Weekly Acting Career Mentorship for Arizona Actors

At Acting and Cold Brews, we go beyond traditional acting classes in Scottsdale and Phoenix — offering Arizona actors not just training, but real-world career mentorship through our weekly Office Hours. Created by Director/Director of Photography Dustin James Leighton, Office Hours are an exclusive opportunity for enrolled students to ask the questions they’ve always wondered about, and finally get real answers from a working professional who earned his SAG card at age 8 and brings over three decades of industry experience to the table.

As the entertainment industry continues to evolve, knowing how to navigate both the business and the craft of acting has never been more essential. That’s why Office Hours exist — a dedicated time each week for actors to get honest, thoughtful answers about representation, marketing, networking, the audition process, and yes, the work itself. Whether you're trying to land an agent or grow as an artist, this is your space to ask. 

Held every Monday from 6:00–6:30pm before class and 9:30–10:00pm after, Office Hours offer a relaxed, supportive environment to talk strategy, explore artistic challenges, connect with fellow Arizona talent, and sip a handcrafted cappuccino, latte, or cold brew — made fresh by Dustin.

It’s just one of the ways Acting and Cold Brews is redefining what actor training looks like in Arizona. From weekly Office Hours that offer direct mentorship, to professionally filmed demo reels, to our exclusive, invitation-only film ensemble — The Artist’s Den — we help actors grow, connect, and book real work.