Business of Acting
January 5th, 6th & 7th 2026 | 6-8:30pm EST
Group Format | Live on Zoom
As a performer, YOU are your own business — but how do you truly get started building a career? No matter how well your program may prepare you, bridging the gap between training and the professional world can be a daunting and confusing journey! We get it — cause we’ve been there — and we’re here to teach you everything we know!
Join the MCA Team for this 3-day virtual intensive to learn the must-know topics that will level up your professional career & help you book that next gig!
This intensive is ideal for College Aged Students and Post-Grads looking to jumpstart their career. High school students looking to get a head start are welcome to join as well!
** Register Below | Registration Deadline: December 15th, 2025**
The business of acting intensive is a must-do for any college student. It gives you all the fundamentals of the business that college doesn't give you, plus amazing resources. I now have a solid starting point and steps on how to start thinking about the business side.
— Mel, 2023 Biz of Acting Student
Course Schedule | 2026
Monday, January 5th
Networking & Connections with Erica Spyres
Professional Networking
Building & Maintaining Industry Relationships
Creating Opportunities via Community
Film + TV with Jamie Mayers
Getting Auditions
Tips to Booking
Reel Building for Your Type/Essence
Tuesday, January 6th
Summer Stock + Self-Promotion with Kaitlyn Frank
Summer Stock 101
Building Your Brand
Website, Socials & Self-Promotion
Training Deep Dive with Joe Marrella
Continuing Education + Training Beyond College
Strategic Skill-Building to Find Your Professional Niche
Specialized Classes to Promote Marketability
Wednesday, January 7th
Inside Broadway with De’Lon Grant
How to Get Seen for Broadway Auditions
Audition Process for Broadway Shows
Life on Broadway: Rehearsals & Shows
WRAP UP | Final Debrief, Open Conversation, Q&A w/ Teaching Panel
I booked my first professional show after this! The entire intensive was incredibly helpful. I'm so grateful that all of the teachers were willing to take time out of their busy lives to share and talk honestly with us."
— Adlin, 2022 Biz of Acting Student
Registration
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: December 15, 2025 ***
Program Dates: January 5-7, 2026
Time: 6:00-8:30PM ET
Cost: $300
“BRING A FRIEND” DISCOUNT:
Register with a friend and save $75!
Enter their name + use coupon code “BIZFRIEND” at checkout to save.
PLEASE NOTE: Your friend must register within 72 hours of your registration to take advantage of this discount. After 72 hours, your payment will be automatically refunded + you’ll be asked to complete a new transaction to register.
The amount of valuable information you'll get from this is indescribable. I feel so much more ready to tackle the real world of acting now that I have this information in my pocket!
— Ian, 2023 Biz of Acting Student
FAQ
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This intensive is ideal for College Aged Students and Post-Grads looking to jumpstart their career.
High school students looking to get a head start are welcome to join as well! -
Recordings will be made available to all registered participants!
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Due to the limited capacity spots for MCA’s Business of Acting Intensive, tuition is non-refundable. Exceptions will be determined on a case by case basis.
Such an intense and beneficial program! They cover everything about an acting career from professional, student, and coaching perspectives. It was a perfect opportunity to ask all the questions and concerns I had to the people I trust!
— Tina, 2022 Biz of Acting Student