Acting School for Stage, Film & Television with Campuses in New York and Los Angeles | The American Academy of Dramatic Arts


The Academy’s alumni have been honored with
an unprecedented 112 Oscar®, 359 Emmy®
and 102 Tony® nominations.

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Your Passion

Perfect your storytelling craft
with 60+ performance opportunities.

Acting for
Stage & Screen

The Academy teaches that the discipline of acting
deserves great depth in order to truly connect
to the heart of the character’s emotion.

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ACT, Sing, Dance!

Introducing Acting for Musical Theatre,
a new area of emphasis.

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Open House Events

We’re rolling out the red carpet for you at our landmark campuses. Hear from instructors and alumni and go behind the scenes to experience what makes The Academy such a special place.

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Company Performances

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Theatre Company Performances

See the next generation of award-winning actors. The Academy Company is a select group of third-year students who showcase their talent with a new season of performances.

New York Company & Showtimes
Los Angeles Company & Showtimes

Full-Time Program

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Full-Time Program

Our world-renowned Full-Time Conservatory Program is a two-year performance-based experience. Our graduates receive intensive training to master stage and screen.

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Summer Programs

Take Your Training to a New Level This Summer

Summer Programs

Take your acting to the next level this summer and experience our legendary training from the industry’s most respected instructors. Choose a program customized just for you.

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Youth Acting Program

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Youth Acting Program

For ages 12-16, The Academy's Conservatory for Young Actors (ACYA) is a fun, four-week summer intensive for stage and screen training at our Los Angeles campus.

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