“This LGBTQ-affirming acting class is fostering ‘the new Hollywood” - LA Times

LA's first and ONLY all-queer acting & creative arts studio

  • ActNOW is a safe space but also a space to get uncomfortable & push your artistry.

  • "The environment you have created for trans & queer folks...is nothing short of extraordinary."

    Ms. Ney Rose Asher - @neyroseasher

    Recipient of a Lit House Ink Scholarship

  • 'This LGBTQ-affirming acting class is fostering 'the New Hollywood'.

    LA Times

  • 'ActNOW gave me a community & a safe space to continuously hone my craft as an artist.'

    Donato Fatuesi - @dfatuesi

    Recipient of a Lit House Ink Scholarship

  • We encourage our students to push their limits in a consensual & compassionate way.

  • 'ActNOW has given me a safe space to practice my craft, connect w/ my community & have fun while doing it.'

    Theo Tiedemann

    Recipient of a Lit House Ink Scholarship

Mission

At ActNow, we are committed to fostering a dynamic & inclusive community where LGBTQIA2S+ artists not only thrive but also redefine the boundaries of their craft. Our mission is to provide a safe, challenging, and empowering space that shifts the focus of traditional acting & creative arts training. We prioritize the journey of unlayering an artist’s "go-to" or default persona, encouraging the discovery of their true authenticity.