Lights, Camera... Applause!

Applause-produced films routinely go viral, attracting millions of views within days of release. In addition to acting, Applause Film Acting students participate in the entire filmmaking process, from developing story lines to final screening at a real movie theater. Filmmaking is the perfect vehicle for all kids (no matter what age) to find their voices, whether they are already aspiring actors, possess huge personalities or fall on the quiet side.

Make Your Own TV Series (K-2nd Grade)

Does your kid have funny, inventive ideas that are perfect for the small screen? Or maybe they’d love to star in a TV show like The Worst Witch or Stranger Things? This is their chance to create and act in an original Applause New York series! The students learn to audition for roles, how to […]
AVAILABLE SESSIONS:
Grade k - 2
Mondays (3:30-4:30)

Make Your Own Movie (K-2nd Grade)

Whether your child is full of personality and ready to be on TV, or is just starting to come out of their shell, this one-of-a-kind film creation class is right for them! The students learn to audition for roles and are launched onto a real film set experience! They will learn the basics of acting […]
AVAILABLE SESSIONS:
Grade k - 2
Tuesdays (4:00-5:00) Fridays (3:30-4:30) Saturdays (10:30-11:30)

Make Your Own Movie (2nd-4th Grade)

This class is for the 2nd-4th grader who is ready to take their TV/Film training to the next level. The students will learn how to audition for roles and develop characters, and then are launched onto a real film set experience! They will work with trained professionals to create three short films. At the end […]
AVAILABLE SESSIONS:
Grade 2 - 4
Tuesdays (4:00-5:00) Fridays (4:15-5:15) Saturdays (11:45-12:45)

Make Your Own TV Series (2nd-4th Grade)

Does your kid have funny, inventive ideas that are perfect for the small screen? Or maybe they’d love to star in a TV show like The Worst Witch or Stranger Things? This is their chance to create and act in an original Applause New York series! The students learn to audition for roles, how to […]
AVAILABLE SESSIONS:
Grade 2 - 4
Mondays (4:00-5:00)

Make Your Own TV Series (4th-6th Grade)

Does your kid have funny, inventive ideas that are perfect for the small screen? Or maybe they’re the next Millie Bobby Brown or Iain Armitage? The students learn to audition for roles, develop characters, and are launched onto a real TV studio experience! This is their chance to create and act in an original Applause […]
AVAILABLE SESSIONS:
Grade 4 - 6
Mondays (5:15-6:15) Thursdays (4:15-5:15)

Audition Technique for Film and TV (4th-8th Grade)

Ready to take your acting career to the next level? This class will help you master auditioning for film and television in the professional world. Each actor will be coached by trained professionals, working with material hand-selected to suit their unique personality and level. By the end of the class, you will have professional footage […]
AVAILABLE SESSIONS:
Grade 4 - 8
Thursdays (5:30-6:30)

Ultimate Agent Workshop

Ready to take your acting career to the next level? Join us for this 4 week workshop which includes professional headshots, 1-on-1 coaching, and culminates in meeting some of NY’s top agents! Join in on the Applause success – Many actors who have taken part in this workshop have signed with top talent agents in […]
AVAILABLE SESSIONS:
Grade 2 - 12
Saturdays (1:00-3:00)

Make Your Own Movie (6th-8th Grade)

This class brings our film curriculum to the next level for middle schoolers! After auditioning for roles and getting cast in parts, students will be launched onto a real film set to experience the electrifying world of movie-making! This level will build further on the basics of acting on-camera, including characterization, scene building, as well […]
AVAILABLE SESSIONS:
Grade 6 - 8
Tuesdays (5:00-6:30)

The Filmmaker Experience (9th-12th Grade)

With half a dozen films currently circulating in major film festivals, winning a top prize at the All American High School Film Festival, this immersive and innovative class is the quintessential program for serious high-school students looking to take the plunge into all aspects of filmmaking and acting for the camera! With the help of […]
AVAILABLE SESSIONS:
Grade 9 - 12
Wednesdays (5:00-7:00)