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The Method
As the only acting school in the world that teaches Lee Strasberg’s work in its consummate form, The Lee Strasberg Theatre & Film Institute® is the home for all actors seeking to delve into Method Acting and its tradition of training some of the world’s most brilliant and truthful actors.
Our Mission Statement
The Lee Strasberg Theatre & FIlm Institute™ is dedicated to the ideals, values, and vision of Lee Strasberg’s innovative work, known throughout the world as The Method. Through actor training, outreach, and the preservation of archival materials, The Institute works to further the legacy of Lee Strasberg, train the world’s greatest actors, and maintain Lee’s place as a seminal figure in the great American theatre tradition.
Our Alumni
Our alumni have found incredible success in the fields of Film, Television, & Stage. Of the many students who called Lee Strasberg their teacher, or the Lee Strasberg Theatre & Film Institute their home, they all honor his legacy with their incredible work and talent.
Testimonial
“My time here has made me reveal such incredible inner truths about myself; certain realities that I thought never existed and indeed thought I could never release.”
– Alexandre Poole
Visit The School
Our LA campus offers regular class audits, and our NY campus offers a regular Open House. Check the calendar and come see what we are all about.International Students
The Lee Strasberg Theatre & Film Institute welcomes international students at both the New York and Los Angeles campus.Young Actors Program
Young Actors at Strasberg is a program for kids and teens interested in developing a strong foundation in Lee Strasberg’s Method Acting.
Upcoming Events
We offer a multitude of special events, guest speakers, and full fledged productions throughout the year.Past Productions
The Lee Strasberg Institute puts on a variety of productions each year. Here you can see examples of our work from both coasts.Veterans
The Lee Strasberg Theatre & Film Institute is approved for the Non-College Degree Professional Acting Program.
Blog
Faculty Spotlight: Michael Yurchak
Michael Yurchak, LSTFI LA Faculty for Voice classes, has had a successful career in voice acting in addition to his teaching. He is passionate about all types of acting: stage, film and voice.Preeti Gupta: Truth Works
It has been an exciting month for LSTFI alumna Preeti Gupta who has two film projects premiering in NYC!The Lee Strasberg Theatre & Film Institute Celebrates 50 Years
The Lee Strasberg Theatre & Film Institute celebrated its 50th Anniversary and honored Geoffrey Horne for over 40 years of teaching!
