Professional acting classes and coaching for all levels and all ages.
Whether you’re taking your first step into acting or are a seasoned professional, our inclusive and engaging acting classes in Orange, NJ, offer something for everyone. In a relaxed and supportive environment, you’ll explore acting techniques for TV, film, theatre, improv, and commercials through hands-on exercises, scene work, and personalized coaching.
About the Classes
Membership of the studio encompasses in class practice as well as special events and mentoring to support your ongoing development and growth.
In these complete Acting classes, new and experienced actors can practice:
- Scene Study
- Script Analysis
- Building a Character
- Voice and Body Conditioning
- Acting for Stage and Screen
- Voice Over Acting
- Film, TV & Commercial Audition Technique
- Improvisation
Member benefits include access to the following:
- Weekly Acting Class
- Rotating Industry Guest Events
- Discounted 1 on 1 Mentoring
Adult General Acting Class
Perfect for beginners and intermediate actors, this class provides foundational skills, confidence-building, and a no-pressure space to explore the craft. Our experienced Acting coaches tailor exercises to your level, ensuring a fun and enriching learning experience.
Adult Acting Masterclass
Designed for professionals and experienced amateurs, this advanced class dives deeper into challenging material and industry techniques. With a focus on audition preparation, technical consistency, and career readiness, you’ll work on theatre, TV, film, improv, and commercial acting. Our Acting Masterclass helps you refine your skills and transition seamlessly into the professional industry as a confident, reliable, and skilled actor.
Schedule & Pricing
All Classes take place weekly at Theo Devaney Acting Studio in Orange, New Jersey and are ongoing. Participation is based on a
monthly membership of $225. Private 1:1 Acting Coaching also available.
Adult Acting Classes
- Monday Masterclass 7–10 PM
- Tuesday General Class 7–10 PM
- Wednesday VIRTUAL General Class 12–1:30 PM
- Wednesday General Class 7–10 PM
- Thursday General Class 7–10 PM
Private 1:1 Acting Coaching
- Non-Member, In person $125/hour
- Member, In person $100
- Non-Member, Online $125/hour
- Member, Online $85/hour
- 10% discount when booking 5+ private coaching sessions
About the Coaches
Theo Devaney‘s core passion is to help artists become the most inspired, empowered and successful version of themselves.
After training at the Oxford School of Drama (UK), Theo spent eight years immersed in British theatre, including running his own company, before transitioning into TV, film, and voice acting. You may recognize him as Count Simon from Netflix’s A Christmas Prince and The Princess Switch franchises, Gavin Macleod from Supernatural, or Winston from Psych. Currently, Theo has the privilege of voicing Sherlock Holmes in the acclaimed anime series Moriarty the Patriot on Crunchyroll.
Maggie Reed is a classically trained actor with decades of experience across stage, film, and television. She currently recurs as CIA Director Diana Greene on CBS’s The Equalizer and has appeared in Only Murders in the Building, Dear Edward, Law & Order: SVU, Seinfeld, and Star Trek: TNG.
Originally from Salinas, CA, Maggie holds an M.F.A. from Cornell and toured nationally with The Acting Company. As a coach, she brings warmth, humor, and deep industry insight—helping actors connect to their craft with truth and confidence.
Why Work With Us
For three years, Theo led weekly Acting Masterclasses in LA; guiding professional actors in sharpening their craft and advancing their careers. He found the camaraderie and creative energy of the studio to be as rewarding as working on a set or in a theatre company.
As Theo Devaney Acting Studio celebrates our second anniversary, we are happy to be settled into our wonderful studio in the Valley Arts District of Orange New Jersey. The mission continues to support local actors in achieving their creative dreams through professional training, mentorship, and collaboration. Let’s build your craft, confidence, and career together—while sharing the joy and camaraderie that makes acting such a special calling.
Acting Opportunities in New Jersey:
As an actor I’ve had quite the nomadic career, living and working for extended periods in various major regional and global markets over the past 18 years: London, LA, Vancouver & NYC. As a coach, I specialize in helping emerging & transitioning artists to establish and assert themselves in local, regional and global creative markets, pursuing, TV, Film, Commercial & Theatre work. New Jersey is a growing hub for major international TV & Film production thanks to its proximity to NYC and the current governor’s commitment to supporting growth in NJ’s entertainment sector. Production companies always want to cast local actors if they can, for convenience, as well as administrative and financial reasons. That’s why there’s a huge advantage for local artists in these regions to make their names close to home. It’s a great place to start, as it’s a more nurturing environment in which to build a reputation. Added to this, you have access to some of the highest quality Theatre in the world, and I am a huge believer in the power of theatre to inspire, develop and improve actors’ work, whether as performer or audience. For info on what is currently shooting, see here for New Jersey and New York City.
Theo’s Acting News and Reels:
Theo has worked on several cool projects in 2023 & 2024, with Guest appearances on Feud: Capote vs the Swans, American Sports Story: Gladiator, Black Rabbit & The Better Sister.
A Christmas Prince: The Royal Baby (2019) – NETFLIX – Simon attempts to solve the latest mystery to afflict the Aldovian Royal Family, whilst defending himself against renewed accusations of treachery! Oh… and a Royal Baby!
A Christmas Prince: The Royal Wedding (2018) – NETFLIX – Simon returns in disgrace to try to reingratiate himself with the Aldovian Royal Family!
A Christmas Prince (2017) – NETFLIX – Conniving Cousin to the King, Count Simon, in the fan favorite Holiday Movie series.
Moriarty the Patriot (2021-2022) – Funimation – English Voice of Sherlock Holmes in the cult Anime series.
Psych (2014) Guest Star role (Winston) in the cult USA Network comedy show, alongside Cary Elwes, Dulé Hill & James Roday
Supernatural (2014-2017) Recurring Guest Star role as Gavin Macleod, Son of Crowley, alongside Jared Padalecki, Jensen Ackles, Mark Sheppard & Alaina Huffman.