The Elizabeth Mestnik Acting Studio (EMAS), is a dynamic acting training program for acting students who want to study the craft of acting in a challenging and inspiring environment. Our reputation is for producing exciting and spontaneous actors as one of the leading Meisner Technique schools in the world. This is why EMAS is ranked as LA's top acting program by CBS and Backstage, among others.
In addition to our core Meisner courses, we offer a range of classes and workshops, including Beginning Acting, Voice Workshops, Shakespeare, and even Musical Theatre. Our distinguished faculty bring a wealth of practical and theoretical experience, and each course is taught with the goal of giving you the tools to succeed in the industry.