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Class Catalog
Offering challenging, professionally-driven in person and online training for professional actors, and for beginners ready to take a creative leap since 1981. Use the filter & discover all upcoming online offerings! Click here for a full list of adult programs & youth programs.
Current Class Offerings
GRADES 6-8: ACTING
Starts September 23
Saturdays, 10:00a-12:00p
Dive into acting fundamentals and scene work! Begins Saturday, September 23rd!
GRADES 9-12: ACTING FOR TEENS
Starts September 23
Saturdays, 10:00a-12:00p
Learn to tackle any script! Begins Saturday, September 23rd!
GRADES 3-5: STAGE AND SCREEN COMBO
Starts September 23
Saturdays, 10:00a-12:00p
Have fun, be challenged, and dive into the world of stage and screen acting! Begins September 23rd!
LEVEL 1 INTRODUCTION TO SHURTLEFF
Starts September 23
Saturdays, 2:00p-5:00p
The perfect place to start your training.
BEGINNING VOICEOVER: IN PERSON
Starts September 23
Saturdays, 11:00a-2:00p
Learn what this voiceover thing is all about
LEVEL 3 SCENE STUDY
Starts September 23
Saturdays, 1:00p-4:30p
Dive into the world of the play!
Only 2 spots left!
This class has a pre-requisite: LEVEL 2 SHURTLEFF TO SCENE.
If you have the equivalent experience...Learn More
LEVEL 2 SHURTLEFF TO SCENE
Starts September 23
Saturdays, 1:00p-4:00p
Continue your training with a deeper exploration of scene work.
BEGINNING VOICEOVER: IN PERSON
Starts September 23
Saturdays; 11:00a-2:00p
Learn what this voiceover thing is all about
GRADES 9-12- ON CAMERA TECHNIQUE
Starts September 24
Sundays, 10:00a-12:00p
Translate your acting skills for the camera! Begins Sunday, September 24th!
GRADES 6-8 ON CAMERA TECHNIQUE
Starts September 24
Sundays, 10:00a-12:00p
Learn on camera audition technique! Begins Sunday, September 24th!
Only 3 spots left!
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ADVANCED SCENE STUDY WITH KURT NAEBIG
Starts September 25
Mondays, 6:00p-10:00p
An in-depth acting workout!
LEVEL 1 INTRODUCTION TO SHURTLEFF
Starts September 25
Mondays, 6:30p-9:30p
The perfect place to start your training.
Only 4 spots left!
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LEVEL 4 REHEARSAL TO PERFORMANCE
Starts September 28
Thursdays, 6:00p-10:00p
Enrich your skills through in-depth scene work and learn the "art of auditioning."
ON CAMERA 1
Starts September 28
Thursdays, 6:00p-9:30p
Get comfortable in front of the lens!
Only 1 spot left!
This class has a pre-requisite: LEVEL 3 SCENE STUDY.
If you have the equivalent experience...Learn MoreON CAMERA 1
Starts September 28
Thursdays, 6:00p-9:30p
Get comfortable in front of the lens!
This class has a pre-requisite: LEVEL 3 SCENE STUDY.
If you have the equivalent experience...Learn More
K5-2ND GRADE: ACT & AUDITION
Starts September 30
Saturdays, 1:00p-3:00p
Learn the basics of acting and auditioning in a supportive, fun, and creative environment! Begins Saturday, September 30th!
VOICEOVER FOR THE PROFESSIONAL ACTOR: COMBO
Starts October 1
Sundays, 11:00a-2:00p
3 Weeks Online! 2 Weeks in Studio! 1 Week at Acting Studio Chicago! Returns Oct. 1st, 2023.
NAVIGATING CHICAGO'S THEATRE SCENE
Starts October 1
Sunday, 10:00a-1:00p
Get the inside scoop on theatre in Chicago!
Only 3 spots left!
Learn MoreINTERMEDIATE VOICEOVER: IN PERSON
Starts October 4
Wednesdays, 6:00p-9:00p
Expand your voiceover skills!
Only 2 spots left!
This class has a pre-requisite: BEGINNING VOICEOVER: IN PERSON.
If you have the equivalent experience...Learn More
DIALECTS 2: ONLINE
Starts October 4
Wednesdays, 2:00p-5:00p C.S.T.
Further your studies and expand your skills with even more dialects!
Only 3 spots left!
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SCENE STUDY
Starts October 9
Mondays, 6:00p-9:30p
Gain script analysis skills and more while working on your feet with exciting scenes!
SHAKESPEARE SCENE STUDY WITH BOB MASON: IN PERSON
Starts October 11
Wednesdays, 6:00p-9:00p
"Strong Reasons Make Strong Actions" - King John
DRAMATIC TV MASTER CLASS WITH A. J. LINKS
Starts October 15
Sundays, 12:30p-3:30p
Work with Casting Director A.J. Links
DOUBLE, DOUBLE TOIL AND SHAKESPLAY!
Starts October 25
4 Wednesdays, 6:00p-9:00p
Spend 4 Weeks with the Bard!
ON CAMERA AUDITION WORKSHOP WITH AGENT, SIOBHAN REDDY-BEST
Starts November 12
Sunday, November 12th and 19th from 1:00p-4:30p
Up Your Audition Game With Stewart Talent Youth Agent, Siobhan Reddy-Best! Sunday, November 12th and 19th
NEW STUDENT SEMINAR FOR ADULT ACTORS: ONLINE
Starts November 20
Monday, 6:00p-7:30p
An introduction to the way we work and teach.
LEVEL 3 SCENE STUDY
Starts November 27
Mondays, 6:00p-9:30p
Dive into the world of the play!
This class has a pre-requisite: LEVEL 2 SHURTLEFF TO SCENE.
If you have the equivalent experience...Learn MoreON CAMERA 1
Starts November 27
Mondays, 6:00p-9:30p
Get comfortable in front of the lens!
This class has a pre-requisite: LEVEL 3 SCENE STUDY.
If you have the equivalent experience...Learn More
ADVANCED SCENE STUDY WITH KURT NAEBIG
Starts November 27
Mondays, 6:00p-10:00p
An in-depth acting workout!
LEVEL 1 INTRODUCTION TO SHURTLEFF
Starts November 27
Mondays, 6:30p-9:30p
The perfect place to start your training.
LEVEL 1 INTRODUCTION TO SHURTLEFF: ONLINE
Starts November 28
Tuesdays, 6:00p-9:00p
The perfect place to start your training...online!
LEVEL 2 SHURTLEFF TO SCENE
Starts November 28
Tuesdays, 6:00p-9:00p
Continue your training with a deeper exploration of scene work.
This class has a pre-requisite: LEVEL 1 INTRODUCTION TO SHURTLEFF.
If you have the equivalent experience...Learn MoreLEVEL 1 INTRODUCTION TO SHURTLEFF
Starts November 28
Tuesdays, 6:00p-9:00p
The perfect place to start your training.
BEGINNING VOICEOVER: IN PERSON
Starts November 28
Tuesdays, 6:00p-9:00p
Learn what this voiceover thing is all about
LEVEL 3 SCENE STUDY
Starts November 29
Wednesdays, 6:00p-9:30p
Dive into the world of the play!
This class has a pre-requisite: LEVEL 2 SHURTLEFF TO SCENE.
If you have the equivalent experience...Learn MoreLEVEL 1 INTRODUCTION TO SHURTLEFF
Starts November 29
Wednesdays, 6:00p-9:00p
The perfect place to start your training.
LEVEL 2 SHURTLEFF TO SCENE
Starts November 29
Wednesdays, 6:00p-9:00p
Continue your training with a deeper exploration of scene work.
This class has a pre-requisite: LEVEL 1 INTRODUCTION TO SHURTLEFF.
If you have the equivalent experience...Learn MoreBEGINNING VOICEOVER: IN PERSON
Starts November 29
Wednesdays, 6:00p-9:00p
Learn what this voiceover thing is all about
T.V./FILM AUDITION WORKSHOP WITH CASTING DIRECTOR AJ LINKS, C.S.A.
Starts December 2
Saturday, December 2nd and 9th from 1p-3:30p
Back By Popular Demand! Saturday, December 2nd and 9th
LEVEL 1 INTRODUCTION TO SHURTLEFF
Starts December 2
Saturdays, 2:00p-5:00p
The perfect place to start your training.
LEVEL 2 SHURTLEFF TO SCENE
Starts December 2
Saturdays, 1:00p-4:00p
Continue your training with a deeper exploration of scene work.
This class has a pre-requisite: LEVEL 1 INTRODUCTION TO SHURTLEFF.
If you have the equivalent experience...Learn More
LEVEL 3 SCENE STUDY
Starts January 6
7 WEEK CLASS***
Dive into the world of the play!
This class has a pre-requisite: LEVEL 2 SHURTLEFF TO SCENE.
If you have the equivalent experience...Learn MoreTHIS IS A BUSINESS: GETTING SERIOUS ABOUT YOUR VO CAREER
Starts January 8
Mondays, 6:00p-9:00p
Sharpen your VO Business & Studio Skills.
SCENE STUDY
Starts January 8
Mondays, 6:00p-9:30p
Gain script analysis skills and more while working on your feet with exciting scenes!
INTERMEDIATE VOICEOVER: COMBO
Starts January 10
Wednesdays, 6:00p-9:00p
Expand your voiceover skills, online and in person at Chicago Recording Company!
This class has a pre-requisite: BEGINNING VOICEOVER: IN PERSON.
If you have the equivalent experience...Learn More
LEVEL 4 REHEARSAL TO PERFORMANCE
Starts January 11
Thursdays, 6:00p-10:00p
Enrich your skills through in-depth scene work and learn the "art of auditioning."
This class has a pre-requisite: LEVEL 3 SCENE STUDY.
If you have the equivalent experience...Learn More
LEVEL 4 REHEARSAL TO PERFORMANCE
Starts January 13
Saturdays, 1:00p-5:00p
Enrich your skills through in-depth scene work and learn the "art of auditioning."
This class has a pre-requisite: LEVEL 3 SCENE STUDY.
If you have the equivalent experience...Learn More