Joe Souza Acting Studios

JOE SOUZA ACTING STUDIOS

The focus of the classes taught at our studio are on the reality of the Film and Television Acting Business. We teach actors how to develop their audition and acting skills and prepare actors of any level to succeed in all areas of the acting profession. Our classes are upbeat, positive and confidence building. We focus on:

* Auditioning skills

* Scene requirements

* Camera technique

* On set protocol

* Cold reading

* Presentation skills

* Understanding genres of material

* Taking direction and adjustments

* Listening and reacting

* Creating successful self tapes

DIRECT CONTACT:

(323) 496-1516

[email protected]

WHAT THEY ARE SAYING...

"Joe has coached me on number of auditions and producer sessions. His approach isn’t only from an educated point of view, it’s also from a working actor point of view. And I feel like that’s the best kind of coaching anyone should want. He is real and straight to the point, he helps you understand the WORDS that you’re saying. And not by telling you how to say them but where they coming from. He has helped me simplify the scenes, making it easier to consume and understand. You’re in good hands” - Germain Arroyo, Star of the feature film “Under the Stadiim Lights”

“Your reading will be GREATLY IMPROVED after your session". - Elizabeth MacDonald, Co-owner and teacher at Brian Reise Acting Studio, Los Angeles, CA.

“ I was fortunate enough to be coached by Joe. He is always so intentional with his words. He is able to see each artist where they are in their journey and push them to be their best.

He creates a safe spaces and is compassionate. he is able to get you to your best. Joe is one of a kind”. - Leighan, Student, Los Angeles

Joe Souza / Master teacher Biography

Joe Souza has been performing for over three decades on stage, film and television. Joe is originally from Mount Carmel, Pennsylvania and had the unique opportunity to begin his early acting education with the professional Bloomsburg Theatre Ensemble later becoming an apprentice. He furthered his early education at the Oberlin Conservatory Summer Music Program and the renown Tanglewood Music Center. After graduating high school, he attended the prestigious Hartt School of Music earning a Bachelor of Music degree in Vocal Performance. His theatrical career took off soon after moving to New York City and gave him the opportunity to perform in regional and repertory theaters throughout the United States. A few highlights of Joe’s theatrical credits are the original cast and cast recording of the award winning musical “Bark!, “Sneaux”!, starring opposite Kristen Bell and the Broadway production of “How the Grinch Stole Christmas”. Joe has been living in Los Angeles for the past 21 years working as an actor, coach and teacher. He continued his education in Los Angeles at the well respected Beverly Hills Playhouse, the Margie Haber Studio and Brian Reise Acting Studios where he became a private acting coach. Joe is currently the resident acting coach and teacher for Contemporary West Dance Theatre in Las Vegas. Mr. Souza has been in over 70 films, commercials and television shows. Some of his most notable performances include, Liam Bonneville in “Parks and Recreation”, Snake Timmons in “Big Time Rush”, “90210”, “Great News”, “Law and Order: True Crime”, “Fresh Off the Boat”, “American Crime Story”, “9-1-1”, “Get Shorty”, “Bosch”, “Feud”, “Jane the Virgin”, “Criminal Minds”, “Playtime’s Over,” earring him three best actor nominations and most recently in the reboot of the popular 90’s TV show “Saved by the Bell.”

I get the most joy out of watching my students grow. It's the BEST feeling when I see the "light bulb go on". Watching their confidence grow through their accomplishments is extremely rewarding.