Ripley-Grier Studios
May 2026
No Audition Required | Ages 11 - Adults | Saturday, May 9 | 11 AM - 2 PM | Cost to Perform: 205.00 | Cost to Observe: 75.00
Sing for Peter, or observe to pick up new tips!
Work one-on-one with Casting Director & Partner at The TRC Company, Peter Van Dam (CSA)! TRC was formerly known as Tara Rubin Casting!
Peter’s Broadway credits include BEACHES, DEAD OUTLAW, STEPHEN SONDHEIM’S OLD FRIENDS, THE HEART OF ROCK & ROLL, THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA, TOOTSIE, HEAD OVER HEELS, ANGELS IN AMERICA, FARINELLI AND THE KING, THE CHERRY ORCHARD. National Tours credits include DIRTY DANCING, BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, PHANTOM, SIX, THE BAND’S VISIT. Off-Broadway/New York credits include GIULIA: THE POISON QUEEN OF PALERMO (PAC – World Premiere), PAL JOEY (New York City Center), WHISPER HOUSE (The Civilians), SING STREET* (New York Theatre Workshop), SOMETHING CLEAN (Roundabout), THE BEAST IN THE JUNGLE (Vineyard).
TRC’S office is also known for BOOP, BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB, DEATH BECOMES HER, THE OUTSIDERS, THE WIZ, BACK TO THE FUTURE, THE WHO’S TOMMY*, WATER FOR ELEPHANTS, DEAR EVAN HANSEN*,TREVOR THE MUSICAL*, AIN'T TOO PROUD, ALADDIN*, LES MISERABLES*, AIDA, MISS SAIGON*, SCHOOL OF ROCK*, KING KONG, FALSETTOS*, A BRONX TALE, and many other shows too numerous to mention here!
*ACANY is proud to have many students represented in the casts of these shows! You can read more on our Student Achievement Page!
Students participating in this class perform a 32-bar cut of a musical theatre song with an accompanist.
Focus of Class:
• Sing and receive individual feedback and coaching on your song cut from TRC Partner & Award-Winning Broadway Casting Director, Peter Van Dam
• Learn if your piece is a good choice for you and showcases your unique talent, vocal range and personality
• Learn how to put your best foot forward in auditions
• Q&A with Peter about the ins-and-outs of the business (time permitting)
No Audition Required | Ages 4 - Mid-20s (email for an age exception) | Wednesday, May 13 | Cost 399.95
SOLD OUT! JOIN THE WAITLIST
Perform In-Studio in NYC!
It’s often challenging to get in front of Talent Agents and Managers. A Class Act NY’s industry showcases provide aspiring actors the unbelievable opportunity to perform for 15 or more scouting agents & managers in one evening.
18 Talent Firms In Attendance
Stewart Talent Agency
Osbrink Talent Agency
MSA Talent Agency
Industry Entertainment Partners
Avalon Artists Agency
DDO Artists Agency
Take 3 Talent Agency
Eris Talent Agency
Zuri Talent Agency
BEA (Bonafide & Emerging Artists Agency)
Clear Talent Group
Dream Talent Management
Persona Management
Nouveaux Management
Brilliant Talent Management
Jana Kogen Management
Malissa Young Management/Bicoastal Mgmt
Ivy Management
Previous participants are now working professionally! Many are booking television series, films, voice-overs, commercials and Broadway shows. Click here to read about some of our students’ professional progress or visit our Instagram page for recent shoutouts!
The Showcase Includes:
• The chance to perform in the audition room for 15 or more Scouting Agents & Managers
• A 50-minute virtual coaching session with:
• Non-Singers: A Broadway/TV/Film Coach
• Singers: A Broadway/TV/Film Coach and a Broadway Music Director
** An in-person coaching is available for an additional $140 fee.
No Audition Required | Ages 10 - Adults | Saturday, May 16 | Cost to Observe 75.00
PERFORMANCE SPOTS SOLD OUT! JOIN THE WAITLIST TO PERFORM or PURCHASE AN OBSERVATION TICKET
Casey Likes is an award-winning and critically acclaimed actor, singer, writer, director, known for his acclaimed leading performances on Broadway as Marty Mcfly in BACK TO THE FUTURE (OCC Nom), William in ALMOST FAMOUS (Theatre World Award), and recently Off-Broadway as JD in HEATHERS THE MUSICAL! Recently, Casey starred in MGM’s film DARK HARVEST and as KISS legend Gene Simmons in SPINNING GOLD. Casey is also a Jimmy Awards Finalist!
No Audition Required | Ages 10 - Adults | Saturday, May 30 | Cost to Perform 245.00 | Cost to Observe 75.00
PERFORMANCE SPOTS SOLD OUT! JOIN THE WAITLIST TO PERFORM or PURCHASE AN OBSERVATION TICKET
Casey Likes is an award-winning and critically acclaimed actor, singer, writer, director, known for his acclaimed leading performances on Broadway as Marty Mcfly in BACK TO THE FUTURE (OCC Nom), William in ALMOST FAMOUS (Theatre World Award), and recently Off-Broadway as JD in HEATHERS THE MUSICAL! Recently, Casey starred in MGM’s film DARK HARVEST and as KISS legend Gene Simmons in SPINNING GOLD. Casey is also a Jimmy Awards Finalist!
July 2026
No Audition Required | Ages 9 - Adults | Tuesday, Jul. 14 | 5:30-8:30 PM | Cost to Perform: 205.00 | Cost to Observe: 75.00
Sing for Merri, or observe to pick up new tips!
Work one-on-one with Senior Casting Director, Merri Sugarman (CSA)
of The TRC Company, formerly known as Tara Rubin Casting! TRC is the casting office behind Broadway and Off-Broadway hits and National Tours such as BOOP, BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB, DEATH BECOMES HER, DEAD OUTLAW, SONDHEIM’S OLD FRIENDS, THE OUTSIDERS, THE WIZ, BACK TO THE FUTURE, SIX, THE WHO’S TOMMY*, WATER FOR ELEPHANTS, THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL, DEAR EVAN HANSEN*, SING STREET*, TREVOR THE MUSICAL*, 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!
*We’re proud to have A.C.A.N.Y. students in the casts of many of these productions — check out our social media Instagram or Facebook for highlights, or our outdated Student Achievement Page!
Students participating in this class perform a 32-bar cut of a musical theatre song with an accompanist.
Get Merri’s expert coaching and feedback on your pieces!
She will also offer her opinion on whether or not your material showcases your unique talent, vocal range and personality.
Focus of Class:
• Sing and receive individual feedback and coaching on your song cut from TRC Casting Director, Merri Sugarman
• Learn if your piece is a good choice for you and showcases your unique talent, vocal range and personality
• Learn how to put your best foot forward in auditions
• Q&A with Merri about the ins-and-outs of the business
August 2026
Ages 18+ | No Audition Required | Monday, Aug. 10 | 6:15-8:30 PM | Cost 295.00
Payment Plans Available at Checkout, or if you need a custom plan, email us or call (212) 315-3010
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!
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 our Instagram page to see recent bookings and signings!
The biggest agencies and management firms in town attend our showcases including CESD, Stewart Talent, DDO Artists, Industry Entertainment Partners, Avalon Artists, Take 3 Talent, and many more.
Participating actors should plan to prepare the following:
NON-SINGERS:
• A 1 minute monologue
SINGERS:
• A 1 minute monologue
• A 16-bar cut (An accompanist will be provided. Please bring sheet music clearly marked and in a binder)
Please keep your selections within the requested length, we will cut off those who go longer.
Need some extra help before the big day?
1 Discounted Coaching Session Available:
Participants will receive a special rate on 1 zoom or in-person coaching with our Broadway coaches and professional Music Directors!
Contact the office to set up a coaching session!