MONDAY NIGHT ACTING CLASSES IN NYC
BEGINNER / INTERMEDIATE ACTING TRAINING FOR FILM, TELEVISION, AND THEATER
ActorClass offers a focused Monday night acting class for new and growing actors who want serious training in a supportive, hands-on environment. Work on personalized scenes, rotate partners every three weeks, receive direct feedback, and get performance time in every class.
- 3 week rotations
- Every 3 weeks you are paired with a new scene and a new partner
- Unlike other acting studios, at ActorClass you will receive hands-on experience and performance time during every class!
- Scenes are cast and personalized for you and your scene partner. Your scene partner is depending on you! If you have to miss a day of class, please email before registering.
- Please understand ActorClass is filled with extremely passionate and driven actors. Whether you have 0 experience or are a working actor, the only requirement for ActorClass is hard work.
- Class is led by our founder David Epstein. Please see the About Us page for more info on David’s experience and career. David has built up A-list celebrities in film, television and theatre. You are in good hands with us!
- Class is located in Times Square (48th and Broadway at OpenJar Studios)
- Class is from 6:30-10pm.
- ActorClass has an extremely welcoming community filled with like-minded artists! Get ready to meet lifelong friends and colleagues.
- Monday’s are for new actors and Tuesday’s are for long-term students. If you have a schedule conflict please email info@actorclass.com.
A MONDAY NIGHT CLASS BUILT FOR NEW AND GROWING ACTORS
Train in a focused NYC acting class built around scene work, feedback, and real performance time.
Every three weeks, students are paired with a new scene partner and assigned personalized material. You’ll receive hands-on coaching, practical feedback, and the opportunity to perform in every class as you build confidence, discipline, and stronger acting choices.
How the Class Works
A focused 3-week rotation built around scene work, partnership, and performance.
Every 3 weeks, students are paired with a new scene partner and assigned a new personalized scene. You rehearse, perform, receive direct feedback, and continue building practical acting skills in every class.
01. New Scene
Fresh material is selected and personalized for each 3-week class rotation.
02. Scene Partner
Work opposite a new scene partner and build real connection through the scene.
03. Performance Time
Receive hands-on coaching and performance time during every class.
What You’ll Work On
ActorClass is built around practical scene work that helps beginner and intermediate actors become more specific, confident, and prepared.
You’ll work on the skills that matter in auditions, rehearsals, and performance: script clarity, active listening, adjustment, connection, and trust in your choices.
Script Understanding
Break down the scene, understand the circumstances, and know what you’re playing.
Listening & Connection
Stay present with your partner and respond truthfully in the moment.
Direction & Adjustment
Learn how to take notes, make changes, and apply feedback quickly.
Confidence in the Work
Build trust in your preparation, your instincts, and your acting choices.
Practical training.
Clear feedback.
Real scene work.
No empty exercises. No confusing jargon. Just focused acting training built around scenes, preparation, and performance.
BUILT FOR NEW AND GROWING ACTORS WHO WANT TO WORK.
Why Actors Choose ActorClass
ActorClass keeps the work practical, direct, and focused on what actors actually need: scene work, clear feedback, and tools they can use in auditions, rehearsals, and professional settings.
No Empty Exercises
Training stays connected to script work, preparation, and performance.
Direct Feedback
Get clear notes that help you adjust, sharpen, and keep working.
Serious Community
Work around actors who show up prepared and ready to grow.
MONDAY NIGHT CLASS DETAILS
Train in person with ActorClass in New York City. This section gives new students the key details before requesting a free audit or enrolling.
Schedule
Monday nights, 7–10 PM
Location
Times Square / Open Jar Studios
48th and Broadway
Class Format
3-week rotations with personalized scene work, new partners, feedback, and in-class performance
Best For
Beginner and intermediate actors who want focused, hands-on training
Instructor
David L. Epstein, Founder of ActorClass
Meet Your Instructor
David L. Epstein · Founder & Teaching Artist
ActorClass is led by founder and teaching artist David L. Epstein, whose work spans acting, directing, writing, and producing.
His teaching is practical, direct, and grounded in what actors need in the room: preparation, script understanding, emotional truth, and the ability to adjust under direction.
Since 2001
Training actors in NYC / LA and around the world
NYU Tisch Alum
SAG-AFTRA / AEA
Actor · Director · Writer
Professional experience on both sides of the room
READY TO TRAIN ON MONDAY NIGHTS?
Join ActorClass for beginner/intermediate, in-person acting training built around scene work, partner rotation, clear feedback, and real performance time.
Have questions? Reach out to us at info@actorclass.com