About
Have the passion and desire to be an actor or do stand-up comedy...I did too!! I have been performing and perfecting my craft for over 30 years. I most recently taught No Fear Acting and Sketch Comedy classes at Florida Studio Theatre and acting classes at Beaver Island School in Michigan. My extensive actor training started at "Actors Institute" and graduated to comedy at "Second City" both located in my home town of Chicago. I have written, performed and directed several variety shows, been an active member in 8 different sketch comedy groups, performed stand-up comedy at comedy clubs around the country and have taught students of all ages. I can teach you one on one either dramatic or comedic acting. You can take just one class or really advance your skills by taking several classes. I will help bring out the actor that is lurking inside of you to become a more confident and outgoing person.
I love seeing my students get excited about acting and performing. Also with my help, I love seeing them excel as an actor!!
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
Get to know the students strengths and acting abilities. Help the student to become comfortable on stage and bring out the actor that is within them!
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Several years of extensive dramatic acting classes at the Actors Institute and improv/sketch comedy classes at Second City Northwest.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
$.50 per minute..60 minute minimum.
How did you get started teaching?
Teaching children at Beaver Island School, private one on one classes and adult acting/stand-up/sketch comedy at Florida Studio Theatre in Sarasota.
What types of students have you worked with?
Children and adults ages 8 to 80 years old!
Describe a recent event you are fond of.
Escape Reality Variety and Murder Mystery Dinner Theater shows!!
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
Find a teacher with extensive experience and one who loves teaching because acting and performing is their passion. Also, someone that takes pride in sharing their knowledge to help the student achieve their ultimate potential. A teacher who gets as much excitement and enjoyment from teaching as the student does!
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
Just be open and honest about what they expect and want to learn from the lessons.