CnC Studios

First let me tell you that CnC’s move to the 6^th floor of TSQ is such a great thing; the space is larger, and quieter. It’s nice not to have to contend with outside noise from the halls, or from anyone above. YEAH!
I’ve been attending classes and industry events with Jagger Kaye for a few years. I initially went because I was so dissatisfied with other venues where classes were jam-​packed with people, some who really didn’t have a clue what they were doing, and feeling totally neglected which is especially difficult to take when you’ve spent almost a full week’s pay for a class only to come away with nothing to show for it except an emptier wallet.
One of the things I appreciate about CnC and how Jagger insists on running things is that class sizes are kept relatively small, so that everyone who attends is getting 100% attention, not only from Jagger but from the variety of industry professionals who come back to CnC time and again. If you’re having problems with your performance he’s going to know it, and find the best and most motivating way to help you over the hurdles and improve your game. He’s very intuitive when it comes to Actors. He’s also incredibly professional and asks the same of anyone who comes to a class or event, I credit him for ingraining that behavior on me and I feel it’s served me well.
Moving onto the industry events; I was struck by the «CnC difference» as some of us like to call it. Jagger will COACH you before you go in to read/​audition for any Agent/​Casting Director/​Manager insuring that you’re giving your best work. I’ve never encountered any other studio that was willing to take the time to do that for the students, and it makes a world of difference. You walk into the audition feeling more more at ease, and confident that what you’re showing is your best.
I’m looking forward to attending more classes and events in 2014 with Jagger and CnC, for me it’s a way to continue to fine-​tune my skills, break bad habits, and simply stay motivated by being around like-​minded professionals.
Wishing everyone the greatest of success.

I stumbled into acting when our economy crashed around the end of 09.
Because of my appearance, I was immediately cast to do background work.
But after 2 years in the business, struggling to advance; I was still doing background.
I was smart enough to realize that some training might show me where I needed to do things differently, to advance more quickly in this very competitive business.
Since Facebook is how I network and keep in touch with the acting Friends I’ve made during my two years in the business… I continued to notice a few of them commenting on how classes at Casting and Classes Studio (CnC) were helping them to succeed.
But I couldn’t afford any classes, I was a still a starving actor, struggling to Eat and pay rent.
Then one week I lucked out and made «golden time» doing some background work so I had a few extra bucks.
I’m a big fan of reinvesting my money into myself (my career) so I signed up for the super reasonable, two part Commercial Intensive class at CnC, via PayPal.
CnC is conveniently located only a few steps away from the train which I liked right away and while the classroom is very basic; the class wasn’t overcrowded at all, which was another plus.
I was never one for classrooms but I was definitely interested in the different perspectives being taught on the auditioning process, and I learned about things to do (and not do) that had never crossed my mind.
The second part of the class which was held a week later was also an eye opener because it taught us how to look better on camera.
Not just make up and wardrobe … but mannerisms, eye line, inflection and basic slating, which I was doing wrong.
How tough is slating, right… You just have to look at the camera and state your name… I was doing it wrong… who knew! … The instructor at CnC pointed out my slating mistakes right away.
During my two years as an actor I’d auditioned for quite a few principle roles but never landed one.
But just a week after completing the CnC Commercial classes, I’d landed my very first National commercial which I attribute to many of the things I’d learned at CnC.
So if you’re like I was and not making the progress you’d hoped but still want to pursue acting as a career… I highly recommend taking at least the Commercial Intensive class at CnC.
Good Luck!

I went here because my wife was in an improv class. They taught her well; the presentation was hilarious.

Whether you are a seasoned actor looking to take your career to the next level or someone just entering the field, CnC Studios is the place to be!!! It’s an army of actors all supporting each other and learning from the teacher with a record breaking ELEVEN Backstage Readers Choice awards mentions the last 3 years! Jagger brings in the Biggest and he Best in the Industry for his one of a kind Industry events and classes … Proof is in the success stories! It seems like EVERY DAY that a CnC member is booking something! And if that ISN“T Enough Jagger sends out THOUSANDS of FREE CASTINGS to his members every year! If you’re serious about your career, don’t wait… Start with his AMAZING Commercial Intensive Class, its your first step to the A list !

I have taken almost every class offered at this studio — and I just hope they keep adding more. Owner Jagger Kaye always has the best industry teachers and small classes, so you feel like you are really learning and have the attention of the instructor. Jagger is a working actor, and he started his studio to help other actors make the right connections and learn from the best without spending a fortune. He also sends out castings, so sign up for his list. I have gotten several jobs through him — both from castings and through agents I have met at his classes/​events. You can’t go wrong! This studio has won many awards from Backstage — was pretty surprised no one had Unilocaled about CnC yet.