About
I am professional working actor SAG-AFTRA, stand-up comedian and certified teacher with more than 28 years of experience
Recent credits include Billions , Orange is the New Black, Blacklist, White collar , Banshee, Oscar nominated films Can you ever forgive me , Extremely loud and incredibly close .I was a principle actor in more than l00 national TV and internet commercials .
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I studied Method Acting in Russia in Moscow Arts Institute , were the Method Acting was developed by K.S. Stanislavsky. I studied the Meisner tecnieuq in Carnegie Hall Arts Studios with Legendary teacher
Mr.Robert X. Modica.. i have been teaching acting in Universities and public schools for 25 years . My students perform on Broadway , TV and box office films.
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I love to teach. I love the moments when my students discover their talent. And ofcourse it is pleasure to see them on TV, films and stage .
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
First I have an interview with the new student in the studio or on Zoom. If i see that I can help him or her to achieve the goals, i invite student to study with me.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have a Master degree in acting and directing , Moscow Art Institute .
I studied the Meissner technique with legendary teacher Mr. Robert X Modica for 5 years at Carnegie Hall , New York NY.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
The cost of two hour lesson in the small group is $50 per student. One on One coaching is $60 per hour.
How did you get started teaching?
I started to teach long time ago. I think i started to teach when I was studing acting, The students i was study with asked me to teach them after class. Some how i had ability to explain better than teacher himself. I fell in love with teaching after that.
What types of students have you worked with?
From Beginners to celebrities.
From vey shy to careless
Describe a recent event you are fond of.
Seeing my students on big screen, TV and red carpet is allways make me proud .
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
The teacher must be a working actor.