“Acting is behaving truthfully under imaginary circumstances”
Sanford Meisner
Our Mission
Our mission is to elevate, upskill, and train working actors by providing affordable alternative services that meet them where they are in their journey. We’re not just a space to learn - we’re a professional development studio designed to support actors at every stage of their careers. Through affordable memberships, ongoing workshops, and practical training opportunities, we aim to remove the financial barriers that often stand in the way of growth. By keeping costs accessible without compromising on quality, we ensure actors have the chance to continually hone their craft, explore new techniques, and keep their creative muscles active in a supportive and professional environment.
TICKETS ON SALE NOW
2026 Theatre Show Calendar
11 Shows. 11 Months. 30 Seats. Infinite Thrills.
In 2026, The Penniless Performer launches its most ambitious experiment yet — a year-long rotating theatre troupe creating a brand-new 1-hour show every month. With only 30 seats per performance and just 10 shows per season, every night is rare, raw, and completely unrepeatable. Comedy one month, drama the next — all crafted fast, fierce and Victorian-style. Tickets just $30, seniors $20. Entire show buy-outs available for $750.
Once the seats are gone… they’re gone.
The First show: Feb 21st
The Great Escape
An hour of nonstop, Chaplin-style chaos as Constable Grump and Officer Goof wildly stumble to stop a crafty villain’s great escape. Hit book now to purchase tickets.
New Way of Training
The Penniless Performer is introducing a fresh, practical approach to keeping your craft sharp as an actor.
We’re not a school and not a workshop, we’re a training ground. You’ll receive a script the night before, get paired with another actor, and dive straight into performance. No time to overthink, just honest, spontaneous acting.
We’re also keeping sessions intimate, limited to 10 actors per session. That means more screen time, more feedback, and more opportunity to grow your skills in front of the camera.
Some actors might think, “I’ve already trained - this isn’t for me.”
But here’s the truth: Every actor needs to train. Every actor needs to stay sharp.
This is your space to work, play, and keep your craft alive
Our Group Prices
10 sessions discount
$350
Lock in your spot for just $50 - or save big with our bundle deals: 10 sessions for $350 ($35 a session).
Limited to 16 people per session.
Available Now
5 sessions bundle
$200
Train smarter, not pricier - $50 a session, or grab our bundle: 5 for $200 ($40 a session).
Limited to 16 people per session.
Available Now
Beginner/Advanced (Film Jam Series)
$50
Regular sessions are $50, but grand opening sale for a limited time only: First session for $20. Apply coupon code FIRST20 at checkout.
Limited to 16 people per session.