Past Events › Workshops Outside of NYC
January 2018
WICKED Workshop with a WICKED Star Jenny DiNoia & Audition Technique with a Top NYC Talent Manager in Allentown, PA
SOLD OUT! Email us at info@aclassactny.com to join the waitlist now!
Ages 7 – 18! Monday Jan. 15 (MLK Day, No School)!
Part 1: Join a Broadway Star of WICKED for a one-day musical theatre WICKED themed workshop! Participants will learn a WICKED song and dance combo from a Broadway Star who will also host a lively Question and Answer Session about their experience in this long-running, beloved musical! The WICKED Star will be signing autographs and taking pics with students, so bring your playbills!
Part 2: Even if you don’t want to go pro, a top NYC talent manager will offer helpful feedback and coaching on mock auditions and will teach participants how to snag a coveted role in a school, community theatre or professional production! The Top NYC Talent Manager is always on the lookout for fresh faces and kids have been picked up from past workshops!
February 2018
Wayne, NJ – Presidents Day: Wicked Star, Clyde Alves & Top Talent Pro Workshop
All Skill Levels | Ages 7 – 18 | Monday, Feb. 19 (Presidents Day, No School)!
Learn a WICKED Song and Dance Combo with WICKED Star, Clyde Alves (WICKED, ON THE TOWN, BULLETS OVER BROADWAY, NICE WORK IF YOU CAN GET IT, ANYTHING GOES, HAIRSPRAY, OKLAHOMA, and MUSIC MAN). Clyde will also treat students to an engaging Q&A and an autograph and photo session! Students will also work with top NYC Talent Manager, Stephanie Artuso of Shirley Grant Management on musical theatre audition technique. Stephanie will conduct mock auditions and offer insightful feedback and coaching. Class concludes with a showbiz Q&A.
NEW HAMPSHIRE: HAMILTON Workshop with HAMILTON Star, Andrew Chappelle
Ages 7 – Adults | Monday Feb. 19 (Presidents Day, No School)
Join Broadway Star of HAMILTON, Andrew Chappelle (HAMILTON, MAMMA MIA! PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT) for a one-day musical theatre HAMILTON theme workshop! Andrew will teach lucky participants a song and dance combo from HAMILTON and also host a lively Question and Answer Session about his experience in this historic, revolutionary and inspiring American Tale! Andrew will also be signing autographs and taking pics with students, so bring your playbills!
March 2018
PENNSYLVANIA: HAMILTON Workshop with HAMILTON Star, Andrew Chappelle
Ages 7-adult | All Skill Levels | Monday, March 19
Join Broadway Star of HAMILTON, Andrew Chappelle (HAMILTON, MAMMA MIA! PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT) for a one-day musical theatre HAMILTON theme workshop! Andrew will teach lucky participants a song and dance combo from HAMILTON and also host a lively Question and Answer Session about his experience in this historic, revolutionary and inspiring American Tale! Andrew will also be signing autographs and taking pics with students, so bring your playbills! LEARN MORE
Stamford JCC: HAMILTON Workshop with HAMILTON Star, Andrew Chappelle
Ages 7- Adults | Monday, Mar. 26
Join Broadway Star of HAMILTON, Andrew Chappelle (HAMILTON, MAMMA MIA! PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT) for a one-day musical theatre HAMILTON theme workshop! Andrew will teach lucky participants a song and dance combo from HAMILTON and also host a lively Question and Answer Session about his experience in this historic, revolutionary and inspiring American Tale! Andrew will also be signing autographs and taking pics with students, so bring your playbills! LEARN MORE
April 2018
WEST PALM BEACH, FL: SCHOOL OF ROCK & Audition Workshop with SCHOOL OF ROCK’S Lulu Lloyd
Ages 7- 24! Thursday, April 26!
Broadway’s smash hit, SCHOOL OF ROCK, has people rockin’ out in their seats! Come join us for an SOR workshop with SCHOOL OF ROCK’s own, Lulu Lloyd! Lulu is not only in SOR, she’s also the dance captain!
A Class Act NY is bringing the power of Rock to West Palm Beach! LEARN MORE
Alexandria, VA: Disney Channel & Nickelodeon Director, Wendy Faraone’s Sitcom Workshops (KNIGHT SQUAD, WALK THE PRANK, LIV AND MADDIE!)
All Skill Levels | Ages 7-11 and 12 & up, groups split by age | Sunday, Apr. 29
Only a few spots left in Session 1 and 1 Spot Left in Session 2!
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 WALK THE PRANK and she was also the director of Disney’s #1 family sitcom, LIV AND MADDIE!
Wendy has worked on-set with actors on BEST FRIENDS WHENEVER, I DIDN’T DO IT, A.N.T. FARM, WIZARDS OF WAVERLY PLACE, SONNY WITH A CHANCE, I’M IN THE BAND, HANNAH MONTANA, as well as many Nickelodeon and Disney Channel pilots! LEARN MORE
May 2018
HAMILTON Star Workshop Brought to you by ACANY & Kids On Stage LA
Ages 7-adult | All Skill Levels | Saturday, May 5
ACANY in Conjunction with KIDS on Stage LA Presents HAMILTON Workshop with HAMILTON Star, Andrew Chappelle.
Join Broadway Star of HAMILTON, Andrew Chappelle (HAMILTON, MAMMA MIA! PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT) for a one-day musical theatre HAMILTON theme workshop! Andrew will teach lucky participants a dance combo from HAMILTON and also host a lively Question and Answer Session about his experience in this historic, revolutionary and inspiring American Tale! Andrew will also be signing autographs and taking pics with students, so bring your playbills! LEARN MORE
PENNSYLVANIA: WICKED & Audition Technique Workshop with WICKED Cast Member Amanda Rose (Nessarose!)
All Skill Levels | Ages 7-18 | Limited to 24 Students | Sunday, May 6
PART 1: WICKED Workshop
Join Broadway Cast Member of WICKED, Amanda Rose who played Nessarose on the Great White Way for a one-day musical theatre WICKED themed workshop! Participants will learn a WICKED song and dance combo from Broadway Cast Member, Amanda Rose and a professional Music Director. Amanda will also host a lively Question and Answer Session about her experience in this ‘popular’ musical and will be signing autographs and taking pics with students, so bring your playbills!
PART 2: Audition Technique with Amanda Rose
Whether you want to go pro or not, learn how to snag a coveted role in a local or professional production! Broadway Cast Member, Amanda Rose and our wonderful Music Director will offer helpful feedback and coaching on 16 bar cut mock auditions and will teach participants proper audition protocol and technique! LEARN MORE
October 2018
Broadway Casting Pro from Carnahan Casting Teaches Audition Technique in W. Palm, FL
All Skill Levels | Ages 7-20's, 2 Sessions Grouped by Age | Saturday, Oct. 20 | Cost 195.00
Work one-on-one with Alexandre Bleau of Carnahan Casting and Roundabout Theatre Company, the casting office behind many beloved Broadway shows!
In addition to singing and getting feedback on your 32-bar cut, Alexandre will offer his opinion on whether your song is a good choice for you and showcases your unique talent.
Alexandre Bleau’s impressive list of Broadway credits includes HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD, the upcoming MOULIN ROUGE, GROUNDHOG DAY, AMELIE, SKYLIGHT, CONSTELLATIONS, and THE RIVER and many UK, Old Globe, regional and national tour productions! Carnahan Casting is also responsible for casting shows such as FUN HOME and MATILDA!
Humble brag moment: Lots of our students starred in the Broadway and National Tours of these shows!
Learn how to snag a coveted role in a Broadway Show or National Tour!
DC/VA WICKED & Audition Technique Workshop with WICKED Cast Member Desi Oakley (Elphaba)
Ages 7-18 | All Skill Levels | 12 PM – 4 PM | Saturday, Oct 20 | 195.00
PART 1: WICKED Workshop
Join Broadway Cast Member of WICKED, Desi Oakley who played Elphaba & Nessarose on the Great White Way for a one-day musical theatre WICKED themed workshop! Participants will learn a WICKED song and dance combo with Broadway Cast Member, Desi Oakley and a professional Music Director. Desi will also host a lively Question and Answer Session about her experience in this ‘popular’ musical and will be signing autographs and taking pics with students, so bring your playbills!
PART 2: Audition Technique with Desi Oakley
Whether you want to go pro or not, learn how to snag a coveted role in a local or professional production! Broadway Cast Member, Desi Oakley and our wonderful Music Director will offer helpful feedback and coaching on 16 bar cut mock auditions and will teach participants proper audition protocol and technique!
January 2019
NEWSIES & Audition Workshop with Laurie Veldheer in Syracuse, NY
Ages 7-20 | All Skill Levels | Saturday, January 12 | 1:30 - 5:30 PM | Cost: 185.00
Work with Broadway Star, Laurie Veldheer of NEWSIES & MAMMA MIA! and a music director on a NEWSIES song and dance combo from this beloved smash hit and on audition technique!
After we learn a NEWSIES song and dance combo, participants will sing a 16 bar cut and we will conduct mock auditions. Get feedback on your audition tech from Laurie
MEAN GIRLS & Audition Workshop with MEAN GIRLS Actor, Cheech Manohar (Kevin G)
All Skill Levels | Ages 7 & Up | Monday, Jan. 21 | 12 - 4 p.m. | Cost: Members 165.00, Non-Members 175.00
Join a Broadway Star of MEAN GIRLS, Cheech Manohar (Kevin G), for a MEAN GIRLS musical theatre workshop! Participants will learn a MEAN GIRLS song and dance combo with Cheech who will also host a lively Q&A about his experience in Broadway’s newest smash hit!
Even if you don’t want to go pro, Cheech Manohar will offer helpful feedback and coaching on mock auditions and will teach participants how to snag a coveted role in a school, community theatre or professional production!
A fun Q&A session will be held with Cheech Manohar!
MEAN GIRLS & Audition Workshop with MEAN GIRLS Actor Brendon Stimson (NEWSIES, SOMETHING ROTTEN, WEST SIDE STORY) in Long Island
East Hills, NY 11548 United States
All Skill Levels | Ages 7 & Up | Monday, Jan. 21 | 1 - 5 p.m. | Cost: Members 175.00, Non-Members 185.00
Sold Out! Join The Waitlist!
Join a Broadway Star of MEAN GIRLS, Brendon Stimson (NEWSIES, SOMETHING ROTTEN, WEST SIDE STORY), for a MEAN GIRLS musical theatre workshop! Participants will learn a MEAN GIRLS song and dance combo with Brendon who will also host a lively Q&A about his experience in Broadway’s newest smash hit!
Even if you don’t want to go pro, Brendon will offer helpful feedback and coaching on mock auditions and will teach participants how to snag a coveted role in a school, community theatre or professional production!
A fun Q&A session will be held with the Broadway Star!
May 2019
Facebook Live Camp Q&A
"LIKE US” on Facebook to participate in ACANY’s FREE Live Stream Camp Seminar!
Join Artistic Director and Founder of A Class Act NY, Jessica R. Grosman and Broadway & On-Camera actors and beloved ACANY instructors, Sean Patrick Doyle and Morgan Weed for a FREE Summer Camp Seminar on Facebook Live, May 10 at 1pm!
A Class Act NY’s award-winning Summer Programs have been covered by major news outlets like THE NEW YORK TIMES, CBS NEWS, & BACKSTAGE MAGAZINE! Many of our families travel from all over the country (and the world) year after year to work alongside Broadway Stars and Industry Pros in week long On-Camera, Musical Theatre, and Dramatic Arts One-Week Summer Intensives.
January 2020
MEAN GIRLS Star, Cheech Manohar (Kevin G!) Teaches a MEAN GIRLS Workshop in W. Palm Beach!
No Audition Required | Ages 8-mid 20's | Monday, January 20th - MLK Day - No School | Cost 195.00
Join Star, Cheech Manohar who plays Kevin G in West Palm Beach for a one-day MEAN GIRLS workshop!
Part 1: Song and Dance Combo with MEAN GIRLS' Cheech Manohar (Kevin G!)
Part 2: Scene Work & Character Development Exercises
Part 3: Q&A, Autograph & Photos
Don’t miss your chance to work with Cheech Manohar from this Super Fetch musical!
Pelham, NY: MEAN GIRLS & Audition Workshop with MEAN GIRLS Actor Iain Young
No Audition Required | Space Is Limited | Ages 8-18 | MLK Day, Monday, Jan. 20 | Cost: 185.00
Join Broadway Actor of MEAN GIRLS, Iain Young (MEAN GIRLS, NEWSIES), for a MEAN GIRLS musical theatre workshop!
Part 1: Learn Song & Dance Combo with MEAN GIRLS Actor, Iain Young (Understudy Damian, Assistant Dance Captain)
Part 2: Audition Technique - bring in a 16 bar audition cut and sing for Iain Young who will offer individual feedback & coaching
Part 3: Q&A, Autograph & Photos
Don’t miss your chance to work with Iain Young from this Super Fetch musical!
If you would like to observe your child during the class, we have PARENT/GUARDIAN ONLY observation tickets available as well for $25!
February 2020
Nashville, TN: HAMILTON Workshop with HAMILTON Star, Andrew Chappelle
No Audition Required | Ages 8- Adults | Saturday, Feb. 22 | Cost: 150.00
Join Broadway Star of HAMILTON, Andrew Chappelle (HAMILTON, MAMMA MIA! PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT) for a one-day musical theatre HAMILTON theme workshop! Learn original Broadway choreography straight from HAMILTON with Andrew Chappelle! Andrew will also host a lively Question and Answer Session about his experience in this historic, revolutionary and inspiring American Tale! Andrew will also be signing autographs and taking pics with students, so bring your playbills!
March 2020
FREE Virtual Masterclasses + Showbiz Seminar w/ Top Talent Agent, Mallory Levy of DDO!
Dates: Monday, March 23 - Thursday, March 26 | Times: Vary | Ages: 7-Adults
Students are invited to join A Class Act NY, the award-winning acting studio, on ZOOM for a FREE week of virtual masterclasses!
Work with our wonderful Broadway, On-Camera and Voice-Over instructors and see what separates ACANY from the rest!
Take one or more workshops! 10 participant spots are available in each masterclass, and up to 90 others are welcome to learn by observing! (We may call on observers to participate if time allows!)
Learn how online acting classes work, and how to use ZOOM!
Schedule of Events:
Monday, March 23 from 8-8:45PM
Showbiz Seminar + How to Self-Tape w/ Artistic Director, Jessica R. Grosman and Top Talent Agent, Mallory Levy, of DDO! (All Ages)
Tuesday, March 24 from 4-5PM
Voice-Over Acting Class w/ Voice-Over & Broadway Actor, Sean Patrick Doyle (Ages 9-18*)
Wednesday, March 25 from 4-5PM
Commercial Acting Class w/ Artistic Director, Jessica R. Grosman (Ages 7-18*)
Thursday, March 26 from 4-5PM
Musical Theatre Song Interpretation Class w/ Broadway's Morgan Weed (Ages 9-18*)
* Parents and performers of any age are welcome to observe!
Can’t make it, but still interested in learning about all that online acting classes have to offer? Schedule a private Skype/ZOOM lesson (starting at $65 for 30 min), or check out our other offerings HERE!
Online Showbiz Q&A with Artistic Director, Jessica R. Grosman and Top Talent Agent, Mallory Levy of DDO
All Ages | Tuesday, March 31 | Time: 7:30-9 PM EDT | Cost 40.00
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!
May 2020
Online Showbiz Q&A with Artistic Director, Jessica R. Grosman and Top Talent Agent, Mallory Levy of DDO
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!
Charity Q&A w/ Broadway & TV Star, Krysta Rodriguez to Benefit The Actor’s Fund
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!
February 2023
BEETLEJUICE & Audition Tech Workshop w/ a BEETLEJUICE Actor & Top Talent Manager, Stephanie Artuso of Edge Entertainment Management in Wayne, NJ
Wayne, NJ 07470
All Skill Levels | Ages 8 – 18 | Monday, Feb. 20 (Presidents’ Day, No School)! | Family Facility Member Cost 175.00 | Non-Member Cost 185.00
SOLD OUT! JOIN THE WAITLIST
A Class Act NY returns with an exciting Musical Theatre workshop in Wayne, NJ featuring BEETLEJUICE Actor, Katie Lombardo and Stephanie Artuso of Edge Entertainment Management! Learn a Broadway song and dance combo and work on audition technique in this 3 hour class! Students will also work with Stephanie on musical theatre audition technique. Stephanie will conduct mock auditions and offer insightful feedback and coaching. They are always looking for new clients! Class concludes with a showbiz Q&A.
February 2024
New Jersey On-Camera Intensive with a TV/Film Actor & A Top Talent Manager from Edge Management
Wayne, NJ 07470
No Audition Required | Ages 9-18 (Scenes split by Age) | Monday, February 19 (President’s Day - No School!) | 12 - 4 PM | Cost 195.00
ONLY 2 SPOTS LEFT!
Instructor: TV/Film Actor, Alexis Bronkovic (YOUNGER, LAW & ORDER, BLUE BLOODS)
Talent Rep: A Top Talent Manager from Edge Management
PART 1:
Learn proper on-camera acting skills, and audition technique with a seasoned NYC TV/Film Actor.
PART 2:
Perform a mock audition for a Top Talent Manager from Edge Management.
**Scenes will be sent a few days in advance, emulating real world TV/Film circumstances.
Focus of Class:
• Learn how to quickly analyze a tv/film scene and discover the acting beats, objectives, conflicts and tactics your character faces
• Learn how to make bold yet authentic acting choices that are compelling but also truthful
• Proper on-camera audition technique - the dos and don’ts of auditioning
• Receive one-on-one coaching and feedback from a veteran TV/Film actor and a renowned Talent Rep
• Showbiz Q&A with the Talent Rep if time permits