Celebrating 125 Years of Excellence. Founded in 1884, the First and Finest Acting School in America.
▶ What Students Say
August Wittgenstein (01:38)
August Wittgenstein, Class of '07 at the New York campus, speaks about digging deep in order to be true to yourself and your craft. "Once you visit the Academy, you'll never have a doubt: this is the place to study acting."
Natalie Johnson (02:17)
Natalie Johnson, Class of '06 at the New York campus describes classical training that helps you grow not only as an actor, but also as a person. "The professors want the best for you and know how to take you to the next step. If you have a dream you should go for it. The Academy is the place."
Jason Pickens (02:03)
Jason Pickens, Class of '06 at the New York campus speaks about set design, self-fulfillment as an artist and the focus of the faculty on craft they inspire. "You work alongside some of the best young actors and the most amazing professors."
LA Students Speak (04:30)
Students at the Los Angeles campus Kathy Thomas-Aldrich, Ryan Beard, Jenna Shaw and Brian Robinson speak about the advantages of studying in Hollywood at a drama school where so many illustrious alumni first made their mark.