On-Camera
Our On-Camera Masterclasses give students the unique opportunity to work on scenes and audition sides from television shows, films, and commercials. Each workshop focuses on the different acting techniques needed to excel in that particular art form. Workshops are taught by prominent industry pros including NYC and L.A. Casting Directors, L.A. TV/Film Directors, On-Camera Actors, and Scouting Talent Representatives.
Past Events › On-Camera Masterclasses
April 2020
Online Sitcom Acting with Disney & Nick Director, Wendy Faraone (SYDNEY TO THE MAX, RAVEN’S HOME, LIV & MADDIE)
No Audition Required | 2 Sessions Split By Age, 8 & Up | Sunday, April 19 | Cost to Participate 205.00 | Cost to Observe 25.00
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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 SYDNEY TO THE MAX, RAVEN’S HOME, JUST ROLL WITH IT, BUNK’D, COOP AND CAMI ASK THE WORLD, and she directed WALK THE PRANK, KNIGHT SQUAD, among others! She was also the director of Disney’s #1 family sitcom, LIV AND MADDIE.
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LIV & MADDIE Star, Benjamin King’s Online Sitcom Masterclass
No Audition Required | Ages 9 & Up | Tuesday, April 28 | Cost to Participate 175.00 | Cost to Observe 35.00
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Learn the art of comedic on-camera acting from TV Star & Director, Benjamin King! Benjamin is best known for playing the role of Pete Rooney on Disney’s #1 Family Sitcom, LIV & MADDIE. Other notable credits include starring in David E. Kelley’s series THE WEDDING BELLS, and guest appearances on many popular TV shows including: BETTER THINGS, GREY’S ANATOMY, WEEDS, MIKE & MOLLY, NCIS, BETTER OFF TED, PSYCH, CSI: CRIME SCENE INVESTIGATION, CSI: MIAMI, SCRUBS, THE KING OF QUEENS, WHAT I LIKE ABOUT YOU and more!
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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!
Broadway Star, Derek Klena’s Monologue & Song Interpretation Online Masterclass (JAGGED LITTLE PILL, ANASTASIA)
No Audition Required | Ages 9 & Up | Tuesday, May 5 | Cost to Participate 135.00 | Cost to Observe 25.00
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Derek Klena is a Broadway Star, best known for the role of Dimitry in ANASTASIA on Broadway. Most recently, Derek was starring in JAGGED LITTLE PILL. Other notable stage credits include: THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY (Broadway), WICKED (Broadway), CARRIE (Off-Broadway), and DOGFIGHT (Off-Broadway). You might also recognize him from his recurring roles on UNBREAKABLE KIMMY SCHMIDT (Netflix) and THE CODE (CBS), or from guest star appearances on BLUE BLOODS, LAW & ORDER SVU, THE TOMORROW PEOPLE, and THE CARRIE DIARIES.
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Online Commercial Acting & Audition Technique Class
No Audition Required | Ages 8 & Up | Thursday, May 7 | Cost to Participate 75.00 | Cost to Observe 25.00
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Receive one-on-one coaching from the comfort of your own home from Artistic Director, Jessica R. Grosman. Before founding A Class Act NY in 2005, Jessica worked in commercial casting in both NYC and CA!
In this 2 hour workshop, you will learn the art of commercial acting and audition technique!
Learn how to analyze commercial copy and find the acting beats within the copy to make a lasting impression in the audition room and on advertising execs!
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Broadway Star, Taylor Trensch’s Online Masterclass (TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD, DEAR EVAN HANSEN, HELLO DOLLY!)
No Audition Required | Ages 9 & Up | Friday, May 8 | Cost to Participate 135.00 | Cost to Observe 30.00
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Taylor Trensch is a Broadway Star, most recently seen on Broadway in TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD as Dill, and as the titular character in DEAR EVAN HANSEN. Other notable roles include Barnaby Tucker in HELLO DOLLY! (Original 2017 Revival Cast) and Michael Wormwood in MATILDA (Original Broadway Cast). He also played the role of Christopher Boone in THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME and Boq in WICKED.
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