Acting classes in Los Angeles

Stella Adler Academy of Acting - Los Angeles · Hollywood

Having concluded work in the General American dialect in the first two levels of Speech training, students will now branch into accents and dialects from around the world. The application of the lessons learned in Speech 1, assessing dialects phonetically, meet the lessons of application in Speech 2 to give students the ability and confidence to teach themselves dialects and accents in the professional world, as well as deepen their understanding and ability to make choices with speech in performance. Pre-requisite: Speech I and II.

Wed, Oct 28 · 1:30 – 3:45 PM · Through Dec 18 · 8 weeks

Improvisation$800 / term

Stella Adler Academy of Acting - Los Angeles · Hollywood

Through the use of theatre games, improvisational exercises, and scene work, the actor learns to leap past boundaries and move forward into strong choices in role playing, characterization, and interrelating. It is a class to explore freedom of imagination and experience acting.

Wed, Oct 28 · 2:30 – 4:45 PM · Through Dec 18 · 8 weeks

Voice I$800 / term

Stella Adler Academy of Acting - Los Angeles · Hollywood

This class trains the actor to free the natural speaking voice by learning and exploring the classic progression of the Linklater voice work. The actor will learn a series of physical and vocal exercises that will free the voice from tensions and negative habits while developing, strengthening and expanding vocal range, power, resonance and clarity. The actor will explore a piece of modern text in this class.

Wed, Oct 28 · 5:30 – 7:45 PM · Through Dec 18 · 8 weeks

Advanced - Form Class - 401A

We Improv · Hollywood

Learn and perform an original form! This is the last class in the WE standard curriculum. Sharpen the skills of premise pulling, inevitability, surprise, labeling, and support in this original form developed at WE! Become a great team player while honing your unique voice, and master a form with teammates and friends!

Wed, Oct 28 · 6:00 – 8:00 PM · Full · waitlist · Wednesdays 6:00–8:00 PM · 4 sessions

Scene StudyNew Students: $480; Returning Students (Within 1 Year): $420

Art of Acting Studio · Hollywood

The Scene Study class is a place for professionals to work. This class will explore in-depth Scene Study, with particular focus on the vitality of moment-to-moment experience and the full pursuit of actions. The goal is to create provocative characters that animate the text and uniquely showcase the actor. The intrinsic value of this communal exploration is that creative discoveries made by one actor are applicable to all.

Wed, Oct 28 · 6:00 – 9:00 PM · Wednesdays 6:00–9:00 PM · Application required

Adler Technique Level III$800 / term

Stella Adler Academy of Acting - Los Angeles · Hollywood

Technique III explores in depth the essentials of the Stella Adler Technique. Building a character, living in the given circumstances of a play, and playing actions and objectives are among the exercises that are covered. Translating the technique into a usable process through monologues and scenes is the central focus of the class. Pre-requisite for the class is completion of Adler Technique I and II.

Wed, Oct 28 · 6:00 – 8:30 PM · Through Dec 18 · 8 weeks

Scene Study Advanced$900 / term

Stella Adler Academy of Acting - Los Angeles · Hollywood

A progression and advancement of the work established in Scene Study, delving more deeply into the discussion of text and character.

Wed, Oct 28 · 6:00 – 9:00 PM · Through Dec 18 · 8 weeks

Script Analysis$800 / term

Stella Adler Academy of Acting - Los Angeles · Hollywood

This class explores the very first steps of creating a role. It can be described as the “table work” that the serious actor must do. From the title to the closing scene, the script is analyzed for the writer’s intent, theme and genre. At the same time, research into the time-period, place, socio-economic background of the character, etc. is discussed. This information is then used to begin building a character that serves the script and brings the character to life in a creative, truthful way. The work learned in this class sets the actor on the right course, and is a big step toward the student-actor becoming a creative, independent actor who can handle any type of script with confidence.

Wed, Oct 28 · 6:00 – 8:08 PM · Through Dec 18 · 8 weeks

Scene Study 3$295.00 / month

An Acting Studio · Hollywood

For experienced working actors deepening technical and emotional range in complex material; guided to take bigger risks and address habits or blocks.

Wed, Oct 28 · 6:30 – 11:00 PM · Wednesdays 6:30–11:00 PM · Adults · Audit available

Audition Technique

Scott Sedita Acting Studios · Hollywood

Scott Sedita’s signature class where every class is an audition. Actors learn to integrate their essence into every character, incorporate adjustments into auditions, and overcome fears in their craft and careers.

Wed, Oct 28 · 6:30 – 9:30 PM

Improv 101$475.00

Upright Citizens Brigade (UCB) Training Center · Hollywood

In Improv 101, students will be introduced to the fundamentals of improvisation through games, group exercises and scene work - all guaranteed to be fun and engaging. You will learn the core tenets of long form improv with a focus on agreement, active listening, portraying characters and playing to the top of your intelligence. These concepts act as building blocks for our subsequent classes as students learn to develop their own unique comedic voice. Whether you are looking to become a performer or step out of your comfort zone, this is the place to start!

Wed, Oct 28 · 7:00 – 10:00 PM · Full · waitlist · Mondays 3:00–6:00 PM · Through Dec 13 · 9 sessions · Adults

Advanced Scene Study

The Gloria Gifford Conservatory for the Performing Arts · Hollywood

Flagship class for trained professional actors, directors, and writers. Gloria works directly with each actor on prepared scenes; guest industry professionals attend select sessions.

Wed, Oct 28 · 7:30 PM – 12:00 AM · Adults · Application required

Intro Scene Study

The Gloria Gifford Conservatory for the Performing Arts · Hollywood

For actors taking their first serious step into professional training. Same rigorous foundation as the advanced program—truth, specificity, courage—with scene work from the classical canon and contemporary material.

Wed, Oct 28 · 7:30 PM – 12:00 AM · Adults · Application required

Alexander Technique Advanced$800 / term

Stella Adler Academy of Acting - Los Angeles · Hollywood

The confident actor uses the principles of the Alexander Technique as a tool to be present and stay connected. After having the experience of the first Alexander Technique class (Alexander Technique I), the actor is ready to come to the Advanced, in order to explore more deeply the use of the self, and to carve deeper into the actor’s craft. The understanding of this process can enable the actor learn to choose more wisely. We will explore in depth how the Alexander Technique fits in perfectly when entering the stage: Maintaining a sense of lightness (and light-heartedness) in any audition; speaking without tension and strain. Furthermore, we will apply AT “tools” to monologues, scenes, mock auditions, cold readings, and in front of the camera. You’ll still receive the hands-on guidance from the teacher, as well as practice quieting your nervous system and releasing unnecessary tension with Constructive (Active) Rest. You’ll train yourself to be highly aware of your acting instrument, having the skill to stop unwanted habits and to make clearer and more confident choices.

Thu, Oct 29 · 10:00 AM – 12:24 PM · Through Dec 18 · 8 weeks

Play Production III

Stella Adler Academy of Acting - Los Angeles · Hollywood

Group Warm-up: M/T/TH 9:00a-10:00a; W 5:00p-6:00p Trang Le & Paul Guzman, Larsen

Thu, Oct 29 · 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM · Through Dec 18

Adler Technique Level I$900 / term

Stella Adler Academy of Acting - Los Angeles · Hollywood

Stella Adler Academy Technique I: Film, television and theatre are all collaborative efforts, and actors are the “doers” in each of these forms. In this very practical, yet creatively inspiring class, all concepts are made “doable” through the use of the actor’s imagination. Some of the concepts that will be covered and applied are:

Thu, Oct 29 · 10:00 AM – 1:08 PM · Through Dec 18 · 8 weeks

Movement II: Foundation Technique (Lucid Body Advanced)$800 / term

Stella Adler Academy of Acting - Los Angeles · Hollywood

In this class, in addition to exploring the more advanced exercises of the Lucid Body technique, students have an opportunity to deepen their experience of the work and to explore the connection between their movement foundation and their acting process.

Thu, Oct 29 · 10:45 AM – 1:09 PM · Through Dec 18 · 8 weeks

Character$800 / term

Stella Adler Academy of Acting - Los Angeles · Hollywood

In this class, we deeply investigate character and the process of deepening an actor’s character work, through a series of exercises and work on actual scripts. The work in this class will be applicable to film and theater and will leave the actor with certain techniques that bring the actor closer to his or her character and give him or her a deeper sense of belief in themselves in the circumstance.

Thu, Oct 29 · 1:30 – 6:00 PM · Thursdays 1:30–6:00 PM · Through Dec 18 · 8 weeks

Movement I: Foundation Technique (Lucid Body Introduction)$800 / term

Stella Adler Academy of Acting - Los Angeles · Hollywood

An intensive psycho-physical approach to movement training. In this class, actors develop a detailed technique for how the thoughts and feeling of their characters are expressed through physical movement and behavior. During this introductory term, a large emphasis is placed on self-awareness. Actors develop an understanding of their own physical habits and learn techniques for moving beyond those habits. This gives actors the freedom to engage their bodies in new ways in their acting and to make choices that serve the truth of their characters. This is a valuable class for students of all levels.

Thu, Oct 29 · 1:45 – 4:09 PM · Through Dec 18

Script Breakdown Application$800 / term

Stella Adler Academy of Acting - Los Angeles · Hollywood

This class is the practical application of the principles and technique’s that have been taught in the first year. We pick up at the “table work“ from Script Analysis with a step-by-step process for breaking down the material, building a character, applying a practical, do-able understanding of sequence, playing of actions and rehearsal technique. Using a full published play by a major playwright the actors work on their feet, on the platform.

Thu, Oct 29 · 2:00 – 4:24 PM · Through Dec 18 · 8 weeks

Scene Study Beginning/Intermediate$900 / term

Stella Adler Academy of Acting - Los Angeles · Hollywood

Having completed Technique I & II and Script Breakdown, the actor will present scenes where they will receive analysis and criticism that will provide insight into the playwright and his meaning. The actor will acquire a new heightened understanding, which will lead to an interpretation of the playwright in light of the actor’s own talent and creativity.

Thu, Oct 29 · 6:00 – 9:12 PM · Through Dec 18 · 8 weeks

Professional Class

Scott Sedita Acting Studios · Hollywood

By invitation only; takes the culmination of what the actor has learned in Audition Technique and raises it to working industry standards. Industry influencers are frequently invited to this class.

Thu, Oct 29 · 6:30 – 9:30 PM · Thursdays 6:30–9:30 PM · Application required

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