Private Acting & Drama Lessons for Children, Kids, Tweens, Teens, Teenagers & Adults in NJ (Beginner / Intermediate / Advanced)

PTW’s Private Acting & Drama Lessons are created with the specific young actor in mind. Instructors create lesson plans and tailor acting techniques to build on that particular student’s talents, stretch the student’s awareness, and bring the student to a deeper understanding of acting technique, choice, and preparation. Private Acting & Drama Lessons are a unique and wonderful way to engage a young actor in a one-on-one setting and have a student focus just on his or her skills.

We also have an annual private lesson recital where you can perform one of your songs for your friends and family “Live, in Concert”!
The PTW Difference

TOP REASONS TO CHOOSE PTW FOR PRIVATE ACTING & DRAMA LESSONS IN NJ

  1. Our expert, caring faculty (More)
  2. Our long 28-year history and track record of student successes (More)
  3. Our fun, positive, non-competitive atmosphere that provides the environment for building self-esteem and life-long friendships (More)
  4. Our curriculum and teaching practices grounded in educational principals to maximize learning and success at every level (More)
  5. Our small class sizes with individual attention to every student (More)
  6. Our careful attention to placing students in classes that match their age AND level (More)
  7. Our wide variety of course selection, with expert teachers in each area, enables students to receive a comprehensive performing arts education “under one roof” (More)
  8. Our varied and frequent performance opportunities (More)
  9. Our detailed attention to audition preparation and preparation for college and beyond. (More)
  10. Our flexible payment plans tailored to individual financial needs (More)
  11. Our connections with key agents and managers in the business (More)
  12. Our warm environment and artistic community that becomes our students’ “theatre home” for life (More)

Performers Theatre Workshop, located in Maplewood, New Jersey, is one of NJ and NY’s leading performing arts school. Students, ages three to adult can take a variety of classes in all performing arts areas, and proceed at their own pace. PTW’s expert and caring teachers offer indivdual attention to all students. At PTW, there is an enormous sense of community as well as a respect for the individual, which nurtures the young artist and prepares him or her for life on or off the stage.
Student & Parent Reviews
“What I like about PTW is the fact that the teachers are professional. Everyone is kind to each other, and you really learn here.”
-Rhiana Y., Rockaway, NJ
12-year-old PTW Student
“The teachers are all very supportive, knowledgeable and caring!”
-Michelle H., Millburn, NJ
PTW Parent
“What I love about the PTW teachers is their commitment. They want you to be the best that you can be and will go out of their way to ensure it. Even if that means staying after or coming in early to help practice, pep talks and repeated instruction, they go the extra mile so you can feel like a star.”
-Faith H., Chatham, NJ
18-year-old PTW Student
“It’s so easy to perform. There is no fear; to over perform, to do better, to compete, to look better. The environment is relaxed and fun, filled with positive people and things. You can be yourself.”
-Jenny O., Clark, NJ
15-year-old PTW Student
“Classes at PTW are really unique. The teachers all have close relationships with the students and there is a lot of 1 on 1 teaching. I like that they really care about each of us and want to work with us individually.”
-Jennifer P., Ridgewood, NJ
17-year-old PTW Student
“The teachers make the classes special. Every single one of them is talented and has something unique to teach their students. I love that my teachers aren’t just teachers, they are friends too.”
Lucy B., Cranford, NJ
16-year-old PTW Student
Class Offerings
  • Acting Classes - Theatre Acting / Monologue Preparation / TV
  • Acting For Television & Film / Comedy & Improv
  • Dancing Classes - Hip Hop / Jazz / Modern / Ballet / Tap
  • Singing Classes - Broadway / Pop / Classical / Rock
  • Voice Private Lessons
  • Guitar Private Lessons
  • Piano Private Lessons
  • Glee - Perform Songs from the Hit TV Show
  • NYC Broadway Showcase for agents, managers and casting directors
  • Lots of performing opportunities

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Our Mission

PTW’s mission is to provide the highest caliber of performing arts education to students of all ages and abilities, and to foster individual growth in a caring, supportive artistic community.
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