“the art of acting is to not act. once you show them more, what you show them, is in fact bad acting”

-sir anthony hopkins

ACTING CLASSES BEGIN SEPTEMBER 29th, 2026

*REGISTRATION NOW AVAILABLE!*

It’s been another fantastic summer here in Rochester, NY! With the heat and humidity in the past, your vacations all enjoyed, your kids ready to go back to school, change is finally in the air. Our acting studio is here to help you connect with your passion once again with our biggest Fall Semester yet!

GROUP ACTING CLASSES

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BASICS OF PERFORMING LEVEL 1

Saturdays, 12pm-3pm, October 3rd to November 7th, 2026

BASICS OF PERFORMING LEVEL 2

Thursdays, 6pm-9pm, October 1st to November 5th, 2026

MEISNER TECHNIQUE LEVEL 1

Tuesdays, 6pm-9pm, September 29th to November 3rd, 2026

VOICE FOR THE STAGE LEVEL 1

Sundays, 12pm-3pm, October 4th to November 8th, 2026

This semester, we’re announcing one of our biggest lineups yet! Our core classes Basics of Performing Level 1 and Meisner Technique Level 1 will both be offered again, as well as Basics of Performing Level 2! Whether you’re just getting started or a seasoned veteran of the stage, come see why Take 5 Studios has classes for students of all ages and talent levels.

Our acting studio offers acting class in Rochester, NY inside our location in Village Gate Square for all types of students. Whether you’ve already got plenty of experience, or you’re just looking to get your feet wet, we’d love to help you make your personal artistic journey possible!

RETURN OF THE TOM

Fresh off his appearance in Gin Game, our master teacher Tom Loughlin returns with a special offering for Fall! Tom brings his years of experience to Voice for the Stage Level 1, a pure technique class designed to help students master command of one of their most important acting instruments: their voice.

THE AUDITION WORKSHOP

Saturday, November 14th & Sunday, November 15th, 10am-2pm 2026

Looking to get prepped for your next big audition? Take 5 Studios can help! Our Audition Workshop is a 2-day intensive that helps students practice their monologue and cold reading skills, but also gives them a chance to experience what it’s like to cast a show! By getting a chance to sit on the other side of the table, students learn what casting directors are really looking for when you audition, and how to maximize their time inside the audition room

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STILL NOT CONVINCED?

Every journey has to start somewhere, and our studio specializes in helping create an environment that’s welcoming and challenging. Come see why Take 5 Studios is one of the best reviewed acting studios in Rochester, NY!

COME “HEAR” A PLAY

Here at Take 5 Studios, we don’t just do acting classes! It’s important that our students get a chance to put their skills to work, so we’re excited to offer our Staged Reading Series again this summer!

All our staged readings feature only Take 5 students, so come see why Take 5 Studios is one of the best reviewed acting studios in Rochester, NY!

SHOW DATES

What’s a Staged Reading?

A staged reading is simply a performance of a play where the actors are all reading directly from the script. They don’t have the same lighting, costume, and other design elements that a full play would have, although some do utilize different staging elements to tell the story!

Think of it like an audio-book that you watch!

QUESTIONS?

If you have any questions about the shows or how to get to our studio, please reach out to us at info@take5studio.com for more assistance!

We’d love to have you involved in our next Staged Reading Series!

SUMMER SEMESTER 2026

*REGISTRATION NOW AVAILABLE! CLASSES BEGIN JULY 13TH, 2026*

Summertime in Western, New York! Ahh those 3 blissful weeks where you can finally get outside without a coat or even multiple layers. Chances are you’re lining up barbecues, pool parties, and family vacations. There’s no better place to find new friends than through an acting class! If you’re not doing any of those things, or if you have some spare time between them, maybe it’s the perfect summer to meet some new people.

Since we know you’re busy, we’re doing a few Audition Workshops to help you get some work in while maintaining your busy schedule! These two-day intensives will be at select weekends over the summer, so you can practice your audition skills while theaters are setting their Fall Semester!

BASICS OF PERFORMING LEVEL 1

Mondays 6pm-9pm, July 13th to August 17th, 2026

“The studio creates a friend and inclusive environment that genuinely cares about building a strong foundation for its students…It was, without a doubt, one of the most rewarding and fulfilling experiences I’ve ever had“

–Brendon

GET STARTED ON YOUR ARTISTIC JOURNEY

This Summer, we’re yet again offering our cornerstone class Basics of Performing Level 1! This 6-week course offers skills in ensemble building, voice, movement, and text analysis to help actors get a good base level of skills as they start to explore the world of performance!

CLICK HERE TO BOOK YOUR SLOT IN BASICS OF PERFORMING LEVEL 1

AUDITION WORKSHOPS

“when you go to meetings or auditions and you fail to prepare, prepare to fail. it is simple but true“

–paula abdul

Feel like you’re not getting parts you’re right for? Is auditioning a terrifying experience for you, but you love the stage? This Summer, we’ve got just the thing for you!

Our Audition Workshops offer 2-day intensives that are designed to help you build better audition skills. These workshops will have students work on both sides of the table and not only audition for a show but cast a show as well, so they can better understand what casting directors are looking for!

USE THE LINKS BELOW TO BOOK THE WORKSHOP THAT FITS YOUR SCHEDULE:

SEE WHY WE’RE ONE OF THE BEST REVIEWED ACTING STUDIOS IN ROCHESTER

We offer acting classes here in Rochester, NY for all ages and talents, whether you’re a professional actor or just looking to get your feet wet. Our acting studio strives for an environment that supports individual

artistic growth, inside of an environment that’s relaxed and approachable!

Come check out our Google page, and see why we’re one of the best reviewed acting studios in the Rochester area! Or let us introduce ourselves below:

PRIVATE ACTING LESSONS

Looking for options more specific for you? Our acting studio also offers private acting lessons, available at a time that works for you! Feel free to check out more about private acting lessons by clicking here!

Our acting studio offers acting class in Rochester, NY inside our location in Village Gate Square for all types of students. Whether you’ve already got plenty of experience, or you’re just looking to get your feet wet, we’d love to help you make your personal artistic journey possible!

Still Not Convinced?

Drop us a line! If you have any questions regarding our training or our studio, please reach out to us at info@take5studio.com. We’d love to know more about your artistic journey!

“We learn through experience and experiencing, and no one teaches anyone anything” -viola spolin

IMPROV FOR THE STAGE LEVEL 1

WINTER SEMESTER 2026

*REGISTRATION NOW AVAILABLE! CLASSES BEGIN JANUARY 8TH, 2026*

It’s that time of year again! The holiday season is upon us, the snow is waiting to be brushed off your car in the morning, and you’re cooped up inside. What better time to try something different? You’d be surprised all of the things a little bit of acting training can help you with!

It’s Going to Be a New Year, So Why Not Try Something New?

RED at Take 5 Studios

GROUP ACTING CLASSES

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Haven’t Heard of Us?

We’re coming off our most successful year, as our studio continues to grow! Back by popular demand are our cornerstone offerings Basics of Performing and Meisner Technique, which both sold out this past Fall.

We offer acting classes here in Rochester, NY for all ages and talents, whether you’re a professional actor or just looking to get your feet wet. Our acting studio strives for an environment that supports individual

artistic growth, inside of an environment that’s relaxed and approachable!

Come check out our Google page, and see why we’re one of the best reviewed acting studios in the Rochester area! Or let us introduce ourselves below:

PRIVATE ACTING LESSONS

Looking for options more specific for you? Our acting studio also offers private acting lessons, available at a time that works for you! Feel free to check out more about private acting lessons by clicking here!

Still Not Convinced?

Drop us a line! If you have any questions regarding our training or our studio, please reach out to us at info@take5studio.com. We’d love to know more about your artistic journey!

“the seed of the craft of acting is the reality of doing”

– sanford meisner

Activity Work in Meisner Technique Level 2 – Spring Semester 2025, Rochester NY

What’s Better Than Acting?

OK, a Bills Super Bowl victory is probably better, but that’s not important right now! You’ve gotten all of your summer fun out of the way, and like the changing of the leaves, Fall drives us to change ourselves as well. So, challenge yourself with something new! Or, try something you’ve always wanted to do! Why not take an acting class? You’d be surprised all of the things a little bit of acting training can help you with!

GROUP ACTING CLASSES

CLICK THE PICTURES FOR MORE INFO!

It’s our biggest semester yet! We’re offering acting classes here in Rochester, NY for all ages and talents, whether you’re a professional actor or just looking to get your feet wet. Our acting studio strives for an environment that supports individual artistic growth, inside of an environment that’s relaxed and approachable!

Back by popular demand are our cornerstone offerings Basics of Performing and Meisner Technique! We’re also thrilled to announce that our very own master teacher Tom Loughlin (an Artie Award winning actor and Distinguished Professor Emeritus from SUNY Fredonia). Our Fall Semester starts on October 7th and runs through November 15th of 2025, so book your spot today.

We’ve sold out a class each semester, so act fast!

SEE WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING…

Come check out our Google page, and see why we’re one of the best reviewed acting studios in the Rochester area!

PRIVATE ACTING LESSONS

Looking for options more specific for you? Our acting studio also offers private acting lessons, available at a time that works for you! Feel free to check out more about private acting lessons by clicking here!

Still Not Convinced?

Drop us a line! If you have any questions regarding our training or our studio, please reach out to us at info@take5studio.com. We’d love to know more about your artistic journey!

The Forever Slice

Sometimes you never get enough pizza! Come check out this sketch fully written, acted, and directed by students at Take 5 Studios!

Wanna Get Involved?

We’d love to meet you! Feel free to check out some of our class offerings, or drop us an email (info@take5studio.com).

“the seed of the craft of acting is the reality of doing”

– sanford meisner

Scene night for Basics of Performing Level 1 – Winter 2025, Rochester NY

Get Up and Act!

It’s that time of year again: the winter blues are fading away, hot dogs and baseball games are still in the distance, and you’re looking for something to help you out of hibernation. Why not take an acting class? You’d be surprised all of the things a little bit of acting training can help you with!

GROUP ACTING CLASSES

CLICK THE PICTURES FOR MORE INFO!

It’s our biggest semester yet! We’re offering acting classes here in Rochester, NY for all ages and talents, whether you’re a professional actor or just looking to get your feet wet. Our acting studio strives for an environment that supports individual artistic growth, inside of an environment that’s relaxed and approachable!

Now in our 3rd year of business, we’re looking to offer more classes than ever before. Our Spring Semester starts on April 22nd and runs through May 31st of 2025, so book your spot today.

We’ve sold out a class each semester, so act fast!

SEE WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING…

Come check out our Google page, and see why we’re one of the best reviewed acting studios in the Rochester area:

PRIVATE ACTING LESSONS

Looking for options more specific for you? Our acting studio also offers private acting lessons, available at a time that works for you! Feel free to check out more about private acting lessons by clicking here!

Still Not Convinced?

Drop us a line! If you have any questions regarding our training or our studio, please reach out to us at info@take5studio.com. We’d love to know more about your artistic journey!