Testimonials
 

The following are some testimonials sent to me by former students.  Normally I wouldn’t blow my own horn like this, but this kind of page has been requested by prospective students…so here it is.  I hope it helps.

 “Just wanted to say I learned so much in your class and I totally feel a difference in my work.  I feel so much more confident now than I did before.  And I think confidence is key…You’re a really cool guy.  Why can’t there be more people like you in the business!  All the best, Etya Dudko.”

  “Your class was a joy and you were able to make us feel good about what we did while giving constructive feedback.  Can’t get better than that.  Thanks a bunch, David.  Colleen Wallnau.”

 “I wanted to thank you for all you taught me in your commercial technique class…I walked into that class knowing nothing about acting for commercials; by the time I left, I felt confident that I can attend a commercial audition and know exactly what I need to do…I have recommended that all my friends come and see you!  Sincerely, Shelly Wade.”

 “I just wanted to take a moment and thank you!!!!  The past six weeks have been an amazing journey for me.  You have given me guidance and sparked my motivation.  It has been refreshing to meet a person in the business (YOU), who is down to earth, so kind and willing to give back!  I appreciate all of your help…Thank You So Much, Tara Raccuglia.”

 “I never really considered doing commercials while embarking on an acting career.  But a very knowledgeable person told me that she once took [your] class and had a wonderful experience.  So I figured I’d give it a try.  From day one I felt the ease of the class and [your] welcoming manner…The fact that the class is on-camera is amazing!...I learned to feel so comfortable with the camera and to look at it as a person, dare I say a friend!  From this level of comfort [grew] an immense feeling of self-confidence…I took what I learned in class to an audition and landed a job hosting a movie on AMC!  Dana A. Wesley.”

 “Cady’s class kicks major ass!  Jenny Schwary.”

 “[You have] a great perspective [on] the business.  Not only [do your] years as a casting director help you understand the world of commercials, but [your] years of acting [let you] really understand what we as actors are going through…I’ve found that the outlook [you have]…is useful for any audition, and not just commercials.  It’s a great class, and I’m glad I took it.  Jimmy Bopp.”

 “After taking [your] class I knew I was prepared for commercial auditions.  Being on camera…and reading commercial copy in an audition-like atmosphere was invaluable experience.  Plus the feedback and direction…helped me understand what I was already doing well, and what I needed to work on to start booking commercials.  [Your] teaching style is so supportive and encouraging, but [you] also won’t let [students] get out of there until [they’ve] grasped how to audition well.  I loved watching the tape of our ‘auditions’ in class afterward and discovering what works and what doesn’t.  Plus I could see myself and my classmates improving!  Actors at any level will benefit from this class.  Vanessa Shealy.”

 “[Your] class is full of great information, with lots of opportunity to put that information into practice, and to observe and learn from others in a positive, non-threatening environment.  Not a moment is wasted; it’s all valuable and it’s clearly applicable to my profession.  [You manage] to achieve just the right balance of humor and ease with seriousness and professionalism.  As a student, I [felt] safe to make mistakes, and encouraged and supported to achieve good results…Can I say I got no criticism?  Well, it’s true.  I [enjoyed] the class very much and I’m glad I found it.  Thanks.  Mitch Lippman.”