ACTING CLASSES in Los Angeles
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Consistency is key to improvement
Great acting doesn't come from collecting techniques.
It comes from learning how to work, putting those tools into practice, getting honest feedback, and continuing to develop.
Braden Lynch Studio offers ongoing acting classes in Los Angeles for actors who are serious about their craft and their careers. Classes focus on the work itself, with training designed primarily for film and television actors while also supporting actors pursuing theatre and other forms of performance.
Whether you're building your foundation or looking for a place to challenge the skills you've already developed, the goal is the same: become a more capable, specific, and prepared actor.
Serious Acting Training for Actors at Every Stage
Learn more about why actors Choose BLS.
Technique Class
In Person – Ages 18+
WEDNESDAYS, 4:00–7:00p
The Technique Class focuses on building and strengthening the fundamental tools of the actor.
You'll work on the underlying craft that allows you to approach scripts, characters, relationships, emotional circumstances, and choices with greater clarity and confidence.
This class can be an important starting point for actors developing their foundation and a valuable place for experienced actors to continue refining their technique.
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Scene Study Class
In Person – Ages 18+
TUESDAYS, 7:30–10:30p
Scene Study is where actors take those tools into more demanding material.
You'll work on scenes, relationships, character, behavior, script analysis, and the specific challenges that arise when you're actually putting your technique to work.
It's not about performing scenes for the sake of performing scenes. It's about using scene work to deepen your understanding of the craft and discover where your work can become more specific.
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Two Acting Classes, Two Different Kinds of Training
Braden Lynch Studio offers two weekly acting classes in Los Angeles, each designed for a different stage of your development. The difference is where you are in your training. Both are small, collaborative, and held to a high standard. Both are built on the same psychology-based technique. And both run year round because, like serious athletes, serious actors don't take the year off.
Classes meet weekly in Reseda, CA. Work on scenes from film, TV, and theatre while mastering the fundamentals: script analysis, personalization, physicality, and fearless exploration.
Small groups of 6–12 actors. Honest, compassionate feedback from Braden every week. A collaborative environment where actors support each other rather than compete. And a technique rooted in psychology that gives you real, repeatable tools.
Pricing
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$300 / four consecutive classes
Bonus:
Clients who are actively enrolled in a class at BLS receive Career Guidance and Craft Development Coaching at 50% off.
The BLS GUARANTEE
If you attend your first cycle of four classes, put up work each week, and feel you haven't grown or learned anything of value, your class tuition will be refunded in full.
No argument or conditions. Just send an email with your intentions within two days after your 4th class..
What Do You Learn in Acting Class
Script Analysis
Acting involves far more than memorizing lines and pretending to be someone else.
Training should give you practical ways to investigate the material and make the work more truthful, specific, and compelling.
Actors have to make choices.
Training helps you understand what constitutes "a choice," as well as how to investigate possibilities, make clear decisions, and commit to them.
Character Development
Working in the Industry
Emotional Work
Making Choices
Listening and Behavior
Learn to break down a script and understand what's happening beneath the dialogue.
You'll investigate circumstances, relationships, injunctions, obstacles, behavior, and changes taking place throughout a scene.
You'll learn how to combine clues and extrapolate about your character, building them into a real person rather than relying on generic ideas about how a character should behave.
Learn how to work with emotionally demanding material without reducing acting to simply trying to make yourself feel something.
Acting isn't just about delivering your lines.
Watching, listening, responding, pursuing what you want, and allowing circumstances to affect your behavior are fundamental parts of the work.
Acting can translate differently on camera vs on stage.
You'll learn the differences between acting for these mediums so you can perform without losing truth or specificity.
Why Ongoing Acting Training Matters
It's possible to learn a great deal in a single workshop.
But you won't build an acting career in one, just as an athlete won't win gold in the Olympics after a single workout.
Acting is a craft that develops through repetition.
You work on something. You discover what's working. You learn how to improve what's not. You try again. You encounter new material and discover new challenges.
Ongoing acting classes give you the opportunity to keep developing rather than treating training as something you finish before your career begins.
Professional actors continue training because there is always more to discover.
Most actors who train at Braden Lynch Studio are pursuing work in film and television.
That means the training isn't built around theatrical performance for its own sake. The work focuses on developing actors who can respond truthfully and specifically to circumstances, characters, and direction while understanding the demands of the camera.
Actors can also bring theatre, voice, or other performance goals into their training when appropriate.
Acting Classes for Film and Television Actors
Actors Building Their Foundation
Who Are These Acting Classes For?
If you're still developing your fundamental tools, Technique Class provides a place to learn, practice, and strengthen the craft.
If you're just beginning your acting career, you can also start with the How to Become an Actor guide to understand the larger path from learning the craft to pursuing professional work.
Developing Actors
The great actor Forest Whitaker, who has won dozens of well-deserved awards for his acting, reported often says he's still figuring this acting thing out.
Professional experience doesn't mean you've finished learning or growing.
Classes can provide a consistent environment to continue working on technique, challenging yourself with new material, and staying connected to the craft between professional opportunities.
Working Actors
If you've already trained but know there is more work to do, ongoing classes give you a place to keep challenging yourself and refining your skills.
Which class is right for you will depend on Braden's evaluation of your current skill level and understanding of technique.
Acting Classes in the San Fernando Valley
Braden Lynch Studio is located in Reseda in the San Fernando Valley, making ongoing acting training convenient for actors throughout the Valley and surrounding Los Angeles communities.
Actors can train in person or use online coaching when remote work makes more sense.
[Learn more about acting coaching in the San Fernando Valley →]
To ensure a dedicated and compatible ensemble, admission requires an Intro Eval, 1-on-1 coaching session, or audition coaching.
Joining a Class
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Online for Remote Actors
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Looking to do online acting coaching? BLS works with actors worldwide through virtual coaching sessions.
- Commissionable Workshops -
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BLS is available for in-person acting workshops worldwide. For theatre groups, agencies, managers, and performing arts organizations. Click here to learn more.
Who are these acting classes for?
BLS acting classes are for actors at different stages of their development, from people beginning their training to experienced and working actors. The distinction between the two classes is primarily based on your level of training, not whether you're currently booking work.
Do I need previous acting experience?
No. Beginners are welcome. Before joining a class, however, you'll have a one-on-one evaluation or coaching session with Braden so he can determine whether you're ready for group training and which class is the appropriate fit.
What is the difference between Technique Class and Scene Study?
Technique Class focuses on building and strengthening the fundamental tools of the actor. Scene Study is for actors with a stronger technical foundation who are ready to apply those tools to more demanding scene work.
If you're unsure which class is appropriate for you, the evaluation or coaching session can help determine the right starting point.
How often will I get to work in class?
The goal is for prepared actors to work every week. Classes are kept intentionally small, with a maximum of 12 actors, so there is meaningful opportunity for individual attention and work.
What kind of material can I bring to class?
Depending on the class and what you're working to develop, material can include scenes from film, television, or theatre, original material, prepared exercises, emotional work, accent work, and other material that gives you something specific to investigate.
Do I have to memorize my material?
Preparation is important, but memorization isn't the point of the training. The goal is to understand the material deeply enough that you can inhabit the character, respond to your scene partner, and make specific choices rather than simply reciting lines.
Can I take both Technique Class and Scene Study?
Yes, with Braden's approval. Whether taking both classes makes sense depends on your current level of training and what you're trying to develop.
Are the classes focused on film and television?
Primarily. BLS training is designed with the demands of professional film and television acting in mind. Theatre and other forms of performance can also be addressed when appropriate.
How large are the classes?
Classes have a maximum of 12 actors. Keeping the groups small allows actors to receive meaningful individual attention and creates more opportunities to work.
Are the classes competitive?
No. The goal isn't to compete for attention or prove that you're better than the other actors in the room. The goal is to learn, work, and become a better actor while supporting the other people in the class.
Can I audit a class before joining?
Possibly. If you know someone currently in the class and they are willing to invite you, you may be able to audit with their invitation. Otherwise, you'll need to have a one-on-one session with Braden first, either through an Intro Evaluation or paid coaching.
This helps maintain a safe, supportive environment for the actors already working in the room.
Do I have to commit to ongoing training?
No. Classes are $300 for four consecutive weeks, and you can stop after a four-week cycle if you choose. Many actors continue for months or years because acting is a craft that develops through ongoing practice.
How much do acting classes cost?
BLS acting classes are $300 for four consecutive weeks.
Is there a guarantee?
Yes. If you attend your first four-class cycle, put up work each week, and feel that you haven't grown or learned anything of value, your tuition will be refunded in full. You simply need to let Braden know before your fifth class.
Will taking a BLS class get me an agent or more auditions?
Not directly, but an improvement in your skill level can certainly make increase your chances.
Do BLS classes provide industry connections?
The classes aren't designed as an industry-access program. You will, however, train alongside other actors who are pursuing professional work and may end up in a decision-making position at some point. The focus of the classes remains on developing your craft and becoming more capable of doing the work.
Where are the acting classes held?
BLS acting classes are held in person in Reseda, in the San Fernando Valley. Online coaching is available separately for actors who aren't able to train in person.
Should I take an acting class or private coaching?
It depends on what you're trying to accomplish. Classes provide ongoing training, repeated opportunities to work, and the experience of developing your craft alongside other actors. Private coaching provides individualized attention and can focus specifically on your needs, material, or challenges.
How long should I stay in an acting class?
There is no predetermined endpoint. You can take one four-week cycle or continue training for years. As your understanding and abilities develop, the work becomes more challenging and there is always more to investigate.
