weekly
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Intro to Acting: Scene Work & Performance With an Award-Winning Actor
Completed by 47 learners
Ages 13-18
Live Group Class
Live video meetings
1x per week, 4 weeks
4-6 learners per class
50 min
What's included
4 live meetings
3 hrs 20 mins in-class hoursMastery Evaluation
1 hour per week. Individual feedback will be given upon request.Class Experience
US Grade 8 - 11
Beginner - Advanced Level
🎭 Class Experience In this 4-week live class, we will take your acting skills to the next level! You’ll work with an award-winning actor in a fun, supportive environment focused on real techniques used in professional auditions, stage work, and character development. Whether you’re new to acting or already love being on stage, this class offers a space to grow, connect, and explore your creativity. You’ll meet other young performers (or work independently if preferred), participate in guided scene work, and receive direct coaching to improve your performance. 🗓️ What We Will ll Cover Week by Week: Week 1 – What Makes an Actor? Scene Role-play & Foundations Week 2 – Auditions: How to Find Them & Book the Role + Storytelling Through Scene Work Week 3 – Building a Character: Motivation, Subtext, and Emotional Depth Week 4 – The Daily Actor: Scenes, Industry Tips, and Live Q&A 💬 Participation is key in acting classes. Learners are expected to have their cameras on to engage with scene partners and receive feedback. 👥 Class Format Minimum of 2 learners is required to start the course. If not met, the class may be rescheduled and families will be notified. 📌 Makeup classes are not available for group sessions. Please do your best to attend live to stay on track.
Learning Goals
Students will improve performance skills through scene work, character development, and audition prep, while gaining confidence, expressive range, and a deeper understanding of acting techniques used in both theater and on-camera performance.
Students will strengthen communication and storytelling skills, develop creative thinking through character choices, and learn to give and receive feedback in a collaborative setting while building confidence in their unique performer voice.
Syllabus
4 Lessons
over 4 WeeksLesson 1:
Introduction to Acting: Scene Role-play, Foundations, and Performance Basics
Learners will begin by exploring the core elements of acting, focusing on the actor’s role in a scene. They will engage in scene role-play, where they will practice breaking down a script, understanding character motivations, and applying improvisation techniques. This session emphasizes developing a strong foundation for acting by building confidence in performance and learning how to connect to the material, as well as to scene partners, through creative choices.
50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Auditions: How to Find Them, Book the Role, and Storytelling Through Scene Work
Learners will focus on the audition process, learning how to find auditions, prepare a strong audition piece, and present it with confidence. They will explore storytelling through scene work, breaking down scripts and making creative choices to connect emotionally with the material. The session will cover techniques to help learners stand out in auditions and develop a strong, memorable performance.
50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Building a Character: Motivation, Subtext, and Emotional Depth
Learners will focus on building a fully realized character by exploring motivation, subtext, and emotional depth. They will practice identifying the underlying needs and desires of their characters, discovering how these elements shape performance. Through scene work, learners will apply techniques to add emotional layers and depth to their characters, learning how to bring authenticity to every performance.
50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
The Daily Actor: Scenes, Industry Tips, and Live Q&A
Learners will apply all their skills in final scene work, receiving guidance to refine their performances. This session will also cover industry tips, focusing on the daily habits of successful actors, how to navigate auditions, and what it takes to build a career. Learners will have the opportunity to ask questions in a live Q&A, gaining insights into the professional acting world and how to move forward with their craft.
50 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Learning Needs
This acting class supports neurodiverse learners through structure, creative expression, and low-pressure participation. Great for learners with ADHD, ASD, or anxiety who benefit from roleplay, character work, and clear emotional cues.
Language of Instruction
English
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Meet the teacher
Teacher expertise and credentials
I am an award-winning professional actor with experience in theater, film, and television. I’m also a longtime member of SAG-AFTRA and have trained extensively in scene study, voice, character development, and improvisation.
I’ve been teaching acting on Outschool since 2020, and have worked with young performers ages 8–17 in both group and one-on-one settings. My classes are designed to be inclusive, confidence-building, and technique-focused, while still being fun and creatively engaging.
In addition to acting, I bring years of experience as an educator, artist, and mother of two. I love helping learners discover their unique voice, grow their expressive range, and feel proud of their progress — whether they’re new to acting or already passionate about performing.
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