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Professional Acting Classes on Real Film Sets

Do you have the ambition to take your acting skills to the next level—or are you ready to finally take that first step into acting and truly pursue it?

Do you want to work hard on yourself alongside others who share the same drive? To support and challenge each other, and—through truthful, authentic performances—potentially take your first steps into the professional film and television industry? Or do you prefer the stage? In that case as well, you’ll learn techniques with us that will serve you there.

Most acting programs for adults outside traditional institutions are often located far from Limburg—or even abroad. They tend to be expensive, and if you choose to study internationally, there’s always the question of whether they will truly meet your expectations.   Ook Sandro Mastronardi (IMDB) himself spent years commuting to Brussels to train with actor and coach John Flanders.  After working on various productions both nationally and internationally—including Jesus Christ Superstar (the rock opera), The Spiral, Thuis, Familie, Kidnapping Freddy Heineken and numerous commercial shoots—he founded this program to guide both emerging and experienced actors to new heights.

Since 2019, Sandro has been passing on his knowledge, helping to develop a new generation of actors ready to shape the film and television landscape. And since 2025, we’ve been doing so from a professional film set—unique in the Benelux.

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New group on Wednesday September 2nd, 2026

 

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For our youth program, click here for more information.  Module 1 starts on September 22 

Youth program

Since 2026, we also offer a dedicated youth program for ages 12–17.

The next group takes place on september 2 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Register now to join this group.

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Summer Workshop

This summer, you can join our summer workshop again. This time, it’s also available in Dutch—you can choose whether to work on an English- or Dutch-language scene.

The workshop runs from July 20, 2026.
 

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Dance Classes

From May 2026, FilmStage Studio is launching professional musical dance classes. Develop your technique, perform at your best, and learn how to shine in professional dance auditions.

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Singing Lessons

You’ll soon be able to take singing lessons with us—keep an eye on this site for updates.

  

  

  

  

  

 

Sandro Mastronardi

Sandro Mastronardi

The acting classes are taught by Sandro Mastronardi at FilmStage Studio.

The next three-month introductory course for 2026, focused on the Meisner techniek begins on September 2, 2026. Classes will be held weekly on Wednesdays (12 sessions) in Hasselt at our new film studio, on our own professional set.

Actors who demonstrate significant progress and ambition will be invited to join the Advanced Classes, an ongoing coaching program. These sessions take place weekly on Mondays and/or Tuesdays, where you’ll work with scene partners on monologues and scenes. Individual coaching for auditions and personal development is offered on Thursday and Friday evenings, or any day of the week between 1:00 PM and 6:00 PM

With this ongoing coaching, you’ll always be prepared for auditions, allowing you to showcase your talent with confidence and experience—greatly increasing your opportunities. Many of our students have already secured professional roles through the skills and experience gained in these programs.

Course content

The coaching uses the technique of Sanford (Sandy) Meisner, combined with other insights, such as those of Ivana Chubbuck.  The introductory course starts full on with Meisner, helping you step out of your head and into genuine emotion. By acting on impulses and observations of your scene partner, rather than on thoughts about how you think a scene should go, you can fully immerse yourself in your characters. While Sandro is not an accredited Chubbuck coach, he was personally trained by accredited Chubbuck coach John Flanders.

Under the personal guidance of Sandro Mastronardi, you will learn to work with the imagined circumstances in which you will perform truthfully, exactly as Meisner intended.

"Acting is behaving truthfully under imaginary circumstances." - Sanford Meisner

Training in a Real Film Environment

During our program, we work with realistic scenes that are professionally recorded in our own film studio. Our unique, built-in film set is equipped with high-quality lighting and sound, ensuring your acting is captured at its best.

Each scene is carefully edited. If you don’t yet have video material, these recordings provide an excellent foundation for a showreel—or can be custom-edited into a strong acting demo.

What makes us unique is that you’re not only in front of the camera—you’ll also be actively involved in filming your fellow students’ scenes. This gives you firsthand insight into how a set operates and how productions come together.

Curious to see the results? Check out our YouTube channel to discover the work of our actors. Our focus is always on acting, but thanks to the professional quality of both image and sound, nothing gets in the way of your performance.

View our Youtube Channel

Can You Really Achieve Something Here?

Yes!

Several of our students have already landed professional, well-paid assignments—sometimes enough to more than cover the cost of their entire year of training. And that’s just the beginning.

There are still many opportunities open to our students, and we’re confident we’ll be hearing from many of them in the future.

Recently, one of our students appeared in a professional American short film in her home country. Others have also been rewarded for their hard work—stories we’ll be sharing soon.

On our YouTube channel, you can find several productions featuring our students.

Introductory Course

The introductory course lasts three months, with the next session starting on September 2, 2026.

For this edition, classes are held on Wednesdays from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM. The Advanced Classes that follow will take place on Monday or Tuesday evenings, depending on availability.

The participation fee is:

€ 695*+ insurance/membership 2026 - €50 per year (€17 September-December)

For this, you’ll receive three months of training in techniques including Meisner and Chubbuck, with the opportunity to progress to the Advanced Classes. You will perform and have your monologue filmed in our professional film set. You’ll also experience a visit from a casting director, receive tips about the acting industry, and gain access to our private Facebook group, where tips and auditions are shared.

The program aims for a professional standard, so attendance is required. Missing a class will set you back, and after three absences, participation will no longer be possible. Of course, you are also welcome if you do not have professional ambitions. The full course fee is due at the intake, and is non-refundable. You will receive your certificate upon completing all classes.

* If full tuition is paid on the day of intake, the fee is €695; otherwise, it is €795. Your intake fee (€75) will be deducted from the tuition.

Advanced Classes

Participation in our Advanced Classes requires completion of—and selection from—our Introductory Course. The Introductory Course is open to both beginners and experienced actors and serves as the entry point to our training program.

The Advanced Classes offer ongoing coaching, allowing you to continuously maintain and develop your skills even when you’re not working on professional assignments. You will work on scenes with fellow students to build experience, and there is the opportunity to have your scenes recorded.

Attendance is always required so that your scene partner(s) are not left without a partner. If you must miss a class due to acting work, we ask that you inform your scene partner so they can work on their monologue or backup scene.

Classes are held every Monday or Tuesday from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM.

We offer two enrollment options for the Advanced Classes:

€ 225 / month for 1 day per week

€ 440/ month for 2 days per week

(Two-day enrollment means participation in two different groups, each working on a different scene with a different scene partner.)

Insurance is €50 per year, covering January through December

Personal coaching and audition preparation are available by appointment, on weekdays from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM, and Thursday and Friday evenings.

The cancellation period is one month.

Participation requires a clear commitment. Absences do not entitle students to a reduction, refund, or skipping a month, even if classes have already been missed.

Renowned Casting Director Offers His Advice

Flanders’ first casting director, Dag Elsermans (The Monuments Men, Grace of Monaco, over 2,000 commercial spots, and more), visits our classes to share his insights and help you prepare for real-world auditions.

Auditions are a very special experience, and you never know exactly what a director is looking for. With more than 2,000 auditions over 25 years, Dag has developed a “sixth sense” for understanding exactly what directors want.

With this knowledge, he can provide exclusive, invaluable advice—available only through our program—to help you take your acting to the next level.

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Testimonials

What our students have to say

In the Press

FilmStage Studio has not gone unnoticed.

Our unique approach and new professional film studio have been featured in the media, including:

We’re proud that our story is being shared—and even more proud of the many students who make it possible.

Curious to see what the press is saying about us? Keep an eye on our social media channels and website for the articles.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Location

FilmStage Studio
Trichterheideweg 11, unit 24
3500 Hasselt

At FilmStage Studio, we offer training for both screen and stage. Our ongoing classes take place on our own professional film set, where we record scenes using our own equipment. This setup makes us unique in the Benelux.

Hoe inschrijven?

You can register here for our Introductory Course. This is not a beginner’s class; it serves as the entry point for both new and experienced actors.

After you register, we’ll invite you for an introductory meeting to get to know you and determine whether our program can meet your goals.

Please note that your registration is not yet complete upon signing up, but it is a step closer. The order of intake appointments is important once the group fills up.

For more details, read all the information on this site or contact us if you’re still unsure about enrolling.

  • Classes are aimed at adults, so the minimum age is 18... Separate classes are offered for younger students—click here for more information.
  • We often work with English-language scripts, so a basic knowledge of English is highly recommended.. (if you can read this its probably fine)
  • Introductory classes are limited to 6 participants , so early registration is advised. You can decide whether to join after acceptance in our intake meeting. (Advanced classes are limited to 12 participants.)
  • The intake takes place in Hasselt, in our professional acting studio. (or at the BIFFF during the Festival)
  • After registering, you can choose your intake date. Failure to attend without prior notice will result in immediate exclusion from our programs..
  • A €75 fee is required to confirm your intake (details provided after registration). This fee will be refunded if you are not selected by us.

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Reserve Your Spot

To guarantee your spot, pay your tuition (or a deposit) immediately during your intake via BanContact. Bank transfer is also possible—ask for the account details during your intake.

Please note: if you cancel or fail to attend after paying the deposit, the tuition/deposit will be forfeited.

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