Welcome to Actors Connection Acting School featuring Online Acting Classes and Networking Acting Seminars to help actors land more roles! We have programs that help connect you with talent agents and meet casting directors.

 FEATURED UPCOMING ONLINE ACTING CLASSES & EVENTS: 

STARTS:  Monday, April 1, 2024, 6:30pm ET / 3:30pm PT

PRICE: $129.00

In Person in NYC!

Showcase to THREE personal managers that represent for film, TV and theater in NYC and get immediate feedback on your performance so you can continue to make smarter and more powerful choices in this ever-changing career.

Online Indie Film Director Class

STARTS:  Monday, April 1, 2024, 7pm ET / 4pm PT

PRICE: $249.00

Our new online showcase class is the perfect way to get coaching by top filmmaker and showrunner Misha Calvert and then showcasing your work to our panel of four FILM Directors in your final week.

    

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Since 1991, we have helped thousands of actors achieve their goals through education via acting classes and marketing programs, and networking acting seminars with top New York, Los Angeles and Atlanta casting directors, talent agents, personal managers and print agents.

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Interested in finding more auditions, acting/business advice and a supportive online forum? Join Actors Connecting on FB today and be part of our growing virtual community!

ZOOM acting class that features ActorConnection's Free at Three Live Acting School Video Series

NEW CLIENT ORIENTATION SEMINAR & OTHER FREE SEMINARS

Via ZOOM, we'll answer all of your questions regarding what we have to offer at Actors Connection and how to best utilize our programming for your acting career. We will also discuss the various formats of nightly acting seminars, highlights of online acting classes, preview various upcoming special events and give you inside information on how to use your $$$ wisely and most effectively...

Attendees will get great info as well as SPECIAL DISCOUNTS!

We also offer free Meditation and Tax seminars specifically for actors!

ZOOM acting class sample that showcases ActorConnection's New Client Orientation Monthly Networking Actor Seminar

Actor Career CONSULTATIONS

New and seasoned actors alike need great STRATEGIES to help move their career forward.

Need help with yours?

With our Actor Career Consultations, you can work with an AC advisor on an action plan just for YOU!  

Ask questions, demystify important action steps and get advice tailored to YOUR situation and YOUR needs.

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ONLINE and in Person ACTING CLASSES

Actors Connection offers a wide variety of in-person and online audition & technique Acting Classes and Special Events designed to improve your skills in specific areas.

From film and television, to commercials and soaps, to theatre and voice-overs, these acting classes are taught by New York City and Los Angeles’ top casting directors, talent agents and industry professionals. You’ll work with pros who see actors daily and come here at night to bring their expertise to a classroom setting, giving you individualized feedback that will immediately impact your career.

We broadcast all our online acting classes via ZOOM.

Hand raising in an online acting class at Actor Connection's Acting School

ACTING SEMINARS

Our Acting Seminars, held every night of the week and on some weekends, are amazing opportunities to meet casting directors and showcase to a wide variety of industry guests from all areas of the business. You’ll find that no other networking facility can compare to our lineup of guests, our professional atmosphere and our excellent and efficient staff.

The connections you make here are priceless. Whether its for online casting or online auditions, we'll help you meet casting directors and talent agents who are looking to hire.

Learn from Talent Agents, Casting Directors and more at Actor Connection's Acting School Acting Seminars

AC ACTING SCHOOL FAST TRACK PROGRAM

READY TO ACCELERATE YOUR CAREER?

The AC Fast Track is a 3 month personalized program designed to help each actor enrolled move more quickly towards their individual goals.  

This program has helped hundreds of actors reach new levels of success as they learn and receive our signature one on one support throughout the entire program.

This program consists of specially selected events chosen based on each individual student’s goals.  You won’t be enrolled in a one size fits all program.  Everything will be customized FOR YOU!

Fast Track is currently available in two modules, TRAINING and CONNECTION. 

Accelerate your acting career with the Fast Track Program from Actors Connection Acting School

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Success Stories

"After taking a class at Actors Connection with Nick Peciaro from Jonathan Strauss Casting, I was called in for a network procedural audition!"

Malena Williams, March 2024

"After taking a class with Stephanie Holbrook, Stephanie recommended me for an audition that a friend of hers was casting. Her class was not only fabulous, but I got an audition opportunity from showing up and working hard."

Emily Tuchman, March 2024

Peter is SIGNING with Bramante Artists after meeting Albert Bramante, Owner / Agent in an AC seminar.

Peter Von Berg, February 2024

Alexis SIGNED with Shannon Pierce, Owner / Talent Manager, Pierce Entertainment after meeting him in an online AC seminar.

Alexis Sims, February 2024

Jonathan self taped for a lead role in a film after meeting Donna McKenna, Casting Director, Donna McKenna Casting in an online intensive.

Jonathan Diaz Vane, February 2024

Lisa is now FREELANCING with SW Artists after meeting Margaret Emory, Agent in our Musical Theater Agent Showcase.

Lisa Sabin, January 2024

"I took an online Print Intensive with Janine Cerny around the end of November. I just signed with Lauren Green Agency this past Friday. Thank you Actors Connection."

Tony Tilli, January 2024

"After taking an agent night in front of three highly prestigious NY voice-over agencies, I was able to connect with one of them and was quickly signed! I'm grateful for Actors Connection for helping me land representation!"

Gabriel Castro, January 2024

Tanya SIGNED with Eris Talent after meeting Amy Lord, Agent in an AC seminar.

Tanya Thompson, January 2024

"I attended an Actors Connection agent showcase during my early days in NYC. The event was well-run, the room was welcoming and I ended up getting representation from an awesome agent."

Em Whitworth, December 2023

Courtney SIGNED with CESD after meeting Christian Sparks in our online VO Connection agent panel showcase.

Courtney Steele, November 2023

"Actors Connection has been a pivotal resource in terms of my overall growth and development as an actor. The team has been gracious, communicative and an integral part to my networking success. As a result of AC and the classes I have participated in, I’ve been able to make contacts with agents and casting directors in the commercial modeling sphere! Thanks, Actors Connection!"

Remi Veronica, November 2023

John SIGNED with Eris Talent from meeting Amy Lord, Agent in an AC seminar.

John Squires, November 2023

Marla SIGNED with Eris Talent from meeting Amy Lord, Agent in an AC seminar.

Marla Freeman, November 2023

Chris SIGNED with Eris Talent from meeting Amy Lord, Agent at our recent AC Musical Theater Agent Showcase.

Chris Mauro, November 2023

"My faith in dear Colleen Finnegan & AC's mission to help actors was rewarded by a 3 agent showcase which gave me outstanding ratings & 2 offers for representation." 

Burton Mazzone, November 2023

"Booked Representation from Actors Connection in 2012 and never looked back!"

Andrew Foote, November 2023

Kalijah is now working with 6 Degrees Worldwide Entertainment (6DWE) after meeting Henry Ravelo, Personal Manager at our online NY Personal Manager Showcase. Kalijah recently booked a PSA for the Global Action on Gun Violence.

Kalijah Wayne, October 2023

Elbi is SIGNING with The Carson-Kolker Organization after meeting Barry Kolker, Agent/Owner at our NY Musical Theater Agent Showcase.

Elbi Cespedes, September 2023

"Attended NYC Legit Agent night last month, and ended up signing with Tammy Green with the Green Agency!"

Kathryn O'Connell, August 2023

"I met my Atlanta agent, Carol Shaginaw at the Actors Connection Atlanta seminar a few years ago."

Isa Goldberg, July 2023

"Cast as the Voice Actor for the June non-fiction short story for The Razor Online Magazine from working with Paul Liberti in his Audiobooks class."

Sarah Seltz, July 2023

"I did the agent panel a few weeks ago, and I’ve been in touch with Amy Lord at Eris Talent, and she connected me to a fellow agent at Eris, and I just signed with her! I am so grateful. I’ve had the best experiences with you guys."

Emily Tuckman, June 2023

Scott is now working with A3 Artists Agency from meeting Jerry Kallarakkal, Agent in an online AC seminar.

Scott Robinson, June 2023

"After taking a class with Emily Cook, I was called in for a LEAD in the Indie Feature CUB SCOUT."

Neal Davidson, June 2023

Bella SIGNED with East West Management after meeting Elana Dvorak, Owner/Personal Manager at our online Personal Manager Showcase.

Bella Kouds, May 2023

Adam SIGNED with East West Management after meeting Elana Dvorak, Owner/Personal Manager at our online Personal Manager Showcase.

Adam Huff, May 2023

"I took the 3 Week Online On-Camera COMMERCIAL Class with Angela Mickey, Casting Director, Liz Lewis Casting in March. Days after finishing the class I was contacted by a talent agency about possible on-camera commercial representation. I used the commercial copy prep tips that I learned in Angela’s class for my self-tape and it landed me a phone interview and then representation by DDO NY!"

Lauren Snyder, April 2023

Scott BOOKED a role as one of the lead detectives on the new ID series, Think Like a Killer after being referred to casting director Ivan Martinovich by Actors Connection.

Scott Robinson, April 2023

"I was taking the Fast Track Networking course and had the opportunity to be a reader for Marius Bargielski at Metropolis Artists Agency for one of his AC Seminars. Colleen and the AC Fast Track helped me prepare, do the work and gain the confidence to reach out to Marius that I was also seeking representation. We had a meeting and decided on the spot that we’d love to work together. I am now signed with Marius as my Legit agent!"

Tara Haight, April 2023

"I was set to move to LA with no representation, but luckily a couple of weeks before that I participated in the Actors Connection online Los Angeles 3 day showcase and was signed commercially by CESD!"

Andres Simonian, March 2023

"After attending the NY Connection 3 Day Showcase, I started working with Jordan, Gill & Dornbaum Talent Agency, Inc. and have since BOOKED three commercials and my very first co-star role on Law & Order!"

Chloé Lexia Worthington, March 2023

Jason SIGNED with Made Worldwide Agency after meeting Katherine Connors, Agent in her AC online seminar!

Jason Weberman, March 2023

Tara recently BOOKED a role on a pilot MOTT & SPY after being SIGNED by Midnight Artists from meeting Michael Bloom, Personal Manager, at an online Actors Connection seminar.

Tara Rose Schreiber, March 2023

"After taking Kim Miscia’s class at Actors Connection, I was called in for Blue Bloods. So grateful for all of your classes."

Emily Tuckman, March 2023

"I followed a lead from an AC casting call for an actor to appear in a live show. I was called that night and asked to appear with Drake at the Apollo. I did a 2 night gig. Additionally, I was asked to appear in a NYC MTA public works modeling project that is now on display at the new Grand Central Terminal. I am looking to follow these success stories with more work from ACTORS CONNECTION."

Ronald Barshop, March 2023

From attending our FEB VO Connection and meeting VO agent Evan Malter, Sam is now freelancing with CESD and was just sent her first audition.

Sam Slade, March 2023

"I attended the Legit Agent Night Showcase for NY in February and was called in for possible Representation by the owner / Agent - Sue Winik with SW Artist. A second meeting is in the works! I'm THRILLED to say the least. Thank you Actors Connection for making the Connection!"

Donna Glaesener, March 2023

"In April of 2022, I attended an Actors Connection online VO agent panel with DDO, and after 10 months freelancing, I SIGNED with them yesterday (February 2023)! Without Actors Connection, I wouldn't have had the opportunity to showcase my skills and continue my growth through their classes, agent nights, and seminars. Thank you!"

Diana Jurand, February 2023

Matthew was invited to WORK with Lauren Green Agency from meeting Janine Cerny, Agent in her online AC print intensive.

Matthew Ethan Davis, February 2023

After taking class with Joey Montenarello, Neal was called in and BOOKED the LEAD in a SAG Indy Film HOLLY JOLLY!

Neal Davidson, February 2023

"I just wanted to let you know that I’ve been sighed by Amy Lord from Eris Talent and connected with her through one of your panels!"

Chynna Holder, January 2023

"Called in for a meeting with Margaret Emory at SW Artists after meeting her at a Legit Agent night."

Romy Nordlinger, January 2023

Misako BOOKED a commercial for FRESH DIRECT from WORKING with Multi-Ethnic Talent & Promotion after meeting Stephanie Bellarosa, Director of Commercial & Print Division in an online Actors Connection seminar. She's currently on hold for multiple pharma spots too from working wiht this office.

Misako Yamagishi, December 2022

Lori is now working with Eileen Haves Talent Representatives after being referred by Actors Connection. Lori just auditioned for a new NETFLIX TV series from working with Eileen.

Lori Spano, November 2022

"I attended an Advanced VO class taught by an industry pro, and am now freelancing with her at DDO in NYC. Actors Connection provided the venue for this opportunity, and through training, including many multi-week classes, and intensives through AC, I was ready to step forward with my career. Thanks for all you do, to everyone at Actors Connection."

Diana Jurand, November 2022

John SIGNED with Ally Taylor Artists from meeting Ally Taylor in one of our online Manager Night showcases.  From working with Ally, John has already booked great projects and auditions all the time. 

John Sousa, November 2022

"I met Baker Management's agent Robert Graham at one of the events at Actors Connection. He then invited me to a meeting with Jaime Baker which went great and I have been working with them for about a year now. I have booked a couple of co-star roles for major TV shows, one of them was for HBO's The Deuce. I have been also auditioning regularly for co-stars and guest-stars with good feedback from CD's. Baker Management just offered me to sign with them and I could not be happier! Thank you Actors Connection!"

Katya Pylova, November 2022

"I attended a virtual seminar with Manager Nicole Astell at Prestige Management. She called me in for a meeting and signed me!"

Claire McClain, October 2022

"After taking class with Nick Peciaro at Actors Connection, I was called in for FBI 3 times and sent to producers twice."

Neal Davidson, October 2022

"After taking an online intensive with Kim Miscia, I was called in for BLUE BLOODS and then went to a producers session."

Neal Davidson, September 2022

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