Chicago’s Premiere
FILM ACTING SCHOOL

Acting for Film Conservatory - Fall 2024

Accomplish more in 4 months than most actors do in 4 years. Although The Vagabond Conservatory has a strong focus on performing on-camera, students will dive deep into a lineup of classes/workshops led by industry professionals in Acting, On-Camera, Improvisation for the Actor, Voiceover, and the Business of The Business.

Those who graduate from Vagabond School Conservatory enter the professional market with a repeatable acting technique, simulated “on-set” experience, and a fresh set of headshots, an actor website, and an on-camera reel, all finely tuned to showcase your skills to potential casting directors, directors and producers.

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Upcoming Workshops!

Checkout the Showcase for our On Camera Program Graduates!

What People Are Saying About Vagabond

“Michael was always prepared for each class. He's very helpful in drawing out the best version of yourself while on screen. His direction was clear. His guidance, both while working through a scene and talking about the biz, was helpful. I love that he starts each session by saying something along the lines of we are all here to make mistakes, not to be perfect. This really helps take the pressure off and also helps establish such a supportive environment in the classroom. Overall really great teacher, excited to learn more from him.”

On-Camera: Unit 1 & 2

— Erica M.

“Vagabond is one of a kind. The tech is better than any acting class I have taken in Chicago. I have learned so much that I hope to continue taking class and soak it up until it becomes second nature.

On-Camera: Unit 1

— Alyssa H.

“I learned quite a bit in this crash course on memorizing lines. Cheryl did a fantastic job with instruction. We worked with a variety of scripts. Her coaching skills are phenomenal and encouraging. I walked away with learning of different ways to process lines from fellow students when given a script, whether it be commercial or film, and personalizing the script to make memorable work for you.”

Mastering Memorization w/Cheryl Graeff