I took both the beginner and intermediate classes at TalkShop; and although I can't say 1 was better than the other, I can say the classes just kept getting better and more valuable with each one. Gary and Martha are seasoned vets in this industry and have a GENUINE DESIRE TO HELP! I can't stress this enough. With so many sharks out there looking to make a quick buck, it's so nice to find a team of professionals that actually want to see you succeed in the biz. Almost IMMEDIATELY after taking the two courses, I started getting work right away (which has already covered the cost of both classes and THEN some). Things have been steady ever since, and I can't credit TalkShop enough with helping me get my new career started. The facilities are top notch and the learning environment is a BLAST! They get straight to the point and get you in the booth on the first day. They also send you home with all your recordings, so when it's all said and done - you can actually go back and hear for yourself how much you've improved since starting. Granted, there are a lot of fantastic places to take classes for VO; but for an all around, hands on, introductory course to the VO industry - TalkShop takes the cake. I looked forward to these classes every week and have since been doing 1 on 1 sessions which are really what have helped define my "sound" and directly lead to bookings. Definitely give them a shot if you are looking to break into the VO biz. If they had 10 stars on Yelp, I'd give them a full 10/10. read more

Voiceover LA is worth looking into. If you're a Voiceover wanna-be, beginner, advanced or just need the practice - give Martha or Gary a call. They've got decades of experience in the biz, and have experienced the digital trends in the industry first hand. They're qualified to teach you the things you need to know to make it in Voiceover! Each class from the beginning tackles different copy and how to decipher and deliver those words in the best way YOUR voice can. Martha and Gary had great, knowledgeable answers to every question I had about a career in VO. From marketing myself to auditioning for characters. Look they know their stuff, and if you're ambitious to get quality, coached time behind the mic, then this class is for you. Give them a call, or even a friendly e-mail, your VO career certainly won't regret it. read more

Hey everyone, just wanted to start off by thanking talkshop for their help in this crazy industry we're all in. I took Gary's class. I must say it was very helpful. Can't wait to start with Martha's class next. If your looking to start in the voice over industry, you should look into taking a class with Gary. They will help you understand the business your getting into. I needed to record my audition professionally , I gave them a call for some help. And they sure did. They'll email you the finished project as soon as your done. They are really helpful. Don't hesitate!! Give them a call!! read more

The introductory class is a GREAT way to get started. Very fun and friendly while still professional. I learned so much from Gary during the short 6 weeks. It was so good I enrolled in their intermediate course. Martha runs a great informative class that really makes you listen to yourself. I'm so glad I picked Talk Shop to get started in Voice Over! read more

Jeez! This lady Martha is rude. She does not have the patience to listen to what others are saying. She just hung up the phone with arrogance. Never want to go their classes. read more

I absolutely loved both Gary and Martha's class! I walked in not knowing much about voice acting, and after both classes I feel very confident in my abilities as a voice actor with a much clearer understanding of the business. Not only are they really really great teachers with a plethora of knowledge about the industry, but they create a really awesome environment to have a fun time learning and get to know your classmates. I can't recommend Talk Shop enough! read more

I recently has an intermediate class with Martha Myakis and I learned so much. I have been working on my voice acting career and I feel this class has helped me get to the next level. I highly recommend this class if you are interested in learning more about the wonderful world of voice over. read more

Martha and Gary ROCK! Im fairly new to the Voice Over world, and I unfortunately don't have a studio set up in my home. So, I LOVE coming to Talk Shop to lay down spots. Being a fairly green virgin, Martha and Gary have always been very gentle and smooth in showing me the Mic. read more

Took Martha's class and it really helped to get me off to a good start. Just finished a 400 page audio book and a Tecate commercial. A big part of landing those jobs was because of what I learned in her workshop. If you want to know the reality of the VO world and what it takes to succeed don't hesitate to take advantage of Martha's expertise. read more

Absolutely love this place! Gary is so great. As I am totally new to the world of voiceover, Gary has been helpful and giving with directives. He sends your VoiceOver straight to your agent after recording so there is no question on how to submit or getting it in the correct file type. Love TalkShop! read more

I took an introductory voiceover course about a year ago and had a lot of fun! The class was small - myself and five others - and so we got a lot of individual attention from our instructor, Gary. He is such a nice guy, very funny, very encouraging, very smart, and totally unpretentious. You record your voiceovers in a real studio, and afterward he saves the files so that you have them forever in case you want to build a reel. Whether you're considering getting serious about voice acting, or you're just curious about the art form of voiceovers and want to dangle your feet in the shallow end (like me) Voiceover LA is a great place to go. I'm not even seriously considering a career in voiceover, and I still had great fun doing it. read more

If I could give these guys 10 stars I would! I had a last minute voice audition for a new animated series so I wanted my submission to be as professional as possible. A voice actor friend of mine referred me to Gary at TalkShop and I'm so grateful! I'm not very experienced with voice auditions and Gary helped me out so much! My agent was thrilled with my tape. They are reasonably priced and very professional. I will be using them for all my future v/o auditions! read more

I am a working VO artist because of Talkshop LA. Three years ago, I took my very first voiceover class at Talkshop and felt immediately at home under Gary's wing - his beginning class was and IS exceptional and structured in such a way that it provides you with the foundations of commercial VO technique and what the next steps are. Martha's intermediate class was also equally as fantastic, and takes things to the next level - what is needed for a successful reel and lots of hands on in the booth experience. Every class I walked away feeling enthused and hopeful that I could actually make a career out of something I loved. Fast forward to today, I made a great reel last fall and I have booked several commercials and a video game all in 6 months. I truly owe it to Gary and Martha - the most supportive team of people I've come across in this industry. They are rockstars. read more

Great studios. Amazing Staff. Whether you are talking a Talk Shop Class, recording a VO session on the fly or need to book an awesome facility, Talk Shop is conveniently located in the heart of the Valley. Martha, Gary and James run a great VO Biz! read more

If I could give less than one star I would. I purchased a gift for a friend's son's birthday - a phone session voice-over lesson. They decided they were not going to ever use it so I contacted the owner about a refund. After many emails and calls they told me they were going to send me a refund they never did, despite many follow-up emails. I live in Kansas now, but used to live in Sherman Oaks. They probably thought I didnt know anyone in LA, probably thought I would not spread the word of their poor service with a review online or with word-of-mouth with friends back in LA! read more

I can't say enough good things about the Talk Shop team! The very first VO audition I ever had was with Gary. He was kind, patient, and helpful then- he still is now. Martha has a wealth of business insight and is genuinely concerned that each of her students learn and grow and that each of her clients get the reads they need. You can't go wrong if you listen to her advice and follow her lead. They are professionals through and through, and they're also people I greatly admire. I have trained with them, hired them, and been hired by them. They have truly helped me find my voice as an artist, and I literally send anyone who wants to learn about VO to them. read more

This place is AWESOME!!! From the great people, to the fabulous classes, to the personal hands on demo production, this place is the BEST!. If you take classes here albeit privates or group, you will be gettting a major leg up on the competiton. The place also has a fun cool vibe to record your projects. If I had my way I would give them ten stars!!! read more

I started working with Talk Shop about a year ago at the suggestion of a friend in VO. What a great decision! Martha and Gary are not only great teachers, building your confidence and pinpointing the detailed adjustments needed in your reads, but they are also incredibly supportive. I started taking VO classes with them and just had them record my commercial demo - and it's a demo I think will work for me for a LONG time. They helped me build on my strengths as well as my weaknesses, and we always have an open and honest discussion about what needs work and what's good to go. It's no wonder they're so good - they've worked together in the VO business for years, producing, casting, booth directing - you name it. They can really do it all. And they know everyone in the industry, too - so they can also provide great referrals as you move forward in your career. Martha and Gary, I love you and I wouldn't be where I am today without your sage advice and terrific encouragement! Go, team Talk Shop! read more