April 2021
No Audition Required | Ages 12 & Up | Mondays | 12-4 PM ET | 225.00 per 50 min.
For serious-minded students only!
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.
With years of experience in the industry, Christy can help you navigate the ins-and-outs of musical theatre performance!
Christy specializes in teaching song interpretation, presentation, and more. Be prepared to sing your pieces a cappella or 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!
No Audition Required | Ages 12 & Up | Tuesdays and Thursdays | 2-5 PM ET | 210.00 per 50 min.
For serious-minded students only!
Christopher Fitzgerald is a 3x Tony Nominee, best known for originating the roles of Ogie in WAITRESS (Tony Award Nomination), Igor in YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN (Tony Award Nomination), and Boq in WICKED. Most recently, Christopher was seen in the Broadway Revival of COMPANY as David. Other notable credits include: FINIAN’S RAINBOW (Tony Award Nomination), AN ACT OF GOD, THE MERCHANT OF VENICE, AMOUR, and CHICAGO.
With years of experience in the industry, Christopher can help you navigate the ins-and-outs of musical theatre performance!
Christopher specializes in teaching song interpretation and presentation, scene work, on-camera acting, monologue study, audition prep, and college audition prep. Be prepared to sing your pieces a cappella or with a backing track (many can be found on YouTube). If choosing to work on a scene or monologue with Christopher and do not have material, please contact us after registration.
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!
No Audition Required | Ages 13 & Up | Sundays | 5-7 PM ET | Cost 190.00 per 50 min.
For serious minded students only!
Grey Henson is a Broadway Star, best known for originating the role of Damian Hubbard in MEAN GIRLS! The performance earned him both a Tony Award and a Drama Desk Award nomination. Prior to that he starred as Elder McKinley in THE BOOK OF MORMON, both on Broadway and on Tour.
With years of experience in the industry, Grey can help you navigate the ins-and-outs of musical theatre performance and audition technique!
Grey specializes in teaching song interpretation, audition prep, and college audition prep. Be prepared to sing your pieces a cappella or 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!
No Audition Required | Ages 9 & Up | Saturdays | 1:45 PM ET | 250.00 per 50 min.
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!
Robyn’s other impressive credits include: the ACADEMY AWARD Nominated film SELMA, the Leonardo DiCaprio film BLOOD DIAMOND, which earned DiCaprio a Golden Globe nomination, the romantic comedy thriller SAFE HAVEN starring Julianne Hough and Josh Duhamel, PUBLIC ENEMIES starring Johnny Depp, Christian Bale and Academy Award-winning actress, Marion Cotillard, LORDS OF DOGTOWN starring Heath Ledger, GUESS WHO starring Ashton Kutcher and Bernie Mac and AFTER THE SUNSET starring Selma Hayek and Pierce Brosnan. She was the Casting Director on IRONCLAD starring Academy Award nominated/Golden Globe-winning actor Paul Giamatti.
Robyn was also recognized for her work on SELMA with a Casting Society of America nomination for Associate Casting Director.
Robyn has also been in the casting department for iconic TV series such as SCRUBS, DAWSON’S CREEK, FELICITY and BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER, just to name a few!
With years of experience in the industry, Robyn can help you navigate the ins-and-outs of on-camera performance and audition technique!
With Robyn’s help, actors will learn how to give nuanced, subtle performances and create authentic and believable characters.
Robyn specializes in teaching on-camera acting and audition technique and monologue coaching. If choosing to work on a scene or monologue with Robyn and you do not have material, please contact us after registration. Readers will be provided for people working on scenes.
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.
May 2021
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
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: SOLD OUT! JOIN THE WAITLIST or PURCHASE AN OBSERVATION TICKET!
Session 2: SOLD OUT! JOIN THE WAITLIST or PURCHASE AN OBSERVATION TICKET!
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!
LEARN MORE or JOIN THE WAITLIST or PURCHASE AN OBSERVATION TICKET
All Ages | Sunday, May 16 | Cost 155.00
3 SPOTS LEFT!
Stephanie Hedges is a renowned headshot photographer whose philosophy is to create a relaxed, successful atmosphere that allows her to capture the personality of aspiring young actors!
Outdoor Socially Distanced Mini-Session includes: 30 min. session outdoors | Online watermarked low res gallery within 3 to 5 business days | 2 High-Resolution Retouched images within 5 to 7 business days
*Rain date: Sunday, May 23
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!
No Audition Required | Ages 8-18 (scenes divided by age) | Thursday, May 20 | Cost 195.00 | Cost to Observe 40.00
SOLD OUT! JOIN THE WAITLIST or PURCHASE AN OBSERVATION TICKET!
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!
No Audition Required | Ages 9-18 (scenes divided by age) | Wednesdays, May 26 - June 9 | 4:30-6:30 PM Eastern | Cost 315.00
Limited to 12 Students!
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.
June 2021
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!
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!
No Audition Required | Ages 4 - Mid 20s | Tuesday, June 22 | Cost 295.00 | Coaching Available Starting at 10.00
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.
No Audition Required | Ages 8-19 (Grouped by age) | Monday, June 28 - Thursday, July 1 OR Monday, June 28 - Friday, July 2 | 9:30 AM - 12:45 PM Eastern | 4-Day Cost 525.00 | 5-Day Cost 645.00
Zoom Classrooms Limited to 12 Students!
Payment Plans Available – please call our office at 212.315.3010 or email here to set up a payment plan today!
Hone your musical theatre chops in a fun, safe and supportive environment in our interactive online program with amazing Broadway faculty!
Special July 4th Schedule: Join us for either four (Mon-Thur) or five days (Mon-Fri)! Only campers who join us for five days will participate in the final showcase.
Daily Dance + Warm-Up
We begin each day with an energizing and educational vocal and physical warm-up with our Broadway Director.
Private Lessons
Included in the cost of camp is a free 35-minute one-on-one session with their Broadway Director to supplement what they’ve learned during the camp day, and a free 15-minute dance private with a professional choreographer. Lessons will take place outside of normal camp hours.
Workshops
Campers will take educational workshops led by their Broadway Director and Special Guest Instructors throughout the week!
Broadway Star Q&A
One of Broadway’s biggest stars will zoom in for an informative Q&A! Ask them everything you’ve ever wanted to know about starring on Broadway, or the business of show business!
Final Showcase
Campers who join us for all five days will perform in an online final showcase for family and friends! Zoom in to watch performers present what they have learned throughout the week! (If your loved ones can’t make it live, a recorded version will be distributed via email a few weeks after camp!)
NEW MATERIAL WEEKLY! JOIN US FOR MULTIPLE WEEKS!
July 2021
No Audition Required | Ages 8-19 (Grouped by age) | Wednesday, July 7 - Friday, July 9 | 1-4:15 PM Eastern (OR FOR WEST COAST CAMPERS, 10 AM - 1:15 PM Pacific) | Cost 465.00
Zoom Classroom Limited to 12 Students!
Open to Singers & Non-Singers!
Payment Plans Available – please call our office at 212.315.3010 or email here to set up a payment plan today!
Campers will have the chance to strengthen their skills in 3 different acting mediums: Voice-Over Acting, Sitcom Acting, and Stage and Screen Audition Technique
Weekly Schedule of Workshops
Wednesday: Voice-Over Acting with a Prominent Voice-Over Actor
Thursday: Sitcom Acting with a Prominent TV Actor
Friday: Acting Lab with a Stage & Screen Casting Director
No Audition Required | Ages 10-20s | Fridays, July 9 - August 20 (no class August 6) | 4-6 PM Eastern | Cost 845.00
Payment Plans Available – please call our office at 212.315.3010 or email us to set up a payment plan today!
Work with powerhouse L.A. Talent Manager Mitchell Gossett of Industry Entertainment Partners in an online acting lab! Mitchell's storied success has allowed him to refer talent to agencies in NY, L.A. and across the USA.
Throughout his career as a manager and agent, Mitchell has repped, discovered and developed many noteworthy actors, including Jennifer Lawrence, Rachel Brosnahan, Darren Criss, Zendaya, Kristen Bell, Dylan Minnette, Kiernan Shipka, Jojo Siwa, Miley Cyrus, Lucy Hale and many, many others.
Focus of Class:
• Learn Mitchell Gossett’s Approach to Great Acting
• Discover how to access your instincts & memory in your performance
• Have the chance to workshop your piece with Mitchell
• Receive insightful feedback & coaching directly from Mitchell
Final Performance with Talent Reps:
Together, we will work towards an online final performance in which family, friends, and a few of Mitchell’s industry friends will Zoom in to see you perform!
No Audition Required | Ages 8-19 (Grouped by age) | Monday, July 12 - Friday, July 16 | Time 1-4:15 PM Eastern (OR FOR WEST COAST CAMPERS, 10 AM - 1:15 PM Pacific) | Cost 645.00
Zoom Classrooms Limited to 14 Students!
Payment Plans Available – please call our office at 212.315.3010 or email here to set up a payment plan today!
Hone your acting chops in a fun, safe and supportive environment in Character Camp, an online acting program with amazing On-Camera, Voice-Over and Broadway faculty!
In our straight acting program, campers will explore four different areas of performance: stage acting, film, television and voice-over. Learn how to make bold and interesting character choices and deepen performance skills through a series of workshops and private lessons. Campers will learn to use their physicality and intellect to create compelling characters!
Add new skills to your actor’s toolbox!
Private Lessons - Monologue Study
Campers will take a free 45-minute one-on-one session with their Main Director to work on an age-appropriate monologue. Each actor will be assigned a piece to learn before their session. With the guidance of your Director, you will break down your monologue beat by beat, discover operative words within the text, and identify your objective. Lessons will take place outside of normal camp hours.
Workshops
Take educational workshops led by your Main Director and Special Guest Instructors throughout the week!
Final Showcase
Campers perform in an online final showcase for family and friends! (If your loved ones can’t make it live, a recorded version will be distributed via email a few weeks after camp!)
NEW MATERIAL WEEKLY! JOIN US FOR MULTIPLE WEEKS!
For Serious Minded Students | Ages 10-20 (Grouped by age) | Monday, July 12 - Friday, July 16 | 1-4:15 PM Eastern (10 AM - 1:15 PM Pacific) | Cost 725.00
Zoom Classroom Limited to 12 Students!
Payment Plans Available – please call our office at 212.315.3010 or email here to set up a payment plan today!
Deepen your performance skills and audition technique with 4 of Broadway’s biggest stars!
This program ends in a showcase for family, friends, two scouting industry guests, an agent and a manager!
Daily Instruction & Showbiz Q&A’s
Each day includes a two and a half hour workshop with that day’s star, followed by a 15-minute Q&A that both parents and students are invited to attend!
Weekly Schedule of Workshops
Monday: The 32-Bar Cut Audition
Broadway Star Instructor TBA!
Tuesday: Scene Study
Broadway Star Instructor TBA!
Wednesday: The Broadway Dance Call
Broadway Star Instructor TBA!
Thursday: The 2nd 32-Bar Cut Audition
Broadway Star Instructor TBA!
Friday: Final Showcase for Family, Friends and 2 Scouting Talent Reps
Advanced Students | Junior Ages 8-11 | Senior Ages 12-19 | Monday, July 19 - Friday, July 23 | 1-4:30 PM Eastern (10 AM - 1:30 PM Pacific) | Cost 695.00
Zoom Classroom Limited to 12 Students!
Payment Plans Available – please call our office at 212.315.3010 or email here to set up a payment plan today!
A Class Act NY’s Pre-Professional Program is for a select group of artists who are ready for the challenge of honing their singing, dancing, & acting skills through exploring more advanced work.
Private Lessons
During the week, participants will receive 3 free private lessons. Prep your final showcase material with the guidance of your Broadway Director, Music Director and Dance Instructor. Lessons will take place outside of normal camp hours.
Advanced Masterclasses with Visiting Broadway Stars & Broadway Casting Directors
Pre-Professional Program participants will also take a series of advanced masterclasses with visiting Broadway Stars and Broadway Casting Directors designed to challenge and elevate our actors' skill set.
Broadway Star Q&A
Each week we’ll invite one of Broadway’s biggest stars to zoom in for an informative Q&A! Ask them everything you’ve ever wanted to know about starring on Broadway, or the business of show business!
Final Showcase for 10 Scouting Talent Reps
Perform in a final showcase for loved ones and 10 scouting industry guests! (If your loved ones can’t make it live, a recorded version will be distributed via email a few weeks after camp!)
JOIN US FOR MULTIPLE SESSIONS! NEW MATERIAL COVERED WEEKLY!
No Audition Required | Ages 9-19 (Grouped by age) | Wednesday, July 21 - Friday, July 23 | 10 AM- 4 PM | Cost 695.00
Limited Space!
Open to Singers & Non-Singers!
Payment Plans Available – please call our office at 212.315.3010 or email here to set up a payment plan today!
Hone your acting chops in a fun, safe and supportive environment with an amazing faculty of professional actors and industry pros!
Campers will have the chance to strengthen their skills in 3 different acting mediums:
• Voice-Over Acting with a Professional Voice-Over Actor
• Sitcom Acting with an On-Camera Actor
• Acting Lab with a Stage & Screen Casting Director
No Audition Required | Ages 8-19 (Grouped by age) | Monday, July 26 - Friday, July 30 | 9:30 AM - 12:45 PM Eastern | Cost 645.00
Zoom Classrooms Limited to 12 Students!
Payment Plans Available – please call our office at 212.315.3010 or email here to set up a payment plan today!
Hone your musical theatre chops in a fun, safe and supportive environment in our interactive online program with amazing Broadway faculty!
Campers will have the amazing opportunity to strengthen their singing, dancing, and acting skills through private and group instruction!
Daily Dance + Warm-Up
We begin each day with an energizing and educational vocal and physical warm-up with our Broadway Director.
Private Lessons
Included in the cost of camp is a free 35-minute one-on-one session with their Broadway Director to supplement what they’ve learned during the camp day, and a free 15-minute dance private with a professional choreographer. Lessons will take place outside of normal camp hours.
Workshops
Campers will take educational workshops led by their Broadway Director and Special Guest Instructors throughout the week!
Broadway Star Q&A
One of Broadway’s biggest stars will zoom in for an informative Q&A! Ask them everything you’ve ever wanted to know about starring on Broadway, or the business of show business!
Final Showcase
On the last day of the program, campers will perform in an online final showcase for family and friends! Zoom in to watch performers present what they have learned throughout the week! (If your loved ones can’t make it live, a recorded version will be distributed via email a few weeks after camp!)
NEW MATERIAL WEEKLY! JOIN US FOR MULTIPLE WEEKS!
No Audition Required | Ages 8-19 (Grouped by Age) | Monday, July 26 - Friday, July 30 | 10 AM - 4 PM Eastern | Cost 825.00
Payment Plans Available – please call our office at 212.315.3010 or email here to set up a payment plan today!
Opening a 2nd Session after the 1st one Sold Out! Grab Your Spot ASAP!
Hone your musical theatre chops in a fun, safe and supportive environment!
Limited Space!
Campers will have the chance to build their skills through rehearsing iconic musical theatre numbers, and participating in educational workshops with visiting guest Broadway actors!
Workshops with Broadway Actors: Campers will take specialized workshops with various Broadway guest artists throughout the week!
August 2021
No Audition Required | Ages 10-19 | Monday, August 2 - Friday, August 6 | 10 AM - 4 PM Eastern | Cost 1050.00
Payment Plans Available – please call our office at 212.315.3010 or email here to set up a payment plan today!
Back by Popular Demand!
Limited Space!
In this 5-day program, campers will have the unique opportunity to work with LA Award-Winning Casting Director, Lisa London, on on-camera acting and auditioning skills.
In the very challenging year of 2020, Lisa (London/Stroud Casting) cast 7 films that went into production. These included The Inheritance which filmed in Columbus, Georgia, Basement which filmed in Long Island NY, Old Henry in Nashville, Canyon Del Muerto in New Mexico, State of Consciousness and Eddie and Sunny in Rome and Love on the Rock which was filmed in Malta. Lisa and her partner, Catherine Stroud cast actors from all over the US and 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.
Hone your on-camera audition, self-taping and performance skills and gain confidence as an actor!
Workshops with an Industry Pro
Not only will students get to work with Lisa London, they’ll also work with other amazing industry pros!
No Audition Required | Ages 8-19 (scenes divided by age) | Monday, August 2 - Friday, August 6 | Time 1-4:15 PM Eastern (OR FOR WEST COAST CAMPERS, 10 AM - 1:15 PM Pacific) | Cost 795.00
Zoom Classroom Limited to 14 Students!
Payment Plans Available – please call our office at 212.315.3010 or email here to set up a payment plan today!
Hone your on-camera and voice-over performance and audition skills in a fun, safe, and supportive online environment!
Throughout the week we’ll be joined by 4 top NYC and LA Casting Directors who will provide invaluable feedback, coaching, and insight into the casting process.
Daily Instruction & Showbiz Q&A’s
Each day includes a 3 hour workshop with that day’s casting director, followed by a 15 minute showbiz Q&A that both parents and students are invited to attend!
Weekly Schedule of Events
Monday: Sitcom Acting
Casting Director TBA!
Tuesday: Dramatic On-Camera Acting
Casting Director TBA!
Wednesday: Voice-Over Acting
Casting Director TBA!
Thursday: Commercial Acting
Casting Director TBA!
Friday: Final Showcase with 2 Top Scouting Talent Representatives
No Audition Required | Ages 16+ | 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.
By Audition or Invite Only | Ages 12-19 | Monday, August 9 - Friday, August 13 | 10 AM - 4 PM Eastern | Cost 995.00
Payment Plans Available – please call our office at 212.315.3010 or email here to set up a payment plan today!
The 1st Session SOLD OUT! ONLY 2 SPOTS LEFT in 2nd Session! Get Registered ASAP!
Limited Space!
Audition Info: Perform a 32-bar cut of a musical theatre song, a cappella, and email it to auditions@aclassactny.com. More audition instructions below.
A Class Act NY’s Senior Pre-Professional Program is for advanced actors, ages 12-19, who are ready for the challenge of honing their singing, dancing, & acting skills through exploring more advanced work.
Daily Dance + Warm-Up
We begin each day with an energizing and educational vocal and physical warm-up with our Broadway Director and Music Director.
Group Instruction and Advanced Masterclasses
Throughout the week, participants in the Pre-Professional Program will take group classes with their main Broadway Director and Music Director, as well as advanced masterclasses with visiting guest Broadway artists. Our advanced program is especially designed to challenge and elevate our actors' skill set.
Final Industry Showcase
Our advanced program culminates in a final showcase attended by scouting industry pros. Due to COVID-19, this year's showcase will look a little different from years past, but will still be amazing! Each performer will have the awesome opportunity to perform their monologue and song cut alone in the room for the scouting talent reps! After the program culminates, each actor will receive a written feedback form as well as a video of the showcase performance! Many of our past participants have been discovered at this very program. For a list of recent student achievements, click here.
Video Audition Instructions: Please sing a 32-bar cut, a cappella, of a musical theatre song. Click here for self-tape guidelines and video submission instructions.
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Advanced Students Only | Ages 7-11 | Monday, August 9 - Friday, August 13 | 10 AM - 4 PM Eastern | Cost 995.00
Payment Plans Available – please call our office at 212.315.3010 or email here to set up a payment plan today!
Limited Space!
A Class Act NY’s Junior Pre-Professional Program is for advanced actors, ages 7-10, who are ready for the challenge of honing their singing, dancing, & acting skills through exploring more advanced work.
Daily Dance + Warm-Up
We begin each day with an energizing and educational vocal and physical warm-up with our Broadway Director and Music Director.
Group Instruction and Advanced Masterclasses
Throughout the week, participants in the Pre-Professional Program will take group classes with their main Broadway Director and Music Director, as well as advanced masterclasses with visiting guest Broadway artists. Our advanced program is especially designed to challenge and elevate our actors' skill set.
Final Industry Showcase
Our advanced program culminates in a final showcase attended by scouting industry pros. Due to COVID-19, this year's showcase will look a little different from years past, but will still be amazing! Each performer will have the awesome opportunity to perform their monologue and song cut alone in the room for the scouting talent reps! After the program culminates, each actor will receive a written feedback form as well as a video of the showcase performance! Many of our past participants have been discovered at this very program. For a list of recent student achievements, click here.
Advanced Students | Junior Ages 8-11 | Senior Ages 12-19 | Monday, August 9 - Friday, August 13 | 1-4:30 PM Eastern (OR FOR WEST COAST CAMPERS, 10 AM - 1:30 PM Pacific)| Cost 695.00
Zoom Classroom Limited to 12 Students!
Payment Plans Available – please call our office at 212.315.3010 or email here to set up a payment plan today!
A Class Act NY’s Pre-Professional Program is for a select group of artists who are ready for the challenge of honing their singing, dancing, & acting skills through exploring more advanced work.
Private Lessons
During the week, participants will receive 3 free private lessons. Prep your final showcase material with the guidance of your Broadway Director, Music Director and Dance Instructor. Lessons will take place outside of normal camp hours.
Advanced Masterclasses with Visiting Broadway Stars & Broadway Casting Directors
Pre-Professional Program participants will also take a series of advanced masterclasses with visiting Broadway Stars and Broadway Casting Directors designed to challenge and elevate our actors' skill set.
Broadway Star Q&A
Each week we’ll invite one of Broadway’s biggest stars to zoom in for an informative Q&A! Ask them everything you’ve ever wanted to know about starring on Broadway, or the business of show business!
Final Showcase for 10 Scouting Talent Reps
Perform in a final showcase for loved ones and 10 scouting industry guests! (If your loved ones can’t make it live, a recorded version will be distributed via email a few weeks after camp!)
JOIN US FOR MULTIPLE SESSIONS! NEW MATERIAL COVERED WEEKLY!
No Audition Required | High School Juniors, Seniors & Young Adults | Saturday, August 14 & Sunday, August 15 | 10 AM - 6 PM Eastern | 595.00
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 sophomores, 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 more 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
• Kevin Kemler, Director of Fine and Performing Arts Admissions at Marymount Manhattan College
• Molly Horan, Admissions Administrator at NYU Tisch Drama
• 1 More Guest TBA!
No Audition Required | Ages 8-19 (Grouped by Age) | Monday, August 16 - Friday, August 20 | 10 AM - 4 PM Eastern | Cost 775.00
Opening a 2nd Session after the 1st one Sold Out! Grab Your Spot ASAP!
Payment Plans Available – please call our office at 212.315.3010 or email here to set up a payment plan today!
Build a strong acting foundation in our 5-day in person dramatic arts camp!
Limited Space!
Hone your acting chops in a fun, safe and supportive environment in Character Camp, an in-studio acting program with amazing On-Camera, Voice-Over and Broadway faculty!
In our straight acting program, campers will explore four different areas of performance: stage acting, film, television and voice-over. Learn how to make bold and interesting character choices and deepen performance skills through a series of workshops and rehearsals. Campers will learn to use their physicality and intellect to create compelling characters!
Add new skills to your actor’s toolbox!
No Audition Required | Ages 8 -19 (Grouped by age) | Monday, August 16 - Friday, August 20 | Time 1-4:15 PM Eastern (OR FOR WEST COAST CAMPERS, 10 AM - 1:15 PM Pacific) | Cost 645.00
Zoom Classrooms Limited to 14 Students!
Payment Plans Available – please call our office at 212.315.3010 or email here to set up a payment plan today!
Hone your acting chops in a fun, safe and supportive environment in Character Camp, an online acting program with amazing On-Camera, Voice-Over and Broadway faculty!
In our straight acting program, campers will explore four different areas of performance: stage acting, film, television and voice-over. Learn how to make bold and interesting character choices and deepen performance skills through a series of workshops and private lessons. Campers will learn to use their physicality and intellect to create compelling characters!
Add new skills to your actor’s toolbox!
Private Lessons - Monologue Study
Campers will take a free 45-minute one-on-one session with their Main Director to work on an age-appropriate monologue. Each actor will be assigned a piece to learn before their session. With the guidance of your Director, you will break down your monologue beat by beat, discover operative words within the text, and identify your objective. Lessons will take place outside of normal camp hours.
Workshops
Take educational workshops led by your Main Director and Special Guest Instructors throughout the week!
Final Showcase
Campers perform in an online final showcase for family and friends! (If your loved ones can’t make it live, a recorded version will be distributed via email a few weeks after camp!)
NEW MATERIAL WEEKLY! JOIN US FOR MULTIPLE WEEKS!