Testimonials
"Having been invited to Will's class I
came away more than impressed
with the level of enthusiasm in both his students and his overall
approach. His method is uniquely his own, but serves each actor
based
on his/her individual style, eliciting an organic and spontaneous
performance. Will is a passionate teacher both artistically and
professionally, and his years of first-hand industry experience provide
an unmatched level of insight for his students. As a film director, I
have used some of his students in my films, and have yet to be
disappointed."
Joe Dante (Director: "Gremlins", "The Howling", "The Burbs", "Splatter", etc.)
"Will was the most impressive coach with whom I have ever worked with in my 20 year career in TV, film and theater. He helped me a lot to understand the reason to be in each moment of the character, and from this knowledge make the best choices in the scene. To have someone of this level by my side made me a conscious, courageous and a daring actress. I recommend his services without hesitation to actors of comedy and drama or any other art genre."
"Will, foi o coach mais impressionate com o qual eu ja' trabalhei nos meus vinte anos de carreira na Cinema e Teatro. Ele me ajudou muito a entender a razao de ser de cada momento do personagem a ser interpretado e a partir desse reconhecimento optar pelas melhores escolhas em cena. Ter alguem desse nivel ao meu lado, fez de mim uma atriz mais consciente, corajosa e ousada. Recomendo seus servicos, sem moderacao, a atores de comedia, drama, ou qualquer outro genero de arte cenica."
Maria Paula (Award winning brazillian actress)
*See pic in photo gallery
"Will's acting Company is jammed packed with eager and talented students, who are not only a great joy to work with but who are constantly given a wonderful gift by having Will as their mentor in striving to better their craft. Will has a unique ability, grounded upon his personal extensive acting and teaching career, to reach inside the psyche of each student- understanding each of them on an individual basis- to insightfully awaken the emotions and techniques they need to better themselves not only as actors but as sensitive human beings. It's a rewarding and heartwarming experience to attend his classes to witness his students' transformations and constantly improving talents, and to all-too-infrequently be honored as one of his "guest teachers".
Alan Levi (Director: "NCIS: L.A.", "ER", "Buffy The Vampire Slayer", "Miami Vice", etc.)
"I've been a guest teacher for Will's company a number of times, and the amazing thing about Will is his ability to inspire his company to be brave, to go beyond the text, to go into their hearts and create art. There is great work happening in here, and great actors are coming out of it. Every time I teach, I learn something new from this extraordinary group. I've recommended more than a few of these students to casting directors and look forward to being able to cast them myself."
Ray Ricord (Former Vice President: ABC, Current Producer: Fineman Entertainment *2 TV shows currently running.
"Will has been instrumental to me as a performer and a friend. I greatly look forward to continuing to study with Will as he is an incredible teacher and coach."
Josh Emerson (Actor: "Hellcats", "Jennifer's Body", I Love You, Beth Cooper", "Tooth Fairy", etc.)
"Will genuinely cares about his students. He wants them to succeed. There is no b.s. in the way he treats his students. When he says I've done a good job, I KNOW I've done a good job. He has high standards for the quality of work we do and it pushes you to always do your best."
Erin Way (Actress: "Detroit 187", "Doonby", "Splatter", "Private Practice", etc.)
"Will's passion for acting, and for creating life's moments on screen, stage, or in the classroom make class scene work positively memorable."
Larry Romano (Actor: "The Thin Red Line", "Donnie Brasco", "King of Queens" series regular, NYPD Blue.
Joe Dante (Director: "Gremlins", "The Howling", "The Burbs", "Splatter", etc.)
"Will was the most impressive coach with whom I have ever worked with in my 20 year career in TV, film and theater. He helped me a lot to understand the reason to be in each moment of the character, and from this knowledge make the best choices in the scene. To have someone of this level by my side made me a conscious, courageous and a daring actress. I recommend his services without hesitation to actors of comedy and drama or any other art genre."
"Will, foi o coach mais impressionate com o qual eu ja' trabalhei nos meus vinte anos de carreira na Cinema e Teatro. Ele me ajudou muito a entender a razao de ser de cada momento do personagem a ser interpretado e a partir desse reconhecimento optar pelas melhores escolhas em cena. Ter alguem desse nivel ao meu lado, fez de mim uma atriz mais consciente, corajosa e ousada. Recomendo seus servicos, sem moderacao, a atores de comedia, drama, ou qualquer outro genero de arte cenica."
Maria Paula (Award winning brazillian actress)
*See pic in photo gallery
"Will's acting Company is jammed packed with eager and talented students, who are not only a great joy to work with but who are constantly given a wonderful gift by having Will as their mentor in striving to better their craft. Will has a unique ability, grounded upon his personal extensive acting and teaching career, to reach inside the psyche of each student- understanding each of them on an individual basis- to insightfully awaken the emotions and techniques they need to better themselves not only as actors but as sensitive human beings. It's a rewarding and heartwarming experience to attend his classes to witness his students' transformations and constantly improving talents, and to all-too-infrequently be honored as one of his "guest teachers".
Alan Levi (Director: "NCIS: L.A.", "ER", "Buffy The Vampire Slayer", "Miami Vice", etc.)
"I've been a guest teacher for Will's company a number of times, and the amazing thing about Will is his ability to inspire his company to be brave, to go beyond the text, to go into their hearts and create art. There is great work happening in here, and great actors are coming out of it. Every time I teach, I learn something new from this extraordinary group. I've recommended more than a few of these students to casting directors and look forward to being able to cast them myself."
Ray Ricord (Former Vice President: ABC, Current Producer: Fineman Entertainment *2 TV shows currently running.
"Will has been instrumental to me as a performer and a friend. I greatly look forward to continuing to study with Will as he is an incredible teacher and coach."
Josh Emerson (Actor: "Hellcats", "Jennifer's Body", I Love You, Beth Cooper", "Tooth Fairy", etc.)
"Will genuinely cares about his students. He wants them to succeed. There is no b.s. in the way he treats his students. When he says I've done a good job, I KNOW I've done a good job. He has high standards for the quality of work we do and it pushes you to always do your best."
Erin Way (Actress: "Detroit 187", "Doonby", "Splatter", "Private Practice", etc.)
"Will's passion for acting, and for creating life's moments on screen, stage, or in the classroom make class scene work positively memorable."
Larry Romano (Actor: "The Thin Red Line", "Donnie Brasco", "King of Queens" series regular, NYPD Blue.
“I truly can't thank Will enough for all he's done for me and my career. Not only was he able to set me up with an amazing manager, but I have also booked several roles through Will, including a supporting role on a new indie feature with Michael Madsen! I owe so much to this amazing coach and friend. Thanks Will!"
Madison Palasini (Actress: "Clear Lake, WI")
"Will has an amazing talent for finding what you need to focus on in your acting, and the enegy and love to help bring everything you have inside out. He doesn't try to fit you into any one 'method' of acting, but rather focuses on making what you do real to you."
Carson Aune (Actor: "True Blood", "The Dark Path Chronicles", "Legacy")
"Will is an incredible director and knows how to work individually with each member that joins his company. Not only are you learning how to be directed by a working professional in the industry, you're also joining a much needed community since this business can be so trying. It's been my saving grace upon moving to L.A."
Bridgette Bassa (Actress: "Doonby", "Clear Lake, WI")