Located in Atlanta, Georgia, we offer acting classes, workshops, audition taping, coaching, headshots, demo reels, career counseling, and more.
All classes are, adult classes, 18 and over unless otherwise specified.
SCHEDULE AUDITION TAPING
Click here to schedule a taping session with our optional coaching service. Only offered at 650 Hamilton Avenue SE location.
OPEN CLASSES
Our motto is, “Actors, well trained.” We offer a wide range of classes for actors at all levels who seek to perfect their craft.
ADVANCED CLASSES
Our “Advanced Classes” are for the actor who has a background in Television and film but still wants to work on keeping their skills fresh.
ONE ON ONES
A 1 to 2hr private career counseling session tailored to fit your specific needs from headshot/resume advice to demo reel issues to help with your imperative online presence – anything!
WORKSHOPS
We offer a variety of workshops by industry professionals from all over the country. Everything from commercial audition workshops, casting director Q&A’s, to actor branding. Workshops are constantly being updated so be sure to join our mailing list.
VIRTUAL ON CAMERA
This is a weekly on-camera class designed for actors who are out-of-state, cannot make it to our in-studio classes, or would like to perfect their self-taping process.
ACTOR SERVICES
We offer a variety of actor services including “one on one,” “headshots with c. dyer photography”, and “demo editing with back to one creative.”
FREE PREVIEW: 6-Month Meisner Intensive
With instructor Dustin Lewis
July 18th
Join us for a FREE PREVIEW of the 6-Month Meisner Intensive.
The definition of Acting is “living truthfully under imaginary circumstances.” In order to do this we must learn to strip away the confines that society has put on us and respond truthfully in every moment. Meisner has developed improvisational exercises that bring the actor back to the beginning where they learn to know themselves and can act in a place where no barriers exist. They will come away from this training with the ability to have a truthful experience with another actor. And when the actor has an experience, the audience has an experience.
Get Ready For Set
With Co-Founder Jason MacDonald
Starting July 22nd
You’ve booked your first major gig. Congrats! Now what? Join Drama Inc. Co-Founder/Co-Owner Jason MacDonald for an informative and valuable class on how to navigate the world of set. We will cover: How to read a Call Sheet, Day Out Of Days, Fittings, Contracts, NDAs, Agent Commissions, Billing, Payment, Who’s Who on Set, Meals & Crafty, Honeywagons & Trailers, Hair & MakeUp, getting wired for Sound, and so much more.
On-Camera 1 – Monday Class
With Co-Founders Catherine Dyer & Jason MacDonald
Starting July 23rd
Don’t think there’s a difference between acting on stage and in TV/film? Do you watch a movie or TV show & say, “I can do that and better”? Then this class is for you. Drama Inc.’s On-Camera 1 teaches the beginning actor, as well as the seasoned stage actor, the basics of acting on camera for television and film. We’ll teach you how NOT to act. What? You’ll learn about eyeline, camera blocking, master shots, mics…
Students will be taped on camera every week using actual TV and film scripts. They will receive notes and tips and will have the opportunity to re-tape using director’s notes. And they will learn from watching fellow students.
Script Analysis and Scene Study (SASS)
With Co-Founders Claire Bronson & Scott Poythress
Starting July 24th
Objective of this class…is for every actor to leave with a fully-equipped tool belt, in regards to breaking down a script, and the ability to apply that new found knowledge to their performance. Class Outline. Students will be paired up and assigned scenes. We’ll then outline the process for breaking down scripts, mining them for every nugget of information necessary for character development. Students will continue this process on their own in preparation for Week 2. Students will bring in their fully analyzed scripts. The class will then review everyone’s progress and fill in any blanks in character development together. Everyone will be up on their feet, making dynamic choices fueled by their research, and playing off their scene partners. This is where students will work toward making more specific, bold choices. Students will come in performance ready. Taking all of the research and all of the character development from the previous three weeks, they will now be encouraged to let it all go… living truthfully in the imaginary set of circumstances that this class has helped to define for them!
Improv for the Actor: Level 1
With instructor Matt Stanton
Starting July 24th
Having a strong working knowledge of basic improv skills is vital for any actor. Introduce yourself to (or review) the basic tenets of improvisation and stagecraft, then apply these techniques to creative storytelling. This class will prepare you for improvising with anyone anywhere, creating honest, in-the-moment performances. Learn listening, give and take, and stretch your character skills in a made up world.
Kids Summer Camp
With Instructor Jordan Brown
July 23rd – July 27th
Instructor Jordan Brown will work with students on technique for the 1st half of each day, and after the break will be dedicated to rehearsal. Each group will have a final performance with guests the evening of the 27th.
On-Camera 1 – Wednesday Class
With Co-Founders Catherine Dyer & Jason MacDonald
Starting July 25th
Don’t think there’s a difference between acting on stage and in TV/film? Do you watch a movie or TV show & say, “I can do that and better”? Then this class is for you. Drama Inc.’s On-Camera 1 teaches the beginning actor, as well as the seasoned stage actor, the basics of acting on camera for television and film. We’ll teach you how NOT to act. What? You’ll learn about eyeline, camera blocking, master shots, mics…
Students will be taped on camera every week using actual TV and film scripts. They will receive notes and tips and will have the opportunity to re-tape using director’s notes. And they will learn from watching fellow students.
The Breakdown
With Co-Founder Catherine Dyer & Instructor Dustin Lewis
Starting July 27th
How many times have you said, “I knew the lines perfectly in the car/shower”? How many times have you said, “I get so nervous in the waiting/audition room”? How many times have you just sort of said your lines with meaning & not made informed, confident & detailed choices?
All that will change in our new class, THE BREAKDOWN. Cat & Dustin will help you build a working foundation that you will use for the rest of your career!
On Camera Kids
One Day Workshop
July 28th
Join us at Drama Inc. for an informative and fun filled On Camera Kids workshop! This will be a one day workshop that will help strengthen the actor’s On Camera skills! The workshop will be taught by a DI partner and will have a segment for parents on self taping.
Cold Read Workshop
With Instructor Megan Hayes
July 29th
This cold reading workshop focuses on how to efficiently and effectively prepare for last minute scene changes and quick turn around auditions. Specificity of point of view, Choice making on the fly, Staying present, Dealing with a challenging reader, Speedy redirects, and more!
Krav Magra Workshop
With Instructor Matt Clanton
July 29th
Krav Maga is the official self defense system of the Israeli military and police force. It is also widely used by many police and military units worldwide, including the United States Federal Air Marshals. The goal of this workshop is for actors to safely use Krav Maga for camera relating to their portrayal of law enforcement and military characters in tactical related roles.
Improv for Teens
With Instructor Ryan King
Starting July 29th
This class will use theater games, character work and group scenes to teach the fundamentals of improvisation. Students will learn to trust their instincts, make confident choices and work as a team in order to create original stories in a shared environment.
Practical Aesthetics for the Professional Actor
With Instructor Sherrie Peterson
Starting July 31st
Practical Aesthetics for the Professional Actor… While Practical Aesthetics technique is a text analysis and acting technique for any level actor, it is only for the serious one. You have heard that “Those who fail to plan are those who plan to fail.”…well, translated for the actor, that means “DO YOUR PREP WORK!” Why? So that you actually can live truthfully in the moment and stay out of your head.
Traditional Meisner 6 Month Training Track
With instructor Dustin Lewis
Starting August 2nd
The definition of Acting is “living truthfully under imaginary circumstances.” In order to do this we must learn to strip away the confines that society has put on us and respond truthfully in every moment. Meisner has developed improvisational exercises that bring the actor back to the beginning where they learn to know themselves and can act in a place where no barriers exist. They will come away from this training with the ability to have a truthful experience with another actor. And when the actor has an experience, the audience has an experience.
Movement Integration for the Actor
With Instructor Sherrie Peterson
Starting August 2nd
This class is so much more than Movement but it is actually the Mind, Voice, and Body Integration that is the goal of this class that will cover a variety of techniques and processes including Linklater-based vocal production and movement technique drawn from the work of Michael Chekhov, Michael Lugering, and Rudolf Laban. She will cover some Alexander technique to address relaxation as well, combined with the workshopping monologues and scenes.
Commercial Crash Course
With Co-Founders Catherine Dyer & Jason MacDonald
Starting August 4th
You will learn how many different types of commercials there are, how they are made, what the roles of director, ad agency, and client are, how projects are cast, who the casting directors in the SouthEast are, what happens on set, what is “first refusal”, how to memorize copy, how to incorporate improv, how to utilize eye-lines and marks, what to wear to auditions, how to audition with confidence, how to handle changes on set, and more!
From Audition to Set
With instructor Alex Collins
Starting August 7th
This class is not an acting class in the normal sense. Actors must already arrive to this class with experience and ability. This class is designed to give actors the knowledge, tools, and motivation to become better at self-taped auditions and auditioning in the room, which allows them to both
‘book the room’ as well as the job. In this class, actors will: Work with scenes from episodic TV and feature films. Ideally, current or recently produced projects and whenever possible, projects shooting in our region. Assignments will include: On-camera auditions, live ‘in person’ auditions, and either chemistry reads or on ‘on set’ assignments as if the actor has made it to a network test or booked the job. Actors may be paired up with multiple scene partners for chemistry reads, receive blocking instructions, as well as acting direction, all on the fly and under pressure to deliver.
Accents of the UK
With instructor Adam Fristoe
Starting August 14th
Learn the skills you need to create authentic accents based in the UK. We will play with sound, get intimately familiar with how we produce and shape sound, and learn the basics of several staple accents that commonly come up in auditions. Mastering accents can take a long time. It is a skill, like any other, and requires a lot of practice, diligence and courage. Approach this course with patience, a plan to practice outside of class, and a willingness to play.
Create Your Own Content FREE Preview
With instructor Jonothan Mitchell
Sept 9th
This is a free preview for people who are interested in the Create Your Own Content Workshop but would like to know more about what will be covered. Led by instructor Jonothan Mitchell.
Accents of the UK
With instructor Adam Fristoe
Starting September 11th
Learn the skills you need to create authentic accents based in the UK. We will play with sound, get intimately familiar with how we produce and shape sound, and learn the basics of several staple accents that commonly come up in auditions. Mastering accents can take a long time. It is a skill, like any other, and requires a lot of practice, diligence and courage. Approach this course with patience, a plan to practice outside of class, and a willingness to play.
On-Camera 1 – Wednesday Class
With Co-Founders Catherine Dyer & Jason MacDonald
Starting Sept 19th
Don’t think there’s a difference between acting on stage and in TV/film? Do you watch a movie or TV show & say, “I can do that and better”? Then this class is for you. Drama Inc.’s On-Camera 1 teaches the beginning actor, as well as the seasoned stage actor, the basics of acting on camera for television and film. We’ll teach you how NOT to act. What? You’ll learn about eyeline, camera blocking, master shots, mics…
Students will be taped on camera every week using actual TV and film scripts. They will receive notes and tips and will have the opportunity to re-tape using director’s notes. And they will learn from watching fellow students.
Create Your Own Content
With instructor Jonothon Mitchell
September 30th
You’ve got the perfect idea for the next great web series, short film, or sketch. What’s next? In this workshop you will learn variations on the necessary methods to develop your own original content start to finish. By the end of this workshop your gem of an idea will be pitch-worthy, branded, and ready to take on the world.
On-Camera 1 – Saturday Class
With Co-Founders Catherine Dyer & Jason MacDonald
Starting Sept 22nd
Don’t think there’s a difference between acting on stage and in TV/film? Do you watch a movie or TV show & say, “I can do that and better”? Then this class is for you. Drama Inc.’s On-Camera 1 teaches the beginning actor, as well as the seasoned stage actor, the basics of acting on camera for television and film. We’ll teach you how NOT to act. What? You’ll learn about eyeline, camera blocking, master shots, mics…
Students will be taped on camera every week using actual TV and film scripts. They will receive notes and tips and will have the opportunity to re-tape using director’s notes. And they will learn from watching fellow students.
From Audition to Set
With instructor Alex Collins
Starting October 9th
This class is not an acting class in the normal sense. Actors must already arrive to this class with experience and ability. This class is designed to give actors the knowledge, tools, and motivation to become better at self-taped auditions and auditioning in the room, which allows them to both
‘book the room’ as well as the job. In this class, actors will: Work with scenes from episodic TV and feature films. Ideally, current or recently produced projects and whenever possible, projects shooting in our region. Assignments will include: On-camera auditions, live ‘in person’ auditions, and either chemistry reads or on ‘on set’ assignments as if the actor has made it to a network test or booked the job. Actors may be paired up with multiple scene partners for chemistry reads, receive blocking instructions, as well as acting direction, all on the fly and under pressure to deliver.
On-Camera 1 – Saturday Class
With Co-Founders Catherine Dyer & Jason MacDonald
Starting Nov 3rd
Don’t think there’s a difference between acting on stage and in TV/film? Do you watch a movie or TV show & say, “I can do that and better”? Then this class is for you. Drama Inc.’s On-Camera 1 teaches the beginning actor, as well as the seasoned stage actor, the basics of acting on camera for television and film. We’ll teach you how NOT to act. What? You’ll learn about eyeline, camera blocking, master shots, mics…
Students will be taped on camera every week using actual TV and film scripts. They will receive notes and tips and will have the opportunity to re-tape using director’s notes. And they will learn from watching fellow students.
On-Camera 1 – Wednesday Class
With Co-Founders Catherine Dyer & Jason MacDonald
Starting Nov 7th
Don’t think there’s a difference between acting on stage and in TV/film? Do you watch a movie or TV show & say, “I can do that and better”? Then this class is for you. Drama Inc.’s On-Camera 1 teaches the beginning actor, as well as the seasoned stage actor, the basics of acting on camera for television and film. We’ll teach you how NOT to act. What? You’ll learn about eyeline, camera blocking, master shots, mics…
Students will be taped on camera every week using actual TV and film scripts. They will receive notes and tips and will have the opportunity to re-tape using director’s notes. And they will learn from watching fellow students.
Drama Inc. is located in GRANT PARK just South of Zoo Atlanta.
Taping services are offered at this location only.
650 Hamilton Avenue SE, Suite I, Atlanta, GA 30312
Drama Inc. is an acting studio in Atlanta, Ga which guides actors of all levels as they explore Atlanta’s rapidly-growing TV and film industry as well as offering an environment for advanced and veteran actors to sharpen their skills.
