Celebrating 15 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.
Afternoon Musical Theatre with Angela Burns
Fridays
1:00 - 3:00 PM
October 3 - November 14
7 classes
Adults
Instructor: Angela Burns
GLEBE STUDIO
This 7 week class is for the musical theatre actor who wants to experience putting together a show and get a taste for performing. Students will learn multiple pieces from musicals of various styles. This co-creative class will explore singing technique, basic acting and dance, while weaving together these pieces into a unique one of a kind production based upon the ideas and themes developed by the class. Students will have the chance to sing as a group as well as brief solos. The course will end in a small showcase in the eighth week for friends and family. The fall term will have a focus on the inner child and returning to play in adulthood.
Ottawa Acting Studio Upcoming Adult Fall Classes
Acting for the Stage Level 2: The Actors' Showcase
Acting for the Stage Level 2: The Actors' Showcase
Acting for the Stage Level 2: The Actors' Showcase
Mondays
7:00 - 9:00 PM
November 3 - December 15
7 weeks
* Showcase on the last class
Adults
Instructor: Joey McDougall
Level 2 Acting: Rehearsal & Performance
Ready to take your acting to the next level? In this exciting Level 2 course, participants will be cast in short, dynamic plays and work as an ensemble to bring them to life. You'll explore the full rehearsal process—from table reads and character development to blocking and refining scenes—while gaining valuable insight into how actors prepare for performance.
An Introduction to Acting
Acting for the Stage Level 2: The Actors' Showcase
Acting for the Stage Level 2: The Actors' Showcase
Tuesdays
7:00 - 9:00 PM
October 28 - December 9
6 weeks
Adults
Instructor: John Muggleton
Glebe Studio
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. Over the course of six weeks, we'll explore a range of topics and techniques that will help you develop your skills as an actor. Whether you're looking to break into the world of acting or simply want to try something new, we invite you to join us for this exciting and rewarding journey!
Acting for TV & Film: Level 1
Acting for the Stage Level 2: The Actors' Showcase
Acting for TV & Film: Level 1
Thursdays
7:00 - 9:00 PM
October 23 - November 27
6 sessions
Adults
Instructor: Tim Progosh
Glebe Studio
What is acting for camera?
How and why is it different?
Terminology of skills required as an actor and an actor for camera such as:
- Hitting a mark
- Eyelines
- Overlapping
- Frame sizes
Take the first step into the world on acting on Camera!
Acting for TV & Film: Level 2
Screenwriting Essentials: Unlock the Secrets of Storytelling for the Screen (GLEBE STUDIO)
Acting for TV & Film: Level 1
Sundays
1:00 - 3:00 PM
November 9 - December 14
6 sessions
Adults
Instructor: Tim Progosh
Glebe Studio
Cementing audition technique, scene study, and character development.
This class explores the audition process, both in-person and through self-tapes. Students will learn how to make strong choices, identify their personal “tells,” and understand the role of their character within a scene as it will be filmed. The course also covers essential self-tape techniques and technical requirements, ensuring students present themselves professionally and effectively in every audition.
Acting for TV & Film: Level 3
Screenwriting Essentials: Unlock the Secrets of Storytelling for the Screen (GLEBE STUDIO)
Screenwriting Essentials: Unlock the Secrets of Storytelling for the Screen (GLEBE STUDIO)
Sundays
4:00 - 6:00 PM
November 9 - December 14
6 sessions
Adults
Instructor: Tim Progosh
Glebe Studio
Level Three – A Scene for Your Reel
In Level Three, students put all of their training into practice and create a polished scene they can use for their demo reel. The course begins with a review of key principles from Levels One and Two, followed by mock auditions and casting for the final scenes to be shot. Once casts are assigned, students will collaborate to rehearse their scenes, exploring improvisation as a tool to expand and deepen their work.
Screenwriting Essentials: Unlock the Secrets of Storytelling for the Screen (GLEBE STUDIO)
Screenwriting Essentials: Unlock the Secrets of Storytelling for the Screen (GLEBE STUDIO)
Screenwriting Essentials: Unlock the Secrets of Storytelling for the Screen (GLEBE STUDIO)
Saturdays
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
October 18 - November 29
7 weeks
Instructor: Richard Kaulbars
GLEBE STUDIO
Unlock the Secrets of Great Storytelling for the Screen.
Have a great idea for a movie or TV series but don’t know where to start? Join veteran actor and writer Richard Kaulbars in this engaging and practical screenwriting course, where you’ll learn how to craft compelling scripts, create memorable characters, and bring your story to life on screen. Through interactive discussions, writing exercises, and professional insights, Richard will guide you through the essential elements of screenwriting.
Truelove & Associates Psychotherapy
Drama therapy
This 4-week drama therapy group offers a unique opportunity to nurture your mental health in a manner that goes beyond traditional talk therapy. Drama therapy and psychodrama can have transformative effects on our self-esteem and confidence, stress and anxiety management, and interpersonal skills.