Specifics Make Brilliance

Welcome to

Acting Class Now

with Iris Klein

“The Artist Job Is To Reveal The Human Condition”
— Arthur Miller
“We Always Have The Present Moment To Catch Up To Now”
— Iris Klein

“It is our ability to be present that establishes our presence”

Iris

Who is Iris Klein?

Iris Klein grew up in New Jersey, just a suburb away from Manhattan. At five, she sat in the fifth row watching her cousin Jerome Robbins’ masterful West Side Story. At nine, she heard Mánitas de Plata play flamenco guitar at Carnegie Hall, opening her ears to the music of the world. At twelve, she witnessed Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton reading Shakespeare, poetry, and verse to each other in an intimate, invitation-only theatre. These moments sparked her lifelong love of the theatre.

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Klein’s Philosophy

Acting is an art form of self-discovery. Through one another, we discover ourselves. When we understand what affects us, a character can truly live within us.

Every action creates a reaction, shaping a point of view. Acting is what we do about how we feel. To quote Meisner, “Acting is living truthfully under imaginary circumstances.”

Through a series of exercises, the actor learns to trust their instincts and impulses, to be fully present in the moment, to listen and respond with honesty, and to develop a heightened awareness. By drawing upon experience, imagination, research, and intelligence, the actor uncovers the truth

 

Learn With Iris

  • Acting Classes

    Explore a range of dynamic classes designed to unlock your talent. From intensive workshop to drop-in sessions, there is something for everyone.

    Join A Class

  • 1:1 Coaching

    These exclusive 1-on-1 coaching sessions are designed to help you refine your skills, gain confidence, and shine on stage and screen.

    Work With Iris

  • Scene Study

    In scene study, we dig into the material and break it down and explore it and find ourselves invested in these lives and live truthfully under these circumstances.

    Scene Work

Testimonials

  • Bridget Moynahan | Blue Bloods

    "Training with Iris changed everything for me. As a young actress just beginning she helped me navigate the industry and gave me the confidence I needed to audition and book jobs. She has an incredible ability to break down a script and helps you go so much deeper into a character. For over 20 years, Iris has been there for me throughout my career and has recently played a pivotal role in helping me explore a new world of directing.”

  • Felicia Day | The Guild

    “Iris is an incredibly intuitive teacher. I use what she's taught me every day in my life and in my art. She can truly bring out the best in anyone.”

  • Chloe East | The Fabelmans

    “Iris is the most grounded person I have ever met. Not only have I grown as an actor throughout the years, but I've grown so much as a person. She has opened my eyes to a whole new world of acting, focusing on the importance of truth and human connection. It's an honor to learn from Iris.”

  • Actress Britt Lower from Apple TV's original show: Severance

    Britt Lower | Severance

    “Run to work with @actingcoachIrisklein”