April 2020
No Audition Required | Ages 7-18 | Monday, April 27 | Cost to Participate 70.00 | Cost to Observe 25.00
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Receive one-on-one coaching from the comfort of your own home from Artistic Director, Jessica R. Grosman. Before founding A Class Act NY in 2005, Jessica worked in casting in both NYC and CA!
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May 2020
All Ages | Friday, May 1 | Time: 7:30-9 PM EST | Cost 50.00
Parents of child actors and actors of any age are welcome to join our Artistic Director, Jessica R. Grosman and Mallory Levy, Director of the NY Youth Division (legit - theatre, film, tv and commercials) at DDO for a most informative Show Business Q&A!
Mallory is one of the most respected agents in the biz! Mallory has had clients on Broadway, in National Tours, and on popular TV shows! She is a wealth of information!
Before founding A Class Act NY, Jessica worked at two premiere talent and in casting in both NYC and CA! As the artistic director of ACANY, Jessica works closely with bicoastal casting directors, agents and managers.
Participants will need a computer, smartphone, or tablet with a front facing camera, and you must download the free ZOOM app to participate!
Ask us any questions you might have! For a list of suggested questions click the learn more button below!
No Audition Required | Ages 8-18 | Saturday, May 2 | Cost to Participate 195.00 | Cost to Observe 30.00
SOLD OUT! JOIN THE WAITLIST or PURCHASE A $30 OBSERVATION TICKET!
Work on voice-over material from the comfort of your home with Top Voice-Over Actor Lauren “Coco” Cohn, and Marcelle Dabbah, the head of the Youth Voice-Over and Commercial Division at A3 Artists (formerly known as Abrams Artists), a top bi-coastal agency!
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All Ages | Thursday, May 14 | Cost 25.00
20% of All Proceeds Go to The Actors Fund!
Krysta Rodriguez is a Broadway and TV Star, best known for originating the role of Wednesday Addams in THE ADDAMS FAMILY. Her extensive list of Broadway credits include: SPRING AWAKENING, FIRST DATE, IN THE HEIGHTS, and A CHORUS LINE. She was most recently seen on stage opposite Raul Esparza in Theresa Rebeck’s Off-Broadway production of SEARED and in Disney’s HERCULES at The Public Theatre’s Shakespeare in the Park. She is set to star on-screen in Ryan Murphy’s highly anticipated miniseries, HALSTON, where she will portray Liza Minelli. Other TV/Film credits include: SMASH, YOUNGER, GOSSIP GIRL, QUANTICO, CHASING LIFE, THE MYSTERIES OF LAURA and more!
Now is your chance to ask Krysta Rodriguez all of your questions about her career and the biz! Ask her about her experiences starring in hit Broadway musicals and popular TV shows and what it’s like to originate such an iconic role as Wednesday Addams! Get insight and advice about making it in the biz!
Participants will need a computer, smartphone, or tablet with a front facing camera, and you must download the free ZOOM app to participate!
Tuesday, May 26 & Wednesday, May 27 | For Parents and Prospective Campers | Free
We know a lot of you have questions about an online summer program and we’re here to address your concerns!
Parents are invited to join A Class Act NY, the award-winning acting studio, on ZOOM for a FREE preview of what Summer 2020 will look like online!
For summer 2020, we will be offering online musical theatre, on-camera 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!
ACANY has been offering programs online since early March to great success. Our virtual camp fair is for parents who would like to see what separates our online performing arts education from the rest!
We highly recommend watching the session with your child!
We know a lot of you have questions about an online summer program and we’re here to address your concerns!
Each 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 Stars, Music Directors and a Top Disney & Nick TV 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 online summer camp day will look like.
Camp days will be approximately 3-4 hours long, and will include both private and group instruction.
Campers will also take specialized workshops throughout the week!
Workshops may include: TV and Film Work, Voice-Over, Dance, Uta Hagen and Meisner Acting Techniques, Stage Combat, Dialect Coaching, Monologue Study, Shakespeare, Vocal Technique, and more!
June 2020
No Audition Required | Ages 8 - Adults | Tuesday, June 16 | Cost to Participate 25.00 | Cost to Observe 10.00
100% OF THE PROCEEDS FROM THIS WORKSHOP WILL BE DONATED TO THE NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund.
We stand with our black brothers and sisters at this time, and always. Together, let's fight for equality and justice for all!
100% of the proceeds from this commercial workshop will be donated to the NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund. We hope to raise significant funds through this charity workshop. We have 16 participation spots available at just $25, and 280 observer spots available for purchase at just $10.
Help us in the fight to end injustice!
In this 2-hour workshop, you will learn the art of commercial acting and audition technique from A Class Act NY’s Artistic Director, Jessica R. Grosman. Before founding A Class Act NY in 2005, Jessica worked in commercial casting in both NYC and California!
September 2020
Ages: High School Juniors, Seniors, & Young Adults | No Audition Required | Saturday, September 12 & Sunday, September 13 | 10 AM - 6 PM | Cost: 595.00
Calling junior and senior high school students and young adults with aspirations of attending a top BFA, BM, or BA Musical Theatre College Program!
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 officers Wayne Petro, Associate Director of Enrollment for the School of Performing Arts at Pace University, and Kevin Kemler, Director of Fine and Performing Arts Admissions at Marymount Manhattan College, 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!
January 2021
Wednesday, January 6 | For Parents & Prospective Students | FREE
Parents are invited to join A Class Act NY, the award-winning acting studio, on ZOOM for a FREE preview of what Winter and Spring 2021 programs will look like online!
We are continuing to offer online classes and workshops in musical theatre, dramatic arts, dance, on-camera, and voice-over! We will also be offering amazing virtual production opportunities!
ACANY has been offering programs online since March 2020 to great success. Our virtual open house is for parents and students who would like to see what separates our online performing arts education from the rest!
Join us for some or all of the evening- feel free to zoom in and out as you wish! We highly recommend watching the session with your child!
Questions about online programs? We’re here to address your concerns!
The session will include:
• A quick introduction to the program
• A demo of how classes will be run featuring ACANY students and members of our faculty
• A Q&A with ACANY’s administrative staff to answer any parent questions
This session will just scratch the surface of what we’ll be covering throughout the winter and spring. You’ll walk away with a better understanding of what a typical online class will look like.
Most classes will be 2 hours long, and will feature small group instruction (10-12 students per classroom, max).
April 2021
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!
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.
May 2021
All Ages | Sunday, May 16 | Cost 155.00
2 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
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!
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August 2021
All Ages | Sunday, August 8 | Cost 155.00
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
September 2021
Tuesday, September 14 | 7:30 - 9:30 PM Eastern | Free
Join A Class Act NY, the award-winning acting studio, on ZOOM for a FREE preview of what Fall 2021 Programs will look like!
We’ll be offering both Virtual and In-Studio Musical Theatre, On-Camera, Voice-Over and Dramatic Arts Programs taught by amazing Broadway Veterans, and L.A. and NYC Industry Pros including TV/Film Directors, Casting Directors and Agents & Managers!
Join us for some, or all of the sessions, and feel free to Zoom in and out as you wish!
The session will include:
• A quick introduction to our programs
• A demo of how select programs will be run featuring ACANY students and a member of our faculty (Faculty may include Broadway Stars, Professional TV/Film & Voice-Over Actors, and a Top Industry Pro)
• A Q&A with ACANY’s administrative staff to answer your questions
These sessions will just scratch the surface of what we’ll be covering throughout the fall.
Schedule of Open House Events:
7:30 PM ET: Introduction
7:30-7:40 PM ET: Dance w/ Whitney Sprayberry (SPIDERMAN TURN OFF THE DARK, JAGGED LITTLE PILL)
7:40-8 PM ET: Voice-Over w/ Sean Patrick Doyle (THE BOXTROLLS, RUBY TUESDAY’S, BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD)
8-8:15 PM ET: Song Interpretation w/ Jonalyn Saxer (MEAN GIRLS, HOLIDAY INN)
8:15-8:55 PM ET: Sitcom Acting w/ John Patrick Hayden (DAREDEVIL, YOUNGER)
8:55-9:30 PM ET: Q&A w/ ACANY’s Artistic Director, Jessica R. Grosman and ACANY’s Administrative Staff
January 2022
No Audition Required | Ages: 8-19 | Thursday, January 13 & Friday, January 14 | 5-7:30 PM ET | Cost: 260.00
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 (JOHNSON AND JOHNSON, MASTERCARD, IBM, and KMART)
Scouting Talent Rep: Grace Goodell (DDO Artists Agency)
Learn the art of Voice-Over Acting, and Break Into the Voice-Over Industry Today!
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 using just their voice.
Focus of Class:
• Create animated characters for cartoons and feature films
• Work on naturalistic reads for commercials, promos and radio spots
• Learn how to nail VO auditions
• Showcase what you’ve learned for a top Scouting VO Talent Agent from DDO Artists Agency
Final Presentation and Q&A:
Towards the end of the 2nd day, perform for family, friends and a scouting Voice-Over Talent Agent from DDO Artists Agency, a top bi-coastal firm! We’ll conclude with a Q&A (time permitting).
For NEW Students Only | Ages 7-20s | Thursday, January 13th | 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM | FREE
Instructors:
• On-Camera Acting Classes: John Patrick Hayden (DAREDEVIL, YOUNGER, LAW & ORDER: SVU)
• Voice-Over Acting Classes: Alexis Bronkovic (KRINGLE TIME, EMPATHED, THE BLACKLIST)
• Musical Theatre: Lauren “Coco” Cohn (MAMMA MIA!, FUN HOME, FOUND)
• Dance: Jason Carroll (Broadway Tour of CHICAGO, THE WIZARD OF OZ, YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN)
Join A Class Act NY, the award-winning acting studio, on ZOOM for a FREE preview of what Winter/Spring 2022 Programs will look like!
We’ll be offering both Virtual and In-Studio Musical Theatre, On-Camera, Voice-Over and Dramatic Arts Programs taught by amazing Broadway Veterans, and L.A. and NYC Industry Pros including TV/Film Directors, Casting Directors and Agents & Managers!
Join us for some, or all of the sessions, and feel free to Zoom in and out as you wish!
The session will include:
• A quick introduction to our programs
• A demo of how select programs will be run featuring ACANY students and a member of our faculty
• A Q&A with ACANY’s administrative staff to answer your questions
These sessions will just scratch the surface of what we’ll be covering throughout the Winter/Spring.
April 2022
All Ages | Saturday, April 30 | Cost 155.00
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 actors!
Booking for this special discount is only available through A Class Act NY registration!
Outdoor Session includes:
• 30 min photoshoot
• Online watermarked low res gallery within 3 to 5 business days
• 2 High-Resolution Retouched images within 5 to 7 business days
Where: TriBeCa Location
When: Saturday, April 30, All Day
Cost: 155.00
PLEASE NOTE: A CLASS ACT NY DOES NOT HANDLE SCHEDULING FOR THIS EVENT. YOU WILL BE SENT A LINK TO SIGN UP FOR A TIME WITH THE PHOTOGRAPHER AFTER YOU REGISTER!
September 2022
For Parents & Prospective Students Ages 7-20s | Monday, September 12 | 7:30-9:30 PM ET | Free
Join A Class Act NY, the award-winning acting studio, on ZOOM, for a FREE preview of what our Fall 2022 Programs will look like!
This Fall, we’ll be offering both In-Studio and Virtual Musical Theatre, On-Camera, Voice-Over and Dramatic Arts Programs taught by amazing Broadway Veterans, On-Camera Actors, Voice-Over Artists and L.A. and NYC Industry Pros including TV/Film Directors, Casting Directors and Agents & Managers!
Join us for some, or all of the sessions, and feel free to Zoom in and out as you wish!
The Open House Will Cover:
• A quick introduction to our programs
• A demo of how select programs will be run featuring ACANY students and members of our faculty
• A Q&A with ACANY’s administrative staff to answer your questions
These sessions will just scratch the surface of what we’ll be covering throughout the Fall!
All Ages | Saturday, September 17 | Cost 155.00
SOLD OUT! JOIN THE WAITLIST
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 actors!
Booking for this special discount is only available through A Class Act NY registration!
Outdoor Session includes:
• 30 min photoshoot
• Online watermarked low res gallery within 3 to 5 business days
• 2 High-Resolution Retouched images within 5 to 7 business days
Where: TriBeCa Location
When: Saturday, September 17, All Day
Cost: 155.00
PLEASE NOTE: A CLASS ACT NY DOES NOT HANDLE SCHEDULING FOR THIS EVENT. YOU WILL BE SENT A LINK TO SIGN UP FOR A TIME WITH THE PHOTOGRAPHER AFTER YOU REGISTER!
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April 2023
All Ages | Saturday, April 22 | Cost 175.00
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 actors!
Booking for this special discount is only available through A Class Act NY registration!
Outdoor Session includes:
• 30 min photoshoot
• Online watermarked low res gallery within 3 to 5 business days
• 2 High-Resolution Retouched images within 5 to 7 business days
Where: TriBeCa Location
When: Saturday, April 22, All Day
Cost: 175.00
PLEASE NOTE: A CLASS ACT NY DOES NOT HANDLE SCHEDULING FOR THIS EVENT. YOU WILL BE SENT A LINK TO SIGN UP FOR A TIME WITH THE PHOTOGRAPHER AFTER YOU REGISTER!