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We believe that the purpose of an acting school is to get you working professionally. And that begins with Professional Level training. Training that has worked for over 70 years and continues to work today, for a new generation of actors. Overseen by Martin Barter, a master teacher, you will be taught one of the strongest acting foundations available today. Our commitment to Sandy’s legacy is to maintain the technique as he left it behind. We come from a rich history and deep tradition, as noted by The New York Times, Backstage, and Variety.

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Shalonda Shaw
"...I know what I'm capable of as an actor, and that is a wonderful feeling."
Juliene Winborne
" I had taken numerous acting classes, but none of them fully embodied what I was looking for."
Clayton Bury
"I learned to quiet my overactive mind, and to simplify my process by following my heart."
Mikhail Suvorov
"The Meisner technique, unlike anything I've done before, is something you can't pull through just sliding on the surface."
Vanessa Parker
Vanessa Parker
"...this class shows you that you can go straight to the heart and the emotion"
Alex Montalban
Alex Montalban
"However seemingly simplistic Sandy's method may appear, this school is not for the faint of heart..."
Menen Basha
"I’m not quite sure where to begin because so much of this experience is too big to summarize..."
Torrey Drake
"...my ability to utterly connect and live in the moment is second nature to me."
DeShaude Barner
"The 2 years spent learning from Martin and Ranjiv are something I will never forget... "
Zachary Gordon
"...it has been an emotionally exhausting journey, but beyond rewarding."
Michael Roshangah
"I found that I am stronger than I gave myself credit for."
Nerlyn Jean
"A true challenge and commitment, it was the best decision I made for my career thus far."
Nina Umpierrez
"Completing this program has left me feeling ready and excited to go out and get what I need!"
Albert Emery
"I am a better communicator as a result of speaking from my heart."
Damith Warnasuriya
"...this is not a class that you sign up for but more like a life course that challenges you..."
DeRon Horton
..."the emotional capacity of which i am able to reach now I cannot see myself gaining somewhere else"
Danielle Vega
"I felt I needed a class of Meisner caliber to have in my repertoire to take me to the next level of my career."
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Yisreal Dubov
"...not only did I walk away with an incredible training in acting; I walked away with a family, and memories that will last a lifetime"
Tanner Risner
"You have no idea what this class can do for you."
Brandon Quinn
"I have worked so much more since studying at the Meisner Center..."
Star Don
"Look another person dead in the eye and just FEEL. It’s the simplest yet hardest thing to do."
Bryan Shilowich
"You learn to stop “trying” to “act” and instead learn how to feel your deepest emotions..."
Jacob Dimenstein
"...my advice to you would be to be open to the possibilities."
Channing McKindra
"This is the work that I imagined doing when I first decided to become an actor years ago..."
Cameren Foley
"This class is definitely not the easy route..."
Alexandra Dunmore
"I am astounded that I thought I knew how to act before this class."
Matthan Harris
"This is without a doubt the best acting class I’ve ever taken."
Tanya Bettencourt
"I used to think showing vulnerability was a weakness. Not anymore."
Jada Merritt
"...know what it is that you need and fucking go get it!!!
Jonathan Freudman
"This is not a Mickey Mouse class, this is serious acting, this is MEISNER.”
Michael Campion
"...other acting classes don’t teach the right skills in the right order, nor do they have the patience to train them fully."
Heidi Shon
"The Meisner Center gave me a process to work with that I was desperately seeking."
Sierra Smith
"..I learned that ACTING IS NOT ABOUT ACTING."
Stacey Danger
"The amount of growth I’ve had in nine months far surpasses that of all other studios I’ve trained at combined."
Nicole J Butler
Alessandro Marino
"This class cuts the bull*** and tells you the truth..."
Johannes Aspegren
"The Meisner technique allowed me to really see my progress."
Amir Hasan
"It did not take long for me to realize that my brain was the biggest obstacle holding me back..."
Andrew Carter
"It was by far the most challenging educational and artistic experience of my life."
Christina Ramirez
"...there is nothing like seeing yourself grow into the person you always were meant to be..."
Jule Johnson
"I walk away proud, thankful, and immensely confident with the person I’ve become"

Online Self Tape Workshop

Level 1 Intensive May 12th - Los Angeles

Our next Level 1 Intensive will begin on May 12th and runs for 5 weeks. Class meets Monday through Friday, from 3pm to 6pm and covers the first three months of the traditional Meisner training.

The cost of the class is $945 for all 25 classes. 

Email or call to schedule an Interview.

New 2nd Year Traditional Program - Los Angeles

Our next 2nd-year Traditional Program will begin in April of 2025. Students who’ve trained in traditional 1st year Meisner training can be considered for our program. 

The cost of the class cost $315 per month.

Email or call to schedule an Interview.

Myths of Online Acting Training
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Free In-Person Introductory Session Los Angeles - Friday May 9th at 7pm

Join us for this hands-on session that details what the Meisner technique is. You’ll experience the same exercises taught to every beginning student and leave with a deeper understanding of the technique, as well as acting.
Email to reserve your spot.

How to pick a Meisner Teacher
Interviewing with different schools is the best way to find the right teacher for you.
Here are questions you should be asking them. 

How to choose your Meisner teacher.

You should interview with different schools and teachers to find the best fit for your training. Here are a number of questions you can ask during the interview process. Read More

Acting Certificate Program

These classes meet twice a week, for 9 months. This is the full Meisner Technique as it’s been taught for over 25 years by Martin Barter. Read More