Acting Professionally

History

Acting Professionally began in 1997 when I was approached by my local agent to see if I would teach on-camera acting classes as he felt there was a need in the SD area. Initially one adult class was offered weekly and over the course of 16 years Acting Professionally has grown to include kids and teens classes and two levels of adult classes as well as an annual showcase, kids and teens summer camps, participation in the 48 Hour Film Festival and many guest workshops from industry professionals. We are frequently approached by casting directors, independent and student filmmakers to submit our students for auditions. The success rate of students - in terms of acquiring an agent or manager or roles in films - is very high - nearly 80% of showcase participants are approached following showcase.

Specialties

Acting Professionally - where training meets opportunity - specializes in on-camera film and television acting training. Beginning February 2020 we will have openings in our Thursday Adult Intro class and on March 22 will have openings in all additional classes at both the Sorrento Valley and North Park locations. In addition to professional level classes, and guidance in the