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Pasadena Theater Offers Young Actors 'Conservatory-Style' Training Camp

For young actors, Pasadena’s A Noise Within and its Summer With Shakespeare program offer an early chance to fall in love with the Bard and classical theater.

Los Angeles Acting Schools and Coaches

Backstage takes a look at the best of Los Angeles acting schools and coaches.

5 Classes For Kids in L.A.

Child and teen actors can never start studying the craft too early—and these L.A.-area classes may be the place to start.

Where to Learn On-Camera Technique in L.A.

With these courses in L.A., even the most camera-shy person will understand how to use the lens to his or her advantage.

What to Look for in an Acting Teacher

Picking the right teacher is essential for the student to get the most out of a class; Todd Thaler gives some advice.

Documentary Crew Aims to Capture the Actor's Life at Auditions This Weekend

Jacobs developed NYCinLI and NYCinMA with the artistic mission of bringing New York-quality training to those who couldn’t come to the city. The program is holding auditions this Saturday, Mar. 23 in New York and Sunday, Mar. 24.

'Da Vinci's Demons' Star Tom Riley Discusses His College Experience

Riley, who stars in the upcoming Starz series “Da Vinci’s Demons,” discusses his experience attending college at the University of Birmingham in the United Kingdom.

'Peeples' Star Kali Hawk on Her College Experience

Hawk, who will be seen in the upcoming “Peeples,” talks about her early training at State University of New York at Purchase and the Groundlings.

Alycia Delmore of ‘Humpday’ on Her College Experience

Most recently in Lynn Shelton’s “Touchy Feely,” Delmore discusses her training at Western Washington University.

Stagelighter Offers Expert Coaching to Aspiring Actors

The new online service aims to help actors everywhere gain access to the feedback they need to advance their careers.