Everybody’s got a great voice.

It’s those who have Authentic Storytelling

in All their Material that win the day!

Shauna Markey Acting Studio (SMAS) is led by Shauna Markey and a dedicated team of coaches who are deeply committed to guiding teens toward their dream BFA programs. With a strong focus on storytelling, the SMAS coaching team helps students develop authentic, compelling songs and monologues that resonate on a personal level.

By curating personalized monologues that genuinely reflect each student’s essence, SMAS coaches help clients stand out from the crowd—capturing the attention of admissions panels and earning placement in highly competitive programs.

As a Broadway-experienced, bi-coastal, premier boutique coaching team, SMAS provides comprehensive support throughout the college preparation journey. This includes:

personalized coaching
college professor-led workshops
strategic prescreen planning
professional prescreen video production.

From artistic branding and headshots to audition attire and live audition support, every detail of the application process is strategically crafted.

As trusted mentors, SMAS coaches prioritize both performance excellence and student well-being—supporting students at every stage of the audition process.

It takes more than talent.

It takes strategy, teamwork, and commitment

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Thank you for your interest in College Prep Coaching!

Applications to join the elite Class of 2027 or Pre-prep Class of 2028 are now open!

STEP 1: Click here to submit your Application and Audition Materials.

**NOTE: We’re an exclusive, boutique coaching company we take a small selected group each year so Apply early!

STEP 2: Schedule a Complimentary Consultation to answer all your questions and to see if we’re a good fit.

STEP 3: Wait to hear from us to see if are accepted into our Premiere College Prep Class of 2027 Team!

If you have any further questions, feel free to email us at [email protected]

We look forward to meeting you and seeing how I can support you in achieving your college dreams!