ABOUT
The Young Actors Conservatory provides skilled youth actors with a concentrated, conservatory-style program that embodies multiple techniques and refines their acting training.
This 4 week mentorship consists of intense personal and career development with professional coaches and industry professionals here in the heart of Hollywood. With 120 contact training hours and up to 30 hours of additional components, the Young Actors Conservatory develops skills specific for the US & International markets across both stage and screen.
Our curriculum includes: Acting & Audition Technique; Truth In Performance; The Business of Acting; Voice & Movement; Finding Your Authentic Voice; Film Production & Development; Creating Your Own Content; The Actors Space: Personal Development, Self Care, Goal Setting & Intentions; Theory & History; Building & Creating Business Teams; Visa's & Immigration; Performance Showcases; Creating Industry Relationships and more.
Young creative artists leave our program with better understanding of the trials and tribulations associated with a working career in Hollywood. They discover unique and authentic voices, identify strengths and areas for growth, have courage to confidently engage, take control and make informed decisions about the next stages of their careers. AAFTA empowers young artists to pursue what they love, with the freedom to be authentically themselves. AAFTA Young Actors are trained and mentored to be prepared for anything this industry may propel at them, and when opportunities present themselves, success is always possible!
PREPARATION PLUS OPPORTUNITY EQUALS SUCCESS
COVID-19 Update: COVID-19 Update: Applications are being accepted for the 2022-2023. Due to California State Laws - all applicants must be fully vaccinated. Applicants will be asked to present proof at the time of application.
COACHES & STAFF
The Actors Conservatory works alongside several distinguished Acting Coaches in Los Angeles, as well as personally seeking the instruction of some of the Industry's most well known directors and producers in Los Angeles.
We not only ensure that our students are being guided by professionals in the business, we continue to seek out new masterclass teachers on a regular basis. There-for keeping up with current trends and providing up and coming arts education facilities or teachers a platform to expand their work.
AAFTA's dedication is to its artists first and foremost and with that we consistently work to update our education policy's to ensure the safety and well-being of our students. A truly great mentor is hard to find, difficult to part with and impossible to forget
COURSE OUTLINE
CURRICULUM
TRUTH IN PERFORMANCE 101
- Acting Techniques -Stanislavsky, Chekov, Meisner, Strasberg, Hagen, Adler & Practical Aesthetics.
- Casting, Self Tapes, Booking the room!
- The Artistic Self Vs The Personal
- Self Tone & Genre - Primetime TV, Soap Opera, Sitcom, Stand Up Comedy. Improvisation Commercial Gym Script/Text Analysis
- Stage vs Screen
BUSINESS OF ACTING 102
- Business Plans & Career Mentoring - Concepts to Creation, The Artist Profile.
- Branding, Marketing & Social Media
- Headshots with RydeEntertainment
- Industry Seminars & Intensives with Diversity Entertainment, LLC
- US Casting Processes Management & Talent Agent Representation
- Visa’s and Immigration with Raynor & Associates
THE ACTORS SPACE 103
- Finding your "AUTHENTIC" Voice
- Speech & Dialect & Voice with Caitlin Muelder
- Fitzmaurice Voicework with voiceandspeechwithryan
- LeBan Technique
- Stuntwork
- Self Defence Classes
- Self Care for Actors - The Unconscious Mind, Crossing The Artistic Threshold
CREATE YOUR OWN CONTENT 104
- Business Plans & Budgets - Concept to creation, Film & Television.
- Film Production & Development - Understand and Experience the working set Self Tapes & Online Casting Processes
- Reels/Short/Feature Film Production with Diversity Entertainment, LLC and Young One Studios
- Understanding Archetypes & Film Structures with Diversity Entertainment, LLC
- Industry Showcases & Networking Events
- Live Studio Tapings
THEORY & HISTORY 105
- Shakespeare and Classical Theatre
- Playwrights - Understanding the story
- US Film & Television History
- Studio Tours eg Warner Brothers, Universal Studios etc
HOW TO APPLY
- Complete Application Form Below, ensuring you include a US Self Tape Audition/Demo (No more than 2 mins in US Accent), Headshot, Resume, and reference letter from industry professional (if available).
- Please arrange a ZOOM interview with studio director email executive@aafta.us
- Deposit must be paid to finalise your position.
- All international students are able to travel on an ESTA however may obtain B1/B2 Visa for travel.
- Must have proof of Covid-19 Vaccination
DATES
SUMMER INTENSIVE (Open Age 12-20)
JUNE 26TH 2023 - JULY 22ND 2023
*OPEN TO LOCAL & INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
FEES & DEPOSITS
COURSE FEES: $3000.00 USD
DEPOSIT: $1000 USD (Payment must be made to secure your place in ANY program)
*Application must be submitted & accepted before any deposit can be made.
*Payment plans for balance can be made after deposits are made.
*Please ensure if using PayPal all fees are covered by yourself including Credit Card Fees.
*Students who wish to travel solo must be connected with another student or full time chaperone. AAFTA may provide options upon request.
ACCOMMODATION
*Accommodation (if required is varied costs depending on time of year)
*Accommodation is a separate cost and options can be provided to students based on budget. *Accommodation Guide will be included upon acceptance.
BOOK A CONSULTATION
BOOK A FREE 15 MIN CONSULTATION TO DICUSS YOUR GOALS AND HOW AAFTA CAN HELP YOU ACHIEVE THEM.