January 2020
Ages 5-6 & 7-11 (2 separate classrooms) | No Audition Required | Saturdays, January 25 - May 16 | 11 AM - 12:30 PM | Cost: 895.00
Payment Plans & Make-Up Class Available – please call our office at 212.315.3010 or email here to set up a payment plan today!
Youth Theatre Educator (Ages 5-6): Virginia Jimenez
Broadway Instructor (Ages 7-11): Lauren Elder (HAIR, SIDE SHOW)
Focus of Class: Over 13 Saturdays, students will learn lines, songs, and of course, dance numbers from the junior version of Disney’s popular musical, BEAUTY AND THE BEAST!
Final Showcase: Class culminates in a final performance in the studio for loved ones and a few scouting talent reps!
Can’t make all 13 classes? Not to worry, we will be offering a make-up class!
Ages 8-14 (Scenes Split by Age) | No Audition Required | Sundays, January 26 - May 3 | 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM | Cost: 895.00
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In this comprehensive course, students will get the chance to explore all aspects of acting for popular networks like Disney & Nickelodeon! We’ll split our time between a professional recording studio, and a traditional studio with proper on-camera equipment.
We will cover both the voice-over component and the on-camera acting component in this comprehensive VO and On-Camera Acting Class. Lots of Disney & Nick shows employ voice-overs in their episodes. Familiar with LIV & MADDIE or STUCK IN THE MIDDLE? Watch a few episodes of these hit Disney shows to see what we are referring to! Learn how to nab a starring role in a Disney or Nick show!
Ages 12-19 | Advanced Students | Sundays, January 26 - May 3 | 11 AM - 1 PM | Cost: 895.00
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Focus of Class:
In this comprehensive course, we will cover the ins and outs of 3 popular forms of TV series: Procedurals, Sitcoms and Serial Dramas.
Final Showcase:
At the end of the 11 weeks, we’ll perform selections from all 3 genres for family, friends, and scouting industry guests!
Ages 7-10 & 11-19 (2 separate classrooms) | Advanced Students | Sundays, January 26 - May 3 | 11 AM - 1 PM | Cost: 895.00
Payment Plans & Make-Up Class Available – please call our office at 212.315.3010 or email here to set up a payment plan today!
Broadway Instructor (Ages 7-10): Lauren “Coco” Cohn (MAMMA MIA!) Only a few spots left!
Broadway Instructor (Ages 11-19) SOLD OUT! JOIN THE WAIT LIST!
Learn the techniques that can help you nail your auditions!
In this 11-week advanced class, actors will work on the three major components of the audition process: the vocal audition, the dance audition, and the acting audition.
Our first class will be a mock audition, each student will perform a song cut so our instructors can become familiar with your vocal abilities and your personality.
After we have run through everyone's audition cut, your Broadway instructor will lead the class in a mock dance audition!
During the 11-weeks, we will also pair you up with scene partners to run mock acting auditions!
Moreover, we’ll make recommendations of song cuts you should add to your repertoire and we will begin to hone those new song cuts!
Final Showcase:
On the last day, actors will perform a variety of the material they have mastered for 10 scouting agents and managers, as well as family & friends!
Can’t make all 11 classes? Not to worry, we will be offering a make-up class!
March 2020
AUDITIONS Via Video: Advanced 6-Week Spring Scene Study Class, May 20th Agent & Manager Showcase with 20+ Scouting Talent Reps, ACANY’S June 2nd Got Talent Cabaret, and July and August 1-Week Summer Pre-Professional Programs Audition Instructions: May 20th Agent & Manager Showcase All Actors Ages 7+ Must Prepare: One-minute, age-appropriate monologue from a published play. Monologues MUST be memorized. If you need help finding a monologue, contact us! Singers Must Also Prepare: 32 bars of a musical theatre song…
April 2020
No Audition Required | Ages 10-17 | Thursdays, April 2 - April 30 | 4-6 PM EDT | Cost 475.00
SOLD OUT! JOIN THE WAITLIST or REGISTER FOR THE APRIL 22 - MAY 20 SESSION
Build a strong acting foundation from the comfort of your own home with Artistic Director, Jessica R. Grosman!
In this course, we will focus on breaking down monologues into their purest elements. All students will work as a group to analyze pieces. Each student will have the ability to perform their pieces for Jessica and their classmates. Individual adjustments and direction will be given by Jessica.
Final Showcase and Q&A with Talent Rep: Together, we will work towards an online final showcase in which a top talent agent will Zoom in to see your performance! Not only will the talent rep observe your performance and add feedback, but they will also conduct a showbiz Q&A for students and their parents!
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By Audition Only | Ages 13 & Up | Weekdays 2-3 PM | Cost 175.00 per 50 min.
Alex is a two time Tony nominee! Last year, he 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!
With years of experience in the industry, Alex can help you navigate the ins-and-outs of musical theatre performance and audition technique!
Alex specializes in teaching song interpretation, vocal coaching, audition prep, college audition prep, monologue work, and scene work. If electing to do a musical theatre lesson, be prepared to sing your pieces a cappella or with a backing track (many can be found on YouTube).
Please note that private lessons with Alex are geared towards performers who are serious about their work. Performers should have past performance experience, or have taken classes at a reputable institution. Please consider another ACANY Broadway instructor if you are a beginner looking for a voice teacher or acting coach.
Audition Instructions:
Please send a video performing 16 bars of a musical theatre song to auditions@aclassactny.com. You can sing either a cappella or with a backing track. Videos of you performing in a production, cabaret, or concert are acceptable as long as they are good quality (i.e. we can see and hear you clearly) and only include your performance.
CLICK HERE for our self tape guidelines!
No Audition Required | Ages 9 & Up | Friday, April 10 | Cost to Participate 175.00 | Cost to Observe 25.00
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Eva will be working one-on-one via the Zoom app with her students! Perform a 16-bar cut and one minute monologue for Eva who will offer each participant individual guidance and feedback on their interpretation, presentation and technique!
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No Audition Required | Ages 9 & Up | Friday, April 10 | Cost to Participate 125.00 | Cost to Observe
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Ashley will be working one-on-one via the Zoom app with her students! Perform a 32-bar cut OR one minute monologue for Ashley who will offer each participant individual guidance and feedback on their interpretation, presentation and technique!
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No Audition Required | Ages 9 & Up | Saturday, April 11 | Cost to Participate 125.00 | Cost to Observe 25.00
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Laura will be working one-on-one via the Zoom app with her students! Sing a 32-bar song cut for Laura who will offer each participant individual guidance and feedback on their song interpretation and presentation!
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No Audition Required | Ages 8 & Up | Monday, April 13 | Cost to Participate 135.00 | Cost to Observe 25.00
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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!
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No Audition Required | Ages 9 & Up | Monday, April 13 | Cost to Participate 125.00 | Cost to Observe 25.00
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Christy will be working one-on-one via the Zoom app with her students! Sing a 32-bar song cut for Christy who will offer each participant individual guidance and feedback on their song interpretation and presentation!
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By Audition Only | 13 & Up | Tuesdays in April | Cost 175.00 per 50 min.
Laura Osnes is a two-time Tony Nominee, best known for her roles in Rodgers + Hammerstein’s CINDERELLA, BANDSTAND, BONNIE AND CLYDE, SOUTH PACIFIC, ANYTHING GOES and GREASE! Since her last role on Broadway, she co-developed and starred in THE BROADWAY PRINCESS PARTY at Feinstein’s/54 Below and starred in THE KEY OF LOVE and A HOMECOMING FOR THE HOLIDAYS on the Hallmark Channel.
With years of experience in the industry, Laura can help you navigate the ins and outs of musical theatre performance and audition technique!
Laura specializes in teaching song interpretation, vocal coaching, 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).
Please note that private lessons with Laura are geared towards performers who are serious about their work. Performers should have past performance experience, or have taken classes at a reputable institution. Please consider another ACANY Broadway instructor if you are a beginner looking for a voice teacher or acting coach.
Audition Instructions:
Please send a video performing 16 bars of a musical theatre song to auditions@aclassactny.com. You can sing either a cappella or with a backing track. Videos of you performing in a production, cabaret, or concert are acceptable as long as they are good quality (i.e. we can see and hear you clearly) and only include your performance.
CLICK HERE for our self tape guidelines!
No Audition Required | Ages 10-17 | Tuesdays, April 14- May 19| Cost: 550.00
Space is limited!
Payment Plans Available – please call our office at 212.315.3010 or email here to set up a payment plan today!
Use your new found downtime to brush up your audition materials! When life returns to normal, you’ll be rehearsed and ready to go!
Whether you’ve got professional auditions on the horizon, or just local school or community theatre auditions to look forward to- this class will help bring your performance to the next level!
Focus of Class:
• Find pieces that showcase your unique personality and vocal range
• Work on song interpretation, presentation, and acting through song
• Learn how to connect emotionally to the lyric in an authentic and honest way
• Receive and perform one minute monologues that you can use for future auditions
• Learn how to break down monologues into their purest elements: objectives, tactics, conflict, acting beats and more
• Nail the audition once you get in the room
Final Showcase and Q&A with Talent Rep: Together, we will work towards an online final showcase in which a top talent agent will Zoom in to see your performance! Not only will the talent rep observe your performances and add feedback, but they will also conduct a showbiz Q&A for students and their parents! Of course, the talent rep is always scouting too!
No Audition Required | Ages 9 & Up | Wednesday, April 15 | Cost to Participate 175.00 | Cost to Observe 25.00
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Reeve will be working one-on-one via the Zoom app with his students! Perform a 16-bar cut and one minute monologue for Reeve who will offer each participant individual guidance and feedback on their interpretation, presentation and technique!
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No Audition Required | Ages 9 & Up | Thursday, April 16 | Cost to Participate 125.00 | Cost to Observe 25.00
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Alex will be working one-on-one via the Zoom app with his students! Sing a 32-bar song cut for Alex who will offer each participant individual guidance and feedback on their song interpretation and presentation!
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No Audition Required | 2 Sessions Split By Age, 8 & Up | Sunday, April 19 | Cost to Participate 205.00 | Cost to Observe 25.00
SESSION 2 SOLD OUT! REGISTER FOR SESSION 1
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Take 1 or more sessions with Wendy from the comfort of your own home!
Session 1 - Ages: 8-18 (Scenes Split By Age!) Time: 10 AM - 1:30 PM
Session 2 - Ages: 11 & Up (Scenes Split By Age!) Time: 2 - 5:30 PM
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.
Wendy’s workshops are well known for creating an inviting and energetic environment in which students are given the tools necessary to be successful, working actors in the entertainment industry. Impressively, she has recently coached all of the newly scouted talent for Disney Channel’s latest boot camp and showcase!
Focus of Class:
• Learn what it takes to be a successful actor on the set of a Disney and Nick show
• Rehearse Scenes from Hit Shows Wendy has directed
• Receive Coaching and Feedback directly from Wendy Faraone
• Learn how to Land Jokes, Make Turns and Bring out the Funny in the Audition Room and On Set
• Showbiz Q&A with Wendy and Artistic Director of A Class Act NY, Jessica R. Grosman
No Audition Required | Ages 9 & Up | Monday, April 20 | Cost to Participate 125.00 | Cost to Observe 25.00
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Alex will be working one-on-one via the Zoom app with his students! Sing a 32-bar song cut for Alex who will offer each participant individual guidance and feedback on their song interpretation and presentation!
LEARN MORE or JOIN THE WAITLIST or PURCHASE A $25 OBSERVATION TICKET
Ages 18+ | No Audition Required | Tuesday, April 21 | 6-8:30PM | Cost: 260.00
Payment Plans Available – please call our office at 212.315.3010 or email here to set up a payment plan today!
SPACE IS LIMITED! Spots are first come, first serve.
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, from the comfort of your home using the ZOOM app!
FREE BONUS: For singers, we will create a track for you to sing with during the showcase!
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!
Talent reps will watch your performance LIVE via Zoom, and give individual feedback and coaching!
Participating actors should plan to prepare the following:
NON-SINGERS: A Monologue that is 90 Seconds or Less in Length
SINGERS: A Monologue that is 60 Seconds or Less in Length and a 16 Bar Cut (Send us your sheet music 3 days in advance and we will provide you with a track for use during the showcase)
Need some extra help before the big day? Participants will receive a special rate on Skype coaching with our Broadway coaches and professional vocal coaches!!
Contact the office to set up a coaching session!
No Audition Required | Ages 10-17 | Wednesdays, April 22 - May 20 | 4-6 PM EDT | Cost: 475.00
Payment Plans Available – please call our office at 212.315.3010 or email here to set up a payment plan today!
Limited to 10 students!
1st Session Sold-Out! 2nd Session added by popular demand! Register before this one sells out too!
Build a strong acting foundation from the comfort of your own home with Artistic Director, Jessica R. Grosman!
In this course, we will focus on breaking down monologues into their purest elements. All students will work as a group to analyze pieces. There will be a lot of note-taking in this class.
Focus of Class:
• Identify your character’s overall objective
• Identify conflicts your character faces in your piece
• Learn how to use tactics to achieve your objective
• Discover operative words and acting beats within the text
• Work on character development
Final Showcase and Q&A with Talent Rep: Together, we will work towards an online final showcase in which a top talent agent will Zoom in to see your performance! Not only will the talent rep observe your performance and add feedback, but they will also conduct a showbiz Q&A for students and their parents!
Age appropriate monologues will be distributed via email before class.