BLACK FRIDAY 2026 | INVEST IN YOUR NEXT CHAPTER
THE WAITLIST IS OPENING.
After months of operating at capacity, Zak Barnett Studios is opening a limited number of new training opportunities for 2027. This Black Friday, unlock exclusive introductory savings on our ongoing acting programs and get priority consideration for the new Multi Market Actor Immersive.
UP TO 70% OFF YOUR FIRST MONTH
Offer ends Nov 30, 2026 at 11:59 PM PT
OUR DOORS REOPEN
A NEW CHAPTER AT ZBS
For months, our studio has operated on a waitlist to protect what makes our training special: personal attention, meaningful feedback, and a dedicated community of actors.
As we prepare for 2027, we are opening limited opportunities across our ongoing classes and training programs, including the new Multi Market Actor Immersive.
This is your opportunity to take the next step in your craft and become part of the ZBS community.
Enrollment and class placement remain subject to availability and team confirmation.
THREE BLACK FRIDAY OFFERS
THREE WAYS TO INVEST IN YOUR NEXT CHAPTER
Find the training path that moves you forward.
BLACK FRIDAY OFFER 01 OF 03
ZBS MEMBERSHIP
70% OFF YOUR FIRST MONTH
ZBS Membership is an individually tailored program, that answers the most pressing needs of both the aspiring and working actor: Actor Training, Mentorship, Flexibility & Community, as well as Career & Personal Development. Designed with the trademarked ZBS Whole-Self Approach, ZBS Membership is a three-dimensional, full-service offer at a fantastic price.
- Mentorship
- Attend 1 class per week
- $500 Coaching Credit + 20% off thereafter
- $250 Immersive Credit + 30% discount on enrollment
- Access to ZBS Success & Career Coach (2x/year)
- Access to ZBS Industry Events
- Ability to Pause for bookings
- Access to Online Community (to be launched in 2027)
- Access to a Membership Portal (to be launched in 2027)
Your Black Friday discount applies to your first month only. After that, $399 every 4 weeks.
Membership requires a 1 year commitment.
BLACK FRIDAY OFFER 02 OF 03
STANDALONE WEEKLY CLASS
50% OFF YOUR FIRST MONTH
Attend one weekly ZBS class of your choice. After your purchase, a ZBS team member will reach out to confirm your class placement, start date, and next steps!
- Weekly training and consistent practice
- Class options based on age and experience
- In person and online options where available
Your Black Friday discount applies to your first month only. After that, $375 every 4 weeks.
Standalone classes require a 20 week commitment.
BLACK FRIDAY OFFER 03 OF 03 • NEW FOR JANUARY 2027
THE MULTI MARKET ACTOR IMMERSIVE
FROM CO STAR TO SERIES REGULAR
One career. Six major casting markets. A 24 week television training experience built around the journey from co star auditions to series regular tests, taught across North America's major production hubs.
24
WEEKS OF TRAINING
6
POLISHED TAPES
15
ACTORS MAX
- Six market specific, faculty approved tapes
- Three days of training each week
- Industry labs with casting professionals
- Los Angeles studio or live online
- Maximum 15 actors
- Payment plans available
SIX MARKETS. ONE CAREER TRAJECTORY.
TRAIN FOR THE REAL AUDITION LADDER
Develop your work from single line co star scenes through demanding guest star material and simulated series regular tests.
BUILD YOUR MARKET READY PORTFOLIO
Each month culminates in a polished, faculty approved tape, building a portfolio of six distinct pieces.
GET INDUSTRY PERSPECTIVE
Three industry labs across the program bring casting professionals into the training process for tape feedback and live redirects, subject to guest confirmation.
BLACK FRIDAY IMMERSIVE TUITION
ZBS MEMBERS
$3,500
Save $1,500 from $5,000 retail
NON MEMBERS
$4,300
Save $700 from $5,000 retail
Payment plans available.
EXPLORE THE 24 WEEK CURRICULUM
Week 1: Co Star Precision
Develop control and specificity in short auditions with clean exposition and frame discipline.
Week 2: Guest Star Impact
Work on longer scenes, emotional storytelling, and recurring character arcs.
Week 3: Series Regular World Building
Explore multi scene storytelling, pilot analysis, stamina, and leading character presence.
Week 4: Callbacks, Tests & Tape Selection
Practice redirects and simulated screen tests, then finalize your monthly faculty approved tape.
Months 1 and 2
New York Procedural and Chicago Ensemble Drama
Industry Lab 1 • Week 8
Months 3 and 4
Texas Neo Western and Vancouver Survival and Speculative TV
Industry Lab 2 • Week 16
Months 5 and 6
Atlanta Sci Fi and Franchise, plus Los Angeles Satire and Network Screen Tests
Industry Lab 3 • Week 24
- Starts January 2027, exact start date to be confirmed
- 24 weeks, three days per week
- Hybrid delivery from Los Angeles or live online
- Maximum 15 participating actors
- Six faculty approved portfolio tapes
- Working actor flexibility provisions, subject to written program policy
ZBS MEMBERS
$3,500 total tuition. Payment plans available upon confirmation.
NON MEMBERS
$4,300 total tuition.
$1,060 initial payment allocated to Months 1 and 6. Two subsequent payments of $1,620 each, according to the agreed billing schedule.
Figures shown are proposed terms; final amounts and dates are confirmed at enrollment.
Applications are reviewed for program fit and availability. Applying does not guarantee acceptance.
YOUR NEXT STEP IS SIMPLE
01
CHOOSE YOUR PATH
Explore ZBS Membership, a Standalone Weekly Class, or the Multi Market Actor Immersive.
02
SECURE YOUR OFFER OR APPLY
Complete your discounted Membership or Class checkout, or submit an Immersive application.
03
CONNECT WITH OUR TEAM
We'll help confirm your training placement and next steps.
YOUR NEXT CHAPTER STARTS HERE.
Black Friday introductory offers end November 30, 2026, at 11:59 PM Pacific Time.
Whether you are building a consistent acting practice or preparing for a deeper television training experience, your next step begins here.
OFFERS END NOV 30 • UP TO 70% OFF