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This Summer, Be One
Of
Our Rising Stars

Reserve your spot at our youth acting
program on our Los Angeles campus

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Qualify for Scholarships & Waived Application Fee

for The Academy's 2020 Summer Youth Program

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Space is limited. The exclusive application code waives the $25 USD Summer Youth Program application fee and qualifies you for scholarship opportunities.

Experience our World-Renowned Training in the Heart of Hollywood

The Academy's Conservatory for Young Actors (ACYA) is a four-week summer intensive for students ages 12-16. The program is taught by the same professional and encouraging instructors who oversee The Academy's prestigious two-year Full-Time Conservatory Program. ACYA's mission is to provide a solid foundation for young actors who desire to strengthen their skills and develop new techniques to excel at the craft of acting. Each year's program concludes with The Academy's Rising Stars presentation for faculty, family and friends.

Acting, Musical Theatre, Improv, Stage Combat, Filmmaking and more.


Previous
students have
experienced...

Exclusive Jim Henson
behind-the-scenes studio tour
VIP tickets to
Hollywood events
Training by Hollywood's top
special effects makeup artists
Write, direct and star in an
Academy produced short film

and more:

  • Professional headshots
  • VIP movie screenings
  • Backstage tour of the world famous Dolby Theatre
  • Shakespeare in the Park and special events

"The team was spectacular, and we were so impressed! Our son was thrilled with the experience." - Fabio. T (Sao Paulo, Brazil)

"The program meant so much to my daughter. She not only loved being there, she met some wonderful people. The experience was phenomenal and her passion to be in this industry has grown even greater." - Amy E. (Oregon City, Oregon)

"I just want to tell you how grateful we are for your dedication and hard work. You and your wonderful staff have created a very special program. We made some life long friends and can't wait to come back!" - Lisa M. (Iowa City, Iowa)

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