70+ five-star reviews on Yelp and counting. Here’s what our students and clients have to say.
“The coaches at AFA give me great pointers on how to play all different types of roles. Also, they are amazing people and super fun to work with!”
Adan Carrillo
Recurring on Amazon’s Forget Normal
“AFA builds actors up in a way that powerfully equips them to function fruitfully in the business and craft of acting. They give and teach in a way that truly says, ‘when you win, we win.’”
Aqueela Zoll
Recurring on FOX’s Filthy Rich
“I love AFA’s uniquely matter-of-fact approach to the business. From self-tape drills and The Eight, to vocal variety and the 5 to 5 — these are practical tools that, when applied, take your performance to the next level.”
Ashley Lauren Nedd
Booked Criminal Minds: Evolution
“What I love about AFA are the brilliant acting coaches who have been great guides for getting me to where I am now in my career. It is so wonderful to work with coaches that have experience with what casting directors want.”
Ashton Elijah
Guest star on Disney’s Saturdays
“I love Chelsea! She’s so good and fun. She always helps me so much. She always works hard to squeeze me in when I need it, and we really appreciate her.”
Atticus Woodward
Series regular on Starz’ Blindspotting
“I love Abbie’s energy! She is always smiling and we have a lot of fun together. I feel comfortable when we tape at the studio and she cheers me on. I always leave AFA feeling proud of myself.”
Benjamin Mackey
Nickelodeon’s Danger Force
“I love how AFA will teach you valuable tips that are current and useful. Abbie, Chelsea, Ryan and Devin really look out for their students and offer the best advice that will help you level up your work.”
Benjamin Verde
Lead in a Toyota commercial
“I am absolutely positively obsessed with both Chelsea and Abbie. I was cast in two projects directly from the footage I shot with them! I wouldn’t dream of showing up to a set without working on the script with either of them.”
Brittany Passaro
Lead in an independent film
“I’ve had the pleasure of working with Ryan and Devin as well as with Chelsea. They’re all super fun to work with, and they’ve all been so helpful with self tapes and coaching.”
Brooklyn Lee
Lead in an independent film
“I absolutely ADORE Chelsea & Abbie. Every time I work with AFA, they ALWAYS come with another perspective or suggestion that I would have NEVER thought of — always simple, effective and straight to the point.”
Celeste Seda
Recurring on BET+’s Sacrifice
“I am beyond grateful to Chelsea & Abbie! They have given me a new found excitement about auditioning, self-taping & character development. None of the classes I’ve taken are remotely close to giving students exactly what they need like AFA does!”
Christopher O’Brocto
Booked an independent film
“One of the main takeaways from taking classes at AFA is that my confidence in myself and my choices has grown so much. AFA is such a perfect environment for experimenting and trying new ideas!”
Emma Nasfell
Recurring on Disney’s Blippi + Lifetime movie
“I love the way in which the acting coaches at AFA support, encourage and teach. The variety of teachers ensures that their actors’ muscles will be worked in every way.”
Georgina Ornelas
Booked The Consultant (Christoph Waltz)
“I love the help that AFA gives me and the confidence I feel after my coaches have worked with me on my scenes. I always leave feeling ready and happy.”
Harlow Merritt
Supporting role in a feature film
“At AFA I feel very comfortable and welcome so I can do my best work. I love that the coaches are still actively pursuing their careers and have the same experiences that we all have.”
Isabelle Anaya
Lead opposite J.K. Simmons
“What I love most about AFA is the community. Having a group of artists that I can depend on to inspire and motivate me is such a blessing.”
Isidoro Perez
Huero on FX’s Snowfall
“AFA is a great space, right near home. I get to read with a great actor and when I ask for direction they guide me where I need to get. AFA has been a huge stress relief for my auditions.”
Jamie McShane
Recurring on TNT’s Animal Kingdom
“I swear by AFA. Every time I leave a coaching I am armed and confident in my choices as an actor. I feel like regardless of whether I book that particular role, I will always book the room.”
Jamila Allen
Recurring on Netflix’s Unbelievable
“I’m so thankful to have AFA around in LA to help me with quick self tapes, along with them just overall being great friends.”
Juliana DeStefano
Booked a Lifetime movie
“AFA fosters togetherness and positivity while providing valuable class work. Abbie and Chelsea are highly encouraging of all their students. You really feel and believe that you are a family.”
Kevin Mayberry
Supporting role in an independent film
“I love how AFA is always there for you! Chelsea and I were literally up at 6 am working on this script for American Horror Stories! I’m so thankful for her!”
Kyla Drew Simmons
Guest star on American Horror Stories
“What I love about AFA the most is Abbie and Chelsea’s willingness to go in all the way when helping with self tapes. I know I am always going to walk out with a tape that I and my team are confident with.”
Liberty Hobbs
Series regular on BBC’s The Syndicate
“The producer and the director of my movie told me that they loved the tape I did with Devin and that they watched it 100 times! And everybody knows that 100 is a really big number.”
Mallory Nagata
Supporting role in a feature film
“I really like how Chelsea helps me with my lines, and even if I mess up, she helps me do it again and again until we are both happy with it. Chelsea is officially my acting coach and Chelsea rocks!!”
Marcello Reyes
Series regular on FOX’s Pivoting
“I love AFA so much! There is an incredible sense of community at AFA. I have made so many dear friends and connections here, making AFA a safe space and a second home!”
Mehar Khan
Recurring on HBO’s The Rehearsal
“I love that at AFA you’re working and learning from people who have achieved the dreams we have. I appreciate the level of honest feedback. At AFA, I know I can walk out with a tape I’m confident in.”
Michelle Khare
Booked Karma on HBO Max
“What I love about AFA is that they are integral. Their passion and love for the craft always shines through and they will work the scene with you giving you all the tools you need as though it was their audition.”
Nita Mistry
Recurring on NBC’s Ordinary Joe
“I feel so fortunate to have been introduced to AFA and Abbie! After my first lesson with AFA, I recorded a self-tape and landed my first big role!”
Remington Huni
Recurring on Apple’s Hello Jack!
“AFA teaches you how to prepare for auditions and make them as unique as possible! You can tell that the teachers really care about you and want you to succeed.”
Ryan Pekar
Booked Grey’s Anatomy
“What don’t I love about AFA?! As an actor, ‘The Eight’ at AFA is textbook. It’s about your peers playing, learning from one another, and letting their success inspire yours. It’s a family.”
Ryn Higgins
Booked three national commercials
“Abbie and Chelsea really care about their students and offer them real techniques that are always of the moment. They’re truly happy for their students’ successes and are such cheerleaders.”
Samantha Klein
Booked Carly
“I love that I get to go to AFA and act with the BEST coaches! Miss Devin and Miss Abbie give me incredible advice and I am always so happy to see their smiling faces.”
Talan Aviles
Booked 9-1-1: Lone Star
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