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Conveniently Located Manhattan Rehearsal Space Available For Affordable Rates

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A Variety of Well Equipped Midtown Rehearsal Studios in the Heart of the Theater District Available for Your Next Audition Event

Actors Connection is offering clean, affordable and well equipped Manhattan rehearsal space located in the theater district area. Our studios come in a variety of sizes. They are specifically tailored to suit everything from on-camera auditions for film, television, and commercials, to musical theater rehearsals, auditions, table readings, and one on one coachings. We also offer a voice over booth for voice over casting and recording sessions. It can also be available as event spaces for classes, lectures, workshops and business meetings. Our friendly and helpful staff is waiting to help make your next event or audition a smashing success.

Affordable, Well Equipped Rehearsal Space in Midtown Manhattan Available For Events and All Types of Auditions

Located on 9th Avenue, between 44th and 45th, in the Manhattan Theater District our Midtown NYC rehearsal studios are clean, well staffed, and well equipped for your next event or audition. With several settings available to handle everything from on-camera auditions to musical theater rehearsals chances are good that we have the perfect space for you. Our voice over booth comes fully equipped to handle audio castings and recording sessions. We also have great spaces to offer for workshops, classes, business meetings, and lectures. With affordable rates and great location, our rehearsal spaces make for an easy choice.

Actors Connection Affordable Rehearsal Space in Manhattan Provides Everything You Need

Space is certainly at a premium in Manhattan. Actors Connection offers Manhattan rehearsal and studio space that not only gives you the room you’re looking for, but the technical accommodations you need to successfully put together a project. We make it simple by providing everything you need in one location, and for a surprisingly affordable price. Prices start at just $30 an hour. We also offer audition taping and upload services for just $40 for half an hour. Get the professional equipment and the space you need for your rehearsal, big event or audition all in one location. Simplify the logistics so you can focus on the production. Actors Connection gives you all the tools you need to make the production a success.

Summer Performing Arts Program in New York

Summer Performing Arts Program in New York

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Summer Performing Arts Program in New York Offers Perfect Combination of Instruction and Inspiration

Could there be a more inspiring place to study performance arts than New York City? Bright lights, world famous theaters, and the grandeur of NYC provide the perfect setting for a summer performing arts program. Participants learn and practice improvisation, delivering commercials, auditioning for musical theater, and acting for television and film, all while working with experienced teachers, casting directors, agents, and other industry professionals. The action packed week of instruction is topped off with a popular Broadway show to give participants an inspiring view of the possibilities!

New York City Offers the Perfect Setting for a Summer Performing Arts Program

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Times Square and Broadway street signs. New York.

If you are going to study the performance arts, what better setting could there be then New York City? Actors Connection Kids Connection Summer Day Camp is located just blocks from Broadway. There isn’t a more inspiring setting for your child to learn and practice performing arts than this NYC summer performing arts program. They will spend the week learning a broad scope of acting and theater skills from experienced teachers and top industry professionals and top it off by taking in a popular Broadway show.

Actors Connection: Not Your Run of the Mill Summer Performing Arts Program

Actors Connection does not offer your average, run of the mill summer school. Our Summer Performing Arts Camp offers kids and teens an experience with real professionals. Just blocks away from Broadway, our summer camp will give your child a taste of the professional acting world. They’ll work with experienced instructors in the industry. They will meet one on one with Broadway stars. They’ll be introduced to actual New York casting agents and casting directors who are searching for the next child sensation. They can learn all the ins and outs of theater and film, commercials, preparing for auditions, and voice overs. We provide your child an authentic taste of the professional acting world.

Contact the Actors Connection for Info on Summer Performing Arts!

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VO Class New York: Lessons Go Beyond Acting

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Voice Over (VO) Lessons Teach Versatility

So you’ve already taken acting classes. Why do you need to learn voice over? Doesn’t acting already teach the proper way to deliver a line? Technically yes, but professional voice over requires a lot more technique than just an authentic sounding line. Taking a VO Class in New York teaches additional skills beyond traditional acting to properly deliver the pitch and cadence required by voice overs. You learn control over your voice so you can be directed for whatever the commercial requires. Detail is everything. Certain tones need to be hit on a specific cadence, pitches need to come down at the end of the sentence, and certain words will need highlighted, depending on the message to be conveyed.

woman at micTaking a VO class gives you more versatile skills in which to land a job. Professional acting is a demanding career. You might be auditioning for Broadway while doing voice over gigs to pay the rent. Voice over can also improve actors’ cold reading skills for auditions, which just might land you that big gig.

Learn Spontaneous Response

Voice over lessons really teach an actor to think on his feet. Most voice overs are read directly from the script, so you learn the skills of quick response and rapid interpretation. You learn to work with a creative director and deliver a specific sound, the key to acting. Voice over teaches more than just acting, but it can dramatically improve your skills as an actor.

THE IMPORTANCE OF VO CLASSES FOR YOUR ACTING CAREER

People don’t actually see those who do voice overs, but that doesn’t mean you’re invisible. “Whether the general public chooses to acknowledge it or not, voice-over matters,” Geena Davis once said in an interview. “Everyone watches movie trailers, everyone sees commercials on television or they hear them on the radio and that is power.” A voice over class can connect you to that power, and more importantly, land a real acting job that pays the bills as you look for your big break.

MANY STARS HAVE DONE VOICE OVER

Lights, Camera, Action!Leslie Nielsen, the star of the Naked Gun movies, first started out in voice over, narrating commercials and several science documentaries long before his famous role in the Airplane movies. He had a distinctive voice that was perfect for voice overs, one that added credibility and fun to the rote science documentary. Peter Coyote continues to do voice over for the Ken Burns films with a voice that adds authenticity and drama to the history portrayed. Even Morgan Freeman has supplied voice over to the recent Conan the Barbarian movie. Good voice over is far from generic. It’s real acting, and in many ways requires a particular skill most actors overlook.

VO CLASSES ESSENTIAL TO AN ACTOR’S TRAINING

Taking a VO class is critical to an actors training. A class can teach you how to use your voice and vastly improve your auditioning capabilities. You’ll be able to just read a script and provide the right voice. It helps you think on your feet, an essential skill for any actor.

Check out the list of VO Classes we have available in New York, as well as an occasional VO Class Los Angeles!

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Teen Acting Classes Open New Worlds Beyond the TV

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Professional Drama Classes for the High School Student

Is your teen bored sitting in front of the TV all day? How about putting him or her in front of the camera instead? Professional teen acting classes teach self-confidence and creativity, and may even blossom into a lifelong interest or who knows, perhaps even a fulfilling career. Working with a professional design school offers opportunities they simply won’t get in the drama department of their high school. Go the extra mile when it comes to extracurricular activities by enrolling your teen in a professional drama program that will stimulate their imagination.

Drama for Teens for Stage to Film and Everything in Between

Professional drama classes designed for teens cover every aspect of acting, from stage and community productions to acting in film to doing voice overs and even commercials. Teens can make their own short films and even enroll them in festivals. With the Internet, the stage is already there waiting for them. They’ll have fun sharing the films they make with their family and friends. They can even audition for commercials and other productions. Who said you had to wait for adulthood to become a professional actor?

A Professional School is a Hot Spot for Talent Scouts

Becoming a professional actor takes more than just talent and training. It also takes the right connections. When you enroll in a professional acting school, even for teens, those schools often have a connection to some of the best talent scouts in the industry looking for the next acting sensation.

Contact the Actors Connection for Teen Acting Classes in NYC

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Choosing NY Acting Classes

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Choosing NY Acting Classes: Making Sense of It All

With all the possibilities, choosing the right NY acting classes can be difficult. While specializing can be a good idea, you first need to know what direction you want your career to take. Do this before settling in to one particular area. Also it’s good to know a variety of acting approaches so you can be versatile to what the market demands.

Professional Voice Over Acting Lessons

man at micVoice over lessons teach you the basics of voice over, including audition skills, copy interpretation, inflection, character development, microphone skills, and how to sight read. Most lessons are digitally recorded so you can go back over your performance and tweak it. You’ll learn how to do voice overs in commercials, animation, narration and industrial videos. It can lead to a great career.

Television Drama Lessons

Television sets typically have many cameras, and new actors might not know which camera to look into. Classes designed for television teach the intricacies of working on the set of a TV show and how to ace a TV audition.

Commercial Classes

Commercial classes teach more than just acting, but how to use acting to sell a product. Character motivation goes out the window, and the product itself becomes key. Actors in commercials must learn how to make the product name sound punchy and appealing without overdoing it and sounding unnatural.

Contact the Actors Connection for more information on NY Acting Classes! 

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Attending a New York Summer Acting School? Some Factors to Consider

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Tips to Getting the Most of Your New York Summer Acting School

So you’ve decided to enroll in a New York summer acting school program and want to get the most out of your experience… Excellent!  Actors should constantly train to keep their craft sharp at all times.  Kudos to you for taking the summer to deepen your skillset. Whether it is with us at Actors Connection or another NYC Acting School, we applaud your decision.

Networking at New York Summer Acting School and Drama Camps

Acting Seminars New YorkYou are not only choosing to attend a summer drama camp to learn, but to network as well. This will help grow your career. Create attractive business cards and keep them with you at all times. Hand them to everyone you meet and invite them to connect with you via email or social media. Building an acting career is all about making those important connections, and an acting camp is a great place to start.

Remember to Have Fun and Play

You’re there to learn, but if you are passionate about acting you should be enjoying yourself too.  Attending a theater camp during the summer is a great way to bring back that sense of play you had as a child. Break out of your shell and contribute to the group. Be in the moment and enjoy the entire process.

Let the Actors Connection be part of your Journey

We at the Actors Connection offer an abundance of New York Summer Acting School Classes and Seminars, as well as Free Consultations for actors of all types of actors at various points in their career. In addition to Online Zoom Acting Classes, we also have locations in New York, LA, and Atlanta.

Some of the best memories of your life can be made during the summer, enjoy the experience. Image by @sotti

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The Role of the Acting Coach

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Even Serious Actors Need Professional Drama Advice

Being an actor isn’t easy, which is why many choose to work with a seasoned acting coach who can give them pointers with a critical eye. He or she serves as the audience, or can take the place as a casting director and tell you exactly what you’re missing before you do the audition. The drama guide can tell you when you are not articulating properly or when you overact. He or she can help you hone the character to make it more real.

Even serious, trained actors can stumble over getting the emotions right on a complex character, so the drama coach can help give them some outside perspective so they can really get into the character. Some are hired by production companies and even work with lead actors, while some help non-professional actors discover their inner stage presence. They help solve the technical issues of acting to bring out the best in the performer. As such, they tend to earn good money, especially if they are working for professional theater productions.

Finding a Comfortable Acting Coach

Make sure you work with someone you are comfortable with, who understands the role you are trying to play. A good rule of thumb is to choose someone who has already been where you want to go. Check out their bio to see if they’ve already mastered the role you’re trying to learn.

Contact the Actors Connection to help you find your Coach! 

 

Check out our List of Acting Classes in New York City

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Actors Connection Class Curriculum: Something for Everyone.

When it comes to the list of acting classes you can take at our New York City school, the selection runs the entire gamut. We feature commercial and print acting classes, as well as classes for film, children’s acting classes and classes designed specifically for teenagers. We also teach classes for television acting and theater. Another possibility is voice overs.

Scan our selection of theater classes available, and you’re bound to find one that fits your interest and schedule. Some are single day sessions so you can take one on the fly just to expand your horizons. We feature not only introductory classes, but also intensive sessions on how to dazzle your next audition. We offer classes for both the beginner and the seasoned actor. We teach how to do a pilot for a TV series, or even how to ace an audition for a horror film. Get your best scream ready.

Our List of Acting Classes in New York City Includes Variety

Whether you are interested in improv, meeting with casting directors, or voice over work or commercials, Actors Connection in NYC has you covered. Our instructors always work to bring you the most challenging work available in the acting community, and even offer online lessons for those not in the NYC or LA areas. Not everyone can offer such an astounding plethora of acting opportunities, but we can!

Our Selection of Theater Classes is Always Changing.

Be sure to periodically review the list of available acting lessons, as they change all the time. If you miss one session or it doesn’t fit your schedule, we’ll likely offer it later in the year. We’re always offering new classes as well. We try to feature a wide selection in order to expand your experience.

Check out our List of Acting Classes in NYC Today!

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Choosing Affordable Acting Schools in New York

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Affordable Acting Schools in New York

Acting classes aren’t cheap, but you can find affordable acting schools in New York that offer quality. It’s a good way to test the acting waters and see if acting is for you. You can take a class here or there to try it on for size without plunking down too much investment. Classes can be only as long as a few sessions, so you can give your inner talent a try without committing your whole life.

man standing at micAudit Cheap Acting Classes for Free

A great way to see if a low cost theater class is for you is to see if you can audit the class and attend a few sessions for free. Many schools allow you to sit in the back and experience the class before you commit yourself. This enables you to see if the environment makes for a good fit.

Enroll Part-Time to Keep Down the Costs of Your Drama Education

Another way to make drama school more affordable is to only take a few classes at a time. This allows you to work in the theater sessions around your work schedule, so you don’t have to drop your life to give theater a try. It’s also good practice. You will likely need to hold down a day job as you pursue acting, and part-time enrollment allows you to continue to work while you continue to act. It’s a necessary balancing act.

Actors Connection Serves Atlanta and LA Also!

While we’re proud of our history in New York City, and also offer a wide variety of online acting classes to students all over the world, we also act as an affordable acting school in Atlanta Georgia, as well as Los Angeles California.

Check out or class list and compare prices and you will find us an affordable acting school!

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A Brief Check List for Choosing New York Acting Schools

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What to Look for in Affordable Professional New York Acting Schools

New York acting schools come in all shapes and sizes, and choosing the right one can too often feel like a blind date. Above all, however, listen to your gut. Acting is a personal craft and everyone needs to find the training ground that feels like the best fit for them. Here are a few things to consider that will make the choice easier.

New York Acting SchoolsStudy the Bios of the Theater Program’s Instructors

It is critical to study under educators who know the trade, know how to help you audition and get gigs. Look for real experience that goes beyond community productions.

Is the Drama Department Accredited?

If the theater program is reputable, it should carry some kind of accreditation from a third party, which conveniently means you can get student financial aid to help with the cost. Also, look up the school’s ranking and what kind of roles alumni have been able to land after graduating. Also, does the school offer online acting classes with Zoom?

In addition to learning how to act, a good drama department will also help you find the connections that will prove key to launching your career. Do they work with professional agents or other talent scouts? It’s about who you know, and those connections begin with your education.