
Past Events
April 2018
6-Week By Audition Only: College and Conservatory Audition Prep
An event every week that begins at 11:00 am on Sunday, repeating until May 20, 2018
Ages 15 and up | Sunday Apr. 15, 22, 29, May 6, 13, 20
Video Audition Instructions: Please sing 32-bars, a cappella, of a musical theatre song that is age appropriate. Click here for self-tape guidelines and video submission instructions.
Actors who are interested in auditioning for musical theatre programs will benefit from working with the Enrollment Manager at Pace University’s School of the Arts, a Broadway Actor and Pace University School of the Arts Adjunct Professor and a professional Music Director. The Enrollment Manager will give students in inside look at the pre-screen process and what he wants to see in applicants. The Broadway actor and MD will work with students on their audition songs, interpretation and presentation. LEARN MORE
6-Week Triple Threat Class
All Skil Levels | Ages 7 – 11 | Sundays, Apr. 15, 22, 29; May 6, 13, 20!
Work up close and personal with Broadway’s Natalie Wisdom (GROUNDHOG DAY, BILLY ELLIOT) and a wonderful music director on song and dance combinations from varying musical theatre eras. In this all skill level enrichment course, students will gain exposure to different musical theatre eras from Rodgers and Hammerstein all the way to hip pop musicals such as Hamilton! All new material for returning students! LEARN MORE
OPEN CALL AUDITIONS: Advanced Summer Programs, Cabarets and Agent & Manager Showcases
Advanced Summer Programs
July & August Pre-Professional Program
• Please sing 32 bars, a cappella, of a musical theatre song that is age appropriate.
Cabarets
• Please sing 32 bars, a cappella, of a musical theatre song that is age appropriate.
Agent & Manager Showcases
Singers: 32 bars of a musical theatre song to be sung a cappella AND a one-minute, age-appropriate monologue from a published play. Non-Singers: One-minute, age-appropriate monologue from a published play. Monologues MUST be memorized and conversational in tone. Bring 2 copies with you!
Via Video
Can’t make the open call? Submit a video audition instead! LEARN MORE
BROADWAY ROCKS Cabaret!
New York, NY 10023 United States
Ages 7 – 20 | by Audition or Invite Only | Space is Limited
Hosted by Celebrity Child Performers, Rachel Katzke and Annabelle Wachtel of Broadway's SCHOOL OF ROCK, directed by Broadway’s Lauren ‘Coco’ Cohn (MAMMA MIA!) and a professional music director, performers will have the incredible opportunity to perform individual and group numbers at the historic Triad Theatre in NYC on April 17 in an effort to raise money for Everytown for Gun Safety!
Performers will sing their favorite Pop/Rock song in an effort to end gun violence and build safer communities! LEARN MORE
Agent Night with 4 Top Talent Agents for Adults
Space is Limited | Ages 18 & Up | Wednesday, April 18
Work with 4 Top Talent Agents! The impressive lineup of Agents who are actively scouting for theatre, film, TV, commercial and voiceover actors include Julia Watkinson of CESD, Talia Edelhelt of Abrams Artists, Ellery Sandhu of Avalon Artists and Harrison Post of HCKR (Harden-Curtis & Assoc.)!
Perform one of the following pieces for the agents: a 1-minute monologue of your choice OR a 16-bar cut of a musical theatre song. We will provide a music director for singers. LEARN MORE
Voice-Over Workshop with a Top VO Actor and Chris Cooper of FBI Talent Agency
All Skill Levels | Limited to 16 Students | Ages 8-18 | Saturday, Apr. 21
Work on voice-over material in a professional recording studio with top Voice-Over Actor Lauren 'Coco' Cohn (Voice-Over Credits: Verizon, McDonald's, John Deere, voice of Betty Boop; Broadway Credits: Mamma Mia!; Film and TV Credits: Morning Glory, Catch Me If You Can, The Family, Deadbeat) and actively scouting Chris Cooper of FBI Talent Agency!
Train with two top Voice-Over Industry Pros on proper VO acting and audition technique! LEARN MORE
7-Week Broadway and Beyond Class in Stamford, CT
Ages 7 – 11! Sundays, April 22, 29; May 6, 13 June 3, 10, 17* Final Showcase
Broadway Comes to Connecticut!
Work up close and personal with a wonderful Broadway performer on song and dance combinations from varying musical theatre eras. In this all skill level enrichment course, students will gain exposure to different musical theatre eras from Rodgers and Hammerstein all the way to hip pop musicals such as Hamilton! LEARN MORE
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
Carnahan Casting’s Alexandre Bleau Musical Theatre Audition Technique
All Skill Levels | Ages 7-18 | Sunday, May 6
Work one-on-one with Alexandre Bleau of Carnahan Casting and Roundabout Theatre Company, the casting office behind many beloved kid-heavy Broadway shows!
In addition to singing and getting feedback on your 32-bar cut, Alexandre will also offer his opinion on whether your song is a good choice for you and showcases your talent.
Alexandre Bleau’s impressive list of Broadway credits includes HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD, GROUNDHOG DAY, AMELIE, SKYLIGHT, CONSTELLATIONS, and THE RIVER. The upcoming MOULIN ROUGE and many UK, Old Globe, regional and national tour productions! LEARN MORE
3-Time Tony Nominee & Disney Star, Kevin Chamberlin’s Musical Theatre Audition Masterclass
All Skill Levels | Ages 8-18 | Saturday, May 12
1 Spot Left!
The lovable and beloved Kevin Chamberlin, three-time Tony Nominee and Broadway’s original Horton the Elephant in SEUSSICAL THE MUSICAL, UNCLE FESTER in THE ADDAMS FAMILY, and upcoming role as the Wizard in WICKED, will be teaching an amazing Audition Masterclass for aspiring actors ages 8 - 18.
Kevin will be working one-on-one with each student! Sing a 32 bar mock audition for Kevin, (otherwise known as Bertram from his days on the Disney hit show, JESSIE) who will offer each student individual guidance and feedback on their audition technique and song interpretation! As if that weren't enough, learn if your song is a good showcase of you and your unique talents!
Class will conclude with a Q&A, and photo session with this three-time Tony Nominee and TV Star! LEARN MORE
June 2018
Agent Day with 4 Top Talent Agents
When: Sunday, June 10
Ages: 7 - Adults split up by age (7-11 in one room and 12+ in the other)
Ages 7 - 11
Session 1, 10 AM - 1 PM - Sold Out! Join Waitlist Here!
Session 2, 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM - Sold Out! Join Waitlist Here!
Ages 12 - 20's
Session 1, 10 AM - 1 PM Sold Out! Join Waitlist Here!
Session 2, 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM Sold Out! Join Waitlist Here!
Lucky participants have the amazing opportunity to work with either 2 or 4 Top NYC Talent Agents in either a 1/2 day workshop or a full day 6.5 hour workshop!
We are bringing in Stephanie Corvino (CESD), Alice Skiba (Carson Kolker), Chris Cooper (FBI) and David Gilbert (Zuri Talent Agency)! These agents represent theatre, film, TV, and voice-over!
The Agents are always looking for talent and many students have been picked up from classes and are now working!
“AND THE WINNER IS…” Cabaret!
New York, NY 10023 United States
Ages 7 – 20 | by Audition or Invite Only | Space is Limited
SOLD OUT! Contact Us For Waitlist Details
Hosted by Celebrity Child Performers and directed by Broadway’s Morgan Weed of the Tony-Nominated Original Musical, AMERICAN PSYCHO, performers will have the incredible opportunity to perform individual and group numbers from beloved Tony-Nominated musicals at the historic Triad Theatre in NYC on June 14 in an effort to raise money for Everytown for Gun Safety!
Sing your favorite song from a Tony-Nominated musical in an effort to end gun violence and build safer communities! LEARN MORE
July 2018
July 2018: Camp ACANY
All Skill Levels | Ages 7 – 18 (grouped by age) | Monday - Friday, Jul. 9 - 13, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. | $885.00
In this comprehensive 5-day program, campers will hone all 3 major components of Musical Theatre performance: singing, dancing and acting.
Throughout the week, campers will learn numbers from beloved Broadway musicals, see Broadway's empowering musical ANASTASIA and attend a talkback with actors after the show, and perform in a final showcase at an Off-Broadway Theatre!
HAMILTON Workshop with HAMILTON Star, Andrew Chappelle
Ages 7 - Adults | All Skill Levels | Sunday, July 15 | 11 AM - 1:30 PM | $160.00
Join Broadway Star of HAMILTON, Andrew Chappelle for a one-day HAMILTON themed 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 pictures with students, so bring your playbills!
Jr. Pre-Professional Program (July 16 – 20)
Ages 7-11 | Space is limited to just 24 advanced actors | This camp ends in a Final Showcase in an Off-Broadway Theatre for family and scouting industry professionals.
Session 1: Monday – Friday, July 16 – July 20, 9 AM – 5 PM.
A Class Act NY’s Pre-Professional Program is for a select group of artists who are ready for the challenge of honing their singing, dancing, & acting skills through exploring more advanced work.
July participants are treated to a matinee performance of Broadway's empowering musical ANASTASIA and attend a Talkback with cast members after the show!
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Senior Pre-Professional Program (July 16 – 20)
Ages 12-19 | Space is limited to just 24 advanced actors | This camp ends in a Final Showcase in an Off-Broadway Theatre for family and scouting industry professionals.
Session 1: Monday - Friday, July 16 - July 20, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
SOLD OUT! Contact us for waitlist details!
Due to the overwhelming response, we have added another July Senior Pre-Professional Program (Ages 12-19) here!
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July 2018: Character Camp
All Skill Levels | Ages 7 – 18 (grouped by age) | Monday - Friday, Jul. 16 - 20, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. | $775.00
A straight acting, non-musical theatre camp great for both the thespian and the musical theatre actor!
Through a variety of techniques and workshops in scene study, on-camera and voiceover technique, script analysis, physicality exercises, improvisation and more, campers will finish the week with plenty of new skills to add to their actor’s toolbox.
Actors will split time between an acting studio and a professional voice-over studio! Camp culminates in a final showcase of scene work and newly learned skills for family and friends at an exciting Off-Broadway Theatre!
Senior Pre-Professional Program (July 23 – 27)
Ages 12-19 | Space is limited to 24 Participants | This camp ends in a Final Showcase for family and industry professionals.
July Dates: Monday - Friday, July 23 - July 27, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
A Class Act NY’s Pre-Professional Program is for a select group of young artists who are ready for the challenge of growing their theatre performance skills and are looking forward to exploring more advanced work.
Pre-Professional Program faculty include Broadway Theatre Actors and Industry Professionals interested in sharing methods and insights with those seeking to expand their craft and explore creative expression.
The performance is designed to showcase the skills and challenging material students have mastered throughout the week.
Broadway Matinee and talkback: On Wednesday, our PPP participants will be treated to a Broadway Matinee performance of WICKED and a talkback with actors after the show! LEARN MORE
L.A. Based Casting Director Lisa London’s On-Camera Camp
All Skill Levels | Ages 10+ | Monday-Friday, July 23 - July 27, 9 AM – 5 PM | $945.00
* Sold Out! Join The Waitlist!
In this 5-day program, actors in training will have the unique opportunity to work with award-winning Casting Director, Lisa London and other industry professionals on acting and auditioning skills.
** Superstar session - credits cannot be applied toward this program.
JULY SPECIAL! Headshot Deal with Bitty Broadway Headshots
Stephanie Thomas 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 Mini-Sessions for 150.00 and Studio Standard Sessions for 275.00!
Booking for this special discount is only available through A Class Act NY registration! LEARN MORE or CLICK TO REGISTER
August 2018: Camp ACANY
All Skill Levels | Ages 7-18 (grouped by age) | Monday-Friday, July 30 - Aug. 3, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. | $885.00
In this comprehensive 5-day program, campers will hone all 3 major components of Musical Theatre performance: singing, dancing and acting.
Throughout the week, campers will learn numbers from beloved Broadway musicals, see Broadway's splashiest new musical SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS and attend a talkback with actors after the show, and perform in a final showcase at a beautiful Off-Broadway Theatre!
August 2018
Jr. Pre-Professional Program (August 6 – 10)
Ages 7-11 | Space is limited to just 24 advanced actors | This camp ends in a Final Showcase in an Off-Broadway Theatre for family and scouting industry professionals.
Session 2: Monday - Friday, Aug 6 - Aug 10, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
A Class Act NY’s Pre-Professional Program is for a select group of artists who are ready for the challenge of honing their singing, dancing, & acting skills through exploring more advanced work.
August participants will see the fun, hilarious musical SCHOOL OF ROCK and attend a Talkback with cast members after the show! LEARN MORE
Senior Pre-Professional Program (August 6 – 10)
Ages 12-19 | Space is limited to just 24 advanced actors | This camp ends in a Final Showcase in an Off-Broadway Theatre for family and scouting industry professionals.
Session 2: Monday - Friday, August 6 - August 10, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
SOLD OUT! Contact us for waitlist details!
Due to the overwhelming response, we have added another July Senior Pre-Professional Program (Ages 12-19) here!
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L.A. Film & TV Casting Director Robyn Owen’s On-Camera Workshops
Separate Sessions for Ages 7-12 & 12+ | All Skill Levels | Saturday, Aug. 11 & Sunday, Aug. 12 | $195.00
Robyn will be teaching 4 sessions, sign up for 1 or more!
Saturday, August 11
Session 1: Ages: 7 – 12, Time: 10 AM – 1:30 PM
Session 2: Ages: 12+, Time: 2 PM– 5:30 PM Sold Out! Email us to join the wait list!
Where: Pearl Studios - 500 8th Ave
Sunday, August 12
Session 1: Ages: 7 – 12, Time: 10 AM – 1:30 PM
Session 2: Ages: 12+, Time: 2 PM– 5:30 PM Sold Out! Email us to join the wait list!
Where: Pearl Studios - 500 8th Ave
Work one-on-one with Robyn Owen of Robyn Owen Casting, a 20-year veteran of the casting industry!
Robyn casts important big-budget feature films including the highly anticipated Disney film A WRINKLE IN TIME starring Oprah Winfrey and Reese Witherspoon (March 2018 release).
Current projects also include the big-budget film ETHYREA: CODE OF THE BRETHREN, THE ‘57 BUSHVILLE CHAMPS, LOVE IS A HURTIN’ THING and the TV Series SHOTS FIRED.
August 2018: Broadway Boot Camp
All Skill Levels | Ages 7-18 (grouped by age) | Monday-Friday, Aug. 13-17, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
In this comprehensive musical theatre program, campers will work with a Broadway Actor and Professional Music Director on song and dance numbers from different eras in Broadway history, from the old classics to the hits of today! On-Camera & Broadway actor James Leo Ryan (ANNIE, NCIS, CSI, MEDIUM, NUMB3RS) will lead this week.
Workshops with Broadway Actors: Campers will take workshops with various Broadway guest artists throughout the week! On the final day of camp, campers will perform in a Musical Revue for friends and family!
Adult Agent Night
SPACE IS LIMITED | Ages 18 & Up | Wednesday, August 15 | Pre-Audition Prep: 6 – 7 p.m. (optional); Agent Session: 7 – 8:30 PM | $145.00
The impressive lineup of Agents who are actively scouting for theatre, film, TV, commercial and voiceover actors include Craig Holzberg of Avalon, Sandy Gunar of Avanti, Danny Prather of Hudson Artists Agency, and Jackie Gubow of Professional Artists Talent Agency!
Ages: 18 & Up
When: Wednesday, August 15
Time: Pre-Audition Prep: 6 – 7 p.m. (optional); Agent Session: 7 – 8:30 p.m.
Where: Pearl Studios - 500 8th Ave, NYC. Room 408
Pre-Audition Prep: 6 – 7 p.m. (optional)
If you choose, arrive at 6 p.m. and brush up and hone your audition material before performing for the agents with ACANY pros!
Agent Session: 7 – 8:30 p.m.
Perform for 4 Top Agents and receive feedback from these actively scouting industry pros!
Disney and Nickelodeon Director Wendy Faraone’s On-Camera Camp
All Skill Levels | Ages 9 - 18 | Monday-Friday, Aug. 20 - 24, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m | $945.00
Have you ever wanted to know what it’s like to work on a real TV series?
Now’s your chance! In our new on-camera summer program, actors will experience every aspect of television acting from the audition to rehearsals to the live taping with WALK THE PRANK and LIV AND MADDIE Disney Director, Wendy Faraone! All of the scenes used for this class will be pulled from actual sitcoms!
** Superstar session - credits cannot be applied toward this program.
PSYKIDZ: A New Musical
Ages 11 – 19! Monday Aug. 20 - Friday Aug. 24!
An original musical about our hidden abilities and the fears that come with being “different”, PSYKIDZ follows three youngsters from various backgrounds who are chosen by world renowned psychic-medium Skylar Quinn to get specialized on-site training at a newly discovered site that has sent scientists and archeologists running in fear. As the psychic kids develop their skills and subsequently heal the conflicted relationships with their families, they each become more confident and accepting of their special abilities, ultimately becoming more confident with who they are. LEARN MORE
ALLENTOWN, PA: Broadway Boot Camp 2018
All Skill Levels | Ages 7-18 (grouped by age) | Monday-Friday, Aug. 20-24, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. | JCC Member: $550.00 JCC Non-Member $650.00
In this comprehensive musical theatre program, campers will work with a Broadway Actor and Professional Music Director on song and dance numbers from different eras in Broadway history, from the old classics to the hits of today!
Campers will take workshops with throughout the week including Broadway Dance, Improvisation and Stage Combat.
Final Showcase: On the final day of camp, campers will perform in a Musical Revue for friends and family!
Long Island Camp ACANY
East Hills, NY 11548 United States
All Skill Levels | Ages 7-18 (grouped by age) | Monday-Friday, Aug. 20-24, 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. | 750.00 for JCC members/ 790.00 for non-members
In this comprehensive 5-day program, campers will hone all 3 major components of Musical Theatre performance: singing, dancing and acting.
Throughout the week, campers will learn numbers from beloved Broadway musicals, see a matinee performance of Broadway's splashiest new musical SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS and perform in a final showcase at the JCC’s state of the art 200 seat theatre!
LEARN MORE or Email Susan Kalman at skalman@sjjcc.org to register
September 2018
Kevin Chamberlin, Disney Star of Jessie & TV Director, Teaches Sitcom Workshop
Ages 9 - 19 (Space Is Limited!) | Advanced Skill Levels | Saturday, Sept. 15 | 9:30 AM - 1 PM | $225.00
Sold Out! Join The Waitlist!
Actors should have some on-camera experience under their belt.
Learn the art of comedic on-camera acting featured on both The Disney Channel and Nickelodeon TV from Disney Star and Television Director, Mr. Kevin Chamberlin (Bertram on JESSIE)!
Kevin is a dynamic and influential stage and on-camera actor as well as theatre and television director!
He is most well known by young audiences for his amazing portrayal of Bertram on JESSIE! Not many people know, but he also directed episodes of the hit series!
Kevin is also one of the few Broadway actors who has been nominated for Tony Awards in three out of four acting categories: Best Actor in a Play (Dirty Blonde), Best Actor in a Musical (Seussical) and Best Featured Actor in a Musical (The Addams Family).
Kevin'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.
OPEN CALL AUDITIONS: October 8 Cabaret, Agent & Manager Showcase, & Advanced Programs
A Class Act NY is holding auditions for our award-winning Cabarets, Advanced Programs and Agent & Manager Showcase!
September 15, 2 - 4 PM at Pearl Studios (500 8th Ave)
September 16, 1 - 3 PM or September 19, 11 AM - 1 PM at 200 W 60th St #28E
Audition Requirements
Cabarets
October 8th Cabaret
Please sing 32 bars, a cappella, of a musical theatre song that is age appropriate.
Agent & Manager Showcase
Singers & Non-Singers:
One-minute, age-appropriate monologue from a published play. Pieces should be conversational in tone. Monologues MUST be memorized. Bring 2 copies with you! *Monologues are mandatory for the Agent & Manager Showcase audition.
Singers Must Also Prepare:
32 bars of a musical theatre song to be sung a cappella.
Advanced Programs
Junior Scenes Into Song, Senior Musical Theatre Scenes Into Song, Junior Musical Theatre Audition Process A to Z, College & Conservatory Prep
Please sing 32 bars, a cappella, of a musical theatre song that is age appropriate.
Voice-Over, Method & Meisner
Please perform a 1-minute monologue that is age appropriate.
Via Video
Can’t make the open call? Submit a video audition instead! Please click here to read our self-tape guidelines.
For more information please contact us!
LEARN MORE or CLICK TO REGISTER for your FREE audition!
Drop In: Commercial Acting & Improvisation for the Camera – Fall 2018
Ages 10+ | All Skill Levels | Saturdays, Sept. 22 - Dec. 15 | 11 AM - 12:30 PM | $75 per class
You MUST register for this class in advance. Class is capped at 16 students. Sign up for one class or multiple classes! Register as late as the morning of class!
Instructor: On-Camera & Broadway Actor Morgan Weed (THE GREATEST SHOWMAN, PERSON OF INTEREST, ELEMENTARY)
Focus of Class: Learn how to nail cold read commercial auditions and how to improv for the camera. Moreover, learn how to quickly analyze commercial copy and find the acting beats within the text to make a lasting impression in the audition room and how to identify clues within the text as well as physical techniques that allow you to deliver material in a way that will set you apart in auditions.
Final Showcase: The final class will feature a showcase for family, friends, and scouting Talent Reps!
12-Week Workshop Production of ALADDIN KIDS
Ages 5 - 6 & 7 - 11 (2 Separate Sessions) | All Skill Levels | Saturdays, Sept. 22 - Dec. 15 | 11 AM - 12:30 PM | $895.00
Instructor Ages 5-6: Professional Actor & Voice Teacher Rebecca O'Sullivan (GILBERT & SULLIVAN PLAYERS)
Instructor Ages 7-11: Broadway & On-Camera Actor Leigh Ann Larkin (GYPSY, A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC)
Focus of Class: Learn lines, songs, and of course dance numbers from the Kids version of the beloved Disney musical, ALADDIN!
Payment Plans Available – please call our office at 212.315.3010 or email here to set up a payment plan today!
6-Week Advanced Junior Musical Theatre Audition Process from A to Z
Ages 8 - 11 | Advanced Skill Levels | Sundays, Sept. 23 - Oct. 28 | 11 AM - 1 PM | $675.00
Receive a $60 rebate when you register for 2 6-week classes by Friday, Sept. 21. Call our office at 212.315.3010 to receive your rebate! Offer not valid for siblings.
Instructor: Broadway Actor Natalie Wisdom (GROUNDHOG DAY, MATILDA)
Focus of Class: Learn the ins and outs of the full musical theatre audition experience, from the vocal audition to the dance call to chemistry reads.
Final Showcase: On the last day, actors will perform a variety of the skills they have mastered for family and a few agents and managers.
Payment Plans Available – please call our office at 212.315.3010 or email here to set up a payment plan today!
6-Week Advanced Senior Musical Theatre Scenes Into Song
Ages 12 - 18 | Advanced Skill Levels | Sundays, Sept. 23 - Oct. 28 | 11 AM - 1 PM | $675.00
Instructor: Broadway & On-Camera Actor Morgan Weed (AMERICAN PSYCHO, THE GREATEST SHOWMAN)
Focus of Class Learn how to transition seamlessly from a scene into a song, make strong character choices, move gracefully on stage, act through song, and work on scenes and numbers from some of Broadway’s biggest hits!
Final Showcase: Actors will showcase their individual talents when they perform their scenes and songs in a final showcase for loved ones and a few scouting Talent Reps.
Payment Plans Available – please call our office at 212.315.3010 or email here to set up a payment plan today!
6-Week Voice-Over Acting
Ages 10-18 | All Skill Levels | Sundays, Sept. 23 - Oct. 28 | 11 AM - 12:30 PM | $635.00
Instructor: Voice-Over & Broadway Actor Sean Patrick Doyle (THE BOXTROLLS, KINKY BOOTS, LA CAGE AUX FOLLES)
Focus of Class: Learn the art of voice-over acting in a professional recording studio such as how to create living, breathing animated characters for cartoons and animated feature films and work on naturalistic reads for commercials and radio spots.
Final Showcase: A performance in the studio for a top VO Casting Director and two actively scouting VO Agents!
Payment Plans Available – please call our office at 212.315.3010 or email here to set up a payment plan today!
6-Week Advanced Teen Sitcom Acting
Ages 12 - 19 | Advanced Skill Levels | Sundays, Sept. 23 - Oct. 28 | 11 AM - 1 PM | $675.00
Receive a $60 rebate when you register for 2 6-week classes by Friday, Sept. 21. Call our office at 212.315.3010 to receive your rebate! Offer not valid for siblings.
Instructor: On-Camera & Broadway Actor Jared Zirilli (LAW & ORDER: SVU, BLINDSPOT, PAN AM, BLUE BLOODS)
Focus of Class: Learn how to make quick turns and how to pace and land jokes. Learn how to identify comedic clues within the text as well as physical techniques to deliver the material. Learn specific blocking technique and overall terminology used on set, and proper audition technique that will set you apart in auditions.
Final Showcase: The program culminates with a Showcase for loved ones and scouting talent representatives.
Payment Plans Available – please call our office at 212.315.3010 or email here to set up a payment plan today!
Tony Award Nominee, Taylor Louderman (MEAN GIRLS, BRING IT ON, PETER PAN LIVE!) Audition Masterclass
All Skill Levels | Ages 8-18 | Saturday, Sept. 29 | Cost 195.00
Sold Out! Join The Waitlist!
Taylor Louderman, Tony Nominee for her role as Regina George in MEAN GIRLS is teaching a musical theatre audition technique masterclass!
Taylor will be working one-on-one with each student! Sing a 32 bar mock audition for Taylor who will offer each student individual guidance and feedback on their audition technique and song interpretation!
As if that weren't enough, learn if your song is a good showcase of you and your unique talents!
Class will conclude with a Q&A and photo session with this Tony Nominee!
October 2018
OPEN CALL AUDITIONS: Nov. 7 Agent & Manager Showcase, ages 4-12
A Class Act NY is holding auditions for our Nov. 7 Agent & Manager Showcase !
Audition Requirements
Singers & Non-Singers:
One-minute monologue. Pieces should be conversational in tone. Monologues MUST be memorized. Bring 2 copies with you!
Singers Must Also Prepare:
32 bars of a musical theatre song to be sung a cappella.
*Monologues are mandatory for the Agent & Manager Showcase audition.
Via Video:
Can’t make the open call? Submit a video audition instead! Please click here to read our self-tape guidelines.
For more information please contact us!
LEARN MORE or CLICK TO REGISTER for your FREE audition!
Tony Award Nominee, Taylor Louderman (MEAN GIRLS, BRING IT ON, PETER PAN LIVE!) Audition Masterclass On Columbus Day
All Skill Levels | Ages 8-18 | Monday, Oct. 8 - NO SCHOOL | Cost 195.00
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Taylor Louderman, Tony Nominee for her role as Regina George in MEAN GIRLS is teaching a musical theatre audition technique masterclass!
Taylor will be working one-on-one with each student! Sing a 32 bar mock audition for Taylor who will offer each student individual guidance and feedback on their audition technique and song interpretation!
As if that weren't enough, learn if your song is a good showcase of you and your unique talents!
Class will conclude with a Q&A and photo session with this Tony Nominee!
ACANY and JCC of the Lehigh Valley Bring You a Musical Theatre Workshop with Jared Zirilli!
Ages 8 - 18 | All Skill Levels | Monday, October 8 | 12 PM - 4 PM | JCC Members: $175.00 | JCC Non-Members: $195.00
Join a Jared Zirilli from SUMMER: THE DONNA SUMMER MUSICAL in a musical theatre workshop on Columbus Day in Allentown, PA!
Focus of Class: Learn a Broadway song and dance combination with Jared Zirilli, ask questions in a super fun Q&A, take photos and get autographs, sing for the Broadway performer who will offer feedback.
Learn how to make it on the Great White Way in this one day workshop with a real honest to goodness star from Broadway!
FROZEN STARS Robert Creighton (Duke of Weselton), Ayla Schwartz (Young Elsa), and a Talent Manager Teach Workshop at Wayne YMCA
Ages 8 - 18 | All Skill Levels | Monday, Oct. 8 | 12 PM - 3:30 PM | YMCA Members: $175.00 | YMCA Non-Members: $185.00
Join FROZEN Stars Robert Creighton (Duke of Weselton), Ayla Schwartz (Young Elsa), and Jason Bercy of Bercy Talent Management for a FROZEN themed afternoon!
Focus of Class: Learn a Broadway song and dance combo with 7x Broadway Star, Robert Creighton (FROZEN, ANYTHING GOES, THE LITTLE MERMAID, THE LION KING, CHICAGO)! Students will also participate in a fun Q&A and photograph/autograph session with both Robert Creighton and longtime ACANY student and FROZEN Star, Ayla Schwartz. Students will then have the opportunity to sing for Jason Bercy of Bercy Talent Management who will offer feedback and coaching!
LEARN MORE or Contact the Wayne YMCA at 973-595-0100
“I’m a SENSE-ation” Cabaret!
Ages 7 – 20 | by Audition or Invite Only | Space is Limited
Sing your favorite song about discovering yourself and the world around you!
Hosted by Celebrity Child Performers and directed by Broadway’s Morgan Weed of the Tony-Nominated Original Musical, AMERICAN PSYCHO, performers will have the incredible opportunity to perform individual and group numbers from beloved musicals at the historic Triad Theatre in NYC on October 8.
A portion of the proceeds will be donated to The Filomen M. D'Agostino Greenberg Music School in an effort to raise money for their new home. LEARN MORE or CLICK TO REGISTER for your FREE audition!
RENT & Audition Tech Workshop with Adam Kantor (RENT, THE BAND’S VISIT, FIDDLER, NEXT TO NORMAL)
All Skill Levels | Ages 10 & Up | Sunday, Oct. 14 | Cost 195.00
Adam Kantor can currently be seen starring in the Tony-winning musical, THE BAND’S VISIT and on the RENT: Filmed Live on Broadway video where he starred as Mark Cohen in the closing cast!
Join Broadway Star of RENT, Adam Kantor who played Mark Cohen on the Great White Way for a one-day musical theatre RENT and Audition Technique Masterclass!
Participants will learn a very iconic song from RENT alongside Adam who will also sing with our lucky students!
Adam and a professional Music Director will offer helpful feedback and coaching on 16 bar cut mock auditions and will teach participants proper audition protocol and technique!
Class will conclude with a Q&A and photo session with Adam!
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!

































