A 10-week signature creative incubator for young actors ready to stretch their imagination, dive into emotional depth, and make bold storytelling choices.
Most acting classes focus on memorizing lines and “getting it right.” Character Lab is about building an identity from the ground up.
Take massive, safe creative risks without the pressure of "perfection."
Discover wildly specific physical, vocal, and emotional choices.
Develop the artistic instincts that carry directly into auditions and bookings.
“This isn’t about getting it right.
It’s about creating characters casting can’t forget.”
— Corey Ralston
Building the psychological blueprint of a person from scratch.
Peeling back the layers to find the "why" behind the words.
Changing how we walk, sit, and take up space.
Finding the rhythm, pitch, and unique breath of the character.
Inventing the memories the script doesn't tell you about.
Making the choice that no one else in their self tape will make.
Wednesdays — 4:30pm PT
Begins May 20
Thursdays — 4:30pm PT
Begins May 21
Ends Soon!
Pay in full or 3 payments of $150
Pay in full or 3 payments of $190
Only 8 actors per class.
Intimate, high-impact environment.
$500+ VALUE INCLUDED
Extracting clues from the text to build the foundational identity of your character. So your choices are unmistakably grounded and real.
Breaking out of the box and leaving safe choices behind. So your read is wildly different from other self tapes.
Playing the subtext, not just the text. Understanding secondary emotions. So your performance feels nuanced, surprising, and unforgettable.
The body language of a stranger. Changing your center of gravity. So casting immediately sees the character physically in your self tape.
Finding the character's unique voice, pacing, and breath. So your dialogue sounds beautifully spontaneous and lived-in.
Mastering silence and subtext. What happens when the character isn't speaking. So you command attention and exude power without saying a word.
Finding the unconventional choice that no one else in their self tape will make. So you firmly grab and hold the casting director's attention.
Raising the emotional temperature and fully committing to the character's desires. So you deliver undeniable emotional gravity straight to camera.
Trusting your gut and reacting genuinely within the given circumstances. So you can confidently and effortlessly handle difficult redirects.
Bringing all the elements together for a magnetic, unforgettable performance. So you finish your auditions knowing you submitted an undeniable self tape.
Acting coach, talent manager, advocate for young performers
Corey Ralston has spent over two decades guiding young actors in the TV & Film industry. Corey, himself, was a child actor since the age of seven in L.A.
He then went on to pursue talent management in 2017, where he currently represents kids and young adults at Bohemia Group. Corey's mission is to help as many young actors achieve success as he possibly can.
He founded the resource community Child Actor 101 for parents of youth actors, moderating discussions with a team of Industry Professionals, giving out frank free advice.
His coaching blends professional insight from talent management with practical, kid-friendly techniques that help actors grow quickly and authentically.
Parents and casting directors alike recognize Corey's coaching for its mix of strategic challenge and safe creative space. Breakthroughs aren't rare—they're expected. Many students have moved from uncertainty to callbacks, bookings, and real confidence under Corey's guidance.
"I truly believe that your coaching has helped Aiden take his acting skills to a much higher level. Not only have his callbacks increased, but he booked a role in a huge Studio film."
— Parent Joanna Torres
This program is designed for young actors ages 8–17 who want to improve their auditions by making strong characters that stand out and begin booking consistently. It's ideal for actors who are serious about pursuing on-camera work and want creative, professional training.
Yes—beginners are welcome if they are committed and serious about on-camera auditions. This program moves quickly and is designed to build strong fundamentals while also challenging experienced actors with higher-level audition strategy, choices, and self-tape standards.
While we encourage full attendance, we understand that conflicts arise. Please contact us as soon as possible if your child needs to miss a class. We'll work with you to ensure they don't fall behind.
Classes are recorded for students who miss a session. Recordings are available for a limited time and are for enrolled students only.
Switching between groups is subject to availability and must be arranged in advance. Please contact to discuss scheduling options.
Refunds are available up to 7 days before the program start date (May 13, 2026). After that, no refunds will be issued. Payment plans are binding once the program begins.
Maximum 8 students per class (16 total for the program) to ensure personalized attention and quality instruction for each participant.
Stop trying to get it right. Start becoming unforgettable. Claim your spot before Early Bird pricing vanishes.
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