The Art of Acting
A practice based acting class for adults who want strong technique and expressive performances.
An 8-week, in person group program in San Francisco starting late September 2026. No Experience Required.
Meet Your Instructor
Brennan Pickman Thoon is a director, actor, writer, teaching artist, and proud Bay Area native. Recent work includes Sweeney Todd (Director) at the Throckmorton Theatre, Shrek (AD) and Matilda (AD) at the Presidio Theatre. He graduated with honors from New York University's Tisch School of the Arts, where he earned a BFA in Drama and trained at the Stella Adler Studio of Acting. As an actor, Brennan has performed with A.C.T., Berkeley Repertory Theatre, San Francisco Shakespeare Festival, Word For Word, Marin Theatre, and Marin Shakespeare Company, among others. SFBATCC Winner: Actor In A Leading Role. Member, AEA (Actor’s Equity).
Fall Session Dates
Tuesdays 7:00 - 8:30 PM
September 29th - November 17th
At DAMATO studio in Noe Valley, San Francisco
If students have to miss one class, they will have access to a recording of the class to review (and any class materials will be provided at their next class). It is recommended to not have more than one absence.
Noe Valley Studio: Bethany United Methodist Church, 1270 Sanchez St. Noe Valley, San Francisco 94114