Business Details
20 Years
experience
Acting Classes & Workshops in Boulder, CO
Founded in 2006, Chris Thatcher Acting Studio has established itself as a premier destination for professional acting training. Our studio combines the Meisner Technique, Michael Chekhov Technique, and Integrative Body Psychotherapy to help actors overcome physical and psychological barriers. With decades of combined experience from training in New York, London, and Los Angeles, our lead instructor has developed a unique methodology that prepares actors for careers in theatre, film, and television. We specialize in small-class instruction (15 students max) that emphasizes personalized attention and practical application of techniques. Our curriculum includes scene study, audition preparation, on-camera work, and character development tailored to adult actors' needs.The studio's approach has produced professionals working in major entertainment markets worldwide. We offer both in-person and online coaching, with locations in Boulder, Colorado, and Los Angeles, California. Our commitment to artistic integrity and technical mastery has earned recognition from students and industry professionals alike. The studio maintains rigorous standards while fostering a supportive environment for creative exploration. Our track record of successful alumni demonstrates the effectiveness of our training methodology.
Services
Acting Classes
Private Coaching
Workshops
Meisner Technique
Chekhov Technique
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- We offer training from a certified Allied Practitioner of Integrative Body Psychotherapy
- Our unique combination of Meisner and Chekhov techniques produces consistent, powerful performances
- Small class sizes ensure personalized attention (15 students max)
- Private coaching available for audition preparation and on-set support
- Instructors trained by renowned Meisner and Chekhov technique teachers
Associations and certifications
- Allied Practitioner of Integrative Body Psychotherapy
What people say
Best teacher I've ever had
Small class sizes
Authentic emotional vulnerability
Transformative training
Industry preparation
Services
Acting Classes
Our acting classes combine Meisner Technique, Michael Chekhov Technique, and Integrative Body Psychotherapy to develop authentic performances. Students learn to overcome physical and psychological blocks while mastering scene study, cold reading, and on-camera techniques. The curriculum prepares actors for professional work in theatre, film, and television through small-class instruction and personalized feedback.
Private Coaching
Private coaching sessions focus on audition preparation, character development, and on-set support for working actors. Sessions are tailored to individual needs, addressing specific performance challenges and career development strategies. Coaching is available in-person and online for actors preparing for auditions or working on current projects.
Workshops
Acting workshops provide immersive training in psycho-physical techniques for character development. Participants explore improvisation, scene study, and emotional vulnerability in a supportive environment. Workshops are customized to skill levels and focus on practical application of acting techniques in performance scenarios.
Meisner Technique
Our Meisner Technique training develops actors' ability to live truthfully under imaginary circumstances through repetition exercises and emotional preparation. The method emphasizes spontaneous responses and authentic behavior in performance. Students learn to maintain focus and presence during scene work and auditions.
Chekhov Technique
Michael Chekhov Technique training teaches psycho-physical approaches to character creation. Students learn to root character objectives in physical actions and develop memorable performances through imagination and body awareness. The technique helps actors access emotional depth while maintaining technical control.
People
Chris Thatcher
Acting Instructor & Studio Director
Chris Thatcher is a certified Allied Practitioner of Integrative Body Psychotherapy with extensive training in Meisner and Chekhov techniques. He has taught acting in Boulder and Los Angeles for over 15 years, directing critically acclaimed productions and training professional actors worldwide.
Questions
What acting techniques do you teach?
We teach the Meisner Technique, Michael Chekhov Technique, and Integrative Body Psychotherapy to develop authentic performances and overcome acting blocks.
Are classes available for beginners?
Our classes are designed for adult actors at all experience levels, with customized instruction to meet individual needs and skill levels.
Do you offer online coaching?
Yes, we provide private coaching sessions online for actors preparing for auditions or working on current projects from any location.
What are your class sizes?
In-person classes are limited to 15 students maximum to ensure personalized attention and extensive scene work opportunities for everyone.
Where are your studios located?
We have studios in Boulder, Colorado (main location) and offer workshops in Los Angeles, California at designated performance spaces.
