A comprehensive guide to California Acting Schools.
Studio C - Acting & Filmmaking Institute - [RDL]
Objective: Studio C is an all-encompassing acting studio and film company headed by John Coppola and Michael Sonntag, based in Los Angeles. The curriculum of acting classes, private coaching, career-related seminars, and filmmaking workshops, emphasizesThe New Approach – a unique formula taught only at Studio C, which has been cultivated and perfected over the last 10 years. The proof is in the track record: 2 out of 3 auditioning clients booked roles last pilot season.
Location: Los Angeles
Act Hollywood – Theatre of Arts - [RDL]
Objective: TOA is the oldest acting school west of New York, established in 1927 by studio mogul Ben Bard. Located in the heart of the Hollywood, it provides innovative performing arts curriculum designed to prepare students for professional careers in theatre, television and film. The coursework includes: voice and accent workshops, movement, musical theatre, stage/movie combat, scriptwriting, auditioning technique and demo reel to name a few. Alumni from our program have gone on to film commercials, motion pictures, and television roles. We offer F-1 student visas for international students.
Location: Hollywood
Commercial Bootcamp - [RDL]
Objective: At Commercial Bootcamp, classes focus on equipping the actor with the skills and information necessary to give the actor a competitive edge while auditioning in this highly competitive market. The entire commercial auditioning process is covered, including singles copy, doubles copy, one liners, commercial improv, cue cards, and product handling. The added value of this class is that it is taught by a sought after commercial agent.
Location: Los Angeles
Wayne Dvorak Acting Studio - [RDL]
Objective: You will experience pure Meisner instruction that is systematic and comprehensive, building step by step on emotional development, to character work, to professional-level work, and then to business contacts -- the results make you a bookable actor with the ability to have a long, successful career. You will have direct access to the coach, Mr. Wayne C. Dvorak, from the beginning. You will learn how to use the Meisner Technique for comedy, especially film comedy. You will enjoy a small class size, which allows for individualized attention. You will obtain a professional grasp of language through traditional authors, including Shakespeare, Tennessee Williams, and Edward Albee. You will find out what niche you serve in Hollywood as an actor by learning how to package the uniqueness of who you really are.
Location: Hollywood / Los Feliz
The Actors Center of San Francisco - [RDL]
Objective: Stanislavsky/Strasberg 'Method' Acting for film and theater.
Location: San Francisco and Los Angeles
Los Angeles Acting School (LAACT)
- [RDL]
Objective: No Compromise Approach. Learn the craft and business of acting. 5-classes-a-week / 18-month program
FREE Audit M/F at 12Noon / First week of classes, FREE. Over 1,000 hours in-class, Over 100 hours on-camera.
Location: North Hollywood
3-2-1-Talent Showcase Acting Studios - [RDL]
Objective: 3-2-1- Talent Showcase Acting Studios of La Crescenta, CA prepares its students to perform for Top Hollywood Talent Agents who are seeking youth to appear in Commercials, TV Shows, Music Videos, Theater, Electronic Media, Fashion Shows, Magazines, Movies and more. FREE introductory class!
Location: La Crescenta
Stuart Rogers Studios - [RDL]
Objective: For over a decade, Stuart Rogers’ Studios has trained actors and directors with his unique style of instruction, guiding them to artistic freedom and performance excellence. Right now, both current and former students are network and cable television series regulars, act on Broadway and perform in major motion pictures. His students have won Emmys, Golden Globes and Tony Awards. At Stuart Rogers’ Studios, we work with actors and directors of all experience levels, from beginners to working professionals. We offer cutting edge methodologies with traditional roots. In order to meet the demands of the set, stage, audition room, or rehearsal hall, the modern artist must use an approach that is fast, in-depth and powerful. Most of all, it must be effective.
Location: North Hollywood
Study with John Anthony
Objective: Teaching in the tradition of Strasberg and Stanislavsky, John Anthony teaches beginning and advanced actors who are serious about their craft. The class is designed to allow each actor to work at each session and address their individual acting problems. Mr. Anthony studied with Lee Strasberg, Vera Solovia - of the Moscow Art Theatre, Ned Mandarino - author of The Transpersonal Actor, and John Sarno - Lee Strasberg's protégé, who was honored by the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce and the Hollywood community as Teacher of the Year in 1999. Mr. Anthony has appeared in numerous stage, television and film roles. Private classes are also available.
Phone: 212-517-5359
Location: Hollywood area
Michael Byron
Objective: Helps actors become more confident when interviewing with agents, personal managers, casting directors, producers and directors. Has been in Hollywood for 20 years and is professional. Also coaches for auditions and will work one-on-one on camera.
Phone: 818-295-0025
Location: Van Nuys