Located at 738A Bank St., between First & Second Ave., in the heart of the Glebe, our downtown Studio offers a wide range of acting and musical theatre classes for all ages.
Our Kanata studio is located at 329 March Road, right above the Home Hardware. The door to the second level is located to the right of the entrance to Home Hardware.
Welcome to Ottawa Acting Studios, where your acting journey begins! Whether you're taking your first steps on stage, thinking of acting as a hobby or profession, or simply want to have fun and challenge yourself, our dedicated team of experienced instructors is here to guide you every step of the way.
Join Our Community: Be part of a supportive and creative environment where you can grow, learn, and connect with fellow acting enthusiasts. Our doors are open to everyone with a passion for performance!
Each summer, Kanata Acting Studio offers a variety of exciting summer camps for children and teens! From creative drama camps for younger children to advanced performance camps for older kids and teens, our programs are designed to meet students at their skill level. In a fun and encouraging environment, participants explore the performing arts, work with talented professional instructors, build confidence, make new friends, and grow as performers.
Join us this summer for an unforgettable experience!
Sundays
6:00 - 7:45 PM
March 16 - April 27
7 weeks / Adults / $225
Instructor: John Muggleton
KANATA STUDIO
Sunday Night Improv focuses on the fundamental concept of “Yes, And” in improvisation. Through group exercises and games, participants will delve into impulse and spontaneity, active listening, staying present in the moment, taking risks, and most of all, having a blast!
Mondays
7:00 - 9:30
March 17 - April 28
7 weeks + showcase
Director: John Muggleton
Adults / $310
Have you ever wanted to write a play and see it come to life on stage? This course is your opportunity to develop your own short play and showcase it in a live performance! This hands-on course is designed for aspiring and emerging playwrights eager to refine their storytelling skills. Over the duration of the course, participants will work on crafting 10-minute plays, exploring character development, dialogue, pacing, and theatrical structure.
Tuesdays
7:00 - 9:00 PM
February 18 - April 1
* No class March 11 (March Break)
6 weeks
Adults
Instructor: Laurel Smith
The Art of the Scene: Exploring Dramatic Two-Person Scenes
Step into the world of high-stakes storytelling in The Art of the Scene, a dynamic acting class focused on dramatic two-person scenes. Through in-depth character exploration, emotional connection, and script analysis, participants will learn how to bring authenticity and depth to their performances.
Thursdays
7:00 - 9:00 PM
March 6 - April 17
6 weeks / Adults / $265
Instructor: John Muggleton
KANATA STUDIO
Whether you're a complete beginner or have some previous experience, this course is designed to give you a solid foundation in the craft of acting. Over the course of six weeks, we'll explore a range of topics and techniques that will help you develop your skills as an actor. Dive into scene work, improv and audition techniques as well as experiencing aspects of the Meisner Technique.
Improv & Comedy
Saturdays
10:00-11:30 AM
March 22 - May 3
7 weeks
Ages: 7 - 10 yrs
Instructor: Sophia Avisar
The Theatre Showcase
Saturdays
12:00 - 1:30 PM
March 22 - May 3
7 weeks
Ages 9 - 12
Instructor: Sophia Avisar
Saturday classes to foster creativity.
Mondays
4:30 - 6:00 PM
January 6 - February 17
7 weeks
Ages 7 - 10
Instructor: Sophia Avisar
KANATA STUDIO
Unleash your creativity and step into the captivating world of acting with our dynamic course designed specifically for aspiring young performers aged 7 - 10. "Jump into Acting" is a fun and engaging introduction to the fundamental principles of acting, tailored to ignite your passion for the stage. As with all our youth classes, we create a fun, social and safe space for learning and being creative.
Wednesdays
4:30 - 6:00 PM
January 8 - February 19
7 weeks
Ages 9 - 12
Instructor: Sophia Avisar
KANATA STUDIO
$245
Unleash your creativity and step into the captivating world of acting with our dynamic course designed specifically for aspiring young performers aged 9 - 12. The young actors learn the fundamental principles of acting, tailored to ignite their passion for the stage. Kids will experience theatre games, improv, team building skills and so much more!
Thursdays
4:30 - 6:00 PM
January 9 - February 20
7 weeks
Ages 12 - 15
Instructor: Murph Hickey
KANATA STUDIO
$245
Our showcase course is perfect for those wanting to work on short plays, push thier acting to new heights and discover what it's like to get in front of an audience. In this 7-week course, the young actors will be cast in a play or series of very short plays playing different characters, fully rehearse it and then take part in a live performance in the studio on the last class for an invited audience.
Michael Shurtleff
" Starting out with zero acting experience felt like quite a leap, but the intro to acting class was the perfect way to test the waters. Not only was the class painless, it was so much fun. I've enjoyed all the classes I've taken since the first intro class."
- Shannon C.
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