Ripley-Grier Studios
January 2025
Sunday, Jan. 5 | For People Auditioning for our Musicals: Legally Blonde Jr and/or High School Musical Jr | Cost 150.00
ONLY 2 SPOTS LEFT!
Up Your Game and get some great pointers before you audition this Jan 11 & 12 for our upcoming Off-Broadway Productions of HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL JR and LEGALLY BLONDE JR!
Work on your audition tech with A.C.A.N.Y. fave stage director & music director, Brad Johnson!
Review one song cut and one scene you plan on performing in your audition!
Receive amazing notes, direction and feedback on your pieces, and improve your audition technique with Brad’s help!
Focus of Class:
• Sing one song cut you intend on performing in your audition
• Rehearse one side you plan on performing in your audition
• Receive Coaching and Feedback from Music Director & Stage Director, Brad Johnson (FROZEN JR, ANNIE JR, LITTLE MERMAID JR)
Get prepared & feel confident in your audition!
No Audition Required | Ages 11-Adults | Monday, Jan. 20 - No School! | Cost to Perform 210.00 | Cost to Observe 75.00
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Drama Desk Winner, Samantha Pauly is best known for originating the roles of Katherine Howard in the musical sensation, SIX THE MUSICAL on Broadway and Jordan Baker in THE GREAT GATSBY! She also famously portrayed the role of Eva Peron in the West End revival of EVITA at Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre. In addition to starring on Broadway and the West End, Samantha has starred in many regional productions including HONEYMOON IN VEGAS, the 1st National Tour of BAT OUT OF HELL and ELF.
Samantha Pauly works one-on-one with her students on a 32-bar audition song cut! Samantha will offer each participant individual guidance and feedback on their song interpretation, audition technique and presentation!
Learn if your song is a good showcase of your unique talents and vocal range!
Class concludes with an informative and super fun Q&A with this major Broadway Star!
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February 2025
Ages 18+ | No Audition Required | Wednesday, Feb. 26 | 6:15-8:30 PM | Cost 265.00
Payment Plans Available at Checkout, or if you need a custom plan, email us or call (212) 315-3010
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Perform In-Studio in NYC!
Looking for an Agent? A Manager? Both? We’re here to offer you the exclusive opportunity to perform for 11 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 Monologue that is 90 Seconds or Less in Length
SINGERS:
• 1 Minute Monologue
• 16 Bar Cut
• An accompanist will be provided. Please bring sheet music clearly marked and in a binder
11 Talent Firms In Attendance:
CESD
DDO Artists
Stewart Talent
Industry Entertainment Partners
Take 3 Talent
Avalon Artists
Osbrink Agency
Zuri Agency
Resolute Artists Agency
BEA (Bonafide & Emerging Artists)
The Wayne Agency
Need some extra help before the big day?
Discounted Coaching Available:
Participants will receive a special rate on zoom or in-person coaching with our Broadway coaches and professional Music Directors!
Contact the office to set up a coaching session!
March 2025
Ages 11 & Up (Scenes Split By Age) Saturday, Mar. 1 | 2-5:30 PM | Cost to Perform 195.00 | Cost to Observe 75.00
Work with prolific NYC TV/Film Associate Casting Director, Ross Shenker of Kate Geller Casting & Hopkins Ingram Casting at our NYC Studio! To learn more about Ross & his credits, click here!
Gain invaluable insight into the audition process from a respected NYC casting director!
Focus of Class:
• Perform scenes for Ross and receive feedback and coaching
• Learn what Ross and other casting pro’s look for in actors
• Learn how to leave an impression in an audition
• Learn how to give a subtle and authentic performance for the camera
• Work on active listening skills and how to be a generous scene partner
• Class will conclude in an informative Q&A, if time permits