Ongoing Shakespeare at AZAA!

Ongoing Shakespeare Registration

Shakespeare is Back! Ongoing Training Returns

—and there’s no better way to sharpen your craft, expand your artistry, and step into the tradition of the world’s greatest actors. From Viola Davis to Meryl Streep, Ian McKellen to Denzel Washington, the best actors in the industry have trained in Shakespeare. Now, it’s your turn.

 

Our Shakespeare training rivals that of formal institutions in its depth and dedication but never fails to be dynamic and fun! Our program readies the ambitious actor for the professional stage or screen while remaining a haven for the creative spirit only looking for a place to play with Shakespeare’s timeless words. This program is performance driven and comprehensive.

Ongoing Shakespeare Registration
Ongoing Shakespeare - Sundays 11am-12:30pm

Ongoing Shakespeare 

In-Person Class

Meeting Sundays starting April 6th!

11am-12:30pm

$225 per month

$150* with added program discount

Instructor: Brandy Hotchner

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This ongoing class is designed for actors of all levels, offering a progressive and immersive approach to classical acting. Led by Brandy Hotchner, this training is built on her First Folio technique, unlocking the rhythm, energy, and authenticity of Shakespeare’s text. You’ll receive individual coaching, engage in dynamic text work, and develop the essential skills that set great actors apart.

Why Shakespeare? Why Now?

⭐ It’s the Ultimate Acting Training ~ Expand your vocal and physical range, connect deeply to text, and command the stage with confidence.
⭐ First Folio Technique ~ Learn to decode and perform Shakespeare’s language with precision and ease.
⭐ Voice, Movement & Performance ~ Strengthen your presence, articulation, and expression.
⭐ Personalized Coaching ~ Get expert feedback tailored to your growth.
⭐ Progressive & Ongoing ~ Develop your skills over time, at your own pace.

This isn’t just an acting class – it’s an opportunity to transform your craft and join the tradition of actors who have made history.

Shakespeare is back. Are you ready to level up? Enrollment Now Open! Secure your spot today.

Ongoing Shakespeare Registration

AZAA Registration For Ongoing Shakespeare

Ongoing Shakespeare

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All of our enrollment is ongoing and automatic, therefore once you are enrolled there are no credits or refunds for missed classes.
If the date you want is unavailable to select, the class is full, please move onto the next available date.

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Terms of Enrollment
• PAYMENT Your total tuition fee will be presented before submitting and charged upon completed registration using the information provided.
• REFUNDS Your payment is non-refundable. Cancellations should be made with at least 48 hours notice to pursue credit for future AZAA classes.
• INSTRUCTOR EMERGENCY In the event of emergency, we will send email notifications if classes are cancelled. Any cancelled classes will be offered a make-up class with ample time to adjust your schedule.
• Class Etiquette
We strive every day to create the safest creative environment for artistic development. This requires a working space of the highest integrity for personal risk taking and artistic exploration, both on and off the stage. Please review our student expectations.

Class Waiver & Policies

Waiver of Liability:
As a participant in any program or class at Arizona Actors Academy/Theatre Upstairs (Hotchner Studios LLC), understand and agree that in participating in any acting/voice/movement class, workshop, rehearsal or performance, there is a possibility of physical injury or death. I recognize and acknowledge there are certain risks of physical injury, and I agree to assume the full risk of injuries, including death, damages or loss that I or my minor child may sustain as a result of participating in any activities connected with or associated with such program or class. I agree to waive and relinquish all claims I or my minor child may have as a result of participating in any program or class against Arizona Actors Academy/Theatre Upstairs. (Hotchner Studios LLC) and its officers, agents, servants, employees and independent contractors. I further agree to indemnify and hold harmless and defend Arizona Actors Academy/Theatre Upstairs (Hotchner Studios LLC) and it's officers, agents, servants, employees an independent contractors from my claims resulting from injuries including death, damages and losses sustained by me or my minor child that arise out of, in connection with, or in any way associated with the activities of this program.
Optional Waiver:
Please check this waiver if you will permit use of you or your child's image as described below. If you do not check this waiver, we will not use you or your child's image. I understand that Arizona Actors Academy/Theatre Upstairs (Hotchner Sudios LLC) is a non-profit organization that promotes acting as an art form not only to it's students, but also to the community at large. As such, articles, brochures, videos and websites may be used either promotionally or educationally and may include images of Arizona Actors Academy/Theatre Upstairs (Hotchner Studios LLC) students or other participants in our programs. I hereby permit the use of my, or my daughter/son's image to be photographed, videotaped or otherwise recorded for the use in Arizona Actors Academy/Theatre Upstairs (Hotchner Studios LLC) publicity or educational materials. These materials include, but are not limited to, photographs of classes and performances, newsletters, various other school publications, Arizona Actors Academy/Theatre Upstairs (Hotchner Studios LLC) internet webpage and video of class/performances.

Payment

You are enrolling into our ongoing Shakespeare class.

Your enrollment will carry over automatically each month until you choose to withdraw. You can withdraw at anytime through our student resources, keeping our 30-day notice in mind. 

  • Full tuition payment is required to register.
  • Your tuition payment will be charged automatically every month on the 1st until you submit a withdrawal or enrollment change.
    • Use a debit/credit card account for automatic payments to make your class payment. 
  • Withdrawals within a 30 day notice will still be charged automatic tuition.
  • You can still withdraw or make changes anytime before the 25th to recover credit for future classes.
  • Any tuition credits from prior withdrawal or otherwise will be credited to your first automatic tuition charge or second month's balance due.
  • Students can pursue consideration for enrollment pauses via the Student Enrollment Change form on our website.
  • Please contact us at info@azactorsacademy.com with questions and enrollment concerns.
  • All tuition payments are non-refundable.
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Enrollment Changes

Forms for students already enrolled in Meisner wishing to make payment extension requests, continue or cancel enrollment. All change requests should be made before the 25th of the month and a withdrawal outside of your commitment requires a 30 day notice. 

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