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Intro to Acting

Intro to Acting

Date: January 17, 2026 9:00 am - February 28, 2026 11:00 am

Location: Phoenix Center For The Arts

Available Slots: 12/12

Instructor: Tom Noga

Description: This class is designed as an introduction to the craft of acting for those who have little or no training and wish to develop a solid foundation upon which they can continue to build their skills. Actors with previous experience at any level are welcome to join this class as a path to reconnect to essential skills or develop skills they may not have previously explored.

Materials: There are no required equipment or supplies. Students should wear comfortable clothes that allow freedom of movement. As we progress with scene work, students may bring wardrobe or basic props as needed.

Prerequisite: No experience required

Duration: 7 weeks

Ages: 18+

Cost: $140.00

Intro to On-Camera Acting

Intro to On-Camera Acting

Date: January 17, 2026 11:30 am - February 28, 2026 1:30 pm

Location: Phoenix Center For The Arts

Available Slots: 12/12

Instructor: Tom Noga

Description: This class is designed for Actors with some basic training (academic or theatrical) who wish to learn to adapt their skill sets to fit the film, TV and video mediums.
We will incorporate scene study work from a perspective of the camera lens. As part of our work, we will become familiar with understanding camera direction, various camera movements, working within the frame and adjusting vocal and physical elements to meet the requirements of the medium.
We will learn the art of the “self-tape”, the currently preferred method of auditions in the film and television industries.
Also, we will learn how to develop a “Demo Reel”, the modern day actor’s calling card.

Materials: No specific equipment or supplies needed. Students may bring wardrobe and basic props as needed for their scenes. Students may also bring usb thumb drives if they wish to save copies of their work.

Prerequisite: Students should have at least some beginning level acting class experience.

Duration: 7 weeks

Ages: 18+

Cost: $140.00

Scene Study

Scene Study

Date: January 20, 2026 6:30 pm - May 26, 2026 9:00 pm

Location: Phoenix Center For The Arts

Available Slots: 12/12

Instructor: Tom Noga

Description: We will do deep-level explorations and analyses of scripts and specific scenes which will help actors achieve more meaningful and personal connections to the essence of their characters.
Scene study helps actors stay sharp and focused on the development of their craft by re-enforcing foundational skills while discovering and developing new skills. The goal is for these skills to become instinctual so that the actor is always prepared for auditions, performances or personal challenges in their craft.

Materials: Any wardrobe or basic props the actor would like to use.

Prerequisite: This class is designed for intermediate and more advanced level actors with previous training and experience.

Duration: 19 weeks

Ages: 18+

Cost: $350.00