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Since 1985, Portland Actors Conservatory has provided the highest standard in actor training in the Pacific Northwest. Producing Artistic Director Beth Harper leads the faculty of distinguished theatre professionals as they train students for professional careers in theatre and film. The Conservatory’s core programming offers involvement opportunities for theatre lovers at any age and experience level. As one of only five programs accredited by the National Association of Schools of Theatre, the Conservatory is located near Portland, OR’s city center in the historic Firehouse Theatre.

We celebrate the process of discovering the actor in every person and the artist in every actor.We surround students with mentors who will inspire you to rely on your impulses; challenge you to open your mind, heart and inner spirit; and explore with you what it means to be human. You will learn theory but more importantly, you will learn to transform theory into practice.

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