One & Two-Day Masterclasses
Our award-winning masterclasses are all taught by prominent Broadway Stars, NYC and L.A. Casting Directors, L.A. TV/Film Directors, On-Camera Actors and Scouting Talent Representatives who provide a superior education both in-studio and virtually!
May 2024
All Ages | Saturday, May 11 | Cost 175.00 | Tribeca, NYC
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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
All Skill Levels | Ages 10-Adults (email for age exception) | Saturday, May 11 | Cost to Perform: 205.00 | Cost to Observe: 75.00
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Alex is a 2x Tony nominated actor! He was nominated for a Tony in 2019 for his portrayal of Beetlejuice in BEETLEJUICE, and in 2016 he was nominated for his lovable portrayal of Dewey Finn in the beloved musical, SCHOOL OF ROCK! He recently appeared on Broadway in SPAMALOT and THE SHARK IS BROKEN! Other Broadway credits include BIG FISH, MATILDA, GLORY DAYS, and WICKED!
No Audition Required | Ages 10-Adults (email for age exception) | Saturday, May 11 | Cost to Perform: 205.00 | Cost to Observe: 75.00
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Ethan is a Tony nominated actor and a Drama Desk Winner! Ethan received a Tony nom in 2018 for his lovable portrayal of SPONGEBOB in SPONGEBOB: THE MUSICAL! This season, you may have caught him back on Broadway in the hilarious revival of SPAMALOT! And the highly anticipated movie we have all been waiting for, WICKED, will be coming to theatres in November 2024! Ethan plays the lead role of Boq opposite Ariana Grande & Cynthia Erivo!
All Skill Levels | Ages 9 & Up | Saturday, May 18 | Cost to Perform: 195.00 | Cost to Observe: 75.00
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Sophia is best known for originating the role of Lydia Deetz in Broadway’s BEETLEJUICE but most recently you may have seen her on Broadway in the haunting play, GREY HOUSE! Sophia Anne also starred in BLACKBIRD on Broadway alongside Jeff Daniels, and as Brigitta von Trapp in NBC’S THE SOUND OF MUSIC LIVE!
Focus of Class:
• Sing and receive individual feedback and coaching on your 32-bar audition cut from Broadway Star, Sophia Anne Caruso
• Learn if your song is a good choice for you and if it showcases your unique talent, vocal range and personality
• Learn how to break down a song into acting beats
• Class concludes with informative Q&A; photo & autograph session if time permits
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No Audition Required | Ages 9 - 20s (scenes split by age) | Monday, May 20 | Cost to Participate 195.00 | Cost to Observe 55.00
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Work via Zoom, with Top Casting Director, Danielle Pretsfelder Demchick of DPD Casting, Danielle Pretsfelder Demchick of DPD Casting, a 19-year veteran of the casting industry!
Danielle worked as a Casting Director at NICKELODEON for over 14 years, where she tapped into her love of developing young talent.
Some highlights from her NICKELODEON years include BLUES CLUES, THE ASTRONAUTS, THE BARBARIAN AND THE TROLL, BUBBLE GUPPIES, DRAMA CLUB, DORA THE EXPLORER, WELCOME TO THE WAYNE and more!
Since her departure from Nickelodeon to open her own casting office in April 2022, she has cast AMERICAN GIRL: CORINNE TAN, the first American Girl of the Year film, which tells the story of the first Chinese American Girl, for HBOMax and Marvista Entertainment, LAST WEEK TONIGHT with John Oliver, TINY TIME TRAVEL, for PBS, SUPERKITTIES for Disney Jr., and worked as the kids casting director/consultant on several films including YOU ARE SO NOT INVITED TO MY BAT MITZVAH and BIRTH/REBIRTH.
Danielle also serves as the Co-VP of Advocacy for the Casting Society of America.
Focus of Class:
• Perform Film & TV Sides for Casting Director, Danielle Pretsfelder Demchick
• Learn Proper On-Camera Acting and Audition Technique with a special focus on how to have an awesome Zoom Audition
• Learn how to give a nuanced and authentic performance for the Camera
• Receive Feedback and Coaching from Casting Director, Danielle Pretsfelder Demchick
• Informative Q&A for Students and Parents of Minors
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July 2024
No Audition Required | Teens & Adults | Wednesday, July 31 | 6-9 PM | Cost 195.00
Performers have the unique opportunity to work with Award-Winning L.A. Casting Director, Lisa London on on-camera acting and auditioning skills.
Notable projects include THE POISON ROSE, starring Morgan Freeman, Brendan Fraser, and John Travolta; Adam Sandler’s NETFLIX Film, SANDY WEXLER; EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES, starring Angela Kinsey of THE OFFICE, FREAKS, starring Emile Hirsch and Bruce Dern; THE MOSTLY GHOSTLY franchise starring BELLA THORNE and SUGAR AND TOYS for FUSE TV.
You might also be familiar with Lisa’s work on HANNAH MONTANA, SUPAH NINJAS, SUITE LIFE OF ZACK AND CODY and HOUSE BUNNY starring Emma Stone!
Lisa London cast huge stars early in their careers including Emma Stone, Jonah Hill, Mark Ruffalo, Miley Cyrus, Selena Gomez & Yari Shahidi to name a few!
Two of Lisa's recent casting projects begin airing on May 24 on Great American Pure Flix. The first, Mr. Manhattan, features the dynamic duo Carlos and Alexa PenaVega, Maximo Masefield, and Mélodie Rose Romano. The second, Destination Heaven, stars Kevin Sorbo and BAFTA award nominee Emily Rose.
Three movies that Lisa has recently cast are now in post-production. The first, Operation Taco Gary’s, stars a fantastic comedic cast of Simon Rex, Dustin Milligan, Brenda Song, Tony Cavalero, Arturo Castro, Jason Biggs and Doug Jones. The second, Boundary Waters, stars Allison Miller, Bill Heck, Chris Jackson (from Broadway’s Hamilton), iconic actress Carol Kane, and the upcoming teen actor Etienne Kellici. The third is Buster Brooks, a comedy stars Glenn Morshower and Matt Cornett (from the High School Musical series).
Lisa and her partner, Catherine Stroud, cast actors from all over the USA and even the world for these different projects, and they are continuing to consult for the company Paradox Pictures. Currently, Lisa has over 10 projects in either pre-production or development.
Lisa is always on the search for the next star!
She is the author of From Start to Stardom, which takes readers on a step-by-step journey through what it takes to have the best shot at stardom!
Focus of Class:
• The class will cover what casting directors are looking for in auditions, and why some people get callbacks while others do not and why it’s imperative to research a role
• Proper on-camera audition technique
• Perform scenes for Lisa London and receive one-on-one coaching and feedback. Sides will be sent a few days in advance, emulating a real audition
• Showbiz Q&A
August 2024
No Audition Required | Ages 9 - Adults | Tuesday, August 6 | 5-8 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 Tara Rubin Casting! Tara Rubin is the casting office behind Broadway and Off-Broadway hits and National Tours such as 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!
*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 Tara Rubin 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