Rigorous Training.
No Compromises.
Who We Are
Studio Acting Conservatory is the premier training institution for actors and directors in Washington, DC.
For the past 50 years, we have provided rigorous, professional training in realism, classics, styles, and directing to over 12,000 actors and directors. We are extremely proud of our alumni, many of whom have gone on to careers in theatre, film, and television.
What we do
At Studio Acting Conservatory, we provide a place for students of every age and background to learn and train, with gritty, intense, rigorous work. Our acting curriculum is grounded in realism – the necessary bedrock for all actors – with the study of realistic playing and characterization, classical technique, and a range of styles, supplemented by essential classes focusing on the voice and body. The work we do encourages discovery and ignites the imagination, and the three-year curriculum, flexible structure, and affordable tuition provides a unique pipeline for serious artists outside graduate degree programs.
Where do I start?
Beginning acting students are required to take either Actor’s Process or Principles of Realism. Call us or submit an inquiry for placement.
Conservatory Classes
The Conservatory curriculum is structured into three years of study: Realism, Classics, and Styles. All students begin their training in Realism, taking either Actor’s Process or Principles of Realism
Workshops
Explore our weekend workshops for a short introduction to an area of interest
Young Actors Program
Play theatre games, create improvisations, learn monologues and scenes from some of the greatest scripts in literature!
See our full class schedule
“With its creative community and inspiring mentorship, Studio Acting Conservatory offers the protection and safe space necessary for artists to feel free to experiment, to take risks.”
Federica Cellini
