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ACT III:

THRIVE

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Why ACT III is the right part for you...

ACT III: Professional Acting Certificate

in Los Angeles

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ACT III is a one-year professional acting certificate in Los Angeles for artists ready to turn training into a real career in film, television, theater, and digital media.

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This conservatory-style program combines professional acting training, creative production, and career development so you can sharpen your craft while building the materials and skills needed to work in today’s industry.

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Unlike traditional multi-year conservatories, ACT III is built as a focused one-year experience. Students train like working actors, create original work, and develop the strategy needed to navigate the entertainment industry.

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The program is structured to support actors who are actively pursuing opportunities. Class schedules allow students to audition, collaborate on outside projects, and begin building a professional presence while they train.

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ACT III was developed through a collaboration between the Los Angeles Performing Arts Conservatory (LAPAC) and the Los Angeles Community of Acting & Entertainment (LACAE). Students enroll through LAPAC, gaining access to its Hollywood campus, professional equipment, and 20+ years of conservatory training experience. Through LACAE, students participate in ACT III’s creative workshops, industry programming, and performances in an active Los Angeles theater environment.

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Actors graduate with professional portfolio materials, industry experience, and the confidence to move forward in their careers.

To begin the process, submit an application through LAPAC. A member of our team will follow up to schedule your audition and discuss next steps.

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Auditions and applications may be completed concurrently.

Come train where the industry lives. This one-year professional acting certificate in Los Angeles, created in collaboration with LAPAC, is designed for artists ready to build real careers in film, TV, theater, and digital media.
Apply Today

Take the first step toward the career you've come to Los Angeles to build.

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Auditions for the ACT III Professional Acting Certificate are held on a rolling basis with both virtual and in-person options available.

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Fill out an application and a member of our team will contact you for an interview and audition.

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What are you waiting for? Your future starts now.

*Late applicants will be reviewed based on available space.

Now Enrolling For Spring! 

*Late applicants will be reviewed on a rolling basis

Welcome to the

Future of Performing
Arts Education

Tranforming arts training with a groundbreaking program.

One-Year Certificate, Lifetime Impact.

In just 12 months, you’ll build a powerful portfolio, sharpen your craft, and step into the industry with confidence.

Train with (actual) industry insiders.

Our faculty are actively working actors, directors, and producers—no outdated theory here. This is real training for the real world.

Perform. Write. Produce. Repeat.

We train you as a multi-hyphenate: actor, creator, storyteller, entrepreneur.

You’re in LA.

Act like it!

You’re working and creating inside the entertainment capital of the world. This isn’t acting school in a bubble.

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ACT III Overview

ACT III is designed to prepare actors, writers, and content creators for careers in film, television, theater, and digital media. The program includes:

Acting Technique &
Scene Study

Learn advanced on-camera and stage performance in Los Angeles rooted in classical and contemporary methods.

Career Strategy for
Actors & Creators

Build your industry toolkit: headshots, resumes, reels, pitch decks, self-tapes, and more for professional acting careers.

Screenwriting &
Story Development

Craft compelling original work while understanding how story drives professional performance.

Producing &
Content Creation

Develop entrepreneurial skills to generate your own acting and content opportunities and projects.

Portfolio Development

Students graduate with a professional acting portfolio in Los Angeles, that includes:

  • On-camera scene work for film, TV, and digital media

  • Professional reels and voice-over clips

  • Short-form digital content for modern media platforms

  • Original work for TV, film and 

Mentorship & Industry Access

  • Receive one-on-one and group mentorship with professional acting instructors and working industry artists.

  • Learn directly from guest actors, writers, directors, and industry professionals through workshops and personalized feedback.

Career Workshops & Business Training

Unlike traditional conservatory programs, ACT III includes career-focused acting workshops in Los Angeles, covering:

  • Personal branding and marketing for actors

  • How to stand out to talent agents and managers

  • Understanding the business side of the entertainment industry

  • Union navigation and legal essentials

Showcase & Industry Intros

The program culminates in a live and digital showcase in Los Angeles, attended by film, TV, and theater industry professionals. Students graduate with career-ready assets and real industry exposure to advance their professional acting careers.

What Makes ACT III A Career Accelerator?

Structured around five pillars of professional acting and creative career launch, ACT III ensures that students receive comprehensive training while building real-world career momentum in Los Angeles.

Four Comprehensive Areas of Focus

​There will be an Industry Professional Masterclass or Workshop as well as three one-on-one mentoring sessions in every quarter.

Film

Topics include Pathology Key, On-Camera Dynamics, Business of Producing, and Film Script Analysis. Culminates with a short film festival featuring work created by students. 

Television 

Topics include Booking the Commercial, Acting For Television Genres, Writing Your Pilot, and Voice-Over Technique.  Culminates with a screening of recorded Television scenes featuring the students.  

Digital Media + Content Creation

Topics include Stand Up Comedy, Launching Your Career, and Digital Content Creation. Culminates in a professional showcase for an invited audience of industry professionals.

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Theatre

Topics include Advanced Acting Techniques, Rehearsal, and the Character Key. Culminates in a live theatre performance

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Proven Success

"It’s such a great community to meet people who are really passionate about acting and filmmaking and they offer a great variety of classes to specialize in whatever direction you want, whether it’s film production, voice technique, movement or just different acting methods. It’s like getting a master’s degree in acting. Has a very warm and welcoming feeling to it, it’s like a second home."

Maria Sole Quintili

ACT III Student

“Sink or swim! You’re in a supportive environment where you learn by doing. Short films, writing your own pilot, voice over…it’s a great place to be."

Evyn Arreguin

ACT III Student

“Some of the greatest mentors of my lifetime. They know how humans operate, which sounds so simple to anyone who doesn’t do this profession, but it’s a crucial gift that they will help you understand and hone in on.“

Noah Ditmer

Acting Student

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