Upcoming Classes
The Theatre Lab is DC's largest independent drama school, offering comprehensive training by award-winning faculty for students of all ages. With classes in acting, musical theatre, film and television, directing, and more, you can design a tailored program that fits your goals.
Financial Aid: We believe that theatre education should be accessible to all. Tuition reduction is available for all classes. Learn more and apply.
Membership: Theatre Lab Members get a 10% discount off tuition. Certain exclusions apply. Learn more.
Adult Classes: General Information | Adult Class Policies
Youth & Teen Classes: General Information | Youth & Teen Class Policies
Results
Overview
Techniques for interpreting lyrics, connecting to the character you're singing to, committing to the circumstances, making strong movement choices, and using your voice to maximum effect. For every singer who acts and every actor who sings.
Class Size*
6-10
* Note: Small class sizes are a fundamental part of our training philosophy at The Theatre Lab. Classes are intentionally kept small to ensure every person receives extensive personalized feedback from instructors and meaningful collaboration with other students. If a class is full, we encourage you to join the waitlist, and we will contact you if a spot becomes available.
Prerequisites or Prior Experience
No formal prerequisites are necessary, but students should have the ability to prepare a solo for presentation and to acquire sheet music for an accompanist. Students who take this class typically have some background experience in musical theatre, acting, and/or have taken one of the following classes at The Theatre Lab:
- Intro to Acting*
- Beginning Scene Study*
- Getting Started in Musical Theatre
* Note: For new students with no prior acting experience, we recommend starting with Intro to Acting, and then taking Beginning Scene Study, for our essential training in the basics of acting.
Recommended Next Steps
Students who complete this class often continue with:
- Musical Theatre Workshop
- Auditioning for Musical Theatre
- Performing Musical Theatre of the Golden Age
- Singing Sondheim
Class availability depends on the session. Return to our course catalogue to explore what is currently open for enrollment.
Tuition Discount
Theatre Lab members receive a 10% discount off of class tuition, automatically applied at checkout. Annual memberships cost only $70 per year and also include discounted tickets to all Theatre Lab performances. Read more about becoming a member here.
For our early bird specials and other exclusive discounts on class tuition, subscribe to our emails and follow us @theatrelabdc on social media for updates.
Class Policies
We encourage all students to review our Adult Class Policies prior to enrolling.
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If you've ever seen a corporate training video (think of the pre-flight instructions you see on passenger planes) then you've seen an industrial film. You may not know the actors' names, but they're making a living with their talent. In this class students will learn to apply the same tools one brings to a three-act play to a 30-second commercial or a three-minute instructional video. Students will go through the process of cold-reading scripts for auditions as well as shooting their performances and reviewing them on TV afterwards. The goal of this class is to get students proficient at the types of material that provide a substantial amount of the paid acting work in the DMV acting market.
Class Size*
6-10
* Note: Small class sizes are a fundamental part of our training philosophy at The Theatre Lab. Classes are intentionally kept small to ensure every person receives extensive personalized feedback from instructors and meaningful collaboration with other students. If a class is full, we encourage you to join the waitlist, and we will contact you if a spot becomes available.
Prerequisites or Prior Experience
No formal prerequisites are necessary. Students who take this class typically have some background experience in acting for the camera and/or have taken one of the following classes at The Theatre Lab:
- Intro to Acting*
- Beginning Scene Study*
- Getting Started in TV and Film
- On-Camera Scene Study I
* Note: For new students with no prior acting experience, we recommend starting with Intro to Acting, and then taking Beginning Scene Study, for our essential training in the basics of acting.
Recommended Next Steps
Students who complete this class often continue with:
- On-Camera Scene Study I and II
- Auditioning for the Camera
- Improv for Auditions
Class availability depends on the session. Return to our course catalogue to explore what is currently open for enrollment.
Tuition Discount
Theatre Lab members receive a 10% discount off of class tuition, automatically applied at checkout. Annual memberships cost only $70 per year and also include discounted tickets to all Theatre Lab performances. Read more about becoming a member here.
For our early bird specials and other exclusive discounts on class tuition, subscribe to our emails and follow us @theatrelabdc on social media for updates.
Class Policies
We encourage all students to review our Adult Class Policies prior to enrolling.
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Myth: Acting is about talent and talent is something you’re born with. Reality: Acting is a craft that anyone can learn—at any age. Acting is also a fun and deeply satisfying activity, and Washington has more opportunities for doing it than practically anywhere else. Take two hours on a Saturday and learn some fundamentals while having a great time with other people who want to explore different sides of themselves. Get in on the act! We also offer this class for any groups interested in a team-building experience or just a fun outing.
Class Size*
6-16
Prerequisites or Prior Experience
No formal prerequisites or experience are necessary! This workshop is designed for people with no prior background experience in acting.
Recommended Next Steps
Many participants who attend an Anyone Can Act workshop go on to take Intro to Acting at The Theatre Lab, followed by Beginning Scene study. These two classes comprise our essential training in the basics of acting.
Class Policies
We encourage all students to review our Adult Class Policies prior to enrolling.
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Myth: Acting is about talent and talent is something you’re born with. Reality: Acting is a craft that anyone can learn—at any age. Acting is also a fun and deeply satisfying activity, and Washington has more opportunities for doing it than practically anywhere else. Take two hours on a Saturday and learn some fundamentals while having a great time with other people who want to explore different sides of themselves. Get in on the act! We also offer this class for any groups interested in a team-building experience or just a fun outing.
Class Size*
6-16
Prerequisites or Prior Experience
No formal prerequisites or experience are necessary! This workshop is designed for people with no prior background experience in acting.
Recommended Next Steps
Many participants who attend an Anyone Can Act workshop go on to take Intro to Acting at The Theatre Lab, followed by Beginning Scene study. These two classes comprise our essential training in the basics of acting.
Class Policies
We encourage all students to review our Adult Class Policies prior to enrolling.
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Class Size*
6-16
Prerequisites or Prior Experience
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Recommended Next Steps
Many participants who attend an Anyone Can Act workshop go on to take Intro to Acting at The Theatre Lab, followed by Beginning Scene study. These two classes comprise our essential training in the basics of acting.
Class Policies
We encourage all students to review our Adult Class Policies prior to enrolling.
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Myth: Acting is about talent and talent is something you’re born with. Reality: Acting is a craft that anyone can learn—at any age. Acting is also a fun and deeply satisfying activity, and Washington has more opportunities for doing it than practically anywhere else. Take two hours on a Saturday and learn some fundamentals while having a great time with other people who want to explore different sides of themselves. Get in on the act! We also offer this class for any groups interested in a team-building experience or just a fun outing.
Class Size*
6-16
Prerequisites or Prior Experience
No formal prerequisites or experience are necessary! This workshop is designed for people with no prior background experience in acting.
Recommended Next Steps
Many participants who attend an Anyone Can Act workshop go on to take Intro to Acting at The Theatre Lab, followed by Beginning Scene study. These two classes comprise our essential training in the basics of acting.
Class Policies
We encourage all students to review our Adult Class Policies prior to enrolling.
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Class Size*
6-16
Prerequisites or Prior Experience
No formal prerequisites or experience are necessary! This workshop is designed for people with no prior background experience in acting.
Recommended Next Steps
Many participants who attend an Anyone Can Act workshop go on to take Intro to Acting at The Theatre Lab, followed by Beginning Scene study. These two classes comprise our essential training in the basics of acting.
Class Policies
We encourage all students to review our Adult Class Policies prior to enrolling.
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Myth: Acting is about talent and talent is something you’re born with. Reality: Acting is a craft that anyone can learn—at any age. Acting is also a fun and deeply satisfying activity, and Washington has more opportunities for doing it than practically anywhere else. Take two hours on a Saturday and learn some fundamentals while having a great time with other people who want to explore different sides of themselves. Get in on the act! We also offer this class for any groups interested in a team-building experience or just a fun outing.
Class Size*
6-16
Prerequisites or Prior Experience
No formal prerequisites or experience are necessary! This workshop is designed for people with no prior background experience in acting.
Recommended Next Steps
Many participants who attend an Anyone Can Act workshop go on to take Intro to Acting at The Theatre Lab, followed by Beginning Scene study. These two classes comprise our essential training in the basics of acting.
Class Policies
We encourage all students to review our Adult Class Policies prior to enrolling.
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Cabaret is the art of storytelling through music, while making an intimate and personal connection with the audience. Each song—any kind of song—is a self-contained story sung from the singer’s perspective. This hands-on course explores all the many elements of cabaret performance, culminating in a public showcase featuring individual mini-sets developed over the course of the class.
Examples of What You’ll Learn
- Choose material that fits your unique skill sets and traits as a performer
- Apply a variety of methods to explore and practice a song
- Write “patter,” i.e., spoken or sung dialogue that acts as a narrative link between songs
- Structure a song set and cabaret show
- Rehearse and perform in a public production
Class Size*
6-8
* Note: Small class sizes are a fundamental part of our training philosophy at The Theatre Lab. Classes are intentionally kept small to ensure every person receives extensive personalized feedback from instructors and meaningful collaboration with other students. If a class is full, we encourage you to join the waitlist, and we will contact you if a spot becomes available.
Prerequisites or Prior Experience
Previous experience as a solo vocalist required. Students will be asked to come to the first class with three prepared songs and piano music.
Students who take this class have often taken one of the following classes at The Theatre Lab:
- Intro to Acting*
- Beginning Scene Study*
- Getting Started in Musical Theatre
- Acting a Song
- Musical Theatre Workshop
* Note: For new students with no prior acting experience, we recommend starting with Intro to Acting, and then taking Beginning Scene Study, for our essential training in the basics of acting.
Tuition Discount
Theatre Lab members receive a 10% discount off of class tuition, automatically applied at checkout. Annual memberships cost only $70 per year and also include discounted tickets to all Theatre Lab performances. Read more about becoming a member here.
For our early bird specials and other exclusive discounts on class tuition, subscribe to our emails and follow us @theatrelabdc on social media for updates.
Recommended Next Steps
Students who complete this class often continue with:
- Jazz Dance for Musical Theatre
- Viewpoints
- Musical Theatre Workshop
- Auditioning for Musical Theatre
- Creating a Musical Role
Class availability depends on the session. Return to our course catalogue to explore what is currently open for enrollment.
Class Policies
We encourage all students to review our Adult Class Policies prior to enrolling.
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This course is designed to improve student performance in all the major aspects of auditioning for the theatre: monologues, cold readings, and “in the room” demeanor—whether you’re auditioning in person, virtually, or for a self-tape. The learning emphasis will be on practical skill-building, making the most of your rehearsal time, and overcoming psychological and emotional barriers to giving your best performance.
Class Size*
6-12
* Note: Small class sizes are a fundamental part of our training philosophy at The Theatre Lab. Classes are intentionally kept small to ensure every person receives extensive personalized feedback from instructors and meaningful collaboration with other students. If a class is full, we encourage you to join the waitlist, and we will contact you if a spot becomes available.
Prerequisites or Prior Experience
No formal prerequisites are necessary. Students who take this class typically have some background experience in acting and/or have taken at least one of the following classes at The Theatre Lab:
- Intro to Acting*
- Beginning Scene Study*
* Note: For new students with no prior acting experience, we recommend starting with Intro to Acting, and then taking Beginning Scene Study, for our essential training in the basics of acting.
Tuition Discount
Theatre Lab members receive a 10% discount off of class tuition, automatically applied at checkout. Annual memberships cost only $70 per year and also include discounted tickets to all Theatre Lab performances. Read more about becoming a member here.
For our early bird specials and other exclusive discounts on class tuition, subscribe to our emails and follow us @theatrelabdc on social media for updates.
Recommended Next Steps
Students who complete this class often continue with:
- Self-Tape and Virtual Auditioning
- Auditioning for the Camera
- Improv for Auditions
- Meisner I
- Creating a Role
Class availability depends on the session. Return to our course catalogue to explore what is currently open for enrollment.
Class Policies
We encourage all students to review our Adult Class Policies prior to enrolling.
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Techniques for interpreting lyrics, connecting to the character you're singing to, committing to the circumstances, making strong movement choices, and using your voice to maximum effect. For every singer who acts and every actor who sings.
Class Size*
6-10
* Note: Small class sizes are a fundamental part of our training philosophy at The Theatre Lab. Classes are intentionally kept small to ensure every person receives extensive personalized feedback from instructors and meaningful collaboration with other students. If a class is full, we encourage you to join the waitlist, and we will contact you if a spot becomes available.
Prerequisites or Prior Experience
No formal prerequisites are necessary, but students should have the ability to prepare a solo for presentation and to acquire sheet music for an accompanist. Students who take this class typically have some background experience in musical theatre, acting, and/or have taken one of the following classes at The Theatre Lab:
- Intro to Acting*
- Beginning Scene Study*
- Getting Started in Musical Theatre
* Note: For new students with no prior acting experience, we recommend starting with Intro to Acting, and then taking Beginning Scene Study, for our essential training in the basics of acting.
Recommended Next Steps
Students who complete this class often continue with:
- Musical Theatre Workshop
- Auditioning for Musical Theatre
- Performing Musical Theatre of the Golden Age
- Singing Sondheim
Class availability depends on the session. Return to our course catalogue to explore what is currently open for enrollment.
Tuition Discount
Theatre Lab members receive a 10% discount off of class tuition, automatically applied at checkout. Annual memberships cost only $70 per year and also include discounted tickets to all Theatre Lab performances. Read more about becoming a member here.
For our early bird specials and other exclusive discounts on class tuition, subscribe to our emails and follow us @theatrelabdc on social media for updates.
Class Policies
We encourage all students to review our Adult Class Policies prior to enrolling.
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Student Level
Adults (18+)Acting a Song
Instructor
Sherri L. Edelen
Day
Tuesdays
Dates
Mar 3 - Apr 7
Time
7 - 10 PM
Techniques for interpreting lyrics, connecting to the character you're singing to, committing to the circumstances, making strong movement choices, and using your voi...
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Spring I
LOCATION
onsite
COST
$400
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Student Level
Adults (18+)Acting in Commercials and Industrials
Instructor
John Judy
Day
Thursdays
Dates
Jan 15 - Feb 19
Time
2:00 - 4:30 PM
If you've ever seen a corporate training video (think of the pre-flight instructions you see on passenger planes) then you've seen an industrial film. You may not kno...
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Winter
LOCATION
onsite
COST
$400
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Student Level
Adults (18+)Anyone Can Act: April
Instructor
Amal Saade
Day
Saturday
Dates
Apr 18 - Apr 18
Time
1:30 - 3:30 PM
Myth: Acting is about talent and talent is something you’re born with. Reality: Acting is a craft that anyone can learn—at any age. Acting is also a fun and deepl...
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Spring I
LOCATION
onsite
COST
$60
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Student Level
Adults (18+)Anyone Can Act: February
Instructor
Amal Saade
Day
Saturday
Dates
Feb 7 - Feb 7
Time
1:30 - 3:30 PM
Myth: Acting is about talent and talent is something you’re born with. Reality: Acting is a craft that anyone can learn—at any age. Acting is also a fun and deepl...
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Winter
LOCATION
onsite
COST
$60
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Student Level
Adults (18+)Anyone Can Act: January
Instructor
Vince Eisenson
Day
Saturday
Dates
Jan 31 - Jan 31
Time
1:30 - 3:30 PM
Myth: Acting is about talent and talent is something you’re born with. Reality: Acting is a craft that anyone can learn—at any age. Acting is also a fun and deepl...
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Winter
LOCATION
onsite
COST
$60
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Student Level
Adults (18+)Anyone Can Act: June
Instructor
Vince Eisenson
Day
Saturday
Dates
Jun 6 - Jun 6
Time
1:30 - 3:30 PM
Myth: Acting is about talent and talent is something you’re born with. Reality: Acting is a craft that anyone can learn—at any age. Acting is also a fun and deepl...
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Spring II
LOCATION
onsite
COST
$60
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Student Level
Adults (18+)Anyone Can Act: March
Instructor
Vince Eisenson
Day
Saturday
Dates
Mar 7 - Mar 7
Time
1:30 - 3:30 PM
Myth: Acting is about talent and talent is something you’re born with. Reality: Acting is a craft that anyone can learn—at any age. Acting is also a fun and deepl...
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Spring I
LOCATION
onsite
COST
$60
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Student Level
Adults (18+)Anyone Can Act: May
Instructor
Amal Saade
Day
Saturday
Dates
May 2 - May 2
Time
1:30 - 3:30 PM
Myth: Acting is about talent and talent is something you’re born with. Reality: Acting is a craft that anyone can learn—at any age. Acting is also a fun and deepl...
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Spring II
LOCATION
onsite
COST
$60
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Student Level
Adults (18+)Art of Cabaret
Instructor
Marianne Glass Miller and Jeff Hamlin
Day
Saturdays
Dates
Jan 17 - Feb 21
Time
10 AM - 1 PM
Cabaret is the art of storytelling through music, while making an intimate and personal connection with the audience. Each song—any kind of song—is a self-contain...
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Winter
LOCATION
onsite
COST
$450
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Student Level
Adults (18+)Auditioning
Instructor
Frank Britton
Day
Wednesdays
Dates
Jan 14 - Feb 18
Time
7 - 10 PM
This course is designed to improve student performance in all the major aspects of auditioning for the theatre: monologues, cold readings, and “in the room” demea...
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Winter
LOCATION
onsite
COST
$400