NEW MEXICO ACTING CAMPS & CLASSES
Camps and classes for New Mexico kids, teens, and adults that have a special focus on acting in the theatre. Many of these New Mexico acting education programs also focus on singing, dancing and music. Most programs present a performance on the last day of classes. Most of the camps are day camps, but some are residential.
Contact each individual organization via their website for updated program date, place, and registration information.
New Mexico Young Actors
Albuquerque, NM area
Our mission is to develop an appreciation of theater in our region through performances of plays and musicals for children by children, and to educate youth and the general public in the theater arts through drama classes and training while building relationships with parents, teachers, schools, and the community.
NMYA trains youth of all ages in the performing arts across a variety of disciplines.
MAJOR PRODUCTION TRACK
Ages 9 to 19
Students who wish to perform in one of our major theater productions begin by completing the Drama I class. This semester-long class introduces actors to the fundamentals of stage acting and prepares actors for the rigor of our major productions. While many students come to NMYA with prior acting experience, we require completion of Drama I before moving on to Advanced Drama.
Actors in Advanced Drama perform in one or more of our seven annual major productions. All actors enrolled in Advanced Drama each semester are given a role in one of our shows.
THEATER CLASSES
Ages 9 to 19
These classes offer focused instruction in specific areas of the performing arts. If you are looking to get your child started now on their performing arts path, these classes are for you. If your child wishes there could be more rehearsal time for their production, these classes are for you. The 8-week sessions are open enrollment, so your child may begin at any point. If you register your child in the middle of an ongoing session, call our office to arrange a prorated fee.
Website: https://www.nmyoungactors.org
Actors Space
Albuquerque, NM area
Actors Space offers acting classes for Adults and Teens, and for all experience levels from absolute beginners to working TV pros. Whatever your acting background, dreams, and career goals, we have a fit for you. And we love newbies!
We offer free audits for all of our active classes - But if we are between sessions, or if you prefer, you can also schedule a free 15 minute zoom with Lauren herself, to answer any questions or hesitations.
And if you already know where you want to start - sign up now, before spaces run out! We can't wait to welcome you to class.
Adult Acting Basics
With all of the productions popping up in ABQ, you may have thought to yourself, that would be funbut then thought of the 5 million reasons why you cant. Now is the right time to realize that dream. This class is the perfect way to get started.
First of all - IT IS FUN. When I first started acting it was all about the homework - breaking scenes down, figuring things out. Not in this class. You are on your feet and working every week. Improv games, cold reading, and scene work. No memorization, no rehearsing. The essential core of acting is listening, reacting, and simply being yourself. Feeling nervous and self conscious is common but obviously will impede any performance.
My years of training have provided me a way of getting actors to relax and open up to possibility. Most of all I love seeing what is holding an actor back and finding a creative way to just open up and allow a sense of freedom. No experience necessary, just a passion for acting and a willingness to play.
Adult Continuing Actors
This class is a continuation for actors who have studied with me before, or those who have had some previous training. It is a combination of improv, scene study, and cold reading, plus some auditioning and monologues.
Let's face it, every actor has a sweet spot, something they are great at which will get them cast. I am not really interested in practicing what you already know. Let's dig for the things you aren't as comfortable with. We dive deeper into character, relationships, how to get to emotion when you aren't feeling it and figuring out the moment before so you know how to jump into a scene.
My main outlook on acting is, it's supposed to be fun! I maintain that in my teaching process. The attitude of play allows you to open up, risk and experiment. I am so looking forward to continuing our expansion.
Professional Scene-Study & Auditioning
PLEASE CONFIRM WITH LAUREN BEFORE SIGNING UP! Email actorsspaceabq@gmail.com to make sure this class is the right fit for you!
My philosophy is that acting is an art. All too often actors take a class, and then sit and wait for the phone to ring. How will you ever be able to be ready for that big part if you are not working and perfecting your craft? Every other art form has to continually work at their profession. Dancers, artists, sculptors, musicians, and writers. The same is true for actors.
This class will challenge and see how far you can stretch yourself. Too often when we are asked to audition, the fear blinds us into thinking about what THEY want. Or even worse, striving for perfection. Both of those approaches will essentially block out any individuality and leave your unique voice silent. Bringing forth what makes you YOU is the exactly what makes an actor stand out.
I specialize in helping actors overcome their nerves and making strong choices that only you could make. If you are stuck in rut, or just simply not booking enough, come play and expand your range. Stay sharp and be ready for that next big job. Plus, have a lot of fun.
This class includes on-camera, tv & film work, as well as in-depth scene-study and auditioning technique.
Website: https://www.actorsspaceabq.com
Act Up Studios
Albuquerque, NM area
We focus on acting for film & tv and on-camera audition technique. We want to help you be at your very best, whether it be in your auditions or on set. We make it our mission to help you understand everything you'll need to know!
Some things we will cover: audition technique for the camera, cold reading, how to prepare, script breakdown/analysis, eyelines, action, making strong specific choices, slating, the right headshot, self submitting, getting an agent and more!
All classes are on camera and every student works on-camera every class!
17 AND UNDER
So your kid wants to be an actor...Now what?
Some things we will cover: audition technique for the camera, cold reading, how to prepare, script breakdown/analysis, eyelines, action, making strong specific choices, slating, the right headshot, self submitting, getting an agent and more!
This class is one on one and taught by Arianne Martin via ZOOM.
Website: https://www.actupstudios.com
Santa Fe Playhouse
Santa Fe, NM area
PLAYHOUSE STUDIO: An education program from Santa Fe Playhouse
An actor’s gym where artists stretch their creative muscles and tone their craft.
Training in theatre-related skills can enhance our compassion and empathy. We will learn, investigate, experiment, and grow together at the Playhouse Studio.
YOUTH THEATRE: A pre-professional Shakespeare and Audition Intensive
Students ages 12–17 are welcome to experience a three-week intensive focused on pre-career training in theatre, from audition to performance. Industry mentors lead workshops in audition training, career paths, and acting techniques. During the intensive, students will mount a production, prepare an audition monologue, have a headshot session, and be enveloped by the enriching art of theatre. Each student will leave with a digital headshot, personalized resume, and having encountered a condensed application of theater from concept to performance.
Website: https://santafeplayhouse.org
Roswell Community Little TheatreR
Roswell, NM area
The performing arts can make us feel: exhilarated, nostalgic, entertained, joyous, etc. But they can also help us succeed, as students, professionals, and citizens of the world.
KAPS of RCLT focuses on theater education for the youth of Roswell, NM. Helping students find their passions at an early age and guiding them further along to drive that passion is at the Heart of Our Mission!Studies show that students who are involved in regular artistic instruction are:
- 3 times more likely to win an award for school attendance
- 4 times more likely to be recognized for academic achievement
- less likely to drop out of school
- more than twice as likely to graduate college
Semester Classes
Rising Stars is geared to students 3yrs to 5yrs of age. This class explores beginning levels of creativity, expression, and rhythm, and is a 6 week “Mommy and Me” class. Get started early with the joys of creativity. Learn critical skills: imagination, creativity, collaboration, language arts, and even math.
Enchantment Company is geared for 3rd to 6th graders. The camp is a presentation camp during which a play is produced.
Cover-Up Company is geared for 7th to 12th graders. This is also a performance camp.
Website: https://roswelltheatre.com
RESOURCES
Of course a website cannot tell you all the information you need to know about preparing yourself to be an actor: unions, contracts, agents, casting, auditions, and the myriads of other things actors should learn about the acting business.
Below are a number of resources that will help you learn about such things to get you on the right road to becoming a successful actor.
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