Shelton Studios

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Shelton Studios is nationally recognized as one of the finest professional film and theatre schools for actors and directors.

The Shelton Studios is recommended by agents, casting offices, directors, and filmmakers as one of the leading schools in the country. Founders Robert Elross and Jean Shelton brought with them from New York an extensive knowledge of method acting for film and theater. Past faculty included: legendary Stella Adler (teacher of Brando, De Niro), Harold Clurman (finest mind in the American Theater), J

02/05/2026

Scene Night Presentations
March 2 • Open House

Scene Night is a celebratory open house and a rare opportunity to step inside the studio and witness the work.

Guests are invited to come in support of the students, experience the space, observe scenes in progress, and connect with faculty. For those curious about training with us, this evening offers a chance to learn more about Shelton Studios and upcoming spring sessions.

Spring enrollment details will be posted soon.

RSVP: [email protected]

01/12/2026

Today is the day.

Classes begin tonight at Shelton Studios.

If you’re feeling the pull and wondering whether there’s still space, please reach out through the site before coming by. Availability is limited, and we want to make sure we can welcome you properly.

sheltonstudios.org

01/11/2026

Some people feel it early. Others feel it later.
The pull toward story.
The need to speak something true.
The curiosity that doesn’t go away.
If you’ve been circling the idea of acting and wondering if now is the right time, this is your moment to step in.

Classes begin tomorrow.
A few spots are still open.

You don’t need experience.
You don’t need permission.

Just the willingness to begin.

We’d love to have you.

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12/31/2025

“Live, live, live.”

In Orpheus Descending, Carol reminds Valentine of this truth while standing among the tombstones — a quiet call to choose life while we can.

On the last night of the year, we pause.

Acting is not about pretending.
It is about presence.
About listening.
About telling the truth.

Adult Acting Classes — Winter Session
Evening classes
Limited spots remaining

Learn more at
sheltonstudios.org/education

12/29/2025

As we close out the year, this is your reminder:

You are allowed to seize the moment.

You are allowed to pursue your art.

You are allowed to step into the version of yourself you keep dreaming about.

If acting has been tugging at you — gently or loudly — our Winter Acting Workshop is the perfect way to start the new year grounded, creative, and connected.

✨ Winter Acting Workshop

📅 Mondays • Jan 12 – Mar 2

⏰ 7–10 PM

🎭 San Francisco

🔗 SheltonStudios.org/education

12/24/2025

Give the gift of creativity this year.

If someone you love has been talking about acting, storytelling, or reconnecting with their artistic side, an 8-week Winter Acting Workshop might be the perfect surprise.

It’s thoughtful, unique, and gives them something meaningful to look forward to in the new year.

Class begins January 12 and is taught by the incredible Julie Dimas-Lockfeld in San Francisco.

🎁 A truly unforgettable Christmas Eve gift idea.

📅 Mondays • Jan 12 – Mar 2

⏰ 7–10 PM

🎭 Limited to 12 students

🔗 SheltonStudios.org/education

12/17/2025

Meet Your Instructor ✨

Thinking about trying acting — or coming back to it?

Julie Dimas-Lockfeld has been teaching actors in San Francisco since 1980 and brings a lifetime of Method-based craft, presence work, and deep scene study to every class.

If you’re looking for real growth with a teacher who sees you, challenges you, and supports your artistic development, this Winter workshop is the place to be.

📅 Mondays, Jan 12 – Mar 2
⏰ 7–10 PM
📍 San Francisco
🎭 Limited to 12 students

👉 Learn more & enroll: sheltonstudios.org/education

12/10/2025

🌟 Winter Acting Workshop — Enrollment Now Open!

If you’ve been wanting to dive deeper into acting or return to your craft, this is your moment. Our 8-week in-person workshop begins January 12 in San Francisco.

Taught by the incredible Julie Dimas-Lockfeld, this class blends monologues, scene work, and weekly Method-based techniques in a supportive, challenging environment.

Limited to 12 students.

📍 Mondays • 7–10 PM

👉 Enroll here: https://sheltonstudios.org/education

12/06/2025

We have limited spaces left in our upcoming 8-week Acting Workshop taught by Julie Dimas-Lockfeld.
A focused, supportive space for scene work, monologues, and building truthful moment-to-moment practice.
Details + registration: sheltonstudios.org/education

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Proud to be featured by Backstage as one of SF’s top acting schools. Our next 8-week workshop with Julie Dimas-Lockfeld starts Jan 12 – limited to 12 students.

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sheltonstudios 09/10/2025

✨ Acting Workshop (All Levels) ✨
Unlock your authentic voice and presence in this 8-week Method Acting course with Julie Dimas-Lockfeld. Mondays, Sept 15 – Nov 3, 7–10 pm. Limited spots — enroll now!
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533 Sutter Street
San Francisco, CA
94102