Esper Studio: Enroll Now! - Esper Studio

- Six-week Summer Intensive begins June 22, 2026. - Fall Two-Year Program begins September 17, 2026. Actors who work. Artists for life. Find your artistic home at the most recommended Meisner Technique studio. Founded by William Esper in 1965 and now celebrating 60 years, Esper Studio carries forward one of the most influential legacies in actor training. Join a thriving network of alumni working across film, television, and theatre including Regina Hall, Ramy Youssef, Ebon Moss-Bachrach, Sam Rockwell, Daphne Rubin-Vega, Timothy Olyphant, Tracee Ellis Ross, Stephen Adly Guirgis, Eden Espinosa and many more. Two-Year Program Our Two-Year Acting Program offers premier conservatory-level training on a par with the most prestigious BFA and MFA programs. All acting teachers at the Studio were trained directly by William Esper and our conservatory faculty includes current and former instructors from NYU Tisch, Carnegie Mellon, Yale, Juilliard, and Rutgers. Graduates are eligible to join our Career Launch Program, featuring industry workshops, personalized mentorship, and live and digital industry presentations that bridge training to professional work. Summer Intensive Our Summer Intensive is a focused introduction to Meisner-based training with classes available mornings, afternoons, or evenings, meeting three to five days per week depending on your program track and schedule. Perfect for those looking to jump-start their training or professionals seeking to elevate their craft in an immersive format. Get a “First Look!” Interested in getting an insider’s perspective on being an Esper student? Join us at the Studio for a “First Look” on February 11, 2026 at 11:00am RSVP here. Applications are open, spaces are limited. Learn more and apply today.