16th Street Actors Studio

The masterclass series that 16th Street offers is the best in Australia. I recently completed the Steppenwolf workshop and once I saw all the other workshops I had missed over the years - with leading practitioners from around the world - I was so excited to find this jewel.

16th Street is a place where an artist can learn about the craft of acting from the most committed and talented ensemble of teachers, while also learning about humanity, themselves and community.

As a young and emerging actor, I wanted to find a place where I could continue to grow and go deeper in character exploration, not only did I find this at 16th Street but also so much more. 16th Street exposes the actor to a variety of tools, techniques, resources and industry connections that wouldn’t be possible to acquire alone.As a 2012 graduate of the full time program, I feel so blessed to be part of such a profound institution; I have learnt so much about not only the craft of acting but also myself and what it takes to be an artist. I will always praise 16th Street for the support they give the acting community and the opportunities they allow us actors to have with industry greats from not only Australia but also America and the UK. I will definitely encourage other actors to take and audit classes at 16th Street Actors Studio.

Having done all sorts of classes at this studio, ranging from drop in term classes, the Part-Time Acting Program to recently a Workshop with international teachers; I have nothing but praise for them.I have been to other schools nevertheless been taught what I needed to know. However, 16th Street is a place I have honestly felt the passion needed to invigorate actors for the craft. They base the curriculum on finer details, and encourage young and old actors fundamental principles that help their own craft in characters, scenes and stories.I encourage any actor, new and old, to try out some of these programs that the studio offers and be surprised by what you learn. I, for one, have found a place to keep practising and learning.

16th Street is an acting studio that I can't recommend enough! Amazing teachers and opportunities. They are all so generous and have a genuine love and care for the people in the industry!

Great school that is as equally dedicated to providing top-notch education with highly skilled acting coaches as it is to providing clear and honest feedback. The studio is run with an incredibly strong ethical foundation, and is both warm and nurturing to all of the students.The culture is very nurturing while at the same time absolutely dedicated to teaching the actors to be industry ready" fostered through a solid work ethic and supporting self-care for mental health.I am very grateful for the time I have spent here

I have just graduated from 16th Street’s Full Time Program and I just wanted to say how incredible it was. All of the teachers and mentors were so generous, supportive and knowledgeable about the industry. I have learnt so many things that I can take into my career as an artist, but also everyday life.I can’t recommend this acting studio enough!

As a graduate of the Part Time Program, i spent the last 18th months practically living within the walls of this school, never has a school been so warm, welcoming, safe and engaging, both the full and part time programs are something i'd highly recommend to anyone wanting to pursue acting in their life. The term classes are fantastic, and a great opportunity for people to introduce themselves into the acting world in a safe and open environment, not once throughout my entire journey there as a student did i feel unwelcome or unsafe, and since graduating i frequent the school weekly for classes and other professional artistic reasons, it has become a hub for not only myself but many others to continue to help better themselves and push the limits of what they can do. I have been fortunate enough to both participate and audit masterclasses and i have each and every experience profound and highly engaging leaving me inspired and wanting to do more each and every time. I have never had any issues with the studio and cannot speak highly enough of it, it is in my opinion, the best actors studio and program in country and that is a statement i defend with honour.

I have loved every single second of my training at 16th street actors studio. I’ve learnt so much, I loved the passion, dedication and nurturing quality of each and every teacher. I cannot wait to continue my studies at 16th street with all the wonderful workshops and master classes. Kim you’ve created an incredible space for artists to grow and I will never forget my experience in director of acting: Iain Sinclair‘s class; it was the moment I absolutely fell in love with the craft of acting; it feels like this creative electricity that’s so much bigger than one person. It’s an honour to be a 16th street student. All my love, Lola Berry

As a student at the school I've never felt more desire and motivation to work hard and participate in class. Every teacher has a tremendous amount of experience and are more than willing to help out on any issues a student might be having with their work. Also the special guest teachers that the school brings to Melbourne from around the world is incredible and is worth every minute of time you spend in their classes participating or auditing.This is without a doubt one of the premier acting schools in Australia.