This introductory acting class is a weekly 2-hour course focusing on the basic techniques of acting and performance, such as creating intention, connecting with another actor, building a character, improvisation, characterization, and emotional connection. Our practical projects will vary from monologues to improvisation and scene study, focusing on each student’s needs and strengths. Actors will encounter works that present unique challenges in terms of language, physicality, characterization, style, content, and text analysis. The class will fuse acting, voice, and movement into a comprehensive unit by approaching the text simultaneously from these three perspectives. Some rehearsal outside of class time may be required. Class size is limited to 12.

Financial Aid:  Please fill out the Financial Aid Application before registering for a class. 

Once your application is processed, you will receive a discount code to use at registration. Allow 10 business days for processing. 

If you register for a class without your discount code, we will need to cancel your original registration and will not be able to refund credit card fees. You will then need to re-register for the class using your discount code to receive the financial aid. 

Financial aid is need-based only, and applicants must fill out the form and complete a personal statement to be considered. Payment plans are also available. Email education@trinityrep.com with all inquiries.  

Please Note: All students must submit a $50 non-refundable deposit to hold a spot in the program. Email education@trinityrep.com if this is cost-prohibitive for your family.  

Before an actor begins telling stories in front of audiences, they must learn to be comfortable on stage. This class introduces students to several techniques for creating intention, connecting with another actor, finding comfort and ease on stage, building a character, and following impulses. The progression begins with voice and movement exercises to build a foundational vocabulary, followed by improvisation, clowning, physical acting, and scene study. The class culminates in monologue work that focuses on each student’s individual needs and strengths. Students of all abilities are encouraged to attend. Class size is limited to 12 students.  

Financial Aid:  Please fill out the Financial Aid Application before registering for a class. 

Once your application is processed, you will receive a discount code to use at registration. Allow 10 business days for processing. 

If you register for a class without your discount code, we will need to cancel your original registration and will not be able to refund credit card fees. You will then need to re-register for the class using your discount code to receive the financial aid. 

Financial aid is need-based only, and applicants must fill out the form and complete a personal statement to be considered. Payment plans are also available. Email education@trinityrep.com with all inquiries.  

Please Note: All students must submit a $50 non-refundable deposit to hold a spot in the program. Email education@trinityrep.com if this is cost-prohibitive for your family.  

This introductory acting class is designed for people from all walks of life who are interested in exploring basic acting skills as well as developing essential skills (such as confidence, focus, creative and critical thinking and public speaking).  Classes will encourage students to practice acting technique through improvisation and monologue study.  Special attention will be given to strengthening skills in voice, movement and character development.  Some rehearsal outside of class time is required.   

Class size limited to 12 students. 

Financial Aid:  Please fill out the Financial Aid Application before registering for a class. 

Once your application is processed, you will receive a discount code to use at registration. Allow 10 business days for processing. 

If you register for a class without your discount code, we will need to cancel your original registration and will not be able to refund credit card fees. You will then need to re-register for the class using your discount code to receive the financial aid. 

Financial aid is need-based only, and applicants must fill out the form and complete a personal statement to be considered. Payment plans are also available. Email education@trinityrep.com with all inquiries.  

Please Note: All students must submit a $50 non-refundable deposit to hold a spot in the program. Email education@trinityrep.com if this is cost-prohibitive for your family.  

Before an actor can begin telling stories in front of audiences, they must learn to be comfortable on stage. This class will introduce students to several techniques for connecting with another actor, finding comfort and ease on stage, and building a character. The progression will begin with voice and movement exercises to build a foundational vocabulary, followed by improvisation, clowning, physical acting, and scene study. The class will culminate in monologue and scene work that focuses on each student’s individual needs and strengths. Students of all abilities are encouraged to attend.  Class size is limited to 12 students.  

Financial Aid:  Please fill out the Financial Aid Application before registering for a class. 

Once your application is processed, you will receive a discount code to use at registration. Allow 10 business days for processing. 

If you register for a class without your discount code, we will need to cancel your original registration and will not be able to refund credit card fees. You will then need to re-register for the class using your discount code to receive the financial aid. 

Financial aid is need-based only, and applicants must fill out the form and complete a personal statement to be considered. Payment plans are also available. Email education@trinityrep.com with all inquiries.  

Please Note: All students must submit a $50 non-refundable deposit to hold a spot in the program. Email education@trinityrep.com if this is cost-prohibitive for your family.  

This class is co-instructed by Matthew Bretschneider and Wensley Bynoe. Over 8 weeks, students will create a brief solo or ensemble performance to highlight a social issue they find compelling. The class will emphasize personal growth and community building within a supportive environment. Students will explore theatre for social change by participating in rigorous class discussion, personal introspection and reading excerpts from plays and critical essays which highlight the intersections between their theater, individual lived experience and larger societal issues/questions. Students will also participate in games, vocal warm-ups, and acting exercises based in movement and playful improvisation to develop skills for performance and artistic expression. 

Financial Aid:  Please fill out the Financial Aid Application before registering for a class. 

Once your application is processed, you will receive a discount code to use at registration. Allow 10 business days for processing. 

If you register for a class without your discount code, we will need to cancel your original registration and will not be able to refund credit card fees. You will then need to re-register for the class using your discount code to receive the financial aid. 

Financial aid is need-based only, and applicants must fill out the form and complete a personal statement to be considered. Payment plans are also available. Email education@trinityrep.com with all inquiries.  

Please Note: All students must submit a $25 non-refundable deposit to hold a spot in the program. Email education@trinityrep.com if this is cost-prohibitive for your family.