Thoroughly enjoyed my adult 6 week classes. Cody was very attentive during our scenes and gave feedback that we could apply right then and there. As someone who loves performing AND perfecting, I wasn't overwhelmed while taking direction. The front desk gals were always so pleasant and helpful! This really gave me the inspiration I needed to continue my dreams and aspirations. I looked forward to each class. I also keep in touch in my cohort and we continue to encourage each other! It was great to see all of the photos and success of previous students plastered on the wall! Yes! I love the full breakdown Cody gave us regarding "moving to LA" I was mind blown and completely changed my perspective on Acting and how I should pursue it! I cannot wait to take the commercial course this month and continue my ongoing acting classes! Tip: 1. Go in ready to learn and absorb everything. Take notes, EVERY session. (I'm still reviewing notes and implementing them) 2. Ask questions. Everything that you have ever wondered about the industry. ASK! 3. Make connections. There are beginners, advanced and in-between in the class. There may be opportunities to work with them in the future! 4. During your one on one, speak candidly, respectfully and ask MORE questions! This is your time to learn from Cody, who has been in the industry since he was a child! Wealth of knowledge! read more

Studio 24 - Performing Arts Near Me - Folsom, California

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You in NorCal and want to get into acting? You want to learn the real aspects of the TV/film/commercial business? Do you have no experience, little experience, bunch of experience but want to stay sharp? Then you NEED to enroll in one of Studio 24's workshops. End of discussion. The staff is incredible and Cody is a highly engaged, attentive, and experienced teacher that will provide you with the right feedback to bring your career to the next level. Studio 24's track record speaks for itself. Don't play yourself. Join Studio 24, and learn to play other people! read more

Amazing experience! Loved the set of beginner classes I took. Great studio and great instructors. I learned so much. Thank you all again.

Studio 24 is absolutely the place to go for aspiring actors. Their staff are amazing, professional, knowledgeable and walks with you throughout the entire process. They are patient and answer your questions and concerns. They offer different workshops and classes that help one to better understand the industry. I strongly recommend Studio 24! read more

Studio 24 is an amazing acting school and I highly recommend it! Whatever your experience level, they have a place for you here! They are friendly, warm, inviting, and are very knowledgeable about both the craft and the business. Whether you are just getting comfortable in front of the camera, or looking for that professional polish to land that big audition, this is the place for you! From getting your headshots done, to assisting you in finding representation with an agent, they do it all. I started off in the six week intro course because I was interested in the career. Since then, I have enrolled in the ongoing classes, attended workshops, and have taken advantage of amazing private coaching lessons with Brie! I also recently got my headshots done, and shortly after achieved my first theatrical credit for my resume! If you're interested in acting, get in there and check it out! read more

I joined this class wanting to learn more about the industry and to get the chance to work with people in person. After the last 4 weeks I feel like I've learned more than I did before which I'm grateful for. This class has given me the confidence I needed to make my career possible. The only thing I didn't like was the fact that I felt rushed during my scenes each week which could have been for numerous reasons. I think due to the fact that I took a 4 week class instead of ongoing classes made it feel like we had to rush. I also try to think positively that we did our scene so good that we didn't have to do it again! Overall I would recommend this place to anyone wanting to get a start on their acting career. read more

Literally a game changer. They take your "I've always wanted to be an actor but it's so unrealistic" and turn it into tangible goals that you can actually achieve to become a professional actor. They provide everything that will help you reach those goals, and once you've been a student with them they support you throughout your career. I just had my headshots done by Cody at Studio 24 and they came out amazing. I've even received self tape audition requests based solely on my headshot submissions within one week of uploading them to my profiles! read more

After taking the introductory TV/Film 4 week class, I think if you want to be an actor and need direction, Studio24 is great place to go . Cody is a fantastic teacher, super knowledgeable, gives clear feedback and honest advice. You can tell he is passionate and sincere. In addition he has done the things and the steps that he reccomends, and has proven them to be successful. I've gained a lot of clarity in this class about the art of acting as well as the industry. Cody cleared up all misconstrued ideas of the industry being hopeless or a one in a million chance and explains how to navigate it all. I've gained the groundwork to be successful, and will be continuing with classes as soon as possible. Staff is friendly and it is a very positive environment, also very clean. I've been interested in acting for a very long time but with much hesitation and uncertainty, but my overall confidence in my own potential has rose with each performance I did and I came out of this class with clear goals and steps forward. read more

There are many people who will scoff and criticize someone who wants to pursue acting as a profession. Unsupported and unguided, individuals may give up their dreams and conform. Studio 24 offers an environment that firmly believes that not only is a career in acting honorable but also attainable. Through hard work, discipline, and perseverance many of Studio 24's students have begun to live their lives as professional working actors. The head acting coach and owner, Cody Dorkin, has been working in the business since he was 7 years old and has worked with every major studio and network in the Los Angeles area. If that does not scream "EXPERIENCED" then, jiminy willikers batman! I remember my first day with Cody, we were breaking down a scene and as I was performing I froze a bit with hesitation. Cody noticed and asked what was wrong, I confided in him that I often feel that I'm focusing too much on "acting" and not giving an honest performance. He sat me down and took a seat across from me and gave me a look of reassurance and said, "That's why you're here. You're going to learn technique and get all the tools you'll need to really give that honest performance." It was at that moment I knew I made the right decision coming to Studio 24. Cody himself is from the Sacramento region, he genuinely cares about each of his students and wants to see them succeed. The classes and workshops offer actors an opportunity to grow and become more confident in their abilities. Friendships are easily formed and you find yourself with a well knit community of fellow dreamers. They even offer workshops taught by a leading acting coach from Los Angeles; Mary McCusker. (She's so cool!) The staff at Studio 24 are top notch and some of the most delightful people you'll have the pleasure of meeting. The Creative Assistant, Kyler Spickler, and the Office Administrator, Jaime Castellanos, are extremely passionate about their work and are always around to welcome you with a smile and answer any questions you may have. People may be frightened with prices but I would never see it as a "waste", acting is a business and you should invest in yourself. Everything the studio offers is meant to help propel your career forward. The headshots are agent recommended, you can tell a professional difference from other places. Here, Jaime or Kyler can help determine which headshot package is right for you and offer any notes that may help you in preparation. The demo reels that Studio 24 can create for you are look and feel like you are already on the big screen. The process of creating one is very well structured. You schedule a consultation with Cody and speak about what types of characters you can portray. They take that information and write scenes tailored just for you! When the shoot day comes you are literally walking onto a set. The quality and experience are beyond incredible. If acting is your passion, and you know in the depths of your soul that it is the only career for you, then go to Studio 24. There is so much more I could write about them but I want readers to actually go and experience it for themselves. This place will be like your second home, it is where you will see your dream come true. read more

My daughter has been taking acting classes for seven months and she loves it! Generally, class is in person but with the current situation of sheltering in place Studio 24 has made the transition to distant learning easy, fun and still engaging for the students! I am beyond impressed and thankful to have found this school for my daughter. Carrie R. read more

"Show" and "Business". Two words that actually go together, but in an acting class rarely is the word "Business" incorporated. The "Show" portion is usually 99.9% of the class, but not at Studio 24. I've been lucky enough to do stage shows locally, and was getting a head shot done, when the guy who was taking my head shots asked if it was for TV/Film. I never thought of myself as being able to do that, but he said I should give it a shot. I looked at various classes, and came upon Studio 24. It's main focus is on TV/Film, so I figured what better place to get my feet wet and see what it's all about. Needless to say, this class, and the Studio 24 institution is in my opinion, the best acting class I've ever been able to attend. I took a class at an extremely reputable acting company in San Francisco, which was amazing, but coming across Studio 24, it blew that class out of the water. Cody Dorkin (owner and instructor) has the patience of Job, and made sure that ALL students got as much time as everybody else involving feed back, technique and pushing everyone to be their best. Being older than almost everybody in the class, I really wanted to scream out to everybody what they actually had here, and what they had is AMAZING. Cody has the ability to pinpoint a performance, tweak it, know his students, and direct them in a way that gives results that dropped my jaw more than a few times. The "Business" aspect of the class is just as noteworthy as the acting portion. Cody gives very detailed information about getting an agent, how to approach an audition, local talent agencies, and how to best prepare as an actor to GET PARTS. He gives a blueprint as to going down to Los Angeles, and because of his film acting background (look him up on IMDB), he knows what he's talking about. He coaches you to be at the top of your game during an audition, and what goes through a casting directors mind. It's information that EVERY actor needs to hear and REALIZE that this is truly a BUSINESS. If you are curious about acting for the camera, or just acting in general, you owe it to yourself to get enrolled in Studio 24. You won't be sorry!!!!! read more

Great Headshots. Great Instruction. My son had a set of head shots done at Studio 24 for some acting resumes he needs to submit. Cody did an exceptional job. He was a great help in selecting the correct clothes for the "look" we were going for. The new facility is great and it allows a great deal of natural light for lighting the images. We were reviewing the photos online within minutes of wrapping the shoot. The problem was that there were too many excellent shots to choose from. There are a lot of good portrait photographers out there. Acting head shots are a speciality and it is important to have someone who knows how to do a good headshot. Not everyone can do them. Studio 24 has this down to a science. Got some excellent coaching from Jackie on developing the acting career. Studio 24 is an excellent part of developing the skills to succeed in the film/TV acting world. This place would be exceptional if it were based in LA. The fact that it is here in Folsom makes it even better. read more

Studio 24 is amazing! Did my demo reel there couldn't be more happy with it. They are great at what they do and can't wait to see where this reel takes me. This place is a must for any aspiring actor. My Demo Reel: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=Csz3-OqzVj4 Dustin read more

Studio 24 has been our go to place for acting demo reels and head shots for a couple of years now. Cody and his staff are so professional, knowledgeable and helpful! And, the end product is always amazing! read more

This place is a joke and a waste of money. Granted i can only speak for the headshot services. The classes may be a whole other story but i highly doubt it. If i hear one more person from that studio say " in the business" I will throw up. As an actual working professional "in the business" I can tell you the information they tried to pawn off on me was ridiculous. I know there is a place for this type of business. Hopeful families fork over hundreds of dollars in hopes of getting their big break, but i can promise you this is not the way. The quality of work done on the headshots is fine, you will more than likely get a use-able shot to take with you on auditions. But dont be fooled, they are no more industry professionals than John Robert Powers, ProScout or any those other scam studios. read more

I discovered Studio 24 a few years ago and I am so thankful I did. The team is incredibly kind, knowledgeable, and has integrity which is rare in today's world. The classes and workshops offered not only teach acting technique but also how to navigate the business, which is honestly the hardest part. Along with training, my professional level headshots and demo reel from Studio 24 have made a huge difference in my career. I was able to sign with an agency and begin going on bigger auditions. Now, while all of the services are important, my 2 favorite things about Studio 24 are that I met some of my best friends in class and every time I leave the studio I am inspired to work even harder towards my dreams. read more

Getting started at Studio 24 has been one of the best decisions I have ever made. From the very first inquiry on classes, to getting headshots done, to pep talks over the phone, through email and in person, Cody, Jaime and Kyler have been so incredibly instrumental in this journey in entertainment. The level of kindness, professionalism, knowledge and integrity make Studio 24 one of the elite places to discover and/or develop your craft. The culture and community of talent is wonderful and I can't rant and rave enough about how thankful I am for this experience. I am a firm believer that with the correct support system, any and all of your dreams will come true. Studio 24 continues to be an integral part of my support system. Whether you want to break into the industry, or just want to get comfortable with speaking in front of people, Studio 24 is the place to go. See you on the red carpet! A huge thank you to Andrea St. Clair for referring me! :-) read more

I cannot say enough good things about Studio 24 and Cody! I was really considering acting and was struggling to find a place since most of the trainers and coaches are in southern california. I luckily stumbled upon Studio 24 and this was the best decision I've ever made! Cody is so experienced and knowledgable on what he coaches you on! I took the intro to TV/Film course, and I learned so much in just the two months! It was definitely worth what I paid! He is really helpful, does fun improv games, and truly throws his students out there to see what they are capable of! We did tons of scenes in this class and it really gives you a vibe of if acting is for you, and what you want to pursue. I met the most amazing friends in this class and it was really cool because we all became so close so quickly from this experience! All of the workers are soo friendly and awesome, including Kyler and Jaime! Cody has successfully trained actors who are now performing in the Los Angeles area. Honestly, take a class here! Theres tons to pick from, ranging from the commercial class, to TV/film, to ongoing (which you're placed in). He also helps his students make demo reels and takes their headshots! Cody will tell you the honest truth (constructive criticism) in a professional and helpful way which really helped me figure out what I was doing wrong, what to work on, etc. I would 100% come back for another class, but they usually fill up really quick so register ASAP! read more

I've been a student at studio24 since 2011 and I consider myself so lucky, They are so professional, and they just want to see us as actors to thrive & succeed,Cody Dorkin is the best, he is so professional and knows this business so well, knows &an excellent acting coach, as a student, Studio24 really set all of us for success!!!! Their staff is excellent. Love them. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to call them, so professional and warm. read more

This review is simply a placeholder for a more extensive review I am currently working on (yes, working on, because I want to provide thorough, tangible, digestible, useful bit of information for you as to why you should strongly consider Studio 24 for any level of interest/involvement in the world of film and television acting.) Full review coming soon... read more

I am so pleased with the professional pictures I had taken at Studio 24. My hair and makeup was beautifully done by Shelby and the photos taken by Cody were fantastic! I had a hard time choosing which pics to have touched up.... I finally narrowed it down to 5....couldn't pick just one. read more

I will always recommend Studio 24, especially to new actors. Their staff is polite, professional and accommodating. In no way shape or form do I feel like I am just another number or a pay check to them. They are more than willing to help with any questions I have and I truly feel like they care about my dreams and ambitions. Cody takes his time in class and makes sure that everyone has honest insight on their performance. He is not afraid to let you know what you did right or wrong and this in turn allows actors to continue to grow to their full potential. I have had several compliments on how my acting has improved since I have started taking Studio 24's classes. And if that isn't enough, the products that Studio 24 has produced for me were absolutely amazing. The quality of my headshots and demo reel was clear and I feel more than confident submitting them to casting sites. read more

Studio 24 is a fantastic place to learn and discover more about the film industry and how it works. The staff is phenomenal, professional, and very helpful. Cody Dorkin is an amazing, experienced instructor; I'm constantly learning new things in his acting class. It's hard work and you're constantly pushed to do better, but that's when the best scenes happen. I feel far more prepared to start a career in the film industry, whereas before I went here it felt impossible. It's worth every penny. I don't know what aspiring actors do without you guys! read more

I took the voiceover class. The description of the class and what actually happened in the class were completely different from each other. It was very disappointing. Yes we did get time behind the mic, but that was the entire class pretty much. The description of the class said that we would get instruction on how to break into the business, equipment that's used, different strategies, and things along that line. Having my time was supposed to be a small part of it. Did not learn anything about the business or how to break into it at all. After almost three hours of sitting in the studio with about seven other people, all we did was listen to each other play rolls. It was also very disappointing because all they focused on was characters. They did not focus on any other aspect of voice over such as documentaries, e-books, presentations or anything like that. It was definitely not what I expected or what was presented for the class. Our teacher was very nice and of course very talented, but if you're looking for a beginner introductory class into voice over this is definitely not it. It was really pretty much a waste of our 3 hours. read more

What is a Dream?... Webster's Dictionary defines a dream as "an idea or vision that is created in your imagination and that is not real", I dreamt of being an Actor my whole life performing at rundown improv theaters in Downtown Sacramento to classes in college but it wasn't until I stumbled across Studio 24 that I actually felt like I was living my dream. As an Actor in LA now, I can truly say that Cody Dorkin was one of the best teachers I have ever had! His talent to teach people the art of acting is undeniably unique. If you put the time in to learn what he's teaching, I promise you will see results. When I found Cody the first question I asked myself was "What have I been doing all these years?", I wish I would have found him sooner! Also, the gracious Mary McCusker holds workshops at studio 24 every couple months! If you don't know who she is, look her up! Besides the Acting classes the production quality is beyond superb. I did my Demo Reel with Studio 24 as well and I can honestly say for the quality you get its a lot cheaper than what you will pay in LA, Cody captures all of the shots and the talented Kyler Spickler edits them. I have landed tons of auditions with the Demo Reel. The Talented Dorkin and Spickler may be the most talented team in the Northern California area! Thank you Studio 24 for helping me live out my Dreams and the incredible jumpstart of my Acting Career! read more

This whole business is built upon quality and integrity - Studio 24 is the real deal. I attended the studio for years, working my way up through their classes and took them up on all of their services as well. With their help, building my talent and career, I was able to acquire an agent, and follow on to book multiple commercials, TV roles and short films in the San Francisco area. I have recently made the move to LA to further my career. I can say without a doubt that compared to all the classes I have audited or studios I have attended in LA, S24 is my favorite. They provide clear instructions on how to breakdown a scene, and a character; they provide a safe and compelling environment to take risks as an artist and try out new approaches to your work; they give sound advise and services that are bar none; they take a true interest in each individual and will work to grow you personally depending on your goals, strengths and weaknesses. It is with full confidence and joy that I recommend S24 to you - you will find no better place to learn and grow as an artist, and no better place to get your materials. read more

I recently moved to Los Angeles after taking classes here for three and a half years and the help I've gotten from Cody and everyone at the studio has been absolutely invaluable in preparing me for LA. Cody not only teaches on camera drama and comedy technique but also teaches you how to navigate the business side of the entertainment industry, which is a huge part of being an actor that a lot of people don't tell you about. With his help I was able to sign with an agent, start working as an actor in Northern California, and be completely prepared to move to Los Angeles. Additionally, I made some of my closest friends at Studio 24 and it really became my home away from home. Their headshot and demo reel services are also top quality and super helpful for getting work. If you're serious about on camera acting, this is definitely the place to be. There really isn't anything comparable in NorCal, especially in the Sacramento area. read more