September 2026
Ages 11-19 (scenes divided by age & level; email for an age exception) | Drama Session: Sundays, Sep. 27 - Oct. 25 | Sitcom Session: Sundays, Nov. 1 - Dec. 13 | 11 AM - 1 PM | 5-Week Cost: 599.00 | 10-Week Cost: 950.00
Payment Plans Available at Checkout, or if you need a custom plan, email us or call (212) 315-3010
Two Ways to Save! Enroll in the full 10-week session and save, or mix and match any Early Fall and Late Fall 5-week classes to receive discounted pricing. If you'd like to mix and match classes, please contact us HERE to register and receive your discounted rate.
Drama Session Instructor: TV & Film Actor Olivia Oguma (INFLUENCED, FBI, LAW & ORDER)
Sitcom Session Instructor: TV & Film Actor John Patrick Hayden (FLEISHMAN’S IN TROUBLE, YOUNGER, DAREDEVIL)
Cover the ins and outs of two popular genres of Television: Sitcoms (Comedic TV Shows) and Dramas, which can include both Serial Dramas (continuing plot that unfolds in a sequential episode-by-episode fashion) and Procedurals (series that focuses on how crimes are solved or some other aspect of a law enforcement agency).
Students learn the acting techniques needed for one, or both, of these very different yet very popular genres of television shows!
Focus of Class:
• Scene Study & Character Development: Learn how to identify operative words, objectives, conflict, tactics and acting beats within the text and how to make your character come to life
• Learn how to portray complex characters
• Learn how to bring out the funny in sitcom scenes by cultivating and connecting to your personal joy and opening your comic receptors
• Learn how to develop a relationship with the camera
• Improve on-camera physicality
• Work on active listening skills; learn how to be a generous & present scene partner
• Hone audition technique and learn how to make a proper homemade self-tape
Final Showcase:
Each 5-Week Session ends in Showcase for family & a few Scouting Talent Reps!
November 2026
Ages 18 & Up | Wednesdays, Nov. 4 - Dec. 2 | 6:30-9 PM | Cost 445.00
Payment Plans Available at Checkout, or if you need a custom plan, email us or call (212) 315-3010
TV/Film Instructor: Actor, Filmmaker & Educator, John Patrick Hayden (YOUNGER, FLEISHMAN’S IN TROUBLE, DAREDEVIL)
Join actor, filmmaker, and educator John Patrick Hayden for a weekly on-camera workout built around learning by doing. Shoot scenes, work auditions, explore improv, watch playback, get individualized coaching, make adjustments, and get back in front of the camera. A supportive, all-levels space to build confidence, take risks, get your reps in, and grow your skills on camera.
Focus of Class:
• Shoot Scenes & Work Auditions
• Explore Improv
• Watch Playback & Get Individualized Coaching
• Learn How to Make Quick Adjustments
• Grow Your On-Camera Skills