Free Acting Classes Offered in Concord Through April

Community Players of Concord hosting 8-week Meisner Technique course for actors of all levels

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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The Community Players of Concord are offering an 8-week Meisner Technique acting class, led by instructor Travis Laughlin, that is open to both beginning and experienced actors. The free classes will be held on Saturdays from 2-5 pm, with the first session running from February 21 to March 14 and the second session from March 21 to April 11.

Why it matters

The Meisner Technique is a renowned approach to acting that emphasizes authenticity, emotional connection, and improvisation. This free class provides an opportunity for local actors to develop their skills and explore a valuable acting methodology, which can benefit both their stage work and ability to navigate conflict in everyday life.

The details

The Meisner Technique classes will cover exercises in repetition, imagination, character work, and scene study. By the end of the course, participants will have a strong understanding of the Meisner approach and how to apply it to future roles. The classes will be held at the Players Studio in Concord.

  • The first session will run from February 21 to March 14, 2026.
  • The second session will run from March 21 to April 11, 2026.

The players

Travis Laughlin

The instructor for the Meisner Technique classes, Laughlin studied the method at Playhouse West in North Hollywood and has appeared in several TV shows and films.

Community Players of Concord

A local theater group hosting the free acting classes at their Players Studio in Concord, New Hampshire.

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What they’re saying

“Meisner's approach includes exercises in relaxation, emotional preparation, imagination, and interpersonal connection, and emphasizes improvisation at all levels. The aim of the technique is to produce authentic conflict between scene partners through the use of dramatic improvisation.”

— Travis Laughlin, Instructor (The Concord Insider)

What’s next

Participants must register for the classes by February 16, 2026.

The takeaway

This free Meisner Technique acting course provides a valuable opportunity for local actors, both novice and experienced, to develop their skills and explore a renowned approach to realistic and authentic performance.