Acting Classes in Washington, DC

This is a 3-part program:  1. Workshop.   2. Personal voice analysis.   3. Consultation.  This program is for newcomers who are unsure how they fit in, who need to learn about all opportunities, and determine if they have potential. It’s a practical and comfortable way to determine if voice over is for you. The instructors...

This class will explore principles of comedy through intensive work on scenes and monologues, with some attention to comic theory and great comedic performances preserved on film. For students with scene study experience.

A first course in the art of voiceovers, including commercials, narration, and promos. Introduction to all skill areas, including copy interpretation, the physical use of the voice, the business of the VO biz, and home studios. All students will receive intensive recorded practice with critique.

An intensive exploration of the seminal ideas of Constantin Stanislavski, some of whose teachings came to form the basis of Method Acting. The class will read An Actor Prepares in a seminar format, explore the applications of Stanislavski’s use of actions, beats and objectives, and work toward an understanding of some of the major acting techniques...

An introduction to the acting techniques of one of the major acting theorists and teachers of the 20th century - techniques used by Jack Nicholson, Clint Eastwood, Marilyn Monroe and many others. Actors learn to employ psychological gesture to find the core of the character, through experiential approaches employing physical action that in turn creates...

A class for people who are not yet musical theatre stars. If you're an actor who would like more skills and confidence in the musical theatre realm, whether you have some musical experience already or are just getting started, this is the class for you. It's taught by one of Washington's hottest musical theatre performers, but geared toward people...

Essentially a free course plus a tech internship – invaluable training in the technical aspects of theatre at zero net cost! The full tuition will be refunded after completion of approximately 30 hours of hands-on tech experience on one of The Theatre Lab’s spring productions. This course and practicum will give actors and aspiring technicians...

Continue the New Year off right with Soca N Sweat as we bring you a fun and exciting dance fitness class led by the very talented Royal G (@Royal.g). Want to put some "oil" in that waistline? Join us for an hour of Waist whining as we "wuk up" and work up a sweat while incorporating basic elements of fitness. With carnival right around the corner,...

"Improv" is the practice of unplanned interaction with others. As much as we would like to rehearse and practice our lines for critical moments, there's no script sitting on our desk each morning, outlining all the things we'll say and do throughout the day. Learning simple tools for improvising better is a highly effective way to improve individual...

“I’m ready to take more acting courses! Really appreciated the wisdom and advice from the instructor. Very important in making the students feel comfortable.” A fun and fast-paced introduction to what acting is all about, with plenty of practice in improvisation, scene study and theatre games. For anyone who's ever wanted to give acting a try—or...

Feedback and coaching on both monologues and cold reading skills, and a professional review of headshots and resumes.

A practical course for the actor. Using improv and excerpts from plays, this class will explore the power of actions and objectives as tools to spark creativity, believability and growth. For actors with some scene study experience.

A one-day quick intro to some acting fundamentals.

A one-day quick intro to some acting fundamentals. Myth: Acting is about talent and talent is something you’re born with. Reality: Acting is a craft that anyone can learn at any age. Acting is also a fun and deeply satisfying activity, and Washington has more opportunities for doing it than practically anywhere else. Take two hours on a Saturday...