Serious Training for Actors
of All Ages and Backgrounds

Offering In-Person and Virtual Instruction

About New Jersey School of Dramatic Arts

Our Mission Is To Serve You!

At NJSDA, we believe in actors’ education that excites, empowers, encourages and engages the creativity that is essential to the performing arts. New Jersey School of Dramatic Arts strives to create life-long participants in the arts.

Dear NJSDA Family,

Giving Tuesday is a global day of giving and an opportunity for us to support the organizations that matter to us most –– and for the next 24 hours, you can make an impact by giving a gift to the New Jersey School of Dramatic Arts.

Since 2004, the NJSDA has served as a second home to over 10,000 students between 5 and 85 years old, and our goal is to inspire excellence, motivate learning, uplift the human spirit, and build confidence.

Every contribution, regardless of its size, will be dedicated to furthering our mission of delivering top-tier professional training in acting and theatre arts. Your support will help us foster a nurturing environment where aspiring actors and creatives can fearlessly explore their creativity and discover the power of their unique voices.

The New Jersey School of Dramatic Arts is committed to turning no student away due to financial challenges, and each dollar donated to NJSDA ensures students in need of financial aid can have access to quality arts education.

Every act of generosity counts! You can help us make dreams come true. Donate to the New Jersey School of Dramatic Arts today. Click the link below to donate:

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Thank you,

Your friends at NJSDA

P.S. Please spread the word about the New Jersey School of Dramatic Arts to your friends and family by forwarding this email and sharing our Giving Tuesday video message on Instagram and TikTok!

NJSDA is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) arts education organization

Have you always wanted to take an acting or improv class but never got around to it? Now is your chance! Come find out why NJSDA has been the top acting school in New Jersey for over 20 years! NJSDA has been voted Best of Essex eight years in a Row!

UPCOMING INTRO CLASSES

• Intro to Improv – 6 Tuesdays starting June 10th, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM

• Intro to Acting – 6 Thursdays starting June 19th, 7:35 PM – 9:35 PM

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WINTER 2025 THEATRE CLASSES FOR KIDS, TWEENS & TEENS
10 WEEKS • STARTS SATURDAY APRIL 26th!
(STILL SPACE IF YOU'D LIKE TO START A WEEK LATE!)

2025 NJSDA SUMMER CAMPS FOR KIDS, TWEEN & TEENS!
WEEKLY & BI-WEEKLY CAMPS RUNNING FROM JULY 21st to AUGUST 15th!

NEW JERSEY SCHOOL OF DRAMATIC ARTS PRESENTS:

CLASS ACTS: SCENES FROM THE ROAD

12 VIGNETTES IN AN AUTOMOBILE

PERFORMANCE DATES:

FRIDAY MARCH 7th @ 9:00 PM

SATURDAY MARCH 8th @ 8:00 PM

FEATURING: CHRIS BUCCINO, CHRISTOPHER COFONE, AMY EDELSTEIN, JEAN EDELSTEIN, ALETHIA GOMEZ, HOLLY HAMPTON, JEANETTE KOZACHUK, KUMA LIN, LAUREN MANGINE, ANTONELLA PEDRAZZA, DAVID POWAR, AARON RUDELSON, MARISSA SPERLING, JOE SUAREZ & MARIA VERSELLA

DIRECTED BY TED WRIGLEY

@ NJSDA THEATRE @ ST. JOHN’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH, 55 MONTCLAIR AVENUE MONTCLAIR, NJ

TICKETS $25.

Tickets for Fri. March 7th:

https://app.mainstreetsites.com/dmn4548/product.aspx?id=9959

Tickets for Sat. March 8th:

https://cms.mainstreetsites.com/product.aspx?pro=9960

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NEW EXCITING CLASS @ NJSDA!

THE EMPOWERED ACTOR

w/ CASTING DIRECTOR & AUTHOR PAUL RUSSELL

6 Fridays starting May 30th • 7:00 PM -10:00 PM

UPCOMING CLASS @ NJSDA!
INTRO TO STAND-UP COMEDY!! with comedian Chip Ambrogio!
6 Mondays & 1 Friday Showcase, starting March 18! • 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
In this workshop taught by renowned comedian Chip Ambrogio, you will learn the art of stand-up comedy. With over 700 successful alumni in the industry, Chip's workshop offers six intensive two-hour sessions culminating in a live performance before a real audience on the seventh class. Discover your comedic voice as Chip guides you through audience interaction, persona development, and crafting authentic, hilarious material. Unleash your comedic potential
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NEW ADULT PLAYWRITING CLASS @ NJSDA!
Starts Wednesday December 6th
PLAYWRITING 101 – THE PLAYWRIGHT’S BOOT CAMP!
with author/teacher Alex Bernstein! (Adult Virtual Class on Zoom)
Six Wednesdays starting December 6th! • 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
 

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Join us for the New Jersey School of Dramatic Arts 20th Anniversary Gala Celebration on
SATURDAY NOVEMBER 9th, 2024
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Tickets available here:
http://app.mainstreetsites.com/dmn4548/product/9815/The+NJSDA+20th+Anniversary+Gala+Celebration!

Level 3: Scene Study

Explore characters and relationships on a deeper level. In this class, students will track a character's journey through a scene and learn to further articulate the essential elements of a character's objectives, obstacles, conflicts and relationships. Rehearsal with a scene partner outside of class is required. *Prerequisite: Successful completion of Level 2 or by audition.

8 Thursdays - Starts May 23rd
7:30pm -10:00pm
$375

In-Studio - NJSDA at St. Johns Church
55 Montclair Ave, Montclair, NJ 07040

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NJSDA SUMMER CAMP REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!

https://njactors.org/acting-classes-for-kids-tweens-teens/

• Tween/Teen Musical Theater Camp• Aug 8 – 12 (1 week) 10:30-2pm $400.

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NJSDA PRESENTS: UPCOMING IMPROV SHOWS:

The NJSDA Improv Holiday Spectacular!

Improv Comedy, Music, & Laughter

featuring Nutty by Nature, Sparks of Insanity & Special Surprise Guests!

SATURDAY DECEMBER 17th

Showtime: 8:00 PM

Admission $20.

@ St. John’s Episcopal Church 55 Montc;air Ave. Montclair, NJ

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Need a last minute gift suggestion? How about a gift certificate for acting or improv classes at NJSDA?

NEW AUDITION TECHNIQUE WORKSHOP CLASS @ NJSDA!
• Starts Monday, September 25th
With Award-Winning Stage and Screen Actor Toni DiBouno!
Six Mondays starting 9/25! • 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM

Theatre classes are the perfect gift! We offer in-person classes for tweens, teens, and adults. Class levels from beginner to industry pro!

GIVE THE GIFT OF THE ARTS HERE:

http://app.mainstreetsites.com/dmn4548/product/8625/NJSDA+GIFT+CERTIFICATE

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We are always so proud of our NJSDA students as they forge their way into the acting world! We are so thrilled for Leilany Figueroa, who just guest-starred on Law And Order SVU (the Season 25 Ep. 1 premiere), and gave such an amazing and moving performance! Leilany has gone through both our youth acting and improv programs, but has acted in several NJSDA play productions, as well as being a member of our professional teen improv troupe Sparks of Insanity for six years! Congratulations, Leilany! We can't wait to see what is coming next for you!

We are so excited for NJSDA Alum Jaquel Spivey! He went from starring in the Tony award winning musical "A Strange Loop" to a lead role in the Paramount movie musical of "Mean Girls" (written and produced by Tina Fey)! We are so proud of you, Jaquel!

For more info or to register:

https://njactors.org/acting-classes-for-kids-tweens-teens/

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Hello Friends!

PLEASE HELP NJSDA WIN BEST OF ESSEX 2023!

Vote For NJSDA in two different categories! Best Adult Instruction & Best Children’s Instruction!

Here’s how:

Please help the New Jersey School of Dramatic Arts win the BEST OF ESSEX in “Best Children’s Instruction/Classes”! Just click the link below and follow the instructions!

https://bestofessex.com/…/nj-school-of-dramatic-arts.html

You can also vote for NJSDA as “Best Adult Instruction/Classes”. It is a separate vote, and you would do that at this link:

https://bestofessex.com/listing/k:nj-school-of-dramatic-arts

Thank you for showing your support to NJSDA! We will continue giving the best theatre arts instruction for adults and childen!

Congratulations to our NJSDA students for completing your classes this week! We are so happy to have you as a part of our NJSDA family!

Our Amazing Team

Meet Your Instructors

Our talented team of instructors are dedicated to helping you sharpen your craft while having an enjoyable experience!

Why Choose Us

Serious Training for Actors
of All Ages & Backgrounds

Youth Acting Classes

Acting classes and a curriculum dedicated to Kids, Tweens & Teens!

Acting Classes for Kids, Tweens & Teens

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Adult Acting Classes

Our Adult Core Curriculum and Specialty Classes get you ready for professional work as an actor.

Acting Classes for Adults

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Improv Curriculum

Learn important improvisation skills with our tracks for Youth & Adult Levels.

Improv Curriculum, Troupes & Performances

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Rehearsing For Life

The Benefits of Acting Classes

Acting classes are more than fun, they help develop and enhance life skills. Regardless of a student’s age and phase of life, acting classes provide a variety of benefits including: building confidence and persistence, developing a work ethic and professionalism and learning to focus. Classes enhance reading, listening and communication, presentation and social skills in addition to sparking creativity.

Reviews From Our Students

What Our Students Say

"If you are trying to study the craft of acting this school is by far one of the best. The instructors are very encouraging. The best part is that they constantly challenge you to make sure your game is elevated to the next level. Thank you so much to the New Jersey School of Dramatic Arts for all your wisdom and passion towards the craft of acting."

"I wouldn't be where I am today as a performer, improviser or a person, without your amazing organization."

"This is where I fell in love with the craft! Supportive instructors that push you to be a better artist... can't wait till my next class."

Why Choose NJSDA

Serious Training for Actors
of All Ages and Backgrounds

Offering In-Person and Virtual Instruction

Our Mission Is To Serve You!

• Intro to Improv – 6 Tuesdays starting June 10th, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM

• Intro to Acting – 6 Thursdays starting June 19th, 7:35 PM – 9:35 PM

WINTER 2025 THEATRE CLASSES FOR KIDS, TWEENS & TEENS
10 WEEKS • STARTS SATURDAY APRIL 26th!
(STILL SPACE IF YOU'D LIKE TO START A WEEK LATE!)