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 small group classes focus on practical, results-driven training designed for Arizona actors serious about standing out.
Training Built for WORKING ACTORS
SCENE STUDY & IMPROVISATION
Scene study is the foundation of every great actor. Whether you're pursuing commercials, television, or film roles, mastering the art of breaking down and performing scenes builds the confidence and skill you need to succeed.
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.
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.
This one-of-a-kind service gives Arizona actors a competitive edge, ensuring their audition materials meet industry standards before submitting to casting.
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.
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
• Small class sizes for personalized attention
• 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