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Student Testimonials
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William Belleau
(Echo (Chen-Ke), Killers of The Flower Moon (Henry Roan), Home Before Dark (Hank Gillis), The English
“Working with Steve was an unforgettable experience. He was relentless in pushing me and always wanted me to get the most out of my work. In short, he kicked my ass. 15 years later...I dropped in on Steve’s class. I was in New York doing press for Martin Scorsese’s Killers of the Flower Moon…I thanked Steve, because out in the real world I got my ass kicked again, and again, and again. Steve prepared me for the reality that is out there for all young eager actors. Among the things he teaches are living truthfully under imaginary circumstances, being in the moment, and letting it “do you”, which were and are extremely valuable tools that I have honed and developed for over a decade. I used what he taught me when working on different projects like Marvel’s Echo and with names such as Anthony Hopkins, Sandra Bullock, Josh Brolin, and Jason Momoa. That all led to working opposite Leonardo DiCaprio, and Robert De Niro, and being directed by the iconic Martin Scorsese. To Steve I say, "Thank you, my friend.”
Rob Parks
(911: Lone Star, Seal Team, The Lion King National Tour (Simba u/s))
“My time in Steve’s class directly led to my booking The Lion King. One would be hard pressed to find a more well rounded class in New York City. This is a unique setting where Steve somehow manages to seamlessly offer thorough instruction of the craft of acting, a safe environment, and a very genuine want for you to succeed. I’m just really grateful I was able to get into class with Steve. He’s a wealth of acting knowledge. An excellent professor with countless ways to help you ‘get from here to there.’ With Steve, I learned that so much of what I can offer a scene I already posses. He’s provided me with tangible tools to extract my best from each scene, each time.
He simply made me a better actor. He can do the same for you.”
Vicky Jeudy
(Orange Is The New Black (Janae Watson), Armstrong, Chicago P.D., Law & Order: SVU)
"Steve Perlmutter has a personal gentle touch with his students which I believe is important for all artists. In class, Steve was committed to my growth with developing my instincts, imagination and the ability to remain present in the moment. I adore Steve!"
Gina Costigan
(Broadway: The Ferryman (Caitlin Carney, Mary Carney u/s), The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, Becoming Jane, Veronica Guerin)
“Steve opened up acting to me and had me progressing in leaps and bounds. He has, knows and understands the essence of good acting and teaches technique with the most human and actor friendly approach. Steve has a keen eye and will work thoroughly with you through all aspects of your craft. Being taught by him was a revelation in acting for me!"
Kimberly Drummond
(911, The Neighborhood, American Horror Stories, Fuller House (Janet), The Hunger Games: Catching Fire (Rue's Aunt), Rectify)
“Steve’s class helped me to understand how to keep the moments fresh & interesting...it's never the same. The lines will always be the same but the way you live it out is always different. This method of going moment to moment allowed me to play and discover things I wouldn’t have from simply reading the script. It helped me to be open with my partner. You begin to discover how to develop great focus. Because IF YOUR FOCUSED, it's just you and that other person and everything just falls into place."
Branden Wellington
(Tyler Perry's Sistas, Orange Is The New Black, Gotham, Blue Bloods, NY Mets In-game Announcer)
“Working with Steve has helped me tap into who I truly am and what I really feel. That has led to discovering creative ways of using my inner life to fully express the truth of my characters. Learning from Steve has made me a better actor, entertainment host, and a better person. He changed my life."
Alissa Dumsch
(Celebrity Ghost Stories, Apartment 7, Decisions)
“Every time I leave your class, I am filled with joy, hope and laughter. I just wanted to thank you for giving that to me—it is rare to find a group of people who have that impact. I feel so fortunate that I signed up for your class—it has changed my life for the better.”
Derrick Arthur
(Delivery Man, People Places Things, FBI: Most Wanted, The Blacklist)
“Steve has opened the door to what I am capable to do with an open soul! He has taught me that it is okay to be me and that's what makes acting beautiful. Coming from yourself and being brave and confident about it. Steve is the MAN."
Shelleen Kostabi
(Con Artist, Shapeshifter, Group Fitness X-Perience Designer & Coach)
“I don’t really even know what to say. The gift you have given me is immeasurable, and incomparable to any other. Through your gentle but demanding guidance, you have strengthened my work ethic, as well as my faith in my craft (and myself), and pushed my own expectations to even higher levels. The assurance and, most of all, care with which you have taken in guiding me on this journey is touching and inspiring!”"
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