Connect. Create. Perform.
Located in the heart of the Glebe, Ottawa Acting Studio offers recreational and professional acting courses for all ages.
738A Bank St. Ottawa
Celebrating 12 Years of Acting Excellence!
The Ottawa Acting Studio
Welcome to the Ottawa Acting Studio, where your acting journey begins! Whether you’re taking your first acting class, thinking of acting as a hobby or profession, or simply want to have fun and challenge yourself, our dedicated team of experienced instructors are here to guide you every step of the way. Located in the heart of the Glebe, our downtown studio offers acting classes in the perfect creative space to learn and enjoy.
Connect with a community
Both the Ottawa Acting Studio and the Kanata Acting Studio provide hubs for creative individuals passionate about the performing arts. Both studios offer acting classes in a supportive environment where actors, from absolute beginners to the more experienced, can hone their craft, explore their abilities, and connect with a community of like-minded individuals.
Special 4-week audition workshop
Stand out from everyone else and get the part!
This 4-session course equips actors with the skills needed to succeed in TV and film auditions, including the increasingly vital self-tape format. Each session focuses on practical techniques: from in-depth script analysis and character preparation to mastering on-camera dynamics and responding to directorial notes.
Nov 24 - Dec 15
Instructor: Tim Progosh
Ottawa Acting Studio November Adult Classes
Auditioning for TV & Self Tapes
Auditioning for TV & Self Tapes
Auditioning for TV & Self Tapes
Sundays
4:30 - 6:30 PM
Nov. 24 - Dec. 15
4 Sessions
Adults
Instructor: Tim Progosh
A camera operator will be present for on-cameras work
$310
GLEBE STUDIO
Only 3 spots left!
This 4-session course equips actors with the skills needed to succeed in TV and film auditions, including the increasingly vital self-tape format. Each session focuses on practical techniques: from in-depth script analysis and character preparation to mastering on-camera dynamics and responding to directorial notes. Participants will explore the full spectrum of self-tape essentials—such as setting up a professional-looking space, achieving the right lighting and sound, and delivering standout performances within the technical limitations of self-tapes.
Monday Night Improv
Auditioning for TV & Self Tapes
Auditioning for TV & Self Tapes
Mondays 7 - 8:45 PM
Nov 25 - Dec 16
4 weeks
Adults
Instructor: John Muggleton
Glebe Studio
$160
Monday 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 finding agreement by making and accepting offers. This course covers essential building blocks of improvisation, all within a supportive environment that encourages self-trust and the joyful embrace of failure
Musical Theatre
Auditioning for TV & Self Tapes
An Introduction to Acting
Fridays
1:00 - 3:00 PM
Nov. 8 - Dec. 20
Adults
Instructor: Angela Burns
$295
GLEBE STUDIO
This 7-week course is designed to foster and develop the singer actor as they develop their skills in musical theatre singing. Students will work on ensemble pieces and for those who wish, solo songs. The class will help to develop skills of singing in a group with harmonies, solo vocal development, acting through song, as well as the ins and outs of how to prepare for a vocal audition. At the end of the course, students mayperform solos for their classmates and an ensemble piece in the studio showcase for an invited audience. The class is appropriate for both beginning and developing singers.
An Introduction to Acting
Studio 55 Afternoon Showcase
An Introduction to Acting
Tuesdays
7:00 - 8:45 PM
Oct. 29 - Dec. 10
7 weeks
Adults
Instructor: John Muggleton
GLEBE STUDIO
$255
SOLD OUT
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. Explore acting techniques, scene study, character development while also learning the ropes and how and where to audition. Although this course focuses more on stagecraft, the skills learned build the foundation for both to stage work and acting for TV.
Studio 55 Afternoon Improv
Studio 55 Afternoon Showcase
Studio 55 Afternoon Showcase
Tuesdays
1:00 - 3:00 PM
Nov. 5 - Dec. 17
7 weeks
Adults
Instructor: John Muggleton
GLEBE STUDIO
$255
SOLD OUT
Step into a world of creativity, laughter, and connection with our Afternoon Improv Class, designed specifically for adults aged 55 and over. Just as physical exercise keeps your body fit, improv exercises your mind, boosting mental agility and fostering a vibrant social life.
Studio 55 Afternoon Showcase
Studio 55 Afternoon Showcase
Studio 55 Afternoon Showcase
Thursdays
1:00 - 3:00 PM
Nov. 8 - Dec. 19
7 weeks + Showcase
Adults 50+
$255
Director: Venetia Lawless
$255
SOLD OUT
This unique 7-week course offers participants the opportunity to develop a practical process for acting—from preparation and rehearsal all the way to performance. Whether you have some experience or are an absolute beginner, this class provides an excellent opportunity to build upon existing skills in a supportive and fun environment.
Friday Night Showcase
Friday Night Showcase
Friday Night Showcase
Fridays
6:30 - 8:30 PM
Sept. 20 - Nov. 29
9 rehearsals + showcase
Adults (18+)
Director: John Muggleton
$295
SOLD OUT
Step into the spotlight with our Level 3 Acting Class, designed for those ready to take their craft to the next level. This intensive course offers participants the exciting opportunity to rehearse a series of short plays or scenes. The culmination of your hard work will be a dynamic performance for an invited audience, showcasing your growth and talent.