WHAT OUR TEENS ARE SAYING ABOUT
SUMMER AUDITION CLINIC 2011

Dear Studio,

Thank you so much for this week. I must admit coming in I was more than a little nervous. Turns out I had nothing to worry about! Not only did I make new friends, have so much fun and get great industry experience, but I learned so much! I learned how to use opposites in monologue class. I learned how to come from a place of stillness in on camera class and I learned how to show relationships. I loved all my teachers and my fellow classmates. I'm glad I got to appreciate all the different personalities. I don't want this week to end but I know I've improved so much. Thanks again.

Always yours,

Gianna G., age 17

Dear Acting Studio Chicago,

I'd like to start off by saying that what I have learned in this clinic is priceless to me. The countless things I have learned will definitely stay with me. From the 12 Guideposts to visualizing my relationships, my acting has improved substantially. I'd also like to thank all my funny and wise teachers for providing me with all of their wisdom and information on the craft that all of us here at the clinic are crazy about. I would recommend this extremely helpful clinic to any serious actor or actress that is looking to further their skills.

Sincerely,

Will G., age 17

Dear Adrianne,

Thank you SO much for this week! It's been interesting, crazy, fun but most importantly it 's been such a growing experience. Even though I was a little...well very...scared about the scene you gave me, it really pushed me out of my comfort zone and expanded me as an actor. I always had a blast in your class! Thanks again for this week and I really hope to work with you again in the future.

Sincerely,

Ragan H., age 15

Dear Studio,

Thank you for this wonderful week. During which I have felt myself grow as an actor. I learned to expand my mind to what I'm able to do in a performance, as well as in an audition. I've learned to establish what I'm fighting for in my relationship. I've learned to make a resume and how to work with a camera. Thank you for this memorable week, I will never forget it.

Evan B., age 16

Dear Rachael & Adrianne:

I don't know how to begin to thank you for absolutely everything this week. It has been some of the most informational, enjoyable and hilarious 5 days of my life. I have to admit, on Monday morning, I was a litte freaked out and I thought that this wasn't the place for me. I'm glad I came back because I learned so much about myself and I have you guys to thank. Throughout these 5 days I have truly surprised myself. I took risks and evolved as a person and I owe it all to you. I came in on Monday barely knowing anything about the business and I'm leaving far more confident in my knowledge of agents, casting directors, unions, etc. I really can't thank you enough for everything I have gained from this experience.

Thanks a million.

Allie P., age 14

Dear Studio,

Thank you so much for this week! I learned a lot about on camera and a TON about the business. I was treated like a professional which was extremely refreshing. The relationships I have gained with the other students and the teachers I hope will last beyond the clinic.

Love,

Mike C, age 17

Dear Adrianne & Rachael,

Thank you so much for this week. It was so much fun & I learned a ton!

Besides learning about cold reading, improv and on camera, I perfected my monologue. I learned how to nail the audition. Since I have little experience, I know for sure that the things I've learned here were very valuable. Adrianne, you helped me so much with my monologue. I was able to break out of my shell and really become the all-to-rebellious 'Audrey.' Rachael, you made acting even more fun. The clinic was the greatest thing ever.

Thanks!

Emily M., age 15

Dear Acting Studio Chicago,

I sincerely enjoyed this one week clinic. It went by was too fast! this week really helped me develop as an actress. Ellen was a great monologue teacher and she really helped me understand the 12 Guideposts. Before this clinic I just read the lines how I thought the character would say them, but now I've realized I need to think about how I would feel in the situation. This week was wonderful and I hope I get the opportunity to learn more.

Sarah C., age 16