Acting Classes for Adults in Scottsdale & Phoenix
Whether you're just starting your acting journey or ready to sharpen your skills, Acting and Cold Brews offers Scottsdale and Phoenix actors a professional, supportive environment to grow, learn, and book real work.
Our group classes for adults and teens 16+ focus on practical, results-driven training designed for Arizona actors serious about standing out.
Training Built for WORKING ACTORS
AUDITION PREP & SELF-TAPE REVIEW
Our actors land work because they're prepared. Every enrolled student has the opportunity to run auditions in class and submit self-tapes for professional review, all included with membership.
SCENE STUDY & IMPROVISATION
At Acting and Cold Brews, students work on scenes for up to three weeks, applying proven tools to fast-track their growth. Improvisation is integrated naturally into class to enhance creativity, adaptability, and spontaneity — essential skills for auditions and on-set work.
INDUSTRY ADVICE
By joining Acting and Cold Brews, you’re gaining a mentor that will assist with not only your craftsmanship as an actor, but also the business skills essential to become a working actor. Bring questions to class or join Dustin during his weekly Office Hours.
WHO OUR CLASSES ARE FOR
• Beginners looking to build confidence and skills.
• Working actors ready to sharpen their craft.
• Anyone serious about pursuing acting opportunities in Arizona and beyond.
• Whether you're based in Scottsdale, Phoenix, or anywhere in the surrounding Arizona area, our class provides the tools, mentorship, and community to help you succeed.
WHY CHOOSE ACTING & COLD BREWS?
• Real-world industry mentorship from Dustin James Leighton, both in class and during weekly Office Hours.
• Every student works in every class.
• Professional scene work and improvisation training.
• Complimentary self-tape reviews to prepare for real auditions.
• Unique demo reel filming included for established students.
• Access to Arizona’s only professional film ensemble, The Artist's Den.
Location
North Scottsdale, Arizona.
When
Monday Nights 6:30pm
How to Join