New! In Person: THEATER INTENSIVE with Jeffrey Dreisbach, Casting Director / Partner, McCorkle Casting

Thursday, August 6, 2026, 7pm ET / 4pm PT

Jeffery casts with his wife and casting partner, Pat McCorkle, for Broadway, Off-Broadway, regional theater as well as film and TV.

Together, they have cast for over 100 Broadway and Off-Broadway shows as well as numerous Regional Theatre seasons including: Guthrie Theatre, Barrington Stage Company, Baltimore Center Stage, Pittsburgh Public Theatre, Contemporary American Theatre Festival, George Street Theatre, St. Louis Repertory Theatre, Theatreworks Hartford, and Connecticut Repertory Theatre.

Broadway: Over 50 productions including Amazing Grace, On The Town, End of the Rainbow, The Lieutenant Of Inishmore, The Glass Menagerie, Cat On A Hot Tin Roof, One Flew Over The Cuckoo's Nest, Amadeus, She Loves Me, Blood Brothers, and A Few Good Men.

Off Broadway: Over 60 original productions including Clever Little Lies, Becoming Dr. Ruth, Tribes, Our Town, Falling, Toxic Avenger, Freud's Last Session, Almost Maine, Killer Joe, and Driving Miss Daisy

Intensive Overview:

Jeffrey will have received your headshots ahead of time and "cast" each actor in a theater scene, which you will be sent via email 1-2 days in advance.

The night will start off with a Q&A, and then you will read your sides with a reader. He will begin working with each actor in a group format. Be prepared for awesome feedback and training that will impact your auditions immediately.

Jeffrey is always interested in meeting new talent - all types - all ethnicities -all ages (18+).

Please note that this in person class will be at:

Pearl Studios NYC
500 8th Avenue, 3rd, 4th and 12th floors

You will be emailed your assigned studio the morning of your event.

What to Prepare:

Jeffrey will have received your headshots ahead of time and "cast" each actor in a theater scene, which you will be sent via email 1-2 days in advance.

IN ADDITION: Please bring TWO HARD COPIES of your scene - one highlighted FOR THE READER

Payment:
Payment is due at the time of registration.
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Pay in 4, interest free payments. (free when you pay on-time)

Please follow the procedures listed below:

• Please update your headshot and fill out the MY INFO section of your AC account upon registration.

• Arrive at least 10 MINUTES before your event is slated to start. Your host will give important information about the event at this time.

**No recording of any kind is permitted by participants during class.**

**Please keep in mind that all programs at Actors Connection are for educational and professional development purposes. Participating in any class or event is not a promise of employment.**

Jeffrey Dreisbach

Jeffrey Dreisbach, a seasoned Casting Director and esteemed partner at McCorkle Casting, Ltd., possesses a keen eye for identifying talent in emerging actors.

His remarkable abilities have played a pivotal role in the success of the casting company, responsible for over 100 Broadway and Off-Broadway productions, 65 feature films, and numerous television shows.

Prior to transitioning to casting, Jeff enjoyed a prolific two-decade-long career as an actor, showcasing his versatility in theatre, film, television, commercials, and voiceovers. Notably, he made his mark on Broadway with an impressive 500 performances as Lt. Kendrick in Aaron Sorkin's production of "A Few Good Men." His film credits include roles in "Splash," "Die Hard 3," and "The Thomas Crowne Affair," and he also portrayed Norman Van Buren in the NBC soap opera "Another World."

Drawing from his extensive experience on both sides of the audition process, Jeff now dedicates his expertise to helping actors navigate and advance their careers. His passion lies in assisting actors finding their confidence with auditions. He addresses technical challenges, acting choices, and reshapes the actors' perspectives on the audition process. Current offerings at Actors Connection include "Self-tape Workshops" and "Stage to Screen" classes.

Jeffrey Dreisbach extends his influence beyond workshops by hosting the popular podcast "Casting Actors Cast," boasting over 100,000 downloads. Additionally, his workbook/manual, "Conversation Pieces Out of the Studio," designed to guide actors to success in voiceovers, is a required reading in Acting BFA and MFA programs nationwide.

As an influential figure in the industry, Jeff continues to inspire and guide actors through his workshops, podcast, and educational lectures, offering you valuable insights into the world of auditions and career development.