This two-week intensive sharpens your acting skills through focused training, exciting master classes, and monologue work, while also exploring the business of acting. You’ll leave with greater confidence, teamwork, and professional awareness.
Grades 9–12
This intensive, conservatory-style program designed to strengthen your foundation and ignite your passion for performance. Over two weeks, you’ll work closely with experienced professionals, in a hands-on, technique-driven environment, building skill and confidence through daily practice and guided exploration while refining your understanding of the acting process.
Develop your performance skills and stage presence in a creative, collaborative and supportive environment. From high-energy acting games to exciting scene work, you’ll discover how to express yourself honestly, collaborate with others, and truly connect with your audience. The program is ideal for students with some acting experience who are ready to build upon their skills and grow more confident on stage.
Typical Day
Final Day
A highlight of the program is a visit from the Conservatory of Theatre Arts, providing students with valuable insight into Conservatory acting programs and the audition and admissions process.
Program Details
YTH 9156 / Acting Intensive
Session II: (2 weeks) July 13 - 24, 2026
Monday – Friday, 9:30am – 3:30 pm (10 sessions)
$1,200 for the first registration
$1,080 for the second registration in the family, Purchase College employees, and alumni, Broadview families, and Pepsi employees.
For a well-rounded summer, add Acting on Camera Workshop to maximize your performance experience.
Instructor
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Lead Instructor
Interested in Undergraduate Theatre Programs at Purchase College?
Check out the acting BFA program (recently chosen as a top 25 Acting College by Backstage), the theatre and performance BA program, and the theatre design/technology BFA program in the Conservatory of Theatre Arts.