I've been with Baron Entertainment for 17 years and have booked recurring on American Gigolo, Ryan…read moreMurphy's Grotesquerie, and Young & The Restless to name a few, plus countless commercials and film. Rod Baron has always been kind and extremely knowledgeable about the biz and its machinations. I feel blessed to be with such a special and respected Boutique agency. Jay Alan Christianson

If you are lucky, you will get one audition a month. They have no out going message, when you call…read morethe message says it's google. Most of the auditions they get you are from actors access. The agency wants you to go on cruise ship trips instead of concentrating on auditions. Don't waste your time.

I've gotten so much value out of working with Jona through Career Activate. The quality of the…read morematerial is excellent, but what really sets it apart is the access--to real industry professionals, thoughtful masterminds every quarter, and a smart, supportive community of actors who are actually working and thinking strategically about their careers. The masterminds alone are worth it. Being able to hear directly from industry pros and then process that information alongside other actors has helped me sharpen my perspective and make better decisions, instead of just reacting out of anxiety or guesswork. I especially highly recommend Jona's "Getting Rich in Your Niche" module. Once I went through that work, I got headshots that genuinely worked for me and clearly told the industry how to cast me. It brought focus and alignment to how I present myself, and the results were tangible. Career Activate is practical, clear-eyed, and rooted in how the business actually works. I highly recommend Jona to any actor who wants smart guidance, strong community, and tools that lead to real momentum--not just inspiration.

Get Rich In Your Niche really opened up my understanding of branding. I used to basically only…read moreupdate my materials when I got new footage. But I applied the specific tips I got in this course to re-edit my reel without new footage, make it much more cohesive. After just a few months, a filmmaker did a deep search in my niche on IMDb, saw my newly edited reel and contacted me with an offer for a lead role in a feature film that he had struggled to find the right actor for. That's just one example of a tool I gained from this course that I'm still able to benefit from because I now review and refine my materials continuously - not just for the sake of shaking things up but with a clear strategy and direction in mind.

I needed help in getting my "package" together, as I felt I was ready to take my acting career to…read morethe next level. I decided to book an hour with Amy. It was THE BEST DECISION I could have made. I ended up booking 3 more sessions with her. Each time, we worked on a different project, whether it was cleaning up my demo reels, fixing up my resume so that it was easier to read, organizing my Actors Access material, or discussing my "brand". Amy is so great to work with. She's honest and doesn't have time for B.S. She's not at all pushy either. I highly recommend her, whether it be her books, her classes, her technique, or her private coaching sessions. She is a down-to-earth professional!!

There's a reason her name is listed next to Meisner and Adler... she's a brilliant coach! If you…read morewant to take your career to the next level and start booking sign up for Amy Lyndon's MasterClass. She's got 50 plus season regulars and an Emmy winner on her list of actors she's trained. I highly recommend!!

I can't say enough amazing things about Unlimited Self Tapes and Alex. She is truly a gem. Not only…read moreis she incredibly talented and efficient, but she is also consistently available, professional, and supportive throughout the entire process. As an actress, having someone you trust behind the camera makes all the difference -- and Alex just gets it. She creates such a comfortable environment, helps you feel confident, and moves quickly without ever sacrificing quality. On top of that, her rates are so affordable, which is rare to find in LA. I'm so grateful I found her. Unlimited Self Tapes has become my go-to, and I recommend Alex to every actor I know.

Alex is an absolute professional and a rare find in Los Angeles. I love working with her. She…read morecares, is very detailed which is what you need especially when auditions can be nerve racking and she wants you to submit your best work! For my self tape auditions, I make an appointment with her immediately.

Got a lot of work, recently with Bill Dance Casting. I'm very grateful and appreciative. His…read morepeople on set are easy to work with and i haven't had any negative interactions. Thanks Bill and your staff.

He is one of the most honest, passionate, casting directors that we have in this town. If only the…read morecasting agents could all be like Bill Dance then this whole process would work better, smoother, faster. He is very passionate and not a HUGE EGO like many of these people are in this town. If you get a chance take a few of his classes it was a good investment. He will tell the truth and let you know what's happening. Thats for sure. I like Bill Dance.. He's a great casting director. However, I have not gotten any work from him. So I would advise you to register with him. if you get some work like $500 then pay for a class. but don't just be wasting money on classes and not get any work like I did but I wanted to find out what was happening in L.A. and he's very truthful about the city and the work. So It guess it was a good investment.

I was so excited to take her class because I love Stella Adler and feel that she and Michael…read moreChekhov were by far the best acting teachers of the 20th Century. I started as an auditor in Marjorie's zoom class during Covid. I would read with other actors, and enjoyed it. I then decided to enroll as a regular student to receive feedback. I started to realize that doing scenes on Zoom was not enjoyable, and was looking forward to classes going back to "in person". My first scene on Zoom was from "Blue Valentine" and the actress I was suppose to do a very emotional scene with, decided to bail on me last minute in class after I had done a lot of work and preparation. It put me in a sour mood, and threw me off. Marjorie then decided to read my first scene with me (which felt odd). When I told her that I wasn't feeling it, she preceded to put me down in front of the entire class. Marjorie's classes also tend to be very "political". I read an earlier review where someone wrote that she talks about her personal life a lot (which is true). She also has very bias and negative opinions about men. If you're a young man (particularly heterosexual) and enrolling in her class, I would be very cautious. She also brings up other controversial topics in class such as race, and politics. In the fall of 2023, I decided not to judge, and give her the benefit of the doubt. I enrolled and payed a $150 deposit for her Tuesday scene study class. I ended up getting casted in a play, and rehearsals started when classes began. I emailed her asking if I could apply the deposit to the next cycle. I waited a week, and never received a response from her, or her assistant. Since she has no legal written policy on deposits, I disputed the transaction with my bank and they gave me my money back. A few days later, I received a threatening email from her "assistant" (and not her) saying she was going to take "legal action" against me over $150 dollars. Bottom line, there are many other teachers and schools in town. Take your hard earned money and give it to someone who really cares about your growth as an artist, and not an ignorant individual who has their own agenda.

I never write reviews but I felt this was necessary to help other students not waste their time and…read moremoney. A few issues: Marjorie can be very rude to her students and I've seen first hand how she will humiliate students in front of everyone. There's a way to critique someone without being insulting or humiliating or condescending. I've seen people in tears (and not for the scene btw). I personally think she tries too hard to be Stella Adler herself. Second issue - she talks too much about her personal life and I find it unprofessional. I'm all about getting to know people but there comes a point when you feel like you're just getting robbed. Third issue - this is more of a personal issue. I find it funny how she brags about being Latina and coaches people how to be "more latino" (whatever that means) but then has a pretty obvious accent when she actually speaks spanish (she's definitely not fluent). It's giving "No sabo kid". She's probably 3rd/4th generation for sure. Anyways, as much as it is helpful to give constructive criticism and be honest, that's not what she does. Or maybe it is but she's just not kind or gracious about it. Essentially, you'll just always be afraid to do your scene for her. Plenty of other better teachers out there. Hope this helps!

These are an excellent excuse to practice acting with a practical and useful added benefit of…read moremeeting the real, top-level casting professionals. I've been participating in ACE Studios' casting director workshops for years. They have always been a wonderful lifeline for getting to introduce yourself to people in casting that you otherwise might never get in the room with so that you can learn more about the audition process and be better prepared for when your opportunity comes. Now that they've moved online due to Covid however, I'd actually like to say that they've been even more helpful. The online calls are about the same length as an in person workshop but now with the virtual setup we're getting more practical tips for the current reality of self taping auditions. By taking a couple of workshops a month and preparing scenes for them I actually have noticed that my acting is improving with the consistent practice, much like it would by taking a regular acting class.

I love attending ACE Studios ! I've been going steadily for…read more2 years now and I can't say enough great things ! Brett and the Staff always provide a wonderful Creative Space to connect with Top Casting Directors~ Professional ~ Easy to sign up for your favorite workshops and Very Affordable. I get to network with so many actor friends also and have formed friendships and it's been an invaluable learning experience. Excited for more ACE Workshops!

I came in with little to no experience in the Industry. The…read moreacting classes in person and on-set acting class is one of the best combination to take for new actors to step in the field! Super professional! Ask any questions, they deliver with answers! This helped me get my foot in the door as industry, started out as background and everything they said in class, is all real on-set! I came prepared! Highly suggest!! 100/10!!

I took these classes for 2 months and I have learned so much! I had very little experience with…read moreacting but now I feel very educated and more confident with my knowledge. This class is very interactive, meaning you get to practice lines and feel what it's like to be on a real set and film behind the camera! Definitely recommend!