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Instructors Who’ll Elevate Your Craft 

We offer a team of passionate, experienced professionals dedicated to helping you shine on stage and screen.

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Stacey Van Gorder

Stacey’s holistic teaching style inspires actors to build confidence, refine their craft, and navigate the industry with authenticity and purpose.

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Samantha (Sam) Simone

With a passion for storytelling, Sam equips students with the skills to tackle scripts and bring compelling performances to life on screen.

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Charlotte Fountain-Jardim

Charlotte’s focus on script work and self-taping prepares actors to excel in auditions and adapt to the demands of modern TV and film.

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Josephine Cardin-Vargo

Josephine brings her diverse experience in acting & writing to guide students in building confidence and embracing their unique artistic voices.

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Sam Clemmett

With expertise from stage and screen, Sam inspires students to explore their craft, build versatility, and stand out in the industry.

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Mariette Booth

Mariette’s sharp comedic timing and dynamic performances shine in commercials, TV roles, and viral hits like First Moon Party.

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Van Hansis
Guest Teacher

Van blends deep emotional exploration with technical precision, guiding actors through in-depth script analysis to elevate their performances.

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Meet Stacey

Meet Stacey

Instructor & Studio Owner 

Stacey Van Gorder is a versatile actor and accomplished producer whose impressive career includes roles in hit TV shows like Dope Thief and Gossip Girl. Behind the camera, she has contributed to award-winning projects, showcasing her skill in crafting compelling stories and bringing them to life. With her deep understanding of the industry’s demands, Stacey brings a wealth of knowledge and dedication to nurturing the next generation of talent at SV Acting Studio.

Driven by Stacey's passion for both performance and mentorship, SV Acting Studio offers actors a transformative space to refine their craft, embrace their artistry, and thrive in a competitive industry. By blending real-world training with a supportive community, her studio empowers performers to confidently navigate the evolving world of acting. Her vision is to create a collaborative environment that fosters growth and equips actors to succeed in a dynamic and challenging field.

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"Best class for all levels in NJ!

As an actor living in NJ, it's been great to find a location in NJ that challenges us every week to in specific ways to prepare us for film and television, while creating a nurturing and supportive environment. No 2 classes are ever the same, and Stacey tunes in to our to individuality to serve our specific needs. Matt and special guests are a welcomed surprise that further add great value to our learning."

—Jose Ramoes

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"I am so incredibly grateful that my daughter is a part of Stacey's Monday On-Camera class. Stacey is wonderful, a true gem! She provides her students with a warm and encouraging environment for them to hone their skills while having fun! My daughter has grown tremendously as an actor (and personally) in just a few weeks!"

—Michelle Shteyman

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"Stacey and her team go above and beyond to ensure that every aspiring actor who walks through their doors is equipped with the tools, knowledge, and confidence to thrive in this competitive field."

—Kristen Brady

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"As a professional actress I have studied in many places on both the east and west coasts. I would like to share that Stacey’s professionalism, patience, kindness, warmth, laser focus AND ability to push you past your own limits to bring out the best version you can bring to a character all within a safe and judgement free space - in my experience and opinion is extremely rare. I absolutely LOVE her style of teaching and look forward to the next round of classes."

—Alexea Gulaptis

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NJ Studio

Beginners On-Camera Acting (Adult)

Geared toward beginners, this class helps actors refine on-camera techniques with hands-on coaching using current industry scripts.

Led by Stacey Van Gorder

Mondays | 11 AM - 1 PM

18+ | 4 Weeks

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NJ Studio

Confidence Building Class (Adult) NEW!

This class empowers actors (of all levels) to transform fear into fuel using acting techniques and somatic work to create intuitive, embodied performances.

Led by Josephine Cardin-Vargo

Tuesdays | 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM

18+ | 4 Weeks

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NJ Studio

Advanced Audition Technique (Adult) NEW!

For active auditionees, this class refines skills across genres, helping actors prepare for every type of role with confidence and versatility.

Led by Sam Clemmett

Wednesday | 2 PM - 4 PM

18+ | 4 Weeks

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