars in MISS VIRGINIA!
Hayley Podschun
Ben Liebert
Steals & Deals WICKED Masterclass with 3 Stars
No Audition Required | Sunday, April 18 | 1:45-3:45 PM Eastern | Cost 35.00
2 Boq’s and a Glinda walk into a store…
Part One: WICKED Dance Class with Ben Liebert
Learn original choreography from WICKED with Ben Liebert (Boq) and gain insight into what it’s like to be a performer on Broadway!
Part Two: Q&A with WICKED Stars, Kara Lindsay and Christopher Fitzgerald
We’ll be joined by the original “Boq” in WICKED, Christopher Fitzgerald and Kara Lindsay “Glinda” to discuss what it was like starring in WICKED on Broadway! Other topics may include their impressive career paths, their experiences portraying such iconic characters, and what they’re up to now!
Stewart/Whitley Casting Director & Partner, Benton Whitley’s Online Masterclass
No Audition Required | Ages 9 - Adults | Thursday, April 15 | Cost to Participate 145.00 | Cost to Observe 40.00
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Benton Whitley is a major casting director. Select credits include: HADESTOWN (Broadway, West End, & National Tour), THE LIGHTNING THIEF (Broadway & National Tour), ROCK OF AGES (Broadway), THE GREAT COMET OF 1812 (Broadway), FREAKY FRIDAY (Disney), ZOEY’S EXTRAORDINARY PLAYLIST (NBC), and TINY PRETTY THINGS (Netflix). Some upcoming projects include: SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE, LOVE ACTUALLY LIVE, THE PRINCE OF EGYPT, and AUGUST RUSH.
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Benton Whitley
FREE Virtual Camp Fair
For Parents & Students | Tuesday, April 13 | 7:30 - 9:30 PM Eastern | Free
Parents and Students are invited to join A Class Act NY, the award-winning acting studio, on ZOOM for a FREE preview of what Summer 2021 will look like!
For summer 2021, we will be offering both virtual and in-studio musical theatre, on-camera, voice-over and dramatic arts programs taught by amazing Broadway Veterans, Los Angeles Casting Directors and Television and Film Directors.
Join us for some or all of the sessions and feel free to Zoom in and out as you wish!
We highly recommend watching the session with your child!
The session will include:
• A quick introduction to the program
• A demo of how camp will be run featuring ACANY students and a member of our faculty (Broadway, On-Camera and Voice-Over Stars and a Top L.A. Casting Director)
• A Q&A with ACANY’s administrative staff to answer any parent questions
These sessions will just scratch the surface of what we’ll be covering throughout the summer. You’ll walk away with a better understanding of what a typical summer camp day at ACANY will look like.
Zoom Showbiz Q&A w/ Hollywood Career Consultant, Bonnie J. Wallace and Artistic Director, Jessica R. Grosman
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!
Pat Goodwin
2-Day Pre-College Audition Intensive
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
Jamie Snow
Virtual Summer Camps
Bonnie Rapp
Zoom TV Intensives with Award-Winning L.A. Casting Directors and Co-Founders of Bullock & Snow Casting, Krisha Bullock and Jamie Snow
No Audition Required | Ages 8 - Adults (2 Sessions Split By Age) | Sunday, April 11 | Cost to Participate 195.00 | Cost to Observe 40.00
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Krisha and Jamie, are two of the most influential, prolific Casting Directors in the industry. They specialize in youth casting, from hit children’s television shows on kid-friendly networks to feature films and commercials. Their firm, Bullock & Snow Casting, casts popular Nickelodeon & Disney TV shows and pilots including the Nickelodeon series HENRY DANGER, GAME SHAKERS, DANGER FORCE, SIDE HUSTLE, TO THE BEAT! BACK TO SCHOOL, THE ADVENTURES OF KID DANGER among others. Other notable credits include classic hits such as SAM AND CAT, DEGRASSI: THE NEXT GENERATION, iCARLY, DRAKE AND JOSH, ZOEY 101, VICTORIOUS, and TRUE JACKSON VP!
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Theatre and On-Camera Casting Director, Patrick Goodwin’s Online Masterclass
No Audition Required | Ages 12 & Up | Friday, March 26 | Cost to Participate 145.00 | Cost to Observe 40.00
1 SPOT OPENED! CLICK HERE TO REGISTER or PURCHASE AN OBSERVATION TICKET!
Patrick’s recent Broadway and TV/Film credits include: TINA: THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL, THE CHER SHOW, WAITRESS, KINKY BOOTS, SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS, FINDING NEVERLAND, CHAPLIN, ANNIE, THE GREATEST SHOWMAN and SEX AND THE CITY 1 & 2. He was recently nominated for an Emmy Award for Excellence in Casting for the NBC television production of JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR LIVE ON TELEVISION and has won several Artios Awards for Excellence in Casting.
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Rob McClure
Brooke Engen
Steals & Deals BEETLEJUICE Masterclass with 4 Stars
No Audition Required | Sunday, March 14 | 3:30-5:30 PM Eastern | Cost 35.00
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It’s Showtime!
Part One: BEETLEJUICE Dance Class with Brooke Engen
Learn original choreography from BEETLEJUICE with Brooke Engen (Dance Captain, Swing, u/s Girl Scout) and gain insight into what it’s like to be a dancer on Broadway!
Part Two: Q&A with BEETLEJUICE Stars, Leslie Kritzer, Rob McClure, and Presley Ryan
We’ll be joined by “Delia,” “Adam,” and “Lydia” to discuss what it was like starring in BEETLEJUICE on Broadway! Other topics may include their impressive career paths, their experience creating an original and iconic character from the ground up, and what they’re up to now!
Steals & Deals MEAN GIRLS Masterclass with 3 Stars
No Audition Required | Sunday, March 21 | 3:30-5:30 PM Eastern | Cost 35.00
Come Sit With Us Tomorrow! It’ll be fetch!
ONLY 3 SPOTS LEFT!
Part One: MEAN GIRLS Dance Class with Cheech Manohar
Learn original choreography from MEAN GIRLS with Cheech Manohar (Kevin G) and gain insight into what it’s like to be a dancer on Broadway!
Part Two: Q&A with MEAN GIRLS Stars, Kate Rockwell and Grey Henson
We’ll be joined by “Karen” and “Damian” to discuss what it was like starring in MEAN GIRLS on Broadway! Other topics may include their impressive career paths, their experience creating an original and iconic character from the ground up, and what they’re up to now!
Steals & Deals HADESTOWN Masterclass with 3 Stars
No Audition Required | Sunday, February 28 | 3:30-5:30 PM Eastern | Cost 35.00
Wait for me, I’m coming!
Part One: HADESTOWN Dance Class with Timothy Hughes
Learn original choreography from HADESTOWN with company member, Timothy Hughes (Worker’s Chorus, u/s Hades) and gain insight into what it’s like to be a dancer on Broadway!
Part Two: Q&A with HADESTOWN Stars, Eva Noblezada (Eurydice) and Reeve Carney (Orpheus)
We’ll be joined by “Eurydice” and “Orpheus” to discuss what it was like starring in HADESTOWN on Broadway! Other topics may include their impressive career paths, their experience creating an original and iconic character from the ground up, and what they’re up to now!
Timothy Hughes
Mia Cusumano
Larry Saperstein
Online Agent & Manager Showcase with 20 Talent Reps
No Audition Required | Ages 4 - Mid 20s | Wednesday, April 14 | Cost 295.00 | Coaching Available Starting at 10.00
SOLD OUT! JOIN THE WAITLIST or REGISTER FOR THE JUNE 22 SHOWCASE HERE!
Payment Plans Available – please call our office at 212.315.3010 or email us to set up a payment plan today!
NEW AND IMPROVED FORMAT FOR 2021!
The showcase now includes written feedback from all of the talent reps, plus for only an additional 10 dollars, you can participate in a workshop to help you prepare for the showcase.
It’s often challenging to get in front of Talent Agents and Managers. A Class Act NY’s industry showcases provide aspiring actors the unbelievable opportunity to perform for 20 scouting agents & managers in one evening.
HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL: THE MUSICAL: THE SERIES Star, Larry Saperstein’s Online Masterclass
No Audition Required | Ages 9 & Up | Saturday, March 13 | Cost to Participate 165.00 | Cost to Observe 40.00
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Larry Saperstein is an actor, best known for his role as Big Red on HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL: THE MUSICAL: THE SERIES! Before starring in the hit Disney+ series, Larry got his start performing in local productions on Long Island. Not only that, but Larry took various workshops at our studio! Some of his early stage credit include THE MUSIC MAN and MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET. Other on-screen credits include: FAN GIRL (ABC Family) and THE FIRST WIVES CLUB (BET+).
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Karlee Fomalont
Michael D’Amato
Chad Eric Murnane
Kristian Charbonier
Steals & Deals Masterclass with 3 Stars of Broadway’s NEWSIES
No Audition Required | Sunday, March 7 | 3:30-5:30 PM Eastern | Cost 35.00
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Seize the Day!
Part One: NEWSIES Dance Class with Thayne Jasperson
Learn super fun choreography from NEWSIES with original company member, Thayne Jasperson (Darcy) and gain insight into what it’s like to be a dancer on Broadway!
Part Two: Q&A with NEWSIES Stars, Ben Fankhauser & Andrew Keenan-Bolger
We’ll be joined by “Davey” and “Crutchie” to discuss what it was like starring in NEWSIES on Broadway! Other topics may include their impressive career paths, their experience creating an original and iconic character from the ground up, and what they’re up to now!
Caissie Levy
Broadway Star, Caissie Levy’s Online Masterclass (FROZEN, LES MIS, GHOST, HAIR)
No Audition Required | Ages 9 & Up | Wednesday, February 24 | Cost to Participate 145.00 | Cost to Observe 40.00
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Caissie Levy is a Broadway Star, best known for originating the role of Princess Elsa in FROZEN on Broadway. Other notable Broadway roles include: Fantine in the 2014 Revival of LES MISERABLES, Molly in the Original Broadway Cast of GHOST: THE MUSICAL, and Sheila in the 2009 Revival of HAIR. She was also set to star in the highly anticipated Broadway revival of CAROLINE, OR CHANGE prior to the Broadway shutdown.
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Private Acting Lesson: In Person or Via Skype
Private Acting Lesson: In Person or Via Skype Private Acting with Broadway, On-Camera & Voice-Over Actors In Studio or via Skype Study with bonafide Broadway, On-Camera Actor or Voice-Over Actor! Our coaches work with students to create living, breathing characters in a nurturing and supportive environment. Focus on anything you desire – whether it be stage...
Private Acting Lesson: In Person or Via Skype
Private Acting Lesson: In Person or Via Skype Private Acting with Broadway, On-Camera & Voice-Over Actors In Studio or via Skype Study with bonafide Broadway, On-Camera Actor or Voice-Over Actor! Our coaches work with students to create living, breathing characters in a nurturing and supportive environment. Focus on anything you desire – whether it be stage...
Private Voice with Vocal Coaches & Voice Teachers
Private Voice with Vocal Coaches & Voice Teachers Our instructors focus on instilling strong vocal technique in each of our students. This approach allows the student to understand that a strong vocal foundation is essential for longevity of the voice. Singing becomes much more fun when clear, concise technique is applied to any genre of...
Private Acting Lesson: In Person or Via Skype
Private Acting Lesson: In Person or Via Skype Private Acting with Broadway, On-Camera & Voice-Over Actors In Studio or via Skype Study with bonafide Broadway, On-Camera Actor or Voice-Over Actor! Our coaches work with students to create living, breathing characters in a nurturing and supportive environment. Focus on anything you desire – whether it be stage...
Online Sitcom Acting with Disney & Nick Director, Wendy Faraone (SYDNEY TO THE MAX, RAVEN’S HOME, LIV & MADDIE)
No Audition Required | 2 Sessions Split By Age, 8 & Up | Saturday, March 13 | Cost to Participate 205.00 | Cost to Observe 40.00
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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, RAVEN’S HOME, JUST ROLL WITH IT, BUNK’D, COOP AND CAMI ASK THE WORLD, and she directed WALK THE PRANK, KNIGHT SQUAD, among others! She was also the director of Disney’s #1 family sitcom, LIV AND MADDIE.
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Private Acting Lesson: In Person or Via Skype
Private Acting Lesson: In Person or Via Skype Private Acting with Broadway, On-Camera & Voice-Over Actors In Studio or via Skype Study with bonafide Broadway, On-Camera Actor or Voice-Over Actor! Our coaches work with students to create living, breathing characters in a nurturing and supportive environment. Focus on anything you desire – whether it be stage...
Private Voice with Vocal Coaches & Voice Teachers
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Private Acting Lesson: In Person or Via Skype
Private Acting Lesson: In Person or Via Skype Private Acting with Broadway, On-Camera & Voice-Over Actors In Studio or via Skype Study with bonafide Broadway, On-Camera Actor or Voice-Over Actor! Our coaches work with students to create living, breathing characters in a nurturing and supportive environment. Focus on anything you desire – whether it be stage...
Private Acting Lesson: In Person or Via Skype
Private Acting with Broadway, On-Camera & Voice-Over Actors In Studio or via Skype Study with bonafide Broadway, On-Camera Actor or Voice-Over Actor! Our coaches work with students to create living, breathing characters in a nurturing and supportive environment. Focus on anything you desire – whether it be stage acting, on-camera acting, audition technique, monologue work, movement...
Private Voice with Vocal Coaches & Voice Teachers
Our instructors focus on instilling strong vocal technique in each of our students. This approach allows the student to understand that a strong vocal foundation is essential for longevity of the voice. Singing becomes much more fun when clear, concise technique is applied to any genre of singing, from musical theatre to pop. Using all...
Private Acting Lesson: In Person or Via Skype
Private Acting with Broadway, On-Camera & Voice-Over Actors In Studio or via Skype Study with bonafide Broadway, On-Camera Actor or Voice-Over Actor! Our coaches work with students to create living, breathing characters in a nurturing and supportive environment. Focus on anything you desire – whether it be stage acting, on-camera acting, audition technique, monologue work, movement...
Marc Bruni
2x Tony Nominee, Alex Brightman’s Online Masterclass (BEETLEJUICE, SCHOOL OF ROCK)
No Audition Required | Ages 9 & Up | Thursday, January 14 | Cost 145.00
1 SPOT LEFT!
Limited to 10 Students! Open to Singers & Non-Singers!
Alex Brightman is a 2x Tony Nominated Actor. In 2019 Alex was nominated for a Tony for his portrayal of Beetlejuice in BEETLEJUICE, and in 2016 he was nominated for his lovable portrayal of Dewey Finn in the beloved musical, SCHOOL OF ROCK!
Alex will be working one-on-one via the Zoom app with his students!
Perform a 32-bar cut OR a one minute monologue for Alex who will offer each participant individual guidance and feedback on their interpretation, presentation and technique!
This class is designed for singers and non-singers, alike!
Class will conclude with a fascinating and informative Q&A with Tony Nominee, Alex Brightman
Interested in purchasing a professional performance track? Email us your sheet music 24-48 hours in advance of the class, and we will send you a professional performance track for only $25! Purchase here!
Need a monologue? Email us after registering and we will send you one to perform!
Victoria Kress
Patti Murin
Private Voice with Vocal Coaches & Voice Teachers
Our instructors focus on instilling strong vocal technique in each of our students. This approach allows the student to understand that a strong vocal foundation is essential for longevity of the voice. Singing becomes much more fun when clear, concise technique is applied to any genre of singing, from musical theatre to pop. Using all...
Private Voice with Vocal Coaches & Voice Teachers
Our instructors focus on instilling strong vocal technique in each of our students. This approach allows the student to understand that a strong vocal foundation is essential for longevity of the voice. Singing becomes much more fun when clear, concise technique is applied to any genre of singing, from musical theatre to pop. Using all...
Lisa Stevens
Megan Hilty
Private Voice with Vocal Coaches & Voice Teachers
Our instructors focus on instilling strong vocal technique in each of our students. This approach allows the student to understand that a strong vocal foundation is essential for longevity of the voice. Singing becomes much more fun when clear, concise technique is applied to any genre of singing, from musical theatre to pop. Using all...
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Tony Nominee & TV Star, Megan Hilty’s Online Masterclass
No Audition Required | Ages 10 & Up | Monday, January 11 | Cost to Participate 145.00 | Cost to Observe 40.00
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Megan Hilty is a Broadway and TV Star. Notable roles on Broadway include: WICKED, 9 TO 5 (Drama Desk Award Nomination), and NOISES OFF (Tony Award & Drama Desk Award Nomination). Her most notable on-screen role was Ivy Lynn in NBC’s musical drama, SMASH. She has also appeared in subsequent concert performances of the show’s fictitious Broadway hit, BOMBSHELL, in both 2015 and 2020. Other TV roles include: SEAN SAVES THE WORLD (NBC), ROBOT AND MONSTER (Nickelodeon), GIRLFRIENDS’ GUIDE TO DIVORCE (Bravo), and THE GOOD FIGHT (CBS).
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Jillian Cimini
Virtual Sitcom Masterclass w/ TV & Film Star, Benjamin King of LIV AND MADDIE Fame
No Audition Required | Ages 9 & Up | Saturday, February 6 | Cost to Participate 165.00 | Cost to Observe 40.00
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Benjamin is best known for playing the role of Pete Rooney on Disney’s #1 Family Sitcom, LIV & MADDIE. He’s also set to appear in the star-studded cast of the upcoming film SHRIVER, alongside Kate Hudson, Zach Braff, and Michael Shannon.
Other notable credits include starring in David E. Kelley’s series THE WEDDING BELLS, and guest appearances on many popular TV shows including: BETTER THINGS, GREY’S ANATOMY, WEEDS, MIKE & MOLLY, NCIS, BETTER OFF TED, PSYCH, CSI: CRIME SCENE INVESTIGATION, CSI: MIAMI, SCRUBS, THE KING OF QUEENS, WHAT I LIKE ABOUT YOU and more!
While starring on LIV & MADDIE, he also directed some episodes!
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3-Week TV/Film Casting Director Class with 3 Top Casting Pros
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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Our instructors focus on instilling strong vocal technique in each of our students. This approach allows the student to understand that a strong vocal foundation is essential for longevity of the voice. Singing becomes much more fun when clear, concise technique is applied to any genre of singing, from musical theatre to pop. Using all...
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Our instructors focus on instilling strong vocal technique in each of our students. This approach allows the student to understand that a strong vocal foundation is essential for longevity of the voice. Singing becomes much more fun when clear, concise technique is applied to any genre of singing, from musical theatre to pop. Using all...
FOUND.
No Audition Required | Ages 12-20s | Sundays, April 25-June 20 from 2-5 PM EST | Cost 815.00
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ACANY’s Original Spring 2021 Virtual Play
Actors 12-20s Eligible; email us for an age exception*
Meet the Writers: Written By Broadway Stars, Lauren “Coco” Cohn of Mamma Mia! and 6 time Broadway Star, Stacia Fernandez of The Drowsy Chaperone, Mamma Mia!, and Beauty and the Beast, FOUND. is the continuation of their partnership as playwrights. They began their writing partnership after starring on Broadway together in the cast of Mamma Mia!
Directed By: Playwright and Broadway Star, Lauren “Coco” Cohn
Be in the WORLD PREMIERE of a new work!
Learn about the rewards and challenges of creating a character from the ground up, and working with a developing script.
Brief Plot Summary:
How can you know what you have until you know what you have?
..........FOUND.
From finding out that you can hold your breath longer than anyone in your school, to finding a literal diamond in the rough. From finding a way to talk to your Mom, to finding the words in French that get you back to your hotel when you’ve turned the wrong way. We have all found something. In fact, we are finding ourselves all the time. Should we keep what we find, or let it go? The choice is ours. But it’s always a good idea to celebrate what you have.
In a series of scenes and monologues, let’s share in all we have found.
Original Play
Original Stage Play: FOUND. By Audition Only | Ages 12-20s (email us for an age exception) | Sundays, January 8 – March 12 | 1:30 – 4:00 PM | Cost 845.00 DEADLINE TO SUBMIT VIDEO AUDITION IS WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 21ST! Please Prepare: Please prepare the monologue linked HERE! Be sure to bring your own essence and...
Stacia Fernandez
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Our instructors focus on instilling strong vocal technique in each of our students. This approach allows the student to understand that a strong vocal foundation is essential for longevity of the voice. Singing becomes much more fun when clear, concise technique is applied to any genre of singing, from musical theatre to pop. Using all...
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Our instructors focus on instilling strong vocal technique in each of our students. This approach allows the student to understand that a strong vocal foundation is essential for longevity of the voice. Singing becomes much more fun when clear, concise technique is applied to any genre of singing, from musical theatre to pop. Using all...
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Our instructors focus on instilling strong vocal technique in each of our students. This approach allows the student to understand that a strong vocal foundation is essential for longevity of the voice. Singing becomes much more fun when clear, concise technique is applied to any genre of singing, from musical theatre to pop. Using all...
Yu “Fish” Cui
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Our instructors focus on instilling strong vocal technique in each of our students. This approach allows the student to understand that a strong vocal foundation is essential for longevity of the voice. Singing becomes much more fun when clear, concise technique is applied to any genre of singing, from musical theatre to pop. Using all...