Unlock your creative potential with our professional acting courses designed to transform raw talent into polished performance skills.
Start Your JourneyComprehensive training programs to develop your acting abilities
Our theater acting program focuses on classical and contemporary theatrical techniques. Students learn stage presence, voice projection, and how to convey emotion through movement. Through intensive workshops and performances, you'll develop a comprehensive understanding of theatrical traditions and modern interpretations, enabling you to command any stage with confidence and authenticity.
Our screen acting course prepares actors for film, television, and digital media. Learn the nuances of acting for camera, understanding frame composition, and delivering authentic performances in close-up. Students work with industry-standard equipment in our professional studio setting, mastering the subtleties of screen presence while building a professional showreel that showcases their range and abilities to potential casting directors.
Develop control, clarity, and power in your vocal performance through our specialized voice training. Our experienced vocal coaches help actors master breathing techniques, articulation, accent work, and vocal versatility. This comprehensive approach ensures you can sustain vocal health through demanding performances while also expanding your range for diverse character portrayals, from subtle intimate moments to commanding presence in large theater spaces.
Our movement program explores how physical expression enhances character development. From fundamental body awareness to specialized techniques like stage combat and dance, students learn how physicality communicates emotional states and character traits. Classes incorporate elements from diverse traditions including mime, commedia dell'arte, and contemporary movement practices, giving performers a rich toolkit for physical storytelling that transcends verbal communication.
Investment in your artistic development with flexible options
The ActingCraft advantage for aspiring performers
Our instructors are working professionals with decades of combined experience across theater, film, and television. They bring practical knowledge from current industry standards and practices, ensuring students receive relevant training that prepares them for real-world opportunities. Their connections within the industry also create valuable networking possibilities for our graduates.
Train in professional spaces designed specifically for performers. Our academy features purpose-built studios with sprung floors, professional lighting and sound equipment, and dedicated film recording facilities. Students have access to rehearsal spaces outside of class hours, allowing for additional practice time and collaborative projects that enhance the learning experience.
Our holistic approach integrates classical training foundations with contemporary techniques relevant to today's industry demands. The curriculum evolves continuously based on industry developments and student feedback. We balance theoretical understanding with abundant practical application, ensuring graduates possess both the intellectual framework and practical skills necessary for professional success in multiple performance contexts.
Students showcase their developing skills through regular performances, from studio presentations to fully-produced productions in professional venues. These opportunities provide essential experience in the complete production process, from auditions through rehearsals to performance. Many productions attract industry professionals, creating visibility for emerging talent and often leading directly to professional opportunities for our students.
Join a collaborative environment where creativity flourishes through mutual support. Our academy fosters a non-competitive atmosphere that encourages artistic risk-taking while building lifelong professional relationships. Alumni frequently return as guest instructors or collaborators, strengthening our community network and creating ongoing opportunities for current students to connect with established professionals in the field.
Beyond performance training, we provide comprehensive career preparation including audition techniques, self-marketing, and industry navigation. Students develop professional headshots, resumes, and showreels with expert guidance. Our dedicated career counselors offer personalized advice for each student's unique goals and circumstances, while regular industry networking events connect students directly with casting directors, agents, and production companies.
Cultivating artistic excellence since 2005
Founded by award-winning theater director Elizabeth Harrington, ActingCraft Academy emerged from a vision to create a training ground where aspiring performers could develop both classical foundations and innovative approaches to the craft of acting. What began as small workshops in a rented community space has evolved into one of the region's premier acting institutions, with a reputation for excellence and a track record of successful graduates working across stage and screen.
Our philosophy centers on the belief that exceptional acting stems from authentic human connection and rigorous technical mastery. We foster an environment where students feel safe to take creative risks while developing the discipline required for professional success. Our faculty comprises working professionals who bring current industry insights directly to the classroom, ensuring students receive relevant training for today's diverse performance opportunities.
At ActingCraft, we understand that each performer brings unique gifts and goals to their training. Our programs balance structured core curriculum with individualized guidance, allowing students to develop their distinctive artistic voice while mastering essential techniques. Whether you aspire to classical theater, contemporary film, or innovative cross-disciplinary performance, our community provides the support, challenge, and opportunity to help you realize your potential.
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Learn from industry professionals with decades of experience
Founder & Artistic Director
Award-winning theater director with over 25 years of professional experience across Europe and North America. Elizabeth's directing credits include acclaimed productions at the Royal National Theatre and Broadway. She specializes in classical text interpretation and contemporary performance techniques.
Head of Voice & Speech
Former Royal Shakespeare Company member with extensive vocal coaching experience. David has trained actors who have gone on to star in major film franchises and West End productions. His approach combines classical techniques with innovative methods for contemporary performance demands.
Screen Acting Director
Experienced film director and casting professional with credits on multiple streaming platform original series. Maya brings current industry insights and technical expertise to our screen acting program, preparing students for the specific demands of camera work.
Movement & Physical Theater
Certified Laban movement analyst and former principal dancer with contemporary and classical training. Thomas specializes in physical characterization and movement for actors, helping performers develop body awareness and expressive capabilities.
Moments captured from our student productions and workshops
Advanced students performing "A Midsummer Night's Dream"
Students exploring character development techniques
Screen acting students during their final term production
Students working on projection and articulation
Showcase of modern theatrical works
Movement workshop exploring non-verbal storytelling
Workshops, performances, and special opportunities
Tour our facilities, meet instructors, and enjoy short performances by current students. Perfect opportunity for prospective students to learn about our programs and see our training in action.
Location: Main Campus Studio Theater
Time: 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Reserve Your SpotThree-day intensive workshop with casting director Sarah Reynolds, focusing on audition techniques for film and television. Open to current students and alumni, with limited spots for external participants.
Location: Screen Acting Studio
Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Daily
Apply NowEnd-of-term productions featuring our students across all programs. This term includes scenes from classic works, original student-devised pieces, and a showcase of screen projects.
Location: Main Stage & Studio Theaters
Time: Various Showtimes
Book TicketsAudition for placement in our spring term programs. Prepare a contemporary monologue and a classical piece, each under two minutes. Callbacks may include cold reading and movement assessment.
Location: Audition Studios
Time: By Appointment
Schedule AuditionBlending tradition with cutting-edge approaches
At ActingCraft Academy, we continually evolve our training methods to meet the changing demands of the entertainment industry. While honoring classical foundations, we integrate innovative approaches that prepare actors for emerging opportunities in immersive theater, motion capture, virtual production, and digital platforms.
Our technology-enhanced learning includes digital performance analysis, virtual reality applications for spatial awareness, and industry-standard filming equipment. Students experiment with hybrid performance forms that cross traditional boundaries between theater, film, and interactive media, preparing them for the increasingly interdisciplinary nature of contemporary acting work.
Through partnerships with technology companies, production studios, and research institutions, we provide students with unique opportunities to explore the cutting edge of performance practice while developing versatile skills applicable across traditional and emerging platforms.
Discover Our ApproachGet in touch to start your acting journey
125 Performer's Way
Arts District
New York, NY 10012
Phone: (212) 555-7890
Email: [email protected]
Monday - Friday: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday: Closed (Except for Special Events)