Train with Working Industry Professionals Small classes (8–12 actors). Craft-focused play + real tools for auditions, rehearsals, performances. New to LACAE? Choose Your Path: Build Your Craft → Scene study, on-camera, foundational training Explore + Create → Improv, writing, process-driven breakthroughs Career Intensives → Advanced work to accelerate your momentum Early registration saves you money — workshops fill fast (8–12 spots). Flexible payment plans available. Practical Training That Moves the Needle Industry instructors with TV/film/theatre credits Immediate outcomes: Materials, feedback, breakthroughs you use tomorrow Actor-friendly schedule: Weeknights, weekends around auditions/gigs LACAE ecosystem: Pathway to ACT III certificate program + live performance opportunities North Hollywood campus: Pro lighting/sound, free parking, creative community All ages + levels welcome: Beginner to professional — flexible for actors at every stage
Acting Workshops & Intensives in Los Angeles
Train with Working Industry Professionals
Small classes (8–12 actors). Craft-focused play + real tools for auditions, rehearsals, performances.
New to LACAE? Choose Your Path:
Build Your Craft → Scene study, on-camera, foundational training
Explore + Create → Improv, writing, process-driven breakthroughs
Career Intensives → Advanced work to accelerate your momentum
Early registration saves you money — workshops fill fast (8–12 spots). Flexible payment plans available.
[Performer’s Monthly Pass — $250/mo Unlimited] [Browse All Classes]
Practical Training That Moves the Needle
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Immediate outcomes: Materials, feedback, breakthroughs you use tomorrow
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Actor-friendly schedule: Weeknights, weekends around auditions/gigs
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LACAE ecosystem: Pathway to ACT III certificate program + live performance opportunities
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North Hollywood campus: Pro lighting/sound, free parking, creative community
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All ages + levels welcome: Beginner to professional — flexible for actors at every stage
“Communication is key and this group of inspiring instructors go above and beyond to bring out the best in their students.”
-Tanya M.
“You’ll be hard pressed to find a more cohesive and driven family of teachers/mentors/artists/creators/innovators in one school.”
~Leigh Bryce Hayes
“Such a great improv workshop with an amazing teacher! It was so fun to play with a supportive and creative group of people.”
— Jennifer Sullivan
Build Your Craft: Practical Hands-On Training
Bridge the gap between Sitcom Technique and Vulnerability with Industry Pro Madylin Sweeten
Starts May 5
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Master instinct and emotional prep in this one-day intensive with 30-year pro Jana Lee Hamblin.
Starts May 30
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Master vocal power and texture with elite industry coach Rob Hahn (Rose Byrne, Brendan Gleeson).
Starts May 7
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Explore and Create: Try Something New. Create. Get Out Of Your Head!
Improv Your Spirit, Improve Your Life: A Masterclass in Intuition and Creative Freedom.
Starts Apr 30
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Your Story, Your Stage. The Roadmap to Creating and Launching Your One-Person Show.
Starts May 6
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Go from "the funny friend" to "the hilarious comic". Build your 5-minute set and crush your debut!
Starts Jun 3
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Performer's Monthly Pass
250
Every month
The Performer Pass allows unlimited enrollment in workshops that start within a single 30-day window (e.g., Jan 10–Feb 8). Enrollment applies to the full workshop.
Valid until canceled
Unlimited Workshops Every Month!
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10% off private coaching sessions
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About Our Youth Intensives
For Young Actors Serious About the Performing Arts
Our Youth Intensive Series is a conservatory-style training program designed for teens who are ready to train like professionals. Each six-week series offers three core classes—acting, musical theater, and improv—taught by industry professionals in a supportive, high-level environment. Students can register for one, two, or all three classes per series.
Students may enroll in a single series or take the full journey across all four. Discounts are available for multi-series enrollment.
2026 Youth Intensive Series Schedule
Series One:
Foundations of Performance
Starts January 17th
Series Two:
Strengthening Performance Skills
Starts March 7th
(No class Easter weekend)
Series Three:
Performance Mastery
Starts September 12th
Series Four:
Industry & Audition Prep
Starts October 31st
(No class Thanksgiving weekend)
Each session concludes with a live showcase for family and friends, giving students the chance to apply their training in a celebratory, performance-based
environment. Learn more by visiting our FAQ page or reaching out!