IN-STUDIO TRAINING
ADULT
launching international stars since 1997
Our adult training starts at the Introduction to On Camera Performance level for beginners and builds up to our Core Acting V. We're very specific when placing actors in training to ensure that they are growing and challenging themselves alongside their peers. Our goal is not only to get your work up to industry standard, but to ensure that it is competitive as quickly as possible. We want to see our actors work + get paid for it.
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INTRODUCTION TO ON CAMERA PERFORMANCE
This is entry level training that has served as the launching pad for many AAS star alum. Aspiring actors will be given a comprehensive set of tools to create organic and compelling storytelling within the frame. The curriculum introduces language, methodology and a practical guide to meeting the expectations of the working professional through assigned material explored on camera.
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REQUIREMENTS:
There are no requirements, anyone can join!
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18hrs | $549+HST
UPCOMING SESSIONS
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DAY
2:00PM - 5:00PM
1st Session
March 9 - March 25
Mondays & Wednesdays
2nd Session
April 14 - April 30
Tuesdays & Thursdays
3rd Session
May 26 - June 11
Tuesdays & Thursdays
4th Session
July 7 - July 23
Tuesdays & Thursdays
NIGHT
6:30PM - 9:30PM
1st Session
March 16 - April 27*
Mondays
*no class Apr 6
2nd Session
March 24 - April 28
Tuesdays
3rd Session
May 26 - June 11
Tuesdays & Thursdays
4th Session
July 6 - July 22
Mondays & Wednesdays
CORE ACTING I (12 week)
This is foundational on-camera training. With a mix of practical and theoretical learning, Core Acting I focuses on scene and character study, translating action within the frame, and discovering each actor's range. Ideal for actors who are looking to translate theatre training into compelling screen technique, or for actors with previous experience in Film and TV study.
REQUIREMENTS:
Previous on-camera training, or successful advancement from Introduction to On Camera Performance.
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36hrs | $999+hst*
*$550 deposit upon enrollment
10% ACTRA discount available.
UPCOMING SESSIONS
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DAY
2:00PM - 5:00PM
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1st Session
March 24 - April 30
Tuesdays & Thursdays
2nd Session
May 25 - July 6*
Mondays & Wednesdays
*no class July 1
3rd Session
September 7 - October 19*
Mondays & Wednesdays
*no class October 12
3rd Session
November 3 - December 10
Tuesdays & Thursdays
NIGHT
6:30PM - 9:30PM
1st Session
May 25 - July 6*
Mondays & Wednesdays
*no class July 1
2nd Session
September 16 - December 9
Wednesdays
CORE ACTING I (6 week)*
*This is an abridged version of our 12-week Core Acting I course, created specifically for actors who cannot commit to the full 12 weeks at this time.
With a condensed structure, Core Acting I (6-Week) introduces foundational on-camera training through a mix of practical and theoretical learning. Actors will focus on scene and character study, translating action within the frame, and beginning to explore their individual range.
This version covers selected Core Acting I content in a shortened format. While the 12-week program offers the most comprehensive experience, this 6-week option provides a flexible alternative for those needing a compressed schedule.
REQUIREMENTS:
Previous on-camera training, or successful advancement from Introduction to On Camera Performance.
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18hrs | $599+hst*
10% ACTRA discount available.
UPCOMING SESSIONS
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1st Session
March 26 - April 30
Thursdays
6:30PM - 9:30PM
2nd Session
July 7 - July 23
Tuesdays & Thursdays
6:30PM - 9:30PM
3rd Session
August 11 - August 27
Tuesdays & Thursdays
6:30PM - 9:30PM
CORE ACTING II
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This is intermediate on-camera training focused on both audition technique and partnered scene work. Actors will build stamina and agility through a specific focus on how to use scene structure to shape dynamic performances. Ideal for actors with previous experience specific to Film and TV. Actors who are represented and actively auditioning will be considered for enrolment.
REQUIREMENTS:
Previous theoretical and practical experience specific to Film and TV, or successful completion of Core Acting I, or completion of a post-secondary theatre school program.
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36hrs | $999+hst*
*$550 deposit upon enrollment
10% ACTRA discount available.
UPCOMING SESSIONS
DAY
2:00PM - 5:00PM
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1st Session
March 23 - May 4*
Mondays & Wednesdays
*no class Apr 6
2nd Session
May 26 - July 2
Tuesdays & Thursdays
3rd Session
July 13 - August 24*
Mondays & Wednesdays
*no class August 3
NIGHT
6:30PM - 9:30PM
1st Session
May 26 - July 2
Tuesdays & Thursdays
2nd Session
July 13 - August 24*
Mondays & Wednesdays
*no class August 3
CORE ACTING III
This is intermediate on-camera training focusing on strengthening the actor's story-telling responsibility by challenging their stamina and range. Actors will work in-depth practically and theoretically on breaking down story, scene structure, identifying conflict, as well as finding spontaneity in both auditions and partnered work. Translating the actor's understanding of story into believable, compelling action is central.
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REQUIREMENTS:
Agent representation, headshot and resume, previous theoretical and practical experience and/or successful completion of Core Acting II. Admission is at the discretion of the school’s Artistic Director.
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36hrs | $999+hst*
*$550 deposit upon enrollment
10% ACTRA discount available.
UPCOMING SESSIONS
1st Session
February 27 - May 1*
*no class Apr 3
Fridays
12:00PM - 4:00PM
w/Andrea Runge
2nd Session
February 27 - May 1*
*no class Apr 3
Fridays
12:00PM - 4:00PM
w/Steven McCarthy
3rd Session
July 17 - September 11
Fridays
12:00PM - 4:00PM
EMBODYING ACTION + IMPULSE
w/Resident Coach & Instructor Steven McCarthy
Get out of your head and into your body. Discover and strengthen your instincts. Let go of overly controlling your work.
EAI is designed to activate the actor's imagination, strengthen physical and emotional impulses, and help them trust their spontaneity.

EAI focuses on developing and exploring the actor's body, breath, and voice as our key tools for translating dynamic action, relationship, subtext, and stakes within the frame. With a distinct focus on improvisation, impulse work and physical exercises, this course is all about doing rather than thinking. We'll explore how to tune into our instincts, build confidence in our own spontaneity and play within partnered work, and discover pathways to deeper emotional range. We'll see how our own habits help (or hurt) our access to character, and discover the subtextual motivations that drive people to do what they do.
This course will be adjusted and augmented for the individuals involved, while maintaining an aggressive commitment to safe-space play, and a warmth and generosity of spirit.*
*Created by Steven McCarthy
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REQUIREMENTS:
Acceptance to Core Acting II or higher, previous theoretical and practical experience specific to Film and TV, or completion of a post-secondary theatre school program.
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27hrs | $779+hst*
*$450 deposit upon enrollment
10% ACTRA discount available.
UPCOMING SESSIONS
1st Session
February 27 - May 1*
*no class Apr 3
Fridays
5:00PM - 8:00PM
2nd Session
October 16 - December 11
Fridays
5:00PM - 8:00PM
CORE ACTING IV
This is advanced on-camera training. Emphasis is placed on identifying each actor's individual strengths, weaknesses, and habits to overcome blocks and open pathways to greater range. Actors work across genres in both Film and TV content to build dynamic command of the frame and confidence in their characterization and technique. This is both partnered scene work and audition-style, stressing spontaneity, personalization, and aliveness.
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Actors who have secured professional work on-screen including large principal, guest-starring, recurring and leading roles in episodic and feature films will be considered for enrolment.
REQUIREMENTS:
Agent representation, headshot and resume, previous theoretical and practical experience and/or successful completion of Core Acting III. Admission at the discretion of both the School's Executive Director or Artistic Director.
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36hrs | $999+hst*
*$550 deposit upon enrollment
10% ACTRA discount available.
UPCOMING SESSIONs
February 23 - April 27*
Instructor: Andrea Runge
*no class Apr 6
Mondays
6:00PM - 10:00PM
SUMMER JAMS I
w/Artistic Director Susanna Fournier
Summer Jams I is process-based training focusing on opening our emotional range as actors. Through guided exploration of three core approaches: somatic experiencing, vocal work, and awareness practice, actors will expand their capacity to embody heightened emotional states and develop a deeper and more reliable connection to vulnerability and dynamic presence in their work. We will investigate the difference between body-first and psychological approaches to accessing range and how to navigate challenging emotional material safely. Actors must be prepared to work unconventionally and bring curiosity to this work - which will be highly physical and improvisational in nature. Participants should be prepared to discuss and confront current blocks in both their process and ability to access emotional range, and plan for daily homework during the duration of the training.
While this training is process-based, in select sessions we will apply our explorations to filmed work in the frame.
REQUIREMENTS:
This training is open to any AAS actors approved to train at the CA II - CA V level. All admissions are at the discretion of Artistic Director, Susanna Fournier.
28hrs | $849+hst
*$500 deposit upon enrollment
10% ACTRA discount available.
UPCOMING SESSIONS
July 14 - August 25
Tuesdays
6:00PM - 10:00PM
SUMMER JAMS II
w/Artistic Director Susanna Fournier
Summer Jams II will expand upon the three core approaches taught in Summer Jams I: somatic experiencing, vocal work, and awareness practice. Actors will refine their application of these tools while exploring emotionally challenging and charged scenes focused on heightened vulnerability and portraying altered and extreme states. Scene work will include drama, horror, action, and scenes with strong technical and emotional components to test the actor’s acuity.
While this training is process-based, there will be a greater emphasis on applying our work to filmed scenes.
REQUIREMENTS:
This training is open to any actors who have already completed Summer Jams I, or who has been approved by Artistic Director, Susanna Fournier. All admissions are at the discretion of Artistic Director, Susanna Fournier.
28hrs | $849+hst
*$500 deposit upon enrollment
10% ACTRA discount available.
UPCOMING SESSIONS
July 16 - August 27
Thursdays
6:00PM - 10:00PM
CORE ACTING V
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This is master level on-camera training. Core Acting V explores and deepens the energetic connection between the actor, the frame, and their acquired knowledge and skill to free them from pre-planning emotional responses and artificial performances. This class fosters a willingness to engage in the spontaneous, asks us to 'get real' with the tactics and behaviours that motivate human action, and challenges actors to cultivate deeper vulnerability and risk in their work. With a distinct focus on genre, the actor is invited to strengthen their stylistic range.
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Core Acting V offers the most advanced AAS students an opportunity to exercise and hone their craft. The caliber of those enrolled is closely curated to ensure students are surrounded by actors of equivalent skill - much like the onset reality.
REQUIREMENTS:
Agent representation, headshot and resume, previous theoretical and practical experience and/or successful completion of Core Acting IV. Admission at the discretion of both the School's Director and Artistic Director.
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36hrs | $999+hst*
*$550 deposit upon enrollment
10% ACTRA discount available.
UPCOMING SESSIONS
October 8 - December 3
Thursdays
6:00PM - 10:00PM
w/Susanna Fournier
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
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I started working with...Armstrong Acting Studios in 2005. 17 years later [the] Studio continues to discover, build and launch International Film and TV stars. [They're] about as good as it gets. The training offered is both relevant and practical. Actors who work with [them] get work. It’s that simple...
Nina Dobrev
Actor
Love Hard, The Vampire Diaries