Acting Class with Patrick White

03/25/2026

Scene Night Photos

Thank you Andrew Elder of Best Frame Forward for showing us in our best light. We are thrilled to commemorate our great work in class with these stunning photographs. Thank you!

03/20/2026

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Acting Class with Patrick White Spring Session
Next Class Starts Saturday, 3/21

In-Person Classes will be Saturdays 10am-1pm at Madison Theatre
1036 Madison Ave, Albany, NY 12208
Classes are $300. for 10 classes.
FREE Scene Night. Free headshots by Andrew Elder. Class size limited.

Pursue your objective in a safe and nurturing environment. All levels of experience welcome to join at any time and work on exercises, monologues, audition prep and scene study with one of the area's busiest actors and directors. Get up and do something, work on your favorite play and have the best time challenging yourself and playing with others. Make this the year you act on your dreams and get the preparation you need to contribute to the burgeoning Capital Region theater scene.

You need to be seen. You need to be heard. You need to be believed.

"He's such a pleasure to work with. I love him because I know if I give him a show to direct at my place he just makes my load lighter as a producer. I know a show is in good hands when Patrick's directing. He's also an advocate for the theater. If he's not directing or in one of our shows, he still comes to every show."-Carol Max, Curtain Call Theatre https://dailygazette.com/article/2020/02/09/50-plus-living-patrick-white-keeps-on-acting-directing-and-watching

"Patrick has a knack for seeing young talent and nurturing it-Maghen Ryan's performance in ‘Men on Boats’ is a great example of recognized talent and shaping it."-Maggie Mancinelli-Cahill, Capital Repertory Theatre

"Growing up, I always wanted to act. The closest I had ever been on stage was painting sets for local college productions. When I found a flyer for Acting Class with Patrick White, I couldn't believe it when he told me no experience was required to join. I was so nervous to do something I had always hoped for my whole life and was welcomed immediately. Within my first round of classes, he helped me in understanding meaningful character choices in a scene while working with a partner. He also helped me to lift the words from a monologue I loved. Patrick is an excellent mentor and because of his teaching, I've gained confidence on stage (and off!). He has worked with me for many years on creating full character lives and has inspired me to support our Capital Region theater community. I live the life my theater-loving-childhood self could only dream of!"-Maghen Ryan

03/19/2026

You want to play repetition?
I wanna play repetition?
Let’s play repetition
I’m playing repetition

03/19/2026

ENGAGING, CHALLENGING, FUN & ENTERTAINING

“I have learned so much in Patrick’s class! I feel I have really grown as an actor since I started attending. The classes are engaging, challenging, and entertaining.” - Chris Wehrman

“It’s also great if you just want to take a really fun class with amazing people and an excellent teacher.”-Monet Thompson

“Patrick’s class allowed me to get to work with some of the most dedicated theater lovers in the Capital Region and grow as an actor myself thanks to the collaboration made possible by the class.”-Brendan O’Dwyer

“Watching my fellow classmates learn and grow really inspired me to dive deeper into directing too. I definitely would not be where I am today in my theater resume without Acting Class with Patrick White.”-Laura Darling

“Most importantly, he has created an amazing community full of support and encouragement that allowed me to grow and challenge myself in ways I didn’t know were possible.” Sara Paupini

“Patrick White engages your creativity throughout the class and watches with a keen and experienced eye to improve every scene you are in.”-Janice Walz

Acting Class with Patrick White Spring Session
starts Saturday, 3/21. Classes are 10-1pm at Madison Theatre (1036 Madison Ave). There are 10 classes for $300 which includes a free Scene Night on 6/8 and free professional headshots and scene photography.

Class is filled with a great mix of veteran local actors, first timers, retirees who have been waiting to get on stage and young people busting to contribute to the Capital Region theater scene. Class consists of warmups, exercises, games, audition prep and scene work looking to make you a stronger, more confident actor who is able to leave class, bag roles and have the best time creating on stages throughout the Capital Region.

To register, the $300 fee must be submitted by Venmo (-white-229) or check to 709 Myrtle Ave, Albany, NY 12208 by 3/14.

Photos by Andrew Elder of Best Frame Forward

03/18/2026

Acting Class with Patrick White Spring Session
Next Class Starts Saturday, 3/21

In-Person Classes will be Saturdays 10am-1pm at Madison Theatre
1036 Madison Ave, Albany, NY 12208
Classes are $300. for 10 classes.
FREE Scene Night. Free headshots by Andrew Elder. Class size limited.

Pursue your objective in a safe and nurturing environment. All levels of experience welcome to join at any time and work on exercises, monologues, audition prep and scene study with one of the area's busiest actors and directors. Get up and do something, work on your favorite play and have the best time challenging yourself and playing with others. Make this the year you act on your dreams and get the preparation you need to contribute to the burgeoning Capital Region theater scene.

You need to be seen. You need to be heard. You need to be believed.

"He's such a pleasure to work with. I love him because I know if I give him a show to direct at my place he just makes my load lighter as a producer. I know a show is in good hands when Patrick's directing. He's also an advocate for the theater. If he's not directing or in one of our shows, he still comes to every show."-Carol Max, Curtain Call Theatre https://dailygazette.com/article/2020/02/09/50-plus-living-patrick-white-keeps-on-acting-directing-and-watching

"Patrick has a knack for seeing young talent and nurturing it-Maghen Ryan's performance in ‘Men on Boats’ is a great example of recognized talent and shaping it."-Maggie Mancinelli-Cahill, Capital Repertory Theatre

"Growing up, I always wanted to act. The closest I had ever been on stage was painting sets for local college productions. When I found a flyer for Acting Class with Patrick White, I couldn't believe it when he told me no experience was required to join. I was so nervous to do something I had always hoped for my whole life and was welcomed immediately. Within my first round of classes, he helped me in understanding meaningful character choices in a scene while working with a partner. He also helped me to lift the words from a monologue I loved. Patrick is an excellent mentor and because of his teaching, I've gained confidence on stage (and off!). He has worked with me for many years on creating full character lives and has inspired me to support our Capital Region theater community. I live the life my theater-loving-childhood self could only dream of!"-Maghen Ryan

03/17/2026

You need to be seen. You need to be heard.
You need to be believed.

Acting Class with Patrick White Spring Session

Acting Class Spring Session starts Saturday, 3/21. Classes are 10-1pm at Madison Theatre (1036 Madison Ave). There are 10 classes for $300 which includes a free Scene Night on 3/16 and free professional headshots and scene photography.

Class is filled with a great mix of veteran local actors, first timers, retirees who have been waiting to get on stage and young people busting to contribute to the Capital Region theater scene. Class consists of warmups, exercises, games, audition prep and scene work looking to make you a stronger, more confident actor who is able to leave class, bag roles and have the best time creating on stages throughout the Capital Region.

“I have learned so much in Patrick’s class! I feel I have really grown as an actor since I started attending. The classes are engaging, challenging, and entertaining.” - Chris Wehrman

To register, the $300 fee must be submitted by Venmo (-white-229) or check to 709 Myrtle Ave, Albany, NY 12208 by 3/14.

Photos by Andrew Elder of Best Frame Forward

03/16/2026

Scene Night
Tonight at 7pm!
Watch my class get their drama onstage!

03/15/2026

Today only! "Archduke" cast members and local acting instructors David Girard and Teisha Duncan join Giuliana Bruno - WTEN to talk the craft of acting this afternoon after the 2 p.m. matinee! The event is free and open to the public. Snag your show ticket and stay for panel >> bit.ly/4sEtbKy

03/14/2026

Come for the show, stay for the conversation!

After the 2 p.m. Sunday, March 15 matinee of "Archduke," Giuliana Bruno - WTEN hosts a live discussion with members of the cast alongside Capital Region theatre educators David Girard (UAlbany & Troy Foundry Theatre) and Teisha Duncan (Skidmore College).

Hear how professional actors train, collaborate, and shape performances that move audiences. 🎟 Grab your seat for Sunday → bit.ly/4sEtbKy

03/12/2026