The Young Artists Conservatory

The greatest way to unlock and activate the wisdom of childhood is through play. And play most naturally and organically builds the muscles best suited for spiritual health and mature interactivity and engagement with the world.

Theater at its core has been described as organized play, utilizing at one and the same time form and freedom, discipline and improvisation. With this in mind and heart the Stella Adler Studio of Acting is excited once again to open its doors to young people ages 11-13. In the fall, winter and spring, the studio offers a conservatory program for this age group on Saturdays at the studio. This intensive is structured to suit both the emerging and professional young actor, and is designed to introduce the acting technique developed by Stella Adler.

Topics taught include: Acting Technique, Improvisation, Scene Study, Voice and Movement. The conservatory is designed to be ongoing and repeated if desired.

Additional Upcoming Sessions
Winter: February 15 – March 22, 2025
Spring: May 10 – June 21, 2025 (skipping May 24)

HOW TO APPLY

This program is only eligible for students ages 11–13 by the start of the first class. Any student under the age of 11 will not be admitted into the class. New applicants should first submit an application here. Once we receive your application we will contact you to schedule entrance interview appointment with the parent/guardian and student.

Young Artists Application Form

For more information on our Young Artists Conservatory, please contact us at 212-689-0087 or email Christa Kimlicko Jones at christa@stellaadler.com.