Charles C.

I'm a 74 year old retired man. I have always loved acting but have had some minor challenges due to bad eye sight and I'm not that computer savvy. Jim helped me learn how to use an I-pad my grand daughter gave me to help me expand fonts to read scripts. Though I'm only doing this so far for a hobby, I can see huge improvement in my ability to memorize scripts and act convincingly. Jim encouraged me to audition for the community senior center's drama club. I couldn't believe it I got right in and enjoying meeting new people (I'm widowed). Jim has been a Godsend. I'm finding new joy and I'm enjoying seeing local theatre productions. I appreciate his kind, patient, and professional matter. Acting lessons with Jim is what got me through the horrible isolation during Covid quarantine. He is also incredibly knowledgable on health such as veganism, breathing/meditation and is encouraging me to get into a healthier lifestyle. My voice/sinuses improved after giving up dairy. I used to get chronic sinusitis. So I feel acting has been beneficial to my overall health. Though Jim is pricier than other teachers in the area... I believe you pay for what you get. The extra money I pay is well worth it. The two other acting coaches I used before Jim...were mediocre and treated me like an invalid. Jim continues to inspire me to be the best I can be in all areas of my life. I consider him a good friend and he is one of the best educators out there.

Art Y.

Great rapport with the kids. Inspired learning and made it fun .

Steve G.

It is not just about hitting the right note, it is about relaxing and really feeling the joy of the music, of the perfect sound. It is an approach that is both unique and effective.

M. A.

I hired Kristelle because we were talking about something related to Spanish. I tend to make a lot of jokes about me not knowing Spanish so when she told me she's helped those who are like me, where they are in a Hispanic household but don't know it, really made me want to give it a try. Also, she works really well w/ people's budgets. She's helped me be more aware of how I say things. She's made a lot of things (such as grammar, structure, basics) more understandable/clear. Doing one on one where I can nag her with a lot of questions has helped a ton and has gotten me to be able to speak a little more comfortably w/ my family. I feel pretty good about the growth so far. I feel the more advice she gives me I can have a stronger foundation to build off of even after the sessions are done,