Middle School Classes

Schedule: 9 Mondays: Sept 8, 15, 22, 29, Oct 6, (No Oct 13), 20, 27, Nov 3 & 10 from 4:30–5:30 p.m. at 30 Grant Ave
Please note that while we will hold classes on Diwali (October 20), we will accommodate absences.
Tuition: $225

In this technique-focused workshop, students will practice learning and generating movement sequences and phrases using Broadway show tunes. Objectives of the class include practicing character embodiment, experiencing integrated choreography with singing and storytelling, and improving and gaining confidence in movement/dance abilities. Students are not expected to sing and beginning movers are welcome! Classes will meet once a week for 9 weeks (no class on Monday, October 13). Students will have 60 minutes of training per week in-person at our 30 Grant Ave Studios in San Francisco. This course will culminate in a group showing “open class” during the final hour of the final day (November 10) to present material rehearsed in class.

High School students who are interested in joining should email youngconservatory@act-sf.org.

MS Musical Theater: Dance Workshop is for you if:

• You’re new to dance and would like to explore some fundamental movement vocabulary in a fun atmosphere and/or
• You’ve taken musical theater or singing and would like to explore this third part of the “triple threat” skill set and/or
• You’re curious and ready for a physical theater experience that also allows you to play with character and acting

Schedule: 9 Mondays: Sept 8, 15, 22, 29, Oct 6, (No Oct 13), 20, 27, Nov 3 & 10 from 4:30–5:30 p.m. at 30 Grant Ave
Please note that while we will hold classes on Diwali (October 20), we will accommodate absences.
Tuition: $285

Dive into scenes with complex characters and layered text from iconic plays in MS Acting: Scene Study. In this workshop, students will engage deeply with acting techniques introduced in previous acting classes in order to build believable characters, analyze text, and respond truthfully to circumstances, scene partners and language. Classes will meet once a week for 9 weeks (no class on Monday, October 13).  Students will have 90 minutes of training per week in-person at our 30 Grant Ave Studios in San Francisco. Coursework may include monologues, scenes and/or devised performance. Students are expected to attend all sessions and may expect to spend a little prep or rehearsal time outside of class for the best experience. This course will culminate in a group showing “open class” for friends and family during the final hour of the final day (November 10) to present material rehearsed in class.

MS Acting: Scene Study is for you if:

• You’re interested serious acting study and are ready to dive deeper into character creation and scene work and/or
• You’ve taken some acting classes before and want to sharpen your skills and/or
• You’re interested in pursuing acting in high school

Schedule: 10 Wednesdays: Sept 10, 17, 24, Oct 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, Nov 5 & 12 from 4:30 p.m.–6 p.m. at 30 Grant Ave
Tuition: $345

Discover the power of William’s words through stage combat! In this 10-week course, students will focus on Shakespeare’s greatest fight scenes: think Tybalt vs. Mercutio, Macbeth vs. Macduff, Helena vs. Hermia! Whether comedic or dramatic, these young artists will take a deep dive into text, learning techniques for decoding complex language and investing fully in rich characterization. With an emphasis on safety, technique, and storytelling, hand-to-hand stage combat basics will be woven into the scene work to create compelling and physically dynamic performances. Classes will meet once a week for 10 weeks. Students will have 90 minutes of training per week in-person at our 30 Grant Ave Studios in San Francisco. Students are expected to attend all sessions and there may be some assignments and memorization between classes. This intensive will culminate in a group showing “open class” on the final hour of the final day (November 12) to present material rehearsed in class.

Limited to 12 students.

MS Acting: Stage Combat and Shakespeare is for you if:

• You are interested in the world of stage combat and/or
• You want to explore Shakespeare and/or
• You’re excited to learn new skills with peers in a fun and rigorous atmosphere

Schedule: 10 Thursdays: Sept 11, 18, 25, October 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, Nov 6 & 13 from 4:30 p.m.–6 p.m. at 30 Grant Ave
Please note that while we will hold classes on Yom Kippur (October 2), we will accommodate absences.
Tuition: $315

Gain confidence and expand your acting knowledge with MS Acting: The Actor’s Toolbox! This fundamental course for young actors is designed to give students foundational knowledge of acting principles as applied to improvisation, monologue and scene performance, and on-screen acting. Students of all levels of experience are welcome, and this class can be repeated. Classes will meet once a week for 10 weeks. Students will have 90 minutes of training per week in-person at our 30 Grant Ave Studios in San Francisco. Students are expected to attend all sessions and may expect to spend a little prep or rehearsal time outside of class for the best experience. This course will culminate in a group showing “open class” for friends and family during the final hour of the final day (November 13) to present material rehearsed in class.

MS Acting: The Actor’s Toolbox is for you if:

• You’ve never studied acting before and want a fun and easy-going opportunity to explore it and/or
• You’ve taken some acting classes before and want to sharpen your skills and/or
• You’d like to meet new friends who share your excitement for theater!

Schedule: 10 Saturdays: Sept 13, 20, 27, Oct 4, 11, 18, 25, Nov 1, 8 & 15 from 10 a.m.–12 p.m. at 30 Grant Ave
Tuition: $425

Dive into the world of musical theater performance with the YC’s foundational Musical Theater class. Under the guidance of a lead instructor and live accompanist, actors will explore basics of singing technique, dance fundamentals, stage acting, and song performance. Students of all levels of experience are welcome, and this course may be repeated. Classes will meet once a week for 10 weeks. Students will have 2 hours of training per week in-person at our 30 Grant Ave Studios in San Francisco. Students are expected to attend all sessions and may expect to spend a little prep or rehearsal time outside of class for the best experience. This course will culminate in a group showing “open class” for friends and family during the final hour of the final day (November 15) to present material (a combination of solo cuts, duets and/or group songs) rehearsed in class.

MS Musical Theater is for you if:

• You’ve had some musical theater training but would like to deepen your skill set and/or
• You’ve taken some acting classes before and want to try out a new area of performance and/or
• You want to explore musical theater dance in a fun environment

Schedule: 10 Saturdays: Sept 13, 20, 27, Oct 4, 11, 18, 25, Nov 1, 8 & 15 from 10 a.m.–12 p.m. at 30 Grant Ave
Tuition: $425

Interested in acting in film and television? Now’s your chance to get in front of the camera! Students of all levels of experience are welcome, and this course may be repeated. Guided by an on-camera specialist, actors will explore acting techniques, learn about the film and television industry, and gain confidence being in front of the camera. Classes will meet once a week for 10 weeks. Students will have 2 hours of training per week in-person at our 30 Grant Ave Studios in San Francisco. Students are expected to attend all sessions and participate fully in all games and exercises and should expect to spend some prep or rehearsal time outside of class. This course will culminate in a group showing “open class” during the final hour of the final day (November 15) to present material rehearsed in class. 

Limited to 12 students.

MS On-Camera Acting is for you if:

• You’ve taken some acting classes and are curious about the differences between stage and on-camera techniques and/or
• You’d like to learn more about the film, television, and commercial acting industry and/or
• You’ve had experience in theater and are looking for a new acting medium

Schedule: 10 Saturdays: Sept 13, 20, 27, Oct 4, 11, 18, 25, Nov 1, 8 & 15 from 1–3 p.m. at 30 Grant Ave
Tuition: $395

This foundational class is designed to let the students’ imaginations run wild while exploring a variety of approaches to enhance the physical life of a character. Expect lots of physical and imaginative play inspired by mime, clowning, masks, and physical improvisation that help young actors develop a playful spirit and freedom on stage, important qualities for all actors. Classes will meet once a week for 10 weeks. Students will have 2 hours of training per week in-person at our 30 Grant Ave Studios in San Francisco. Students are expected to attend all sessions and may expect to spend a little prep or rehearsal time outside of class for the best experience. This course will culminate in a group showing “open class” for friends and family during the final hour of the final day (November 15) to present material rehearsed in class.

JR Acting: Improvisation & Physical Character is for you if:

• You’ve taken some acting before and want to want to explore more physical theater and/or
• You want to develop your courage and flexibility onstage and off and/or
• You’d like to discover/uncover your comedic instincts and laugh a lot