The Studio Program of Portland Actors Conservatory
Learn from working professional actors and directors in a creative and supportive environment in one of the Northwest's most respected arts institutions.The Studio Program provides opportunities for adult students - -from beginners to seasoned professionals (or anyone interested in rekindling the creative spirit) - - to choose from a comprehensive list of classes, on a class-by-class basis.
Program Information
Qualifications
Students must be at least 18 years old. All new students must speak to the Artistic Director before enrolling in a course that has a prerequisite, to ensure proper placement. Classes without prerequisites are open to all who enroll.
Attendance
Students are expected to attend all classes and scene partner rehearsals on time and ready to work. Schedule conflicts must be approved by the Artistic Director before enrollment. Absenteeism will affect future enrollment.
Fees and Payment
Fees for each class are listed on our Classes and Workshops page. A deposit of one-half of the tuition is required with registration in order to secure a spot, with the balance due on or before the first day of class. Full payment is required before a student may attend any class. Students enrolled in the Two Year Professional Actors Training Program pay a flat monthly fee and must set up their payment plan with Georgia Cacy, Office Manager/Registrar.
Multiple Class Discounts
First time enrollees to the Conservatory registering for one class will receive a 10% discount on additional classes for which they enroll at the same time. The highest price course will be assessed at full price and each additional class will be discounted 10%.
Important Information
-All courses meet at 1436 SW Montgomery, in downtown Portland in the historic Firehouse Theatre.
-Classes fill on a first-come, first-served basis.
-Classes are limited to 14 people. Film courses are limited to 10 people.
-The schedule of classes is subject to change and is dependent upon sufficient numbers in each class.
-The Studio Program reserves the right to substitute instructors when necessary.
-We accept Visa, MasterCard and American Express.
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"The Portland Actors Conservatory was an unforgettable experience, and the skills and contacts I developed there helped propel me into a successful career as a member of the Portland acting community and later in graduate school."
-Allison Batty, Class of 1998
-Allison Batty, Class of 1998
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