June 2023
Ages 18+ | No Audition Required | Wednesday, June 21 | 6:15-8:30 PM ET | Cost 265.00
Payment Plans Available – please call our office at 212.315.3010 or email here to set up a payment plan today!
Perform In-Studio OR Via Zoom!
Looking for an Agent? A Manager? Both? We’re here to offer you the exclusive opportunity to perform for 10 scouting agents and managers in one evening!
A Class Act NY has been helping aspiring actors meet their representation and start successful careers for years. Don’t believe us? Check out our impressive Student Achievement Page!
Participating actors should plan to prepare the following:
NON-SINGERS:
• A Monologue that is 90 Seconds or Less in Length
SINGERS:
• 1 Minute Monologue
• 16 Bar Cut
• In-Studio: An accompanist will be provided. Please bring sheet music clearly marked and in a binder.
• Virtual: You must be prepared to sing your piece with a backing track (many can be found on YouTube).
Need some extra help before the big day?
Discounted Coaching Available:
Participants will receive a special rate on zoom or in-person coaching with our Broadway coaches and professional Music Directors!
Contact the office to set up a coaching session!
No Audition Required | Ages 8-20s (Grouped by Age) | Monday, June 26 - Friday, June 30 | 10 AM - 4 PM | Cost 1050.00
Email us for an age exception!
Payment Plans Available – please call our office at 212.315.3010 or email here to set up a payment plan today!
All of the scenes used for this class are pulled from actual sitcoms!
Live out your dreams of starring on a hit TV series with L.A. Director and famous On-Set Acting Coach, Jason Shipman!
Jason’s credits include a mind blowing number of projects for DISNEY, NETFLIX, AMAZON, HBO, NICKELODEON, APPLE KIDS, SYFY, and UNIVERSAL, among others.
He made his television directing debut on AMAZON’s hit serial-mystery, JUST ADD MAGIC which starred our alum, Kirrilee Berger, followed by multiple episodes of DISNEY’S Emmy Nominated sitcom and longest running series ever, BUNK’D!
He also just directed and coached on Disney’s newest series, PRETTY FREAKIN’ SCARY, which airs June 15th!
Recently, Jason was brought on to coach episodes of APPLE’S Emmy-Nominated GHOST WRITER, and their youth series, CIRCUIT BREAKERS, as well as HBO’s WESTWORLD, RESIDENT ALIEN on SyFy, and multiple sitcoms for the DISNEY CHANNEL.
Other on-Set sitcom coaching credits include BIZAARDVARK, JESSIE, DOG WITH A BLOG, I DIDN’T DO IT, RICHIE RICH, THE FRESH BEAT BAND & more!
Selected by the Directors Guild of America, Jason was admitted to their 2020 Director Development Initiative, where he was identified as an emerging television director to watch.
Your Week at a Glance:
• Day One: The Basics, the Breakdown, and the Audition
• Day Two: Welcome to the Show
• Day Three: Rehearsal Day
• Day Four: Block and Shoot Day
• Day Five: The Live Audience Shoot
Workshops with TV/Film/VO & Stage Actor, Alexis Bronkovic (YOUNGER, FBI, LAW & ORDER: SVU):
Work alongside Alexis on improv for the camera, voice-over, scene study and dramatic on-camera acting skills throughout the week.
July 2023
No Audition Required | Ages 7-19 (Grouped by Age) | Monday, July 10 - Friday, July 14 | 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM | Cost: 975.00
Payment Plans Available – please call our office at 212.315.3010 or email here to set up a payment plan today!
Instructor: Broadway’s Judine Somerville (HAIRSPRAY, ON THE TOWN, CRAZY FOR YOU)
ACANY campers learn numbers from beloved Broadway musicals, take a variety of workshops with visiting guest Broadway artists, attend a Broadway Matinee and talk-back, and make their Off-Broadway Debut at a professional NYC Theatre!
Broadway Matinee & Talk-Back
On Wednesday, participants will be treated to a matinee performance of NEW YORK, NEW YORK (nominated for 9 Tony Awards including Best Musical) and attend a talkback with actors after the show!
Final Showcase: Off-Broadway Debut
At the end of the week, campers make their Off-Broadway Debut in a musical revue at a professional NYC Theatre for family and friends!
By Audition or Invite Only | Junior Ages 7-11 | Senior Ages 12-20s | Monday - Friday, July 17 - July 21 | 9:30 AM - 5 PM | Cost: 1050.00
Payment Plans Available – please call our office at 212.315.3010 or email here to set up a payment plan today!
Broadway Instructor (Junior Session): Broadway's Katie Lombardo (BEETLEJUICE, ELF, FLASHDANCE)
Broadway Instructor (Senior Session): Broadway’s Amanda Rose (MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG, WICKED, HOLIDAY INN)
Audition Instructions
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 Pre-Professional Program is for advanced actors who are ready for the challenge of honing their singing, dancing, & acting skills through exploring more advanced work.
Already on ACANY’s Advanced Student List? Request your invitation now!
Daily Dance + Warm-Up
Begin each day with an energizing and educational vocal and physical warm-up with our Broadway Director and Music Director.
Broadway Matinee & Talk-Back
On Wednesday, participants will be treated to a matinee performance of KIMBERLY AKIMBO (nominated for 8 Tony Awards including Best Musical) and attend a talkback with actors after the show!
Private Lessons, Group Instruction and Advanced Masterclasses
A combination of private and group instruction will provide participants with a unique week-long experience. Participants will also take a series of advanced masterclasses with visiting Broadway guest artists designed to challenge and elevate our actors' skill set.
Industry Showcase w/ Scouting Talent Reps
On Thursday evening, perform in an invited dress rehearsal for 5 or more scouting talent reps! Many of our past participants have been discovered at this very program. For a list of recent student achievements, click here.
Final Showcase: Off-Broadway Debut
The Pre-Professional Program culminates in a final showcase at an off-Broadway Theatre for loved ones!
No Audition Required | Ages 10 & Up (Email us for an age exception)| Tuesday, July 18 | Cost to Perform: 195.00 | Cost to Observe: 75.00
Sing for Merri, or observe to pick up new tips!
Work one-on-one with Senior Casting Director, Merri Sugarman (CSA) of Tara Rubin Casting! Tara Rubin is the casting office behind Broadway and Off-Broadway hits and National Tours such as SING STREET*, TREVOR THE MUSICAL*, DEAR EVAN HANSEN*, SIX, AIN'T TOO PROUD, ALADDIN, PHANTOM OF THE OPERA, CHASING RAINBOWS*, LES MISERABLES*, AIDA, THE BAND’S VISIT, MISS SAIGON*, SCHOOL OF ROCK*, KING KONG, FALSETTOS*, A BRONX TALE, and many other shows too numerous to mention here!
*ACANY is proud to have many students represented in the casts of these shows! You can read more on our Student Achievement Page!
Students participating in this class perform a 32-bar cut of a musical theatre song with an accompanist.
Focus of Class:
• Sing and receive individual feedback and coaching on your song cut or monologue from Tara Rubin Casting Director, Merri Sugarman
• Learn if your piece is a good choice for you and showcases your unique talent, vocal range and personality
• Learn how to put your best foot forward in auditions
• Q&A with Merri about the ins-and-outs of the business
By Audition or Invite Only | Ages: 10-19 (Email us for an age exception)| Monday, July 24 - Friday, July 28 | 10AM - 4PM | Cost: 1050.00
Payment Plans Available – please call our office at 212.315.3010 or email here to set up a payment plan today!
Instructor: TV/Film & Broadway Actor, John Patrick Hayden (FLEISHMAN’S IN TROUBLE, DAREDEVIL, TARTUFFE)
Audition Instructions
Perform one monologue from this Dropbox folder and email it to auditions@aclassactny.com.
Already on ACANY’s Advanced Student List? Request your invitation now!
Take your on-camera, voice-over and audition skills to the next level in our advanced one-week intensive and perform for scouting Talent Agents & Managers!
Strengthen skills in these different acting mediums:
• Voice-Over Acting with a Professional Voice-Over Actor
• Sitcom Acting with an On-Camera Actor
• Dramatic Film & TV Acting with an On-Camera Actor
• Audition Technique with a Film/TV & VO Actor
Industry Showcase w/ Scouting Talent Reps
On Thursday evening, perform in an invited dress rehearsal for 5 or more scouting talent reps! Many of our past students have been discovered at similar programs. For a list of recent student achievements visit our IG page at @AClassActNY
No Audition Required | Ages 9-20s (Grouped by Age) | Monday, July 31 - Friday, August 4 | 10 AM - 4 PM | 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!
Performers have the unique opportunity to work with Award-Winning L.A. Casting Director, Lisa London on on-camera acting and auditioning skills.
It’s no secret that the past few years have been challenging for the industry, but Lisa and her office, London/Stroud Casting have remained busy including casting 7 films in 2020. Recent 2021 projects include: NOTHING IS IMPOSSIBLE which filmed in Knoxville, Tennessee, STRONG FATHERS, STRONG DAUGHTERS which filmed in Los Angeles, and they are consulting for a film company, PARADOX PICTURES.
The film, OLD HENRY starring Timothy Blake Nelson which was cast in 2020, premiered at the Venice Film Festival in 2021 and has been getting amazing reviews, even Cher tweeted about the film. CANYON DEL MUERTO starring Tom Felton, Abigail Lawrie, Jacob Fortune-Lloyd and Abigail Breslin filmed in New Mexico and BASEMENT which filmed in NYC are both getting released in 2022.
Lisa and her partner, Catherine Stroud cast actors from all over the USA, and even the world for these different movies.
Currently she has over 15 projects in pre- and post production.
Focus of Lisa’s On-Camera Camp:
• Perform a mock audition for Lisa and learn how to prepare for auditions
• Actors are paired up with “co-stars” and will dissect and analyze their scenes
• Gain invaluable feedback and training from Lisa London throughout the week
• Lisa directs all actors’ scenes
Lisa also uses improvisation, an important skill to have both on-set and in auditions. She will run fun exercises that keep actors’ minds sharp, focused and keep the creative juices flowing.
To round out our students’ education, campers also work with one of ACANY’s Teaching Artists, a bonafide on-camera actor, taking specialized workshops!
Workshops may include:
• Scene and Script Analysis
• Voice-Over Technique
• Commercial Acting and Audition Technique
• Improvisation
• Self-Tape and Marketing Reels
Final Showcase
Students present material they have rehearsed for family and friends!
August 2023
No Audition Required | Teens & Adults | Wednesday, August 2 | 6-9 PM | Cost 195.00
Performers have the unique opportunity to work with Award-Winning L.A. Casting Director, Lisa London on on-camera acting and auditioning skills.
Notable recent projects include: THE POISON ROSE starring Morgan Freeman, Brendan Fraser and John Travolta, Adam Sandler’s NETFLIX Film, SANDY WEXLER, EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES starring Angela Kinsey of THE OFFICE, FREAKS starring Emile Hirsch and Bruce Dern, THE MOSTLY GHOSTLY franchise starring BELLA THORNE and SUGAR AND TOYS for FUSE TV.
You might also be familiar with Lisa’s work on HANNAH MONTANA, SUPAH NINJAS, SUITE LIFE OF ZACK AND CODY and HOUSE BUNNY starring Emma Stone!
Lisa London cast huge stars early in their careers including Emma Stone, Jonah Hill, Mark Ruffalo, Miley Cyrus, Selena Gomez & Yari Shahidi to name a few!
Currently, Lisa has over 15 projects in pre- and post-production.
Focus of Class:
• The class will cover what casting directors are looking for in auditions, and why some people get callbacks while others do not and why it’s imperative to research a role
• Proper on-camera audition technique
• Perform scenes for Lisa London and receive one-on-one coaching and feedback. Sides will be sent a few days in advance, emulating a real audition
• Showbiz Q&A
By Audition or Invite Only | Junior Ages 7-11 | Senior Ages 12-20s | Monday - Friday, August 7 - August 11 | 9:30 AM - 5 PM | Cost: 1050.00
Payment Plans Available – please call our office at 212.315.3010 or email here to set up a payment plan today!
Broadway Instructor (Junior Session): Broadway's Katie Lombardo (BEETLEJUICE, ELF, FLASHDANCE)
Broadway Instructor (Senior Session): C.K. Edwards (FROZEN, SHUFFLE ALONG, AFTER MIDNIGHT, BILLY ELLIOTT)
Audition Instructions
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 Pre-Professional Program is for advanced actors who are ready for the challenge of honing their singing, dancing, & acting skills through exploring more advanced work.
Already on ACANY’s Advanced Student List? Request your invitation now!
Daily Dance + Warm-Up
Begin each day with an energizing and educational vocal and physical warm-up with our Broadway Director and Music Director.
Broadway Matinee & Talk-Back
On Wednesday, participants will be treated to a matinee performance of SHUCKED (nominated for 9 Tony Awards including Best Musical) and attend a talkback with actors after the show!
Private Lessons, Group Instruction and Advanced Masterclasses
A combination of private and group instruction will provide participants with a unique week-long experience. Participants will also take a series of advanced masterclasses with visiting Broadway guest artists designed to challenge and elevate our actors' skill set.
Industry Showcase w/ Scouting Talent Reps
On Thursday evening, perform in an invited dress rehearsal for 5 or more scouting talent reps! Many of our past participants have been discovered at this very program. For a list of recent student achievements, click here.
Final Showcase: Off-Broadway Debut
The Pre-Professional Program culminates in a final showcase at an off-Broadway Theatre for loved ones!
No Audition Required | Ages 11 & Up (Email us for an age exception) | Monday, August 14 - Friday, August 18 | 10:30 AM - 4 PM | Cost 1350.00
Payment Plans Available – please call our office at 212.315.3010 or email here to set up a payment plan today!
REGISTRATION CLOSES JULY 15 AT 5 PM ET!
Mitchell is back by popular demand!
Instructor: L.A. Talent Manager & World Renowned Acting Teacher, Mitchell Gossett of Industry Entertainment Partners
The Acting Lab:
Challenge yourself in a unique one-week Acting Lab dedicated to exploring the balance between thoughtful preparation and exciting, unpredictable performance and auditioning skills.
Through the lens of exploring monologues using classic techniques - as well as newer theories of environment, inner and outer landscapes, embodied psychology, and even parallels to Quantum Entanglement Theories - and using exercises designed to free and sensitize your Body and Mind, actors will discover new ways to find paths in which to create more vibrant, dynamic, and bold choices in their work and performances.
Actors learn how to explore texts with their own creative and imaginative energies and find new ways to discover the moments and environment which lead to dynamic and compelling performances.
Final Industry Presentation:
The Lab will culminate on the 5th and final day with a remote, zoom presentation showcasing each actor’s work for a small audience of industry and creative professionals with the purpose of applying the week’s discoveries right away in front of Industry Professionals.
JOIN US FOR THE WEEK AND BRING YOUR WORK ALIVE IN NEW AND EXCITING WAYS. GROW YOUR WORK FROM BASIC - TO BOLD.
No Audition Required | Ages 8-20s (Grouped by Age) | Monday, August 21 - Friday, August 25 | 10 AM - 4 PM | Cost 1050.00
Email us for an age exception!
Payment Plans Available – please call our office at 212.315.3010 or email here to set up a payment plan today!
All of the scenes used for this class are pulled from actual sitcoms!
Live out your dreams of starring on a hit TV series with L.A. Director and famous On-Set Acting Coach, Jason Shipman!
Jason’s credits include a mind blowing number of projects for DISNEY, NETFLIX, AMAZON, HBO, NICKELODEON, APPLE KIDS, SYFY, and UNIVERSAL, among others. He made his television directing debut on AMAZON’s hit serial-mystery, JUST ADD MAGIC which starred our alum, Kirrilee Berger, followed by multiple episodes of DISNEY’S Emmy Nominated sitcom, BUNK’D!
Jason just directed and coached Disney’s newest series, PRETTY FREAKIN’ SCARY, which airs June 15th!
Recently, Jason was brought on to coach episodes of APPLE’S Emmy-Nominated GHOST WRITER, and their youth series, CIRCUIT BREAKERS, as well as HBO’s WESTWORLD, RESIDENT ALIEN on SyFy, and multiple sitcoms for the DISNEY CHANNEL.
Other on-Set sitcom coaching credits include BIZAARDVARK, JESSIE, DOG WITH A BLOG, I DIDN’T DO IT, RICHIE RICH, THE FRESH BEAT BAND & more!
Selected by the Directors Guild of America, Jason was admitted to their 2020 Director Development Initiative, where he was identified as an emerging television director to watch.
Your Week at a Glance:
• Day One: The Basics, the Breakdown, and the Audition
• Day Two: Welcome to the Show
• Day Three: Rehearsal Day
• Day Four: Block and Shoot Day
• Day Five: The Live Audience Shoot
Workshops with TV/Film/VO & Stage Actor, Alexis Bronkovic (YOUNGER, FBI, LAW & ORDER: SVU):
Work alongside Alexis on improv for the camera, voice-over, scene study and dramatic on-camera acting skills throughout the week.
No Audition Required | Elementary Age Children | Monday, August 21 - Friday, August 25 | Time: 10AM - 4PM | Cost: 850.00
Payment Plans Available – please call our office at 212.315.3010 or email here to set up a payment plan today!
Instructor: Professional Director, Singer, Performer, Rebecca Reres
Young performers will be introduced to the beloved story of WILLY WONKA KIDS in this one-week musical theatre summer camp!
Campers rehearse songs, dance numbers and scenes from WILLY WONKA, learn proper singing technique and expand their theatrical knowledge under the guidance of a Professional Actor/Singer and Teaching Artist!
Campers also craft props and set pieces that will be incorporated into the final performance!
Bring a pillow and blanket for a short nap time!
Final Showcase:
On Friday afternoon, our performers present a paired down performance of WILLY WONKA KIDS for family and friends at the studio!
Focus of Camp:
• Learn fun song-and-dance numbers from WILLY WONKA KIDS
• Make your own props and set pieces
• Perform in a final showcase for family and friends
No Audition Required | High School Students & Young Adults | Saturday, August 26 & Sunday, August 27 | 10 AM - 6 PM Eastern | Cost 595.00
Payment Plans Available – please call our office at 212.315.3010 or email us to set up a payment plan today!
Instructor: College Admissions Officer from Pace University, Wayne Petro & a Music Director
Calling high school students and young adults with aspirations of attending a top BFA, BM, or BA Musical Theatre College Program!
It's never too early to start preparing for college auditions!
Do you need guidance on the college admissions process like, how do I go about choosing the right material that showcases me, my vocal range and my unique personality? How do I create a professional and memorable pre-screen video? Do you want to know what college admissions officers are looking for?
If you have answered yes to any of these questions, ACANY’s 2-Day Pre-College Audition Intensive is for YOU!
Work all weekend alongside Pace University College Admissions Officer, Wayne Petro and a professional music director to prepare for the showcase with more admissions officers coming in on Sunday! This 2-Day College Prep Intensive will leave you confident and ready to take on the daunting task of applying to college musical theatre programs!