Associate Degree (AOS) in Actor Training
Associate Of Occupational Studies
in Actor Training
Intensive conservatory training in Acting for Film, TV, & Theatre and Acting for Musical Theatre
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Earn Your 2-Year Associate of Occupational Studies in ActingOur two-year Associate of Occupational Studies (AOS) is an immersive, full-time conservatory experience that prepares you with the discipline, artistry, and industry knowledge essential for a lasting career in the performing arts.
Intensive Conservatory Training
All students in the two-year AOS program receive rigorous training in core acting fundamentals, including:
- The Techniques of Meisner, Hagen, Adler, Strasberg, and more
- Screen Acting Across Platforms & Genres
- Script Analysis and Character Development
- Sensory Work and Movement
- Movement training for physical freedom to transformation
- Voice and speech from fundamentals through accent and dialect work
Choose A Specialized Track To Refine Your Craft
Balancing tradition with innovation, the AOS program provides a solid foundation in acting while also allowing you to specialize in a chosen track.
ACTING FOR FILM, TELEVISION & THEATRE
- Train for the camera and the stage.
- Master authentic performance for film, TV & live theatre.
- Perform for public audiences in full stage and screen productions.
- Build an industry-ready toolkit: demo reel, headshot, casting platform profiles, and career launch plan.
ACTING FOR MUSICAL THEATRE
- Train in acting, singing and dance.
- Refine skills in jazz, tap, ballet, vocal technique, and song interpretation.
- Perform for public audiences in cabarets, developmental new works, and a full musical.
- Build an industry-ready toolkit: songbook, audition repertoire, headshot, casting platform profiles, and career launch plan.
Acting for Film, Television & Theatre
Truth lies at the heart of the Academy's actor training, shaping performances that resonate deeply with audiences. In the Acting for Film, Television & Theatre track, you'll cultivate authenticity and presence, blending time-honored techniques with contemporary approaches to bring depth, nuance, and vulnerability to every role—on stage or on screen.
With small class sizes, you'll benefit from personalized feedback that hones your craft and heightens your self-awareness. This intensive training engages your full instrument—movement, speech, voice, and sensory work—equipping you to create powerful, unforgettable performances.
Courses and Experiences Include:
- On-Camera Scene Study
- Audition Technique
- Movement, Voice & Speech, Rehearsal & Performance, Improvisation, Stage Combat, and more.
- The Actor's Career: Industry, Brand, and Business.
Acting for Musical Theatre
The most compelling musical theatre performers captivate through a seamless blend of acting, song, and dance. The Academy's Acting for Musical Theatre track prepares you to do just that.
Built on our renowned acting conservatory foundation, the program expands your training in singing, choreography, and movement, enabling you to fully embody characters in the heightened world of musical theatre. You'll refine the skills most vital to today's performers, balancing technical precision with authentic expression.
Courses and Experiences Include:
- Jazz & Ballet, Tap, and Partnering & Styles
- Music Theory for Musical Theatre
- Private Instruction in Vocal Technique
- The Musical Scene: Text to Song
- Applied Voice Studio & Vocal Ensemble
New York City is Your Campus
New York City is the marquee destination for those most serious about their training. At the Academy, you will be taught by industry professionals, shoot short films on location across the city, and perform in full-scale productions for public audiences. Wherever your path may lead, the distinction of being trained as a New York Actor signals rigor, dedication, and an unmatched level of professional training.
In addition, with NYC as your campus, the opportunities to immerse yourself in the vibrant arts and culture of the city are infinite: Shakespeare in the Park; Radio City Music Hall; the New York Public Library for the Performing Arts; Broadway. From world-class museums and concert halls to iconic events to countless historic sites — it's all within reach. There is simply no better place than New York City to train as an actor.
New York City is Your Campus
New York City is the marquee destination for those most serious about their training. At the Academy, you will be taught by industry professionals, shoot short films on location across the city, and perform in full-scale productions for public audiences. Wherever your path may lead, the distinction of being trained as a New York Actor signals rigor, dedication, and an unmatched level of professional training.
In addition, with NYC as your campus, the opportunities to immerse yourself in the vibrant arts and culture of the city are infinite: Shakespeare in the Park; Radio City Music Hall; the New York Public Library for the Performing Arts; Broadway. From world-class museums and concert halls to iconic events to countless historic sites — it's all within reach. There is simply no better place than New York City to train as an actor.