Bring your full self to every role. You are enough. Welcome home.

Welcome to a different kind of acting studio.

A creative community for artistic self-discovery in a safe, nurturing, playful, challenging, and deeply inspiring place. We’ve spent over 20 years developing a unique approach to actor training that deepens access to character and ignites joy within the work. Here extraordinary stories are told, deep connections made, and actors find freedom.

We’re Crash Acting. Welcome Home.

Our Services

  • Scene Study

    Whether for film, television, or theatre, our unique approach to training provides actors a place to learn, play, explore, fail, try again, and grow. It’s home for actors who are never finished. Available in person in Los Angeles & Online.

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  • Online Studio

    Study acting anywhere. Anytime. Members from all over the world have access to an entire self-guided acting, audition, & career cirriculum. PLUS monthly meetings with Crash Instructors. The perfect community for actors outside of LA.

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  • Events & Workshops

    From our annual Ireland retreat to local workshops and seminars, our events help you nurture your craft in a supportive, positive community.

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About Crash Acting

Crash Acting takes a non-dominant approach to acting for those seeking a more fulfilling and sustaining way to work as an actor today. 

Founded by actor, producer, and author Benjamin Mathes, Crash Acting elevates actor training by applying the timeless and true practices of personal risk, acceptance, presence, and freedom within the immediacy of live scene study and a “student-first” creative community. 

Crash Acting classes are offered year-round in Los Angeles and online.

Testimonials

  • Anderson Silva

    “Working in Ben's class was a transformative experience for me. His approach, his energy, his passion, and his first hand knowledge of the industry has helped me to transition from a star in the octagon to a star on the screen.”

    Anderson Silva | Former UFC Middleweight Champion

  • J.R. Bourne

    “Vulnerability is not easy, but it is necessary and part of the authentic portrayal of a character. Working with Ben fills my artistic soul and constant desire to be more truthful, more vulnerable, more adaptive to my growth—and to combine all of that into a character of any size, shape, or motive.”

    J.R. Bourne | Teen Wolf • The 100 • Arrow • Suits • Stargate SG-1

  • Louriza Tronco

    “Benjamin Mathes creates and hosts an environment that encourages artists to dive into what I think is one of the most (if not, the most) important thing about being a storyteller- the truth. Now, I can go on and on about the “tactics” or “technicalities” that he “teaches” but that would limit his greatness. As a working actor I continue to seek for his wisdom and collaboration- I am lucky to have him on my side. Work with him. You won’t regret it."

    Louriza Tronco | The Order • Night at the Museum • Zapped • Make it Pop