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Program Recognition

•One of the most highly respected theater training programs in the US, founded in 1929

•Melancholia earned 11 National KCACTF awards in Spring 2023, including Distinguished Production of a Play and Distinguished Performance by an Actor

Training

•Intensive conservatory training with working professionals

•Regular coordination with Cinema/TV department for film and television acting experience

•Classes restricted to committed students in the program

Notable Alumni

•Morgan Freeman — Academy Award winner (Million Dollar Baby)

•Mark Hamill — received Hollywood Walk of Fame star in 2018

School Info

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29%

Grad Rate

11.2K

Enrollment

$36K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

In-State Tuition

$1,238

Before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

$11,040

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$35,645

Before aid

Average Net Price

$10,261

After aid

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Program info updated Jul 9, 2:32 PM

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

•One of the most highly respected theater training programs in the US, founded in 1929

•Melancholia earned 11 National KCACTF awards in Spring 2023, including Distinguished Production of a Play and Distinguished Performance by an Actor

Training

•Intensive conservatory training with working professionals

•Regular coordination with Cinema/TV department for film and television acting experience

•Classes restricted to committed students in the program

Notable Alumni

•Morgan Freeman — Academy Award winner (Million Dollar Baby)

•Mark Hamill — received Hollywood Walk of Fame star in 2018

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

•One of the most highly respected theater training programs in the US, founded in 1929

•Melancholia earned 11 National KCACTF awards in Spring 2023, including Distinguished Production of a Play and Distinguished Performance by an Actor

Training

•Intensive conservatory training with working professionals

•Regular coordination with Cinema/TV department for film and television acting experience

•Classes restricted to committed students in the program

Notable Alumni

•Morgan Freeman — Academy Award winner (Million Dollar Baby)

•Mark Hamill — received Hollywood Walk of Fame star in 2018

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2026

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Prescreen Requirements

These requirements are from the Fall 2026 entry cycle. Fall 2027 requirements are typically posted between August and October and usually change only slightly — confirm on the official source before submitting.

Monologues

One Monologue, 2-5 Min

•From a published play

•Fully memorized

•Should demonstrate your ability to play a character

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Callback Requirements

Monologues

Two Contrasting Monologues, 2 Min Max Each

•One classical and one contemporary, OR one dramatic and one comedic

•Audition observed by Theatre Academy Chair and Academy Acting faculty

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Good to Know

Application Logistics

•No application fee to LACC Theatre Academy

Enrollment

•If accepted to the Academy, must also apply to Los Angeles City College

•Full-time commitment required — block program of classes

•No night or Saturday classes in the Theatre Academy program

Admission Pathway

•Pass TA 200 (Introduction to Acting) to enter the conservatory the following semester

•Day and night classes available for TA 200

Transfer Pathway

This is a transfer pathway degree built to transfer into a four-year program. Confirm which universities it articulates to, and which credits carry over, before you enroll.

What's The Process

Audition Process

•Complete the Acting Program online application

•You will receive an email with instructions and a video upload link

•Submit a single monologue video (2-5 min)

•Faculty evaluate your submission and email follow-up information

Audition Expectations

•If invited, prepare two contrasting monologues for in-person audition

•Audition observed by Theatre Academy Chair and Academy Acting faculty

•Contact: (323) 953-4000 ext. 2970

School Info

Snapshot

29%

Grad Rate

11.2K

Enrollment

$36K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

In-State Tuition

$1,238

Before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

$11,040

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$35,645

Before aid

Average Net Price

$10,261

After aid

Official source College Scorecard

Program Recognition

•One of the most highly respected theater training programs in the US, founded in 1929

•Melancholia earned 11 National KCACTF awards in Spring 2023, including Distinguished Production of a Play and Distinguished Performance by an Actor

Training

•Intensive conservatory training with working professionals

•Regular coordination with Cinema/TV department for film and television acting experience

•Classes restricted to committed students in the program

Notable Alumni

•Morgan Freeman — Academy Award winner (Million Dollar Baby)

•Mark Hamill — received Hollywood Walk of Fame star in 2018

Updated Jul 9, 2:32 PM

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