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.
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Results
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.
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Additional Class Details
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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!
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Our fun and fast-paced introduction to what acting is all about. For anyone who's ever wanted to give acting a try – or those who haven't done it since that one time in high school. Students will be introduced to all the fundamental skills, plus the basics of auditioning and “the business of the business."
No class 11/27/2025
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No class 11/26/2025
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This class focuses on preparing you for professional work by providing a wide range of acting experiences, so that you will feel comfortable bringing your emotional truth to any project. Using the building blocks of Meisner 1 and deepening the character creation concepts of Meisner 2, Meisner 3 features larger group scene work and applies Meisner to classical texts. Prerequisite: Meisner 1 and 2, or significant other Meisner work and permission of the instructor.
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Student Level
Adults (18+)Acting a Song

Instructor
Sherri L. Edelen
Day
Mondays
Dates
Nov 3 - Dec 8
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...
MORE INFOSESSION
Fall II
LOCATION
onsite
COST
$390
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Student Level
Adults (18+)Advanced Public Speaking the Actor’s Way

Instructor
Buzz Mauro
Day
Mondays
Dates
Nov 17 - Dec 8
Time
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
SESSION
Fall II
LOCATION
onsite
COST
$250
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Student Level
Adults (18+)Anyone Can Act: December

Instructor
Amal Saade
Day
Saturday
Dates
Dec 13 - Dec 13
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...
MORE INFOSESSION
Fall II
LOCATION
onsite
COST
$60
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Student Level
Adults (18+)Anyone Can Act: November

Instructor
Vince Eisenson
Day
Saturday
Dates
Nov 15 - Nov 15
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...
MORE INFOSESSION
Fall II
LOCATION
onsite
COST
$60
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Student Level
Adults (18+)Getting Started in Musical Theatre

Instructor
Erin Weaver
Day
Mondays
Dates
Nov 3 - Dec 8
Time
7 - 10 PM
This is a class for actors who don't (yet!) think of themselves as singers. If you have an interest in performing in musicals but suspect that your singing voice may ...
MORE INFOSESSION
Fall II
LOCATION
onsite
COST
$390
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Student Level
Adults (18+)Getting Started in TV and Film

Instructor
John Judy
Day
Tuesdays
Dates
Oct 28 - Dec 2
Time
7 - 9:30 PM
This class will cover the ins and outs of all aspects of the film industry in the DC area, including commercials, corporate videos, indie and feature films, and where...
MORE INFOSESSION
Fall II
LOCATION
onsite
COST
$350
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Student Level
Adults (18+)Intro to Acting (Thursdays)

Instructor
Kirsten Noetzel
Day
Thursdays
Dates
Nov 6 - Dec 18
Time
7 - 9:30 PM
Our fun and fast-paced introduction to what acting is all about. For anyone who's ever wanted to give acting a try – or those who haven't done it since that one tim...
MORE INFOSESSION
Fall II
LOCATION
onsite
COST
$350
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Student Level
Adults (18+)Intro to Acting (Wednesdays)

Instructor
Bryanda Minix
Day
Wednesdays
Dates
Nov 5 - Dec 17
Time
7 - 9:30 PM
Our fun and fast-paced introduction to what acting is all about. For anyone who's ever wanted to give acting a try – or those who haven't done it since that one tim...
MORE INFOSESSION
Fall II
LOCATION
onsite
COST
$350
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Student Level
Adults (18+)Intro to Estill Voice Training (Online)

Instructor
Steve Quintilian
Day
Mondays
Dates
Nov 3 - Dec 8
Time
7 - 8 PM
Estill Voice Training® (EVT), popular the world over, is for anyone who wants to understand and improve their speaking or singing voice—actors, singers, storytelle...
MORE INFOSESSION
Fall II
LOCATION
online
COST
$170
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Student Level
Adults (18+)Meisner Technique III

Instructor
Madeleine Regina
Day
Tuesdays
Dates
Nov 4 - Dec 9
Time
7 - 10 PM
This class focuses on preparing you for professional work by providing a wide range of acting experiences, so that you will feel comfortable bringing your emotional t...
MORE INFOSESSION
Fall II
LOCATION
onsite
COST
$390