Private Acting Lessons in Cincinnati — Audition, Scene & Performance Training
Develop confidence, technique, and authentic expression through one-on-one acting coaching. CMA offers private instruction for students of all ages and levels — with flexible schedules and no long-term commitments.
What Are Private Acting Lessons?
Private acting lessons at Cincinnati Music Academy guide you in voice, movement, scene work, audition preparation, and character development. Students of all ages explore monologues, improvisation, and on-camera technique in tailored sessions. Whether you’re new or experienced, CMA instructors help you grow your craft and confidence.
- Weekly 30-, 45-, or 60-minute private lessons
- For all ages and experience levels
- Focus on monologues, scene work, improvisation, and audition prep
- Training for stage and on-camera performance
- Flexible scheduling, no long-term contracts
- Prepare for local auditions, showcases, or personal goals
What to Expect in Acting Lessons
You’ll work one-on-one on fundamentals like script analysis, emotional expression, vocal connection, and movement. Each lesson is adapted to your goals — audition readiness, character development, or performance skills. Through exercises, scene work, and feedback, you will build foundation and depth.
Who Are acting Lessons Perfect For?
Young Performers (Kids & Teens)
Students who want to audition, grow confidence, or land roles in school or community theater. Lessons help with technique, presence, and emotional truth.
Adults & Aspiring Actors
Adults wishing to pursue acting seriously or as a creative outlet benefit from structured coaching tailored to goals — whether auditioning, film, or stage performance.
How Private acting Lessons Work
Placement
A brief consultation ensures you're paired with an instructor whose style, schedule, and interests match yours.
Lessons
Sessions blend technique, script work, improvisation, and performance. You’ll receive tools and feedback to strengthen your voice, mind, and body as an actor.
Progress
Students set goals — memorizing scenes, auditioning, or performing in showcases. Instructors track growth and adjust tasks for momentum.
Flexibility
Lessons are available year-round, with flexible scheduling and no long-term commitment required.
Meet Your ACTING Teachers
CMA’s acting instruction is led by professional performers and educators who bring real-world experience to your training.
Gina Cerimele-Mechley began acting at eight, dancing at nine, singing at eleven, choreographing at thirteen, performing professionally at thirteen, teaching at eighteen, professional fight direction at nineteen, directing at twenty-two, became one of the few female Certified Teachers in the country with the Society of American Fight Directors in 2001, and was a founding member of several professional theatre companies in Cincinnati including the Cincinnati Shakespeare Company and Clear Stage Cincinnati.
What our Students & Families Say
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ACTING Lesson Questions
Students of all ages and experience — beginners and seasoned performers alike.
You’ll explore script work, monologues, improvisation, confidence, audition technique, and character development.
No. Lessons are fully customized — you’ll build from wherever you start.
No. Acting performance is optional. Students may choose to present work in showcases or local productions when ready.
Sessions are 30, 45, or 60 minutes weekly based on your goals and experience.
Yes. Many students study with CMA to prepare for theater, film, or college auditions using scene work and coaching.
Filling out one of the below forms is not a commitment to start paying for lessons; it simply lets us know you are ready to get started.
Filling out one of the below forms is not a commitment to start paying for lessons; it simply lets us know you are ready to get started.