About
There a few teachers in the field of acting training who have both my experience (over four decades) and my understanding of human nature. I have the ability to make the student feel comfortable with me upon our first meeting. I leave my EGO at the door and create a relationship with the student that is built on trust. If you are willing to put in the work I will be your biggest cheerleader. I am more than a teacher - I am a mentor/life coach. If the student is willing to invest in the work I am willing to invest in the student and I will not stop working until the student has fulfilled her/his potential.
Art and creativity has been my life's work for over four decades. I am as excited about creating art today as I was when I started. There is nothing more invigorating than making SOMETHING out of NOTHING. All that is necessary for the creation of theater is the ACTOR. I love making magic happen with the performer and the empty space. We can travel to endless worlds in one space. Creating theater is akin to making miracles. I am rarely more alive than I am when I am working with actors.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
Trust is extremely important when working with a new students. I am a down to earth teacher and I have spent a great deal of time in teaching enviornments and have gained amazing skills in putting the student at ease so that their talent can shine through. With four decades of experience teaching students under my belt, I have gained the ability to look into the eyes of the student and see the magic that exists in their souls. I know this sounds "kinda new - agey" but I don't know how to describe it otherwise. If the student has "talent" and I have not come across a student who doesn't, I will be able to nuture, challenge and develope their skills. I am extremely supportive in my work with students. My goal is to get the student to see that I have faith in them so that they will show the best of themselves to me,
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
MFA in Acting (Mason Gross School of the Arts).
!0 years as Associate Professor Temple University Drama Department.
Taught acting, directing at Rutgers University, Oberlin College, Spellman College.