Business Details
Acting Classes for Kids and Teens in Portland, OR
Acting for Kids and Teens is a premier acting studio dedicated to nurturing young talent through comprehensive training in theater, TV/film, and voiceover. Founded by Emmy Award-winning actor Katie O'Grady, our studio combines Meisner technique with industry-specific tools to help students develop authentic performances and build confidence. With locations in Portland and Seattle, we offer classes for ages 7-19, career coaching for aspiring actors and their families, and immersive experiences like our Make-A-Movie Workshop.Our professional coaches, all working actors, provide personalized guidance in a supportive environment that fosters creativity and collaboration. The studio's 2,300+ sq. ft. facility includes a professional film set and recording booth, ensuring students gain real-world experience. We emphasize community through showcases, family events, and team-based projects that prepare young actors for both artistic and professional success.
Services
Acting Classes
Voiceover Coaching
Career Coaching
Summer Camps
Make-A-Movie Workshop
Highlights and features
- Professional working actors serve as instructors
- Personalized career coaching for aspiring actors
- Industry-standard facilities with film set and recording booth
- Community-focused approach with family events and showcases
- Proven track record with students landing TV/film roles
What people say
Wonderful staff
Creative environment
Industry preparation
Confidence building
Supportive community
Services
Acting Classes
Our acting classes develop stage presence and screen performance skills through scene study, improv, and on-camera training. Students learn character development and audition techniques in a supportive environment that builds confidence and artistic expression. Programs are available for all skill levels from beginner to advanced teens.
Voiceover Coaching
Professional voiceover instruction covers audiobook narration, animation, and commercial performance techniques. Students receive personalized coaching in our professional recording booth and gain technical skills for home studio setup. Demo reel production services help actors showcase their vocal range to industry professionals.
Career Coaching
One-on-one coaching sessions with Emmy Award-winning founder Katie O'Grady provide career direction for young actors and their families. Services include audition preparation, agent search strategies, and industry navigation tailored to each student's specific goals and experience level.
Make-A-Movie Workshop
This immersive workshop offers hands-on filmmaking experience with professional directors, crew, and equipment. Students participate in all aspects of production from concept to post-production, gaining practical skills while creating a professional-quality short film to showcase their acting abilities.
Summer Camps
Themed summer programs build performance confidence through collaborative projects and creative exploration. Camps include scene work, improvisation games, and technical training that prepare students for stage and screen while fostering artistic growth in a fun, supportive environment.
People
Katie O'Grady
Founder & Lead Coach
Emmy Award-winning actor and founder of Acting for Kids and Teens. With extensive experience in TV/film, voiceover, and theater, Katie provides expert career guidance and personalized coaching for young actors and their families.
Questions
What age groups do your acting classes serve?
We offer classes for children aged 7-9, 9-13, and teens aged 13+. Each program is tailored to the developmental needs and skill levels of the specific age group.
Do you offer career guidance for aspiring actors?
Yes, we provide one-on-one career coaching for both young actors and their parents, covering audition preparation, agent search, and industry navigation with our Emmy Award-winning founder.
Are there opportunities for film experience?
Our Make-A-Movie Workshop gives students hands-on experience on a professional film set with industry professionals in all technical roles.
What makes your voiceover training unique?
Our voiceover program includes personalized coaching from industry professionals, access to our custom-built VO booth, and demo reel production services.
Do you offer summer acting camps?
Yes, we provide themed summer camps that build confidence and performance skills through creative projects and collaborative learning experiences.
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Reviews (7)
Elijah Trent
Jan 07, 2022
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Learning so much about acting and getting better about everything! Got signed with an agent with the help of katie OGrady (founder of acting for kids and teens) its a great and I totally recommend signing up and I guarantee you will be a better actor!
Cam Phillips
Dec 20, 2021
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Great experience! Have learned so much from the classes and the coaches are amazing at what they do. The Masters class has given me the confidence to pursue acting on my own when I graduate and will definitely miss the community created in the studio.
Kathleen Shepherd
Jun 07, 2021
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This is a wonderful professional family. My 6 year old actor attended his first class today. He gave Coach Nina a hard time, complete with emotional outbursts, and she still came out smiling and loving him. She clearly treated him well in private too because he couldn't give her enough hugs. On the way home he was talking about the exercises and class structure. It's low pressure and feels like a playgroup but he was learning solid ideas and techniques that he immediately applied to the character voice he's recording for right now.
Trent More
May 18, 2021
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The Studio NW and Acting For Kids and Teens is an amazing place. My daughter gained a lot of confidence and grew as a person through taking classes. Coach Katie is fantastic and Jessica is incredible. Thanks so much.
Ella Cortese
Jun 27, 2019
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I have been training at AFKT for about 4 years now and I have learned so many amazing things and had so many amazing opportunities. Katie and all of the coaches are so caring and take the time to learn what each individual needs to grow as an actor. The environment is so welcoming, from the moment I joined I felt a strong sense of belonging. I am endlessly thankful for Coach Katie and the other amazing coaches, as well as the staff and all of the people I have met a long the way. AFKT doesn't only teach acting, but provides a safe space for artists to feel free and encouraged to create.
Ryan Durow
Jun 04, 2019
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Great Great Great place for kids to get formal acting, training and preparation to be in front of a camera. Katie O'Grady is a wonderful person and is a delight to be around. Her staff are wonderful and courteous. The classes are fun, creative and the kids love it.
William Shields
Nov 28, 2018
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Our 10-year old daughter has had a great experience with the Make-a-Movie winter camp and other classes. The staff are kind, work hard, are great with kids and are in n this for all the right reasons. If your kid likes acting, Id highly recommend them!
