Bilingual workshops, real-life productions,
and international film camps.
From Orlando to the world: camera-ready, always.
The Orlando Film & Drama Company, is a creative hub designed to empower dreamers of all ages—whether you’re discovering your passion for the first time or returning to it with renewed purpose. More than just a studio, it’s a supportive space where shy beginners, bold late starters, parents nurturing young talent, and artists seeking a second chance can find real opportunity.
Our mission is to cultivate talent, amplify voices, and help every artist grow.
Here, your creativity is seen, your story matters, and your dreams finally get the chance they deserve.
About Us
Every great story begins with a leap of faith.
Creating The Orlando Film & Drama Company represents one of the most significant and purposeful moments of my career — a vision shaped by years of working with artists who carried immense talent, yet lacked access, representation, or a place where they truly felt they belonged.
This studio was born from the belief that art thrives where safety, discipline, and opportunity meet. For minority artists, bilingual creators, immigrants, and dreamers navigating the pursuit of the American Dream, the journey can often feel isolating. OFDC exists to change that narrative.
But this space was also created for those who simply want to keep training, growing, and enjoying the process. We have built a warm, professional, and welcoming environment where artists can come in, feel at home, and focus on learning. A place to explore, to be challenged, and to discover what they are truly capable of. Our faculty is made up of passionate, experienced teachers who are committed to pushing each artist to reach their maximum potential — to bring out the best in them and show them what they’re made of.
As our community of artists in formation grows, those same performers become the first to be considered for our in-house productions: short films, podcasts, theatre productions, feature projects, and professional casting opportunities for film, television, and theatre. Training at OFDC is not separate from opportunity — it is the pathway to it.
In the end, it doesn’t matter if you arrive here to study acting and filmmaking, to strengthen communication and confidence for your professional life, or because you’re seeking opportunity, networking, creative community, new friends and/or support;
We have built this for you.
And we are ready for you!
Welcome to The Orlando Film & Drama Company.
— Antonio Morales
Founder & Executive Producer
The Orlando Film & Drama Company
The Academy
Adult Workshops
(Ages 16+)
Weekdays starting at 6:30 PM.
Evening classes for adults who want to develop their acting craft and on-camera performance skills.
- On-Acting for Film & TV
- Scene Study
- Audition Technique
- Voice, Movement & Character Development
- Professional Industry Coaching
- Casting Network
- Theatre Workshop
FILM & MEDIA PROGRAM FOR YOUTH (Ages 14-21)
Weekdays starting at 4:00 PM.
A complete artistic training program for Middle School and High School students.
- On-Camera Acting (Film)
- Podcasting & Digital Media
- Photography
- Creative Writing for Film
- Social Media Content Creation
- On-Set Professional Etiquette
- Participation in Student Film Projects
Kids Workshops
Ages 6-9: 11AM - 1PM
Ages 9-15: 1PM - 4PM
For Ages 6-9 & 9-15. Creative, fun, and bilingual classes every Saturday.
- Musical Theatre
- Acting for Film & TV
- Improvisation & Hosting for TV
- Real On-Set Experience
THE COMPANY
We produce original theatrical works and film projects.
Our members have the opportunity to audition and participate in real productions, produced in house, created in Orlando and around the world.
- Feature Films
- Short Films & Web Series
- Stage Plays
- Children’s Educational Content
- Documentaries
- Podcasts
SPECIAL PROJECTS
Monthly Masterclasses
Every month we host notable industry professionals from film, theatre, and television:
- Directors & Producers
- Casting Directors
- Talent Agencies
- Actors & Influencers
Summer Camp – Promoting Bilingualism Through the Performing Arts
(For children — June & July)
A summer camp designed to strengthen English and/or Spanish skills through performing arts and creative media.
Drama Blast Camp – International Intensive Workshops
(For youth and adults — select months each year)
Our international film training program hosted in major cities including:
JAN: Los Angeles
MAR: Miami
APR: Paris
APR: London
SUMMERS: Mexico City
SEP: Medellín
NOV: Madrid & San Juan
Be a Mentor
– Sponsor a Young Artist
Join our mission of transforming lives through the arts. Through our Be a Mentor initiative, individuals and businesses can directly sponsor a young artist with financial need, ensuring they gain access to professional training, creative opportunities, and life-changing experiences.
Your contribution provides scholarships, mentorship, and resources for students who show passion and talent but lack the means to participate. By becoming a Mentor, you’re not just giving funds—you’re opening doors, shaping careers, and investing in the next generation of storytellers, filmmakers, and performers.
Viva Kids Club
– Children’s TV Show
A bilingual educational TV show created by our kids, for kids.
Students perform, host, report, dance, and take on technical production roles.
English / Spanish for Actors
Specialized language coaching for actors seeking to work in the English/Spanish-speaking film and television industry.
Additional Services & Opportunities
- Free Professional Headshots for all our members (twice a year)
- Connections with Florida Talent Agencies
- Casting Opportunities
- Networking Events
- Production Internships
- Studio Rental for Actors, Filmmakers & small companies
SPONSORSHIP INVITATION from Antonio Morales
Dear Business Owners, Sponsors, Padrinos & Madrinas,
My name is Antonio Morales Cruz, and I’m the founder of The Orlando Film & Drama Company, a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to shaping the next generation of actors, filmmakers, and artists from our diverse Central Florida community.
Every day, talented and passionate young people walk through our doors dreaming of a future in the arts—acting, singing, filmmaking, digital media—but many of them face financial barriers that limit their opportunities. For these families, art is often seen as a luxury rather than an accessible path.
That’s why we’ve launched the Mentorship Sponsorship Program, where generous businesses and individuals can sponsor a student and give them access to professional training, workshops, short film productions, and mentorship.
What’s in it for you?
- Your contribution is 100% tax-deductible
- Your business will be publicly recognized in our productions, events, social media, and printed materials
- A certificate of appreciation as an official Cultural Ally
- A personalized photo and video from the student you’re sponsoring
- Invitations to our VIP events, premieres, and film screenings
- Most importantly: the chance to change someone’s life through art
No matter the size of your company, your support makes a lasting impact. By investing in young artists, you become part of a movement that builds confidence, purpose, and opportunity—right here in Orlando. Please feel free to contact me directly for more information or to receive our sponsorship tiers and official flyer.
Thank you for your time, your generosity, and your belief in the power of art.