FAQ's

Rico’s specific methods are blended from his experiences with Meisner, Fitzmaurice, Michael Chekhov and more. With 30 years of experience as a theater director, a professor in a performing arts school for a decade, his own proper conservatory training and classes with independent teachers, he brings expertise and variety to the classroom. What’s more, his own early technical struggles and blocks led him to a journey of discovery where he found what was universal in the best training anywhere: Brain, Body, Being. We explore how all of those things are practiced and engaged on an individual level.

In short: Yes & No. While scenes are a large point of focus, we’ll also work on: Connection - Breathing/Listening Access to inner life via the above Physical awareness in both character and storytelling Scene Work & Monologues (Analysis and bringing choices to life) For Directors: Find some actors in class. Work on your skills w critique For Singers: Work on the interpretation (the “Acting” of the song) *Note: there is no accompanist. So if you sing, please provide the music Specific coaching/adjustments - What do you need today?

As with most private classes, we meet as a group and usually start the class with group exercises. After grounding ourselves, groups, pairs or individuals will have a chance to work on specific things such as scenes, monologues or songs. In order to have your piece worked on the class, you have to sign up at the end of the previous class or the beginning of the current class to a list. We'll work in the order of the list. Time will be taken as needed on each piece before moving on to the next person on the list.

Scenes and monologues will be file if needed but we strongly encourage you to bring the material you feel needs work. Additionally, consider bringing new monologues or scenes you feel might need a fresh look. If you are looking for a specific piece or type of character, let us know and we'll try to point you in the right direction.

Ideally, everyone will get to work on their material. The order in which that happens will be with a sign-up sheet at the end of the previous class and the beginning of the current class. Be prepared with your material when your name comes up!

The classes in the 10-week program are (3) three hours long. Please plan accordingly to arrive on time as we will start class with group exercises . We all know how the subway can be! One-on-One Sessions are (1) one hour long, both In Person and Online. Self-Tape Sessions are (45) minutes long. You can check out more here.

Send us an email (ACACTINGSTUDIO@GMAIL.COM) so we can plan ahead, not only the material we’re going to work on but as consideration for your other scene partners! We urge you to plan to be on time but in case your name is called from the work list, you’ll unfortunately lose your spot to work on your material and be pushed down to the end of the list if there is time at the end of class.

Of course! Just click the button below and come try the A&C Approach! Please note: Audit/Test classes are one-time-only use, non-transferable. The person booking the class has to be the one taking the class.

No. We can only offer a partial refund for the remaining classes after you have provided us some evidence as to why you can't continue. The refund will be decided at the discretion of the instructor of the class.

Rain or shine, we'll be there! In the strange scenario where a class needs to be cancelled or moved, you'll receive a 48hr notice before the class. In the much stranger scenario where the notice can not be given, we'll offer a refund for that class.

Just follow these simple steps: Go to Book Classes/Sessions. Click "Book Now" on the course or session you are interested in. Chose a Start Date for the course/session you are interested in. Click "Next" Provide your information under "Student Details" (This has to be the information of the person taking the course/session). Click "Add to Cart" if you'd like to get more sessions or "Book Now" to pay. Provide your payment information That's it! You'll receive confirmation and we'll see you at the date you chose to start the program.