Margo Manning Entertainment group offers film school training in Dallas, New York City and Los Angeles. Instructors travel between the locations both teaching dramatic arts and scouting new talent. In-house casting directors, acting coaches, talent agents and production managers work with students on a regular basis. The company has instructed and promoted notable performers like Renee Zellweger, Mark Cuban, Todd Oldham and Margo Manning.
The KD College Conservatory of Film and Dramatic Arts trains students who are pursuing a professional career in the dramatic arts. Typically students attending the15-month program are seeking work in the film, theater and television industry. Successful completion of the programs earns students an Associate of Applied Arts degree in Acting Performance.
Creative Arts Theatre and School (CATS) offers classes and multiple productions for youth actors throughout the year. Typically, nine different performances are organized at the CATS metroplex including a summer and "Spotlight" series. As of 2011, the CATS was one of only 60 youth theaters in America. Typical courses include acting, creative drama, musical theater,and four different types of dance classes. Students as young as four years old can enroll in acting courses. Although the primary focus is on drama courses for youth, adult acting classes and performance opportunities are also offered at the Arlington, Texas facility.
Texas Actor's Studio classes are guided by Director Richard Perrin. Courses teach not only dramatic acting skills but offer a well-rounded program which include a course focusing on understanding the role of producers and directors and how to work with talent agents. Perrin also offers private acting instruction for students and professional film stars. The studio is located in Euless, Texas in the Fort Worth area.
The University of Texas offers acting and film-making degree courses. Students learn how to perform and create documentaries ranging from ten minute videos to a 30 minute film thesis project. Students can take the classes as a part of an Associate's or Bachelor's degree or for personal enrichment. Admission to the college is required to take either individual courses or enter the dramatic degree program. The university is located in the city of Austin.