Founder Story

Katie O'Grady

Katie O’Grady is founder and owner of Acting for Kids & Teens and an Emmy award-winning director, actress, writer and producer.

Emmy Award Winning Director

It all begins with the work

Working Actor of 20 years

Owner & founder

Meet Katie

Acting Classes

Acting for TV & Film

At AFKT we teach acting for TV & Film specifically. Classes are grouped by age and are perfect fit for experienced and novice creators! New students are welcomed any time.

Fundamentals of Acting

Improv

Creativity

Fun

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Why AFKT?

Aside from being just plain fun and entertaining, there are so many ways that acting lessons translate to real-life skills, whether you child wants to become a serious career actor or just enjoys it as a hobby.

Acting builds confidence!

It’s their own community.

Presentation skills

Camaraderie & teamwork.

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Summer Camps

Join AFKT for an "Acting" Packed summer camps. We have camps for kids age 8 to teens!

Week of Everything TV & Film

Improv & Comedy

Create Your Own Short Film

Make-A-Movie

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Online Acting

Online Acting Classes

No matter where you live. We have several opportunities for actors to learn online

Train At Home w/Coach Katie

Private Acting Sessions

Career Consultations

Special Online Events

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Our Kids Have Been featured on

The Northwest’s Premiere TV and Film Acting Studio

Acting for Kids & Teens is a state-of-the-art acting studio in Portland, OR offering classes, workshops, voiceover lessons, audition assistance and private coaching. All of our coaches are working actors who empower kids every day to show up in their voice, while growing their confidence and life skills in a supportive community where they are heard.

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Why AFKT?

Build Confidence, Amazing Community, Creativity & FUN!

Acting Classes

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Acting Workshops

Upcoming Acting Workshops

Client Testimonial

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We have been going to AFKT for some time now. My daughter loves Katie and her wonderful teachers and staff!
Rob W.AFKT Parent

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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.
Ryan D.AFKT Parent

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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 and
Andre's Mom

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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.AFKT Parent

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Katie creates a nurturing community of young actors. She cares deeply about empowering the kids she works with.
Claire V.Teacher & Artist

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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.AFKT Student

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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.AFKT Parent