Primary Stages Einhorn School of Performing Arts

This Off-Broadway not-for-profit theater company is best known for producing works by new playwrights, but it also has an interdisciplinary academy with acting, directing and, yes, writing classes. Primary Stages Einhorn School of Performing Arts offers a wide range of introductory courses, but the workshop on the Alexander Technique for Auditions ($320 for six sessions) might be the most useful for beginners. This breathing and movement method enables you to tap into your most confident self to really nail that monologue or song. It’s a must-have skill for any would-be thespian.