The Voice Of Todd
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I have been in the business for over 45 years and continue to work as an actor for stage, screen (big and little) radio, pod casts (internet) commercials (radio, TV, Internet) print (modelling) audiobook (Audible and others) and voice over narration (educational and industrial) promo (radio and TV) and video games (Fruit Ninja II) I have studied with Stella Adler, Terry Schreiber, Pat Fraley, Ruth Franklin and Dwight Weist. If you're under 50 you won't know these people but they were the tops in their game.
I fell in love with what I do and am lucky to have found that passion by accident when I was studying to be a dentist in college. I never could understand the concept of retirement, why stop doing it if you love it? And I do, still have a passion for it almost 50 years later. Today I auditioned for a speed read tag, a narrator, a doctor and a TV promo. Who knows what comes tomorrow. It's a disovery and I can't wait to find out what character and challenge will appear for me to delight in. Do what you love and the money will follow.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
I have no typical training, I share my experience with students suited to their needs and wants.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have a BA in Theatre and over 45 years working and acting professionally. I have studied with great teachers: Stella Adler, Terry Schreiber, Rae Allen, Ruth Franklin, Dwight Weist, Dan Duckworth, Charles Michel, Pat Fraley, Karen Kolhaas, Karen DeMauro and others.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
The price listed is per half hour and the amount of time is based solely on the student's needs, wants and goals.
How did you get started teaching?
I began as a teachers' aid in college. After starting my acting career in NYC I realized an actor's need for business skills and held workshops for in colleges. I left the acting business after 19 years to raise a family and support a more regulated life and I became a massage therapist. My massage teacher soon referred her clients to me she invited me to teach at her school. Later I branched out and held evening classes for adults learning massage technique. I also, was recruited to teach high school drama at a prestigious and well known NYC area school. I continue to coach and tutor. I'm always over prepared and wiling to share my knowledge and experience.
What types of students have you worked with?
All ages from high school to senior adult.
Describe a recent event you are fond of.
I recently moved from Princeton, New Jersey where I had a complete 8X12 recording studio in my house and needed to recreate it an apartment in New York. I have worked through many trials and errors with recording software, sound dampening, interfaces, operating systems, peripheral devices, platform swapping, etc. all while working to submit auditions for audiobooks, vo, film, TV and theatre. I learn from all the glitches and mistakes.
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
If seeking theatre experienceI I would find someone who has a broad body of experience in comedy, drama, musical performance, voice over experience in promo, commercial, film and TV.