Acting Classes and Coaching

 

Character Development

This class is designed for the serious artist who aspires to have a long-term acting career. This class is for intermediate to advanced level actors who have some training, technique, and basic understanding of their craft.

This class is designed for actors to improve their knowledge of the business and how to level up their career. The classroom is meant to be a safe environment so they understand how to develop a character and learn new tools that will help improve their acting. The actor will learn to understand the character’s emotional life, physical life, and intellectual life.

Class Structure:

At the beginning of the class there will be a discussion of industry successes and questions among the class.

The class will also have the occasional industry guest speaker to bring inside knowledge and answer questions to help bring a better understanding of the industry.

Class Requirements:

  • Audits are available upon approval. Prospective auditors must submit their IMDb link for consideration.
  • If you feel the class is right for you, you will be assigned a monologue to audition for the class
  • Once accepted, there will be a three month commitment for you have a responsibility to your class partner.
    (Payable monthly)
  • Payment is due at the beginning of the month.

The class has a limited enrollment.
If you are interested in this class, contact us here.

 

Private Coaching and Counseling Sessions

 

One-Hour Audition Session:

Coaching session that focuses on individual auditions.

$75

Two-Hour Career Counseling Session:

This will focus on what you need to do to move your career forward in the entertainment industry.

$150

If you are interested in a session, contact us here.

 

Student Testimonials

 

 

Steven Helgoth has been shaping the talent of actors for years. His students have gone on to be Emmy-winning leads in soap operas, guest stars on tv shows, and leads in movies. His students attribute much of their success to his teachings and the class environment… but don’t take his word for it! See the testimonials for yourself!

“Steven has helped me discover the tools and techniques to create and live the life of a character. He has taught me to see the possibilities beyond the words on the page to give a character depth and texture. Thanks to his guidance I have seen my craft grow, and it has given my auditions that extra spark that has helped me book some really fun roles.”  -Nancy

“Steven Helgoth’s character study class is the class I wish I had when I was in college. It’s an intensive, focused experience that teaches you how to discover and develop a character from the inside out.” -Carey (Silicon Valley, HBO)

“He is not a great acting coach because he teaches you to act. It is because he shows you the tools you need to embody the life of the character.” -Alex (Tales, BET)

Steven’s student Natalia Livingston won an Emmy for Outstanding Supporting Actress for her work on General Hospital. In her acceptance speech she gives accolades to Steve and his teaching. She says: “…and Steve Helgoth, the most amazing coach and mentor that a girl could ever have.” -Natalia Livingston

“If I were to describe this class in one word it would be essential. Steve’s visceral approach to teaching has taught me discipline, and the tools needed to feel confident in any audition.”  -Victoria (Betrayed, Investigation Discovery)

“I’ve been in Steve’s class for seven years. In that time Steven has taught me what it means to be a true artist through the craft of acting. His lessons are invaluable.” -Michael (The Boys)

“Steven and his class give me a reason to get up in the morning. I appreciate the motivation I receive from having someone hold me accountable for my goals. This class has also provided me with an amazing support system of my fellow actors. We have developed a little acting family and are always there for each other. This is such a rare find in Los Angeles!” -Cassie (Famously Haunted: Hollywood)