Craft | Career | Community
Professional Acting Classes & Coaching,
led by Hollywood Actor & Coach Theo Devaney.
About Us
At Theo Devaney Acting Studio, we prioritize the growth and success of our Actors, and we see the results in more success in auditions, expanded opportunities, and skyrocketing confidence. Through a combination of Craft, Career & Mindset mentoring, we enable powerful and sustained results in the personal and professional lives of our members.
We guarantee -
From the first call, the first class - you will be changed.
Our Mission
We exist to empower artists to become the most inspired, successful versions of themselves. Through expert training, mentorship, and collaboration, we support your journey from wherever you are right now to wherever you want to go.
What We Offer
Skills You’ll Gain Through Our Training
SCRIPT ANALYSIS & CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT
Learning how to break down a script: identifying beats, objectives, obstacles; building backstory; understanding character arcs - as well as memorisation techniques to master long scenes!
VOICE / SPEECH / DICTION / ACCENTS
Clarity, projection, control of voice, mastering dialects & accents.
TECHNICAL PREPARATION FOR ALL FORMS OF ACTING
Film & TV, Theatre, Commercials & Voiceover - and the many subgenres of each medium!
IMPROVISATION
Great for freeing your authentic voice, enabling actors to think quickly, adapt, respond in-the-moment: crucial for performance and auditions.
IMPROVISATION ON-CAMERA / SELF-TAPE AUDITION SKILLS
Nowadays, most auditions are remote; we help with technical setup (lighting, sound, framing), and performing well to camera for all types of roles.
EMOTIONAL AUTHENTICITY & EXPRESSION
Being able to access and express emotion(s) in a way that feels real and believable; emotional range, vulnerability, authenticity & nuance.
PHYSICALITY / MOVEMENT / BODY AWARENESS
How to move like an Actor, stage presence, use of body language. Basic principles of fight/stage combat.
BUSINESS OF ACTING / CAREER STRATEGY
How to establish yourself in ANY market, how to get representation, how to build reels, how to use online casting platforms, how to manage branding/self-promotion.
Our Team
About the Coaches
Theo Devaney trained at the Oxford School of Drama and has spent over two decades working in film, TV, theatre, commercials, and voiceover.
He’s best known as Count Simon in Netflix’s A Christmas Prince and The Princess Switch, Gavin McLeod in Supernatural, and Winston in Psych. He also voices Sherlock Holmes in the anime sensation Moriarty the Patriot on Crunchyroll.
Through the work of the studio, Theo exercises his passion for helping new and emerging actors become the most inspired, empowered, and successful version of themselves.
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 Choose Us
We’re driven by one principle: growth.
Every week, our actors level up — booking TV, film, commercials, and theatre; joining SAG-AFTRA and Equity; and securing high-quality representation in New York and New Jersey.
With 60 years of professional acting experience and 30 years of coaching expertise, we give every member targeted, practical guidance that moves their career forward. Every class should make you better — and your confidence should increase week by week.
Add to that a thriving community with real marketplace visibility, and you gain an advantage few actors ever have.
This is why both new and established actors see such extraordinary progress with us — often within weeks.
From Our Studio Family
Theo’s wealth of knowledge shines through in everything he does, and he’s created such a supportive and healthy environment where I feel totally comfortable exploring and expressing myself. We work on all aspects of the craft and we all feel how much Theo loves this work (which is contagious) and how much he cares about each of us. He pours his heart and soul into the studio and it shows. Another special part of this space is that we’re all at different stages in our acting journeys and careers, yet we constantly uplift and support each other. Whether you’re just starting out or a seasoned professional, you’ll get something extremely valuable from this community. I’m so, so grateful to have found Theo and this amazing group of people.
Lindsay Heitzler
Student
Classes & Workshops
All Classes take place weekly at Theo Devaney Acting Studio in Orange, New Jersey and are ongoing. Private 1:1 Acting Coaching also available.
About the Coaches
Adult Acting Classes
Monday
Master Class
7 – 10 PM
Tuesday
General Class
7 – 10 PM
Wednesday Virtual Class
12 – 1:30 PM
Wednesday General Class
7 – 10 PM
Thursday
General Class
7 – 10 PM
Workshops
Here at Theo Devaney Acting Studio, we are regularly organising professional acting workshops with leading industry figures — experts in the craft, career development, and mindset coaching for actors. These events are a great opportunity for non-members to experience our acting classes and coaching environment first-hand, and to participate in the creative life of the studio. For members, they offer direct access to fresh learning, professional insights, and growth opportunities from across the acting industry — both here in New Jersey and New York, and through our virtual workshops connecting actors globally.
Best Value
In-Person Classes
225
Every month
Hands-on, instructor-led acting classes in person to develop your skills and confidence on stage and screen.
Valid until canceled
Best Value
Virtual Classes
150
Every month
Learn and grow your acting skills from anywhere with live, interactive online classes.
Valid until canceled
Best Value
1:1 Coaching (Hourly)
125
Get personalized guidance and feedback with one-on-one acting coaching tailored to your goals.
Valid until canceled
Monthly Membership Prices
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Theo’s Acting
News & 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.
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