FAQ
Classes are divided by discipline (on camera, acting, musical theatre, comedy, etc), age/grade, and by session (Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer) typically meeting once per week. Weekly class sessions range from 4 weeks to 10 weeks.
Youth Intensive Courses range from 2 weeks to 15 weeks. Youth Summer Intensives meet daily Monday – Friday for 2-4 weeks. Our ensemble-based Production Intensives (plays and musicals) meet weekly or bi-weekly for up to 15 weeks and culminate in one or multiple performances.
Most classes are taught by 1 instructor. Workshops, Advanced Classes, and Intensives may include guest instructors or a rotation of instructors throughout the course.
For more details on what to expect from a class, please contact the ATC office: 847.251.8710 | programs@actorstrainingcenter.com
Our workshops vary between one-day intensives to multi-week programs based on instructor availability and course goals.
All workshops are instructed by industry professionals working in fields including: casting directors, talent agents, working actors and voiceover talent, artistic directors of theatres, acting coaches, etc. Our workshops are purely educational & are in no way a guarantee of employment.
Most workshops require students to prepare material prior to the start of class. Materials are distributed by the ATC office a few days in advance of class or the submission deadline, simulating the timeline given to working actors receiving materials for an audition. It is integral to come as prepared as possible to these workshops – as prepared as you would be for a real audition.
You are welcome to bring in a headshot/resume for a workshop, although there is no guarantee the instructor will collect them.
Visit the class page for the course you are interested in. Click “Add to Cart” for each course you would like to enroll in. Click “View Cart” and fill out the form with your information. Click “Get Started!” and a member of our team will be in touch with you a soon as possible.
All courses require a non-refundable deposit, equal to 30% of the tuition for classes, and 50% of the tuition for workshops to reserve your spot.
30% of the tuition rate for classes is considered a non-refundable deposit. If you cancel or drop out for any reason more than 2 weeks prior to the start date of classes, a refund of the tuition amount minus the non-refundable deposit can be credited to you.
Cancellations less than 2 weeks before the start date of classes are fully non-refundable.
Due to their specific nature, workshops are fully non-refundable.
The best reason to take an acting class is simply wanting to learn! Whether you’re looking for top techniques, a place to meet friends, or just want to try something new, acting classes are for everyone.
Trouble feeling inspired? Take a look at our blog post: Why Should I Take An Acting Class?!
Industry-grade training shouldn’t be limited to downtown Chicago. Actors Training center is committed to bridging the gap between the training actor & the expectations of the industry. 100% of ATC’s teachers and guest instructors are working industry professionals. With options from middle school through adult curriculum, ATC makes industry-grade training accessible to any student.
1-on-1 coaching is available to students preparing specific material for an upcoming audition of any kind (theatre, TV, film, college, etc.).
ATC does not offer weekly private lessons.
Contact us to schedule a coaching session: (847) 251-8710 | programs@actorstrainingcenter.com
Yes! We offer personalized payment plans to anyone who needs them.
For all regular classes and workshops, tuition must be paid in full before the start date of class.
For CAC and Musical Theatre Intensives, which are courses that extend beyond 10 weeks of instruction, tuition must be paid in full before the halfway point of classes is reached.
Please note that to register for a class, a 30% tuition deposit is required upon enrollment to secure a student’s spot, and for workshops, a 50% tuition deposit is required.
Yes! Scholarships are available to students on a per-class or per-workshop basis.
Scholarships are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. ATC’s Scholarship Committee aims to financially assist all students in need, but tuition coverage cannot be guaranteed.
Scholarship applications and all related materials must be submitted no later than two weeks prior to the start of a class or workshop.
For more information and to view the terms of agreement for receiving a scholarship, please visit our Scholarship Page.
To submit a scholarship application, email programs@actorstrainingcenter.com with the name of the student and the class or workshop you are applying for
At ATC, the health and safety of our community is our top priority! CDC guidelines updated on March 10, 2025, suggest practicing core prevention strategies, such as staying up to date with COVID-19 vaccines and staying home when sick. ATC encourages all students to be vaccinated, and to stay home from class or wear a mask when feeling unwell or showing symptoms of illness. Proof of vaccination is not required upon enrollment.