by The Neighborhood Playhouse School of the Theatre
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A three-week summer program at the Neighborhood Playhouse where serious high-school actors train in the Meisner technique and related skills. It's designed for teens preparing for college theater programs or conservatory study.
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Three-week summer program
Tuition listed on school's tuition page
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Ages 15–17.
Tuition listed on school's tuition page
Three-week summer program
340 East 54th Street, 10022, in Midtown East, Manhattan.
Yes. Neighborhood Playhouse Pre-College Conservatory is indoors, so it works on rainy or cold days.
Tickets are handled by The Neighborhood Playhouse School of the Theatre: neighborhoodplayhouse.org, or call (212) 688-3770.
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