Classes & Workshops

“My gift is knowing what is true.”
- Iris Klein

Iris teaches technique, scene study and The Iris Klein Connection classes and coach actors on auditions and film and TV jobs. She studied with Sanford Meisner, as did her mother, so she grew up with this way of working. She teaches a two year program in 8 weeks. In the final scene in technique, you learn to break down material. This is a solid technique taught step by step so that you can pick up any material and know how to work. into an going scene study class.

We are hosting Virtual classes via Zoom and Live in the Room classes for all of 2024. All live classes and workshops will be held in Los Angeles.

  • MOMENT 2 MOMENT

    When you are in the moment with a partner, the moments become intimate and connected and alive.

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  • TWO DAY WORKSHOP FOR ACTORS, WRITERS AND DIRECTORS

    In this 2 day workshop you will understand how to work, what makes a scene, a story a relationship and circumstances specific. Working on the material with a full understanding of how to work truthfully as to lift the material off the page and on it’s feet.

    Join The Workshop

  • IN-PERSON SCENE STUDY

    SCENE STUDY is ongoing and the work continues to deepen circumstances. You read the play then work on the scene with your partner.

    Scene Work

  • TECHNIQUE

    In this 8 week program you will learn how to listen and be present as we explore time and place, circumstances and relationships.

    Learn the Technique

  • 1:1 COACHING

    Are you ready to tap into your full acting potential? These exclusive 1-on-1 coaching sessions are designed to help you refine your skills, gain confidence, and shine on stage and screen.

    Book A 1 on 1

Testimonials

  • "In Iris Klein's classes, you do much more than learn how to act. You make connections and friendships with those going through with you. Out of all the acting classes I have taken in LA, I never felt more connected to a group of individuals as I did with Iris's, and connections is really what acting is all about at the end of the day. Thanks for making it rewarding!"

    — Michael K

  • "The best start of the year is the master class with the amazing person, acting coach - Iris Klein! Two days of pure joy. So much to learn! Thank you so much Iris 🥰 It's been a pleasure working with you!"

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  • "Iris teaches emotional communication! She is incredibly clear and knows what she is doing. Iris took me back to playing because Her love for the craft is contagious. She made me see Meisner with new eyes and reminded me of many of the best lessons I've learned as an actress along the decades."

    — Mikki K.

  • "Very warm creative environment, it's refreshing to have such a genuine take on Meisner for a technique that can often be misused to initiate unnecessary confrontation (usually with psychiatric help required!) however Klein exuberates patience while maintaining confidence in vulnerability, I look forward to when I next can drop in and get back to work! Terrific!! You can tell Ms. Klein is the type of person who loves what she does and it is so special and rare to find someone who does not use their skillset to take advantage of others who are willing to learn. Thank you."

    — Devon C.

  • "Iris Klein is the best acting coach aside from her retired powerful, knowledgeable mother, Janet Alhanti whom also studied with Meisner. Iris is an erudite soul that connects your heart to the material rather then your head. Learning material from Arthur miller to Clifford Odets in Iris Klein's Studio can be very eye opening to the universal truths within all of us. I'm so thankful to have started with Iris's studio over a year ago. Iris is so vested in the material and me (or you) as an actor that I can comfortably say I'm an actor. Thank you Iris Klein for your teachings. I am forever elevated."

    — Deckem S

  • "I have taken Iris Klein class for several years every time she came to Honolulu. Iris is very insightful, supportive and a great acting teacher. We learn a lot of meisner, Improvs and camera from Iris. She is great!"

    — Christine B.

  • "Iris came to Hawaii in July and I took her evening acting class. Iris doesn't give you your wings, she helps you find them and then teaches you how to fly! She is so insightful too. I sometimes felt like I had just been to therapy after leaving class. :-) Iris is awesome and I strongly recommend her to anyone serious about acting! Can't wait to take her classes again! "

    — Michael Brown

  • "Well worth the money! If your considering an acting class for the first time, take Iris's class, you will be a much better actor for it! Shes blunt and straight to the point. Iris uses class time wisely to get as much in as possible. I will attend more of her classes in the future."

    — Sarah R.

  • "I flew in from Taiwan for a month to take her two-week Meisner acting intensive. I highly recommend her! She's loving, but firm, highly intuitive and clear as a whistle when it comes to guiding her students. Acting can seem confusing and complicated at times, but Iris has the gift of pinpointing the key elements and really honing in on those in a way that her students get it in a hands-on way. I'm definitely continuing with her the next time I'm in town!"

    — David Z.

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