New LA acting classes · Jul 6–12, 2026

Online teen acting classes.

Ongoing enrollment

Acting and the camera with focus on ease, personalization, personality slates, self-tapes, and the strategy of close-ups. Includes original and scripted material, in-class coaching, and technical self-tape fundamentals. Formerly Marilyn’s Part 1; 1 of 2 prerequisites for Advanced Acting & the Camera with Marilyn McIntyre.

Schedule not published · Through Nov 12 · 4 sessions

Audition technique for film and television covering self-taping, Zoom auditions and callbacks, in-room auditions, mix and matches, and chemistry reads. Instructors are working actors.

Schedule not published

Sample class from The Improv Trick so you can experience what goes on in one of their five week classes from the beginning.

Sun, Nov 8 · 4:00 PM · Drop-in · 1 session · All ages

Michael Frederick teaches ongoing Alexander Technique classes. The Alexander Technique offers a clear, systematic look into the underlying principles that govern human movement.

Ongoing enrollment confirmed

taught by Billy Merritt

Fri, Dec 18 · 9:00 – 11:00 AM · 1 session

Schedule not published

Online class guided through all genres of TV and film with solo work, partnered scene work, and focused exercises to make the Warner Loughlin technique your own.

Ongoing enrollment · Application required

Eight-week Grand Slam form house-team workshop with twelve shows: four weeks building team dynamics, four weeks polishing, then four more shows; option to continue as a monthly house team.

Schedule not published · 8 weeks

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!

Schedule not published · 4 sessions

A one-day introduction to the world of Voiceover acting that gives students an overview of the kinds of job opportunities in the Voice-Over world and techniques to becoming a good actor behind the microphone.

Sun, Nov 15 · 12:00 – 2:30 PM · Sundays 12:00–2:30 PM

Students develop sketches and receive personalized feedback from instructors. The first four weeks focus on developing and refining sketches, the fifth week is dedicated to implementing revisions to be implemented on the 6th. Performance Labs include a fully costumed and staged performance on the Gary Austin Stage, and students receive a recording of the performance.

Tue, Nov 17 · 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM · Starts Nov 17 · 6 sessions · Application required

This 6-session workshop teaches the fundamentals of improvisation for beginners. No audition required!

Mon, Nov 2 · 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM · 6 sessions

This one-day workshop introduces students to the fundamentals of improv in an open, welcoming environment.

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Level up defined reads and demo prep; hone audition-ready confidence. Taught by Terry Berland and Nick Omana.

Wed, Nov 11 · 6:00 – 9:00 PM · Wednesdays 6:00–9:00 PM · 4 sessions

On-camera commercial acting workshop online via Zoom based on fundamental acting in a short-scene study format, with self-taping techniques. Designed for beginners and advanced.

Thu, Oct 29 · 5:00 – 8:00 PM · Thursdays 5:00–8:00 PM · 5 weeks

Online master class via Zoom with Ivana Chubbuck.

Wed, Oct 28 · 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Thu, Nov 19 · 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

React truthfully in any situation using the powerful Meisner Technique.

Sun, Nov 1 · 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM · Sundays 11:00 AM–2:00 PM · Application required

Learn to think on your feet, have fun, & get out of your head through fun improvisational games & exercises.

Thu, Oct 29 · 6:00 – 9:00 PM

Take your training to the next level with a dynamic program designed to add character work to your foundational Meisner Training. From physical to psychological shifts you learn how to create characters completely different from yourself and keep them truthful, spontaneous and interesting. While remaining grounded in Meisner's core principles of truthful behavior, emotional responsiveness, and working moment to moment, this innovative training sequence places an emphasis on integrating character work into scripted scenes and monologues.

Fri, Oct 30 · 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM · Fridays 10:00 AM–1:00 PM · Through Nov 13 · Application required

Evening scene study for adults 28 and up with warm-ups, partner scene work, notes, and filming every third class. Rolling four-week cycles.

Ongoing enrollment · 4 weeks · Adults · Application required

This 6-week LA acting class meets twice a week: one working class and one lecture/observation class. The course introduces actors to the fundamentals of the AMAW philosophy and our way of working.

Ongoing enrollment · 6 weeks · Adults · Audit available

The 6-Week Acting Technique program covers the foundations of acting technique as well as an introduction to scene study. Taught by Howard Fine and David Coury. Includes script analysis lecture, Uta Hagen’s object exercises, personalization, sensory work, emotional recall, concentration, nerves, habits, assigned material, and intro to scene study.

Thu, Oct 29 · 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM · Through Nov 19 · 6 weeks · 12 sessions

This is an ongoing workshop that addresses fundamental and advanced improv skills. The focus will be on staying grounded, making interesting choices and saying yes, with a little game of the scene mixed in. Students pay for the month.

Schedule not published · Nov 2 – Nov 23 · 4 sessions

Having trouble making choices? Make your scenes easier by slowing down your scene work and tapping into what you would do in real life. Think less about "getting it right" by using your gut response to inform your improv response. Keep heightened scenes simple by using your own experiences as a touchstone for choices, staying committed and using the environment. Note: Class will end between 2:30pm and 3pm pending on that week's exercises. Please note: There will be no class on 11/28.

Schedule not published · 6 sessions

Learn top acting techniques, camera angles, blocking, and build on-camera confidence.

Wed, Oct 28 · 6:30 – 9:30 PM

Refine your acting with classical scene work and perform for a live audience.

Sat, Oct 31 · 2:30 – 5:30 PM · Saturdays 2:30–5:30 PM

Amazing 2 Week Intensive for the ADVANCED actor to work with top tier LA Casting Directors, Showrunners, & Filmmakers. 2 weeks with 14 industry powerhouses.

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Six-week beginner improv class covering public speaking, scene starts, Four Pillars of Improv, long form, and comedic timing. No prior experience necessary.

Wed, Nov 4 · 7:00 – 10:00 PM · Wednesdays 7:00–10:00 PM · 6 weeks

A ten-week course in acting technique and scene study. Master teacher Andrew Wood presents a powerful acting technique through exercises, lectures, and scene study. Students work on a single scene for the duration of the course.

Ongoing enrollment · 10 weeks

Discover where inspired creativity comes from, and how to access it consistently in this revolutionary two-week workshop for professional actors.

Mon, Nov 2 · Starts Nov 2 · 2 weeks

VO Pro Fight Club • AUTOMOTIVE with CLIFF ZELLMAN. Join from anywhere via Zoom.

Tue, Nov 24 · 5:30 – 8:00 PM · Tuesdays 5:30–8:00 PM · Nov 24 – Nov 24 · 1 session · Adults

4-week online intensive. October sold out; November Launchpad + Workouts spots filling.

Sat, Nov 7 · 5:00 – 7:00 PM · Saturdays 5:00 PM · Starts Nov 7 · 4 weeks · Adults

An intimate, virtual 3-day weekend for working VO pros ready to take their business to the next level. Returns November 6–8.

Fri, Nov 6 · Nov 6 – Nov 8 · Adults

Learn improvisation within the framework of The Kalmenson Method for voice-over across commercial, animation, and gaming, as well as stage and on-camera. Covers improvisation as a rehearsal and auditioning tool, character and environment work, VO improv exercises, motion capture adaptation, scripts from character art, and group walla/looping.

Schedule not published · Through Nov 21 · 6 weeks · Adults

Advanced professional voice-over acting class listed in Kalmenson & Kalmenson's curriculum.

Wed, Oct 28 · 5:00 – 8:00 PM · Wednesdays 5:00–8:00 PM · Oct 28 – Nov 18

No class Thursday, November 26th; Thanksgiving holiday.

Thu, Nov 5 · 6:00 – 9:00 PM · Thursdays 6:00–9:00 PM · Nov 5 – Dec 3

New to VO. No class Tuesday, November 24th; Thanksgiving holiday.

Tue, Nov 3 · 6:00 – 9:00 PM · Tuesdays 6:00–9:00 PM · Nov 3 – Dec 15

5-week beginning improv class at the Art Parlor in Valley Village / Studio City.

Sun, Nov 8 · 4:00 PM · Starts Nov 8 · 5 weeks

Five week intensive with a showcase for experienced improvisers and anyone who has completed the beginning course. Focus on status, character, physical improv, and music improv.

Thu, Oct 29 · 7:45 PM · 5 weeks

Online Zoom 8-week Level 1 & 2 stand-up comedy class.

Tue, Nov 17 · 5:30 – 9:00 PM · Tuesdays 5:30–9:00 PM · Starts Nov 17 · 8 weeks

LIVE in-person 8-week stand-up comedy class in Glendale covering writing structures, performance, and a showcase.

Wed, Nov 11 · 6:30 – 9:30 PM · Wednesdays 6:30–9:30 PM · Starts Nov 11 · 8 weeks

Online Zoom 8-week Level 1 & 2 stand-up comedy class with Jerry Corley.

Sat, Nov 14 · 11:00 AM – 2:30 PM · Saturdays 11:00 AM–2:30 PM · Starts Nov 14 · 8 weeks

8-week all levels stand-up workshop ending in a grad show, taught by Bobbie Oliver.

Sun, Nov 1 · 1:00 – 4:00 PM · Sundays 1:00–4:00 PM · Through Nov 1 · 8 weeks

A series of workshops and classes. Open to all levels. Students do not have to pre-register. Just show up. Sometimes full; advance signup available to guarantee a spot.

Sat, Oct 31 · 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Drop-in

Breakthrough ONLINE, on-camera SELF TAPE, AUDITION, ACTING CLASS taught by Feature Film Director Katt Shea for professional and about-to-be professional actors all over the world via GoToMeeting, Zoom, FaceTime, and Skype. Working with Katt almost instantly improves your confidence and frees you up to be fully in the moment. In the space of one class, there is profound improvement. Often actors readings go from being good to being bookable. You see your videos right after class so you can track your progress. Class is on-going and affordable so you can continue to “workout,” staying in shape for that life changing audition.

Ongoing enrollment confirmed

Armin Shimerman, the esteemed Shakespearian scholar...

Tue, Nov 3 · Nov 3 – Dec 16

Through weekly classes, students build technique in scene study, character development, improvisation, and on-camera performance. Each class is designed to challenge and encourage, balancing real training with a supportive, creative community that helps students grow in both skill and confidence.

Sat, Oct 31 · 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM · Kids

Quickly expand your actor's toolbox and book the room. Learn script analysis, understand genre, multi-cam, single-cam, and dramatic material, the business of acting, and more.

Ongoing enrollment · Adults

Audition workout focused on self-tapes and Zoom callbacks. Round one: self-tape from home or work live on Zoom with assigned casting material or your own auditions. Round two: review and re-work on the spot with immediate adjustments and feedback. Taught by rotating faculty of working actors.

Tue, Nov 3 · 12:00 – 3:00 PM · Tuesdays 12:00–3:00 PM · 4 sessions · Application required

The SELF in Your Self-Tape. Formerly Acting & the Camera: Part Two; available to all actors and offered in-tandem with Acting & the Camera. Covers scripted scenes, self-tapes including technical info, personality slate, in-class on-screen reworks and personalization exercises, and introduction to online live call-backs.

Schedule not published · Through Nov 17 · 4 sessions

A scene study and acting technique intensive. Meets in person.

Sat, Jan 30 · 3:30 – 6:00 PM · Starts Jan 30 · Teens

A scene study and acting technique intensive. Meets in person.

Sun, Jan 24 · 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM · Starts Jan 24 · Kids

A scene study and acting technique intensive. Meets in person.

Sat, Jan 23 · 3:30 – 7:30 PM · Starts Jan 23 · Teens

Online class on applying Howard’s approach to Film & Television sides, script breakdown with little information, handling auditions across genres, grounding without props/set, physicality/action, and using yourself fully in auditions. Homework includes a self-tape; must be present on day 1.

Schedule not published · Drop-in · Jan 7 – Jan 28 · 4 sessions · Audit available

The 6-Week Acting Technique program is an accelerated course which covers BOTH the foundations of acting technique and audition technique. Foundations include personalization, sensory work, emotional recall, concentration, Uta Hagen’s Object Exercises, Howard Fine’s 8 steps for script analysis and role preparation, scene study, and more. Audition technique includes assigned audition scripts, self-tapes for critique, applying Howard’s approach to Film & Television sides, and grounding without props.

Fri, Oct 30 · 2:00 – 4:30 PM · Tuesdays & Fridays 2:00 PM · Through Dec 4 · 6 weeks · 12 sessions

This 2-Day Intensive takes place in-person at our Los Angeles studio and is taught by AmSAT certified Alexander Technique teachers, Jennifer Schulz & Nick George. Introductory weekend intensive covering foundational principles of the Alexander Technique for actors; covers the first half of the 8-week course condensed into two days.

Schedule not published · Dec 12 – Dec 13 · 2 sessions

Online comedy master class.

Tue, Nov 3 · 6:30 – 9:30 PM · Tuesdays 6:30–9:30 PM

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

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