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COURSE CURRICULUM

​We offer classes for all ages & stages. Below is the order of our curriculum:

  • Introduction to Voiceover with Sue Boyajian

  • Intermediate Voice Acting: Commercial & Animation with Wolfie Trausch & Nancy Sullivan

  • Advanced Commercials with Nancy Linari & Guest Directors

  • Advanced Animation 1 with Nancy Sullivan & Guest Director

  • Advanced Animation & Video Games + with Sue Boyajian & Guest Directors

Not sure where to start? Email us to set up a consultation! voiceoveracademy@gmail.com

Class Age Notice: Unless otherwise stated, classes are for actors ages 18 and up, (or actors who are considered legal 18). If you have any questions, please feel free to email us before signing up. 

Refund Notice: Refunds on any classes are permitted 14 business days before the class start date. (If you need a refund, please be advised that you will be refunded the purchase amount, minus processing fees.) 

Outstanding Balances: If you select to purchase "half now, half later" or a "deposit" on a class, the remaining balance is due 14 days before the class start date. 

Educational Opportunity: Each class is a teaching opportunity. The presence of an industry professional is not a promise of employment or representation. The intent of each class is solely educational. Each teacher is thoroughly vetted and provides us with a class syllabus to ensure students are getting the most out of each class. 

All In-Person classes are held at Aura Sound & Color, located at 217 N Lake Street, Burbank, CA. 

Current Class Schedule

  • Intermediate Commercial & Animation (6-weeks) 🌟 🌟
    Intermediate Commercial & Animation (6-weeks) 🌟 🌟
    Mar 12, 2026, 7:00 PM – Apr 16, 2026, 10:00 PM
    Burbank, 217 N Lake St, Burbank, CA 91502, USA
    This intermediate-level class is in a split format: Wolfie Trausch will teach Commercial the first three weeks, Kiff Vandenheuvel will teach Animation the following three weeks. Thursdays, 7-10pm March 5th - April 9th
  • Ongoing for Curriculum Graduates (March - May Session)
    Ongoing for Curriculum Graduates (March - May Session)
    Mar 23, 2026, 7:00 PM – May 04, 2026, 10:00 PM
    Online
    *Open to curriculum students graduates only*
  • Anime Intensive with Jess & Grant George 💥
    Anime Intensive with Jess & Grant George 💥
    Mar 23, 2026, 7:00 PM PDT – Apr 06, 2026, 10:00 PM PDT
    In Person
    Anime directors and legendary anime actors Jessica & Grant George teach the ins and outs of anime! From character archetypes, finding your anime voice/characters in your wheelhouse, how to perform anime-style reads) & more.
  • Debra Wilson: Character Creation through Action
    Debra Wilson: Character Creation through Action
    Mar 31, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
    Burbank, 217 N Lake St, Burbank, CA 91502, USA
    On-camera and voice acting legend Debra Wilson joins us for a one-night intensive, teaching you her approach to character creation.
  • Brian Nefsky, Park Performance Technique (CD for Disney Imagineering)
    Brian Nefsky, Park Performance Technique (CD for Disney Imagineering)
    Apr 07, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    Burbank, 217 N Lake St, Burbank, CA 91502, USA
    Since 1999, Brian Nefsky has contributed to voice and creative projects for Walt Disney theme parks and cruise lines. In this small workshop, he shares techniques and approaches used in theme park voiceover.
  • Introduction to Voiceover (6-weeks) 🌟  April Session
    Introduction to Voiceover (6-weeks) 🌟  April Session
    Apr 08, 2026, 7:00 PM PDT – May 13, 2026, 10:00 PM PDT
    Burbank, 217 N Lake St, Burbank, CA 91502, USA
    In this six-week course, you'll learn the nuts & bolts of voiceover from industry veteran actor and casting director, Susan Boyajian. Click to learn more.
  • Pierce O'Toole: Video Game Audition Techniques
    Pierce O'Toole: Video Game Audition Techniques
    Apr 14, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
    Burbank, 217 N Lake St, Burbank, CA 91502, USA
    Recommended for Intermediate and Advanced-Level actors. This class focuses on creating video game auditions that stand out. Students will learn how to make strong, playable choices, bring specificity to short sides, and elevate reads beyond a basic “correct” performance.
  • The Art of the Dub with Brett Calo
    The Art of the Dub with Brett Calo
    Apr 28, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
    Burbank, 217 N Lake St, Burbank, CA 91502, USA
    If you've ever auditioned for a dubbing project, you know that you're usually going in blind -- no video, no voice reference. Learn from one of the top Dubbing Casting Directors in town to stack the odds in your favor! 🌟
  • Advanced Commercial: Commercial Audition Techniques
    Advanced Commercial: Commercial Audition Techniques
    Apr 30, 2026, 7:00 PM – Jun 04, 2026, 10:00 PM
    Burbank, 217 N Lake St, Burbank, CA 91502, USA
    For Advanced-Level & Auditioning Actors, this Masterclass is for those ready to advance their commercial reads to competitive, booking shape! Taught by commercial maven Nancy Linari & legendary casting director Kelly Moscinski.
  • Shelby Young  💥 Audition Techniques and Character Work with Animation Legend
    Shelby Young  💥 Audition Techniques and Character Work with Animation Legend
    May 12, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
    Burbank, 217 N Lake St, Burbank, CA 91502, USA
    Train with animation legend Shelby Young in a focused class on audition techniques and character work for animation. Best known as Princess Leia (Star Wars/LEGO), Yuko (Persona 3 Reload), and roles in God of War: Ragnarök and Hades II 💥
  • The Art of the Dub with Brett Calo  (ADDED NIGHT)
    The Art of the Dub with Brett Calo  (ADDED NIGHT)
    May 19, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
    Burbank, 217 N Lake St, Burbank, CA 91502, USA
    If you've ever auditioned for a dubbing project, you know that you're usually going in blind -- no video, no voice reference. Learn from one of the top Dubbing Casting Directors in town to stack the odds in your favor! 🌟
  • Schedule a Home Studio Consultation
    Schedule a Home Studio Consultation
    Email to schedule
    Virtual or In-Person
    Ready to set up your first recording set-up or upgrade your booth? Work one-on-one with an engineer, either virtually or in-person*
  • Voiceover for Young Actors, (ages 8-15) with Skyler Brigmann
    Voiceover for Young Actors, (ages 8-15) with Skyler Brigmann
    Date and time is TBD
    Burbank, 217 N Lake St, Burbank, CA 91502, USA
    Seasoned voice actor Skyler Brigmann, (Thunderbolts*, Tumble Leaf, Blue Beetle, & more), leads an action-packed weekend workshop for young actors, ages 8-15!
  • Date and time is TBD
    Date and time is TBD
    Zoom
    If you're struggling with any speech issues and are interested in doing group workouts with a licensed speech pathologist in a group Zoom setting, sign up here to express interest!
  • Demo Reel
    Demo Reel
    Schedule your consultation
    Schedule your consultation
    Location is TBD
    Commercial, Animation, Video Game Demo Reel Production. Note: Prior to working on your demo reel, please use this form to schedule a free consultation to discuss where you are in your voiceover journey, to determine if now is the best time to record your demo reel(s).
  • Online-Only Students, Sign-up Here!
    Online-Only Students, Sign-up Here!
    Notification List Sign-ups
    Notification List Sign-ups
    Zoom
    Do you live outside of LA or are only able to attend classes & workshops online? If so, sign up here and we'll add you to our mailing list whenever we offer Zoom-only classes!
  • Private Coaching Session
    Private Coaching Session
    To schedule: TheVoiceoverAcademy@gmail.com
    To schedule: TheVoiceoverAcademy@gmail.com
    via Zoom or Facetime
    Audition prep, private coaching for animation & commercial copy, (script breakdowns, character development, etc), career consultation, prep for demo reel, etc.
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