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Acting for Kids and Teens is where creativity, confidence, and fun come together

Ignite your child’s passion for acting with classes in Theater, TV/film, and Voice Over at our fun, supportive studio led by professional working actors. Through scene study, on-camera training, improv, audition prep, and private coaching, students build confidence, develop stage and screen presence, and gain the skills to shine in performances of all kinds.

Got questions about finding the right acting class for your child? We love to chat! Reach out and let’s find their perfect fit together!

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Acting Classes

7-11yrs3

7-9 Year Olds

Perfect for budding performers who love expression and a little drama! Students explore theater games, TV/film scenes, and improv to spark creativity, build stage presence, and have fun performing. All levels welcome.

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9-13 Year Olds

Focused on confidence and skill-building through TV/film scenes from favorite shows, plus theater techniques for stage and screen. Students develop character, voice, and presence while learning to work as a team. All levels welcome.

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13+ Teens

Our advanced teen acting program includes stage, TV/film scene study, improv, and ensemble work. Master classes deepen craft, star in a play and a short film, and strengthen acting skills and leadership skills.

Ready to Level Up?

If you’ve ever wondered, “So my kid wants to be an actor… now what?” we can help you take the next steps with confidence. From professional one-on-one acting and voiceover coaching to imagination-packed camps, we’ve got your young actor covered. We meet with parents too! Questions on the industry for your kiddo? Schedule some Career Coaching for yourself for your budding star!

Voiceover Coaching

Unlock the world of voiceover with our lessons. Perfect for anyone looking to break into audiobooks, animation, commercials, and more. Our seasoned coaches offer personalized guidance, helping you build technique, confidence, and industry know-how. For students just starting out or leveling up!​

Career Coaching

Whether you’re exploring career questions or looking to level up your skills, we offer one-on-one services to guide parents and kids through every step from classes to auditions to jobs.

Make-A-Movie Workshop

Young actors step onto a real film set and collaborate with industry professionals including directors, makeup artists, sound mixers, and crew to create true movie magic. From concept to post-production, it’s the ultimate on-set learning experience, and every student leaves with a film to treasure forever.

Camps!

These camps are great for building confidence, encouraging free-flowing imagination, and getting comfortable performing. All levels are welcome. Come join one of our camps when school is out!

Meet our coaches!

Our acting coaches are working pros who get the industry and they’re here to help you grow, shine, and take your career to the next stage.

What Makes Our Coaches Unique

Our Approach

Our approach blends technique with truth. Grounded in Meisner and layered with tools from Suzuki, Sense Memory, improv, and body work, our training helps actors connect deeply, listen fully, and respond with honesty. We take that work to the camera and to the stage, shaping performances that are alive, nuanced, and built for both mediums.

Because acting, at its core, is about living truthfully in the imagined moments our writers have created.

Our Services

We’re more than an acting studio, we’re a full support system. With a dedicated behind-the-scenes staff and coaches working in TV/film, theater, voiceover, and career development, we’ve built a space that covers every angle of the craft. From training to taping to figuring out your next move—we don’t miss a thing.

Our Community

This isn’t just an acting class, it’s your creative home.
You’ll find a community that’s supportive, energized, and in it with you. We cheer each other on, challenge each other to grow, and keep the work inspired and fun.

From industry showcases and family nights to potlucks and post-class drinks, we don’t just say “community” we live it.

Read why they love us!
We’re all about great teaching, big hearts, and good vibes!

Katie O'Grady and all of the coaches here at this studio are absolutely wonderful! I am a current actor in LA and graduated with Honors and a Theatre and Music degree from Pepperdine University, and am so thankful for the time I spent in this studio! It better prepared me for my future career, and did so in a loving, safe, and supportive environment!
- Lauren
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.
- Ryan D.
Hi there, I just wanted to thank you and your team for making us feel so welcome at the studio and for making Andre feel at ease for his very first audition! Also, I wanted to let you know that he had an absolutely fantastic time in class, he LOVED it! I am soooo glad I found you guys.
- Andre's Mom
Hands down the best acting studio in Portland for young people! Perfect for those who may be a bit shy but want to explore their creative side, as well as serious actors looking for guidance in career building. Katie O'Grady provides a safe, judgement free space where actors of all levels and backgrounds can come to dive into fun, challenging work. I couldn't be the actor I am today without this amazing studio!
- William S.
It has been an incredible experience to have our daughter and son in classes at Acting for Kids & Teens. The acting teachers have encouraged them to take risks, work as a team, learn new skills, and grow as performers, artists, and humans. And all of this while having fun! It's truly a remarkable program in Portland - we are deeply grateful.
- Jordann
I’ve been training here for 3 years and it has been one the best choices I’ve made. The community, coaching and the opportunities you get here are unbeatable. I highly recommend joining the acting for kids and teens family!
- Hailee M.
I can not say enough good things about Acting for Kids and Teens. Do you want your child to grow in the arts, learn from working actors, walk into a room full of strangers and feel confident, make true friends, serve others, work hard towards a dream, all while having fun? Then there is simply no better place in the Portland area to send your kids.
- Jen H.
Katie creates a nurturing community of young actors. She cares deeply about empowering the kids she works with.
- Claire V.
We have been going to AFKT for some time now. My daughter loves Katie and her wonderful teachers and staff!
- Rob W.

CHECK OUT OUR STUDIO!

Our 2,300+ sq. ft. studio is a place for students to train, create, and feel at home while chasing big dreams.

While your kid is in class, you’re welcome to kick back and make yourself at home. We’ve got free Wi-Fi, tables if you want to get some work done, a cozy lobby for relaxing with a coffee, and a kitchen too.

Curious about the space? Reach out for a new student tour. We’d love to show you around!