Teen Comedy Essentials

Develop Characters & Break Down Scripts Like the Pros!

Lauren will teach you world class script analysis that lays the foundation for outstanding auditions. Writers and producers hire actors, not casting directors. When you understand scripts the way writers intended, you’ll start booking. The confidence and certainty you gain from our highly efficient approach to the work makes acting and auditioning fun. You’ll never submit an audition with doubts about the material again!

Should you start here? Probably! Teen Comedy Essentials is exactly the right place for new actors to start but also challenges those with moderate training.

In Addition, You’ll Learn:

➥ Our iCAMERA method of Comedic Script Analysis

➥ Introduction to the The Heroes of Comedy

➥  Cold Reading Technique

➥  The difference between co-star, guest-star, recurring and series regular roles

➥  How to nail auditions for Disney, Nickelodeon, Freeform, Amazon and More!

Classes are conducted joyfully and efficiently through Zoom.

Saturdays 

12:00 pm – 2:00 pm PDT

Next Session: January 20 – February 24

6 Classes: $240

All you need is your imagination, your energy, and a way to use ZOOM, our preferred portal for online classes.

ACS Co-founder, Lauren Bertoni

When she is not coaching actors, Lauren works on set as a Studio Teacher. A Studio Teacher/Welfare Worker is a specialized teacher who educates and protects the welfare of minors while they are working in the Entertainment Industry. Some of her recent credits include; Annie Live!, Goodnight Mommy, Head of the Class, OK Boomer, This is Us, Never Have I Ever, Dear White People, Diary of a Future President, The Big Show Show, American Housewife, Sydney to the Max, Grown-ish and World of Dance.

 

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Is there a prerequisite for this class?

No. This is the starting point for learning to act for television comedy.

Advanced and working actors are welcome to begin in Teen Audition Code or Pro Workout depending on experience and instructor approval. Please contact our studio for more information.

What age group is this class for?

Teen Comedy Essentials is for students ages 11-18. Students under age 11 may be approved to join class pending instructor approval. Please contact [email protected] before enrolling a student under age 11.

I have zero experience. Will I be okay?

Yes! Our program is built to accommodate young actors learning from scratch and experienced actors who want our specialized training in television comedy.

What is the class size?

Each online class section is limited to a maximum of 14 students.

How often does Comedy Essentials meet?

Once a week, online, for six consecutive weeks.

What if I miss a class?

You can email your instructor at [email protected] for notes and any materials handed out in class. This 6-week course does not have a make-up option.

How do I sign up for a course?

For Teen Comedy Essentials, you can register online and pay for the course using a credit card or debit card. Please tell us the NAME and AGE of the student in the “Notes” section during checkout.

Can I check out the class before signing up?

In order to maintain class integrity and privacy for minors, we do not allow auditing. If you would like to talk with a faculty member, you can email us at [email protected] or call 323-302-9152.

I still have questions, is there someone I can talk to?

Yes! You can email [email protected] or call us at 323-302-9152.

Teen Comedy Essentials is a comprehensive, 6-week course and prerequisite to our ongoing classes for Teens. This is the starting point for learning to act for television comedy.

Advanced and working actors are welcome to begin in Teen Audition Code or Pro Workout, depending on experience and instructor approval. Please contact our studio for more information.

Next Session: January 20 – February 24

$240 (6 Classes)

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