This... *woman* is, at best, a hack. She is unprofessional (never shows up to meetings prepared, doesn't remember key information, is always flustered and frustrated, rifling through her piles of papers during meetings wasting everyone else's time). She is rude (she loves singling out people and speaking down to them with her brown-toothed sneer on her evil face). She loves the sound of her voice (drones on and on and on about off-topic things subjecting everyone to her pointless drivel, while impatiently interrupting and cutting off others). She will never teach or provide anyone anything of value, contrary to her claims. She will scam you out of your hard-earned money to keep her scam going. She gets reviews higher than 2 stars from people who think that she'll actually help them all get/not get work. Do not waste your time or money on this bitter, horrible, nasty SCAMMER. read more

Had a great experience in Terry's Zoom Commercial Workshop. I found commercial auditions fairly confusing and painful before the workshop, but now I feel a lot more confident in what I'm doing and actually enjoy the process. Terry is fun and supportive and there's gave us a lot of good technical information. Been put on avail twice times since I took the class! read more

I signed up for Terry's Commercial Acting Workshop having no idea what to expect. This was my first virtual Zoom class as I was a bit hesitant and reluctant how hands on/effective any virtual class would be. Boy was I wrong! Since taking Terry's Commercial Acting Workshop I can whole heartedly say Terry's class is one of the best I have enrolled with. I have taken many commercial classes (Pre-COVID), but Terry's approach was completely different in the best way possible. Terry not only teaches you foundational skills vital to the commercial audition process, but she helps you find your own unique way in presenting yourself. Each week you are given materials to present and each week students learn more about themselves and how to uniquely shine with other actors in a completely safe and supportive environment. To some, commercials seem like you just "look good and act natural." Terry helps you find your unique connection to any material to help bring your commercial spot to life. The result is a showcase of who you really are as a person which shines in your auditions. Since taking her class, I feel more confident and ready for virtual self tapes than ever before. I've learned to trust myself, have fun, and have signed with my first theatrical agency for theatrical representation. No doubt I used Terry's techniques during my cold read! Terry helped me feel comfortable as myself in front of the camera and not worry about "getting it right." Thank you Terry! read more

I took Terry's Commercial Acting Workshop this year and it was wonderful! It was great learning how to really bring authenticity and specificity to Commercial copy, parallel to how we break down scenes. Her feedback was always so specific and it was great to be able to apply her feedback in real time, and watch the differences at home. The week after ending her class, I used the tools she provided us in class and booked my first SAG-AFTRA Commercial for a National Brand! There's definitely some good stuff here. read more

There are very few people in the world whose sole purpose is to make others succeed; Terry Berland is one of them. She merely uses the vehicle of her richly contented workshops and her role as a keen casting director to live out her life purpose. Therefore, when she gives you feedback - - the good, the bad, and the ugly - - you'll want to soak in her every word. Since taking her commercial workshop, I booked a commercial and signed with a new agency. Trust me when I say that she can bring you success, if only you would let her. -- Junko Cheng, aka #lipsticklady in Taylor Swift's "Delicate" music video read more

I have been auditioning for 10 years with limited success. My agent asked me to take a class with a Casting Agent and Terry was listed as a possible class to take. I have taken six different Commercial Acting classes and Terry's was the best. She has a wonderful structure to help you analyze the audition before you do it. She shows you how to tape a professional looking audition. She analyzes your Casting Network site to upgrade how you appear to other Casting agents. She knows the business from the inside and out. And most important, she gives you commercials to tape, which she reviews each class and gives notes. What makes her excellent is that you have the opportunity to redo the taping right then and there, so you can learn and get muscle memory to help you do betting in future auditions. A Terry Berland Workshop is worth taking. She can't control the crazy business but she can help you do your best. read more

I signed up for Terry's Intermediate/Advanced Voiceover Demo Prep Workshop and let me tell you it was the best thing I did for myself in a long time. I say this because it was through Terry's teaching that I learned to bring colors into my voice while reading of the script in order to bring out my best voice as the words left the page. This was an awesome workshop packed with so much info and training. Definitely improved my auditioning skills. Terry can show you how to really bring out your best self. read more

Terry Berland gives an excellent 6 week class called Acting in commercials. She is very specific and detail oriented in her instruction. The class is fun and everyone works multiple times in each 3 hour session. Terry goes over every aspect of the business from headshots to branding, and getting representation. I signed with an agent in less than a month after this class. Every student showed measurable improvement. I would highly recommend it. read more

Terry is absolutely an amazing coach! Her commercial acting class is so fun, yet challenges you to get out of your comfort zone. She knows all the right techniques and gives the most helpful and direct constructive criticism fit perfectly for you. I really felt like my whole class and I grew from the experience! read more

I feel like a different actor after taking Terry's Commercial Acting Workshops. She taught me how to approach copy in a new, more personal way. She really wants to bring the best out in each of her students, and you can tell that she cares and is invested in our success. I've done both in person classes and online, and you get the same high level of coaching in both. Terry is a great acting teacher and I definitely recommend taking her workshops. read more

After taking Terry Berland's online class last month, I can honestly suggest this wasn't worth the money. I've taken a few courses from different people and this one had some serious issues. If you live in Los Angeles or New York City, you will immediately recognize this class is full of out of town people who take much of her time. The virus has changed things and she might be a casting director back in the day, but at this point, in my opinion, her information doesn't always match well to what is needed for really getting a job as a commercial actor in today's world. Like right now... Out of CA folks can't necessarily tell the information is sometimes dated because they won't actually be auditioning right away. If you live and work in Hollywood (or NYC) you might immediately recognize things that are not what is being suggested elsewhere - like how she suggests to slate, her directions on scripts, how her activities just jump around without purpose of types of commercials, etc. The info doesn't always connect with today's environment so you go in to an audition thinking one thing and sometimes it's actually something entirely different or sometimes not applicable at all. So disappointing! The biggest issue I had with this class is she didn't offer what I have found in other classes: a safe space to perform. I felt uncomfortable because she was pretty clear that she disliked several students at the beginning and she made comments to them critically in what seemed to be every class. I just dreaded hearing their names called. It was awful to watch, even if they did ok, and made it uncomfortable for me to be called. She is hard on everyone as after all, she is a casting director, but it was obvious she just really didn't like them. And of course, at the end Terry asks everyone to post their review online. She is always looking for more students. Before you decide on this course, go over to the 'Tube and search Commercial acting classes within the past 3 months. Then after watching all that, consider a class. Maybe Terry is your person. If you live out of LA, this class is a dip your toes in the water introduction and probably perfect for you. If you live in Hollywood, it's not going to offer much in your pursuit to find commercial work. In fact, in my opinion, it doesn't offer much of anything at all. read more

Returning to acting after 12 years off was daunting. I was seriously rusty. Had past theatrical education but no commercial training at all. Heard good things about Terry Berland and decided to sign up for her 6 week on-camera commercial acing class. I learned so much! The classes are small, 10 students, and everyone gets plenty of opportunities to practice. Terry has an impeccable ability to discern an actor's strengths and weaknesses and point them out clearly and directly, in a firm but positive way. She was great at guiding us to build on what was working and correct what wasn't. Everyone in the class grew by leaps and bounds in the span of 6 weeks. The cherry for me was getting signed by the agent she invited to attend the final class! I started getting avails and bookings right away and my career has taken off. Highly recommend her! read more

Terry has the best teaching classes!! Honest sincerely cares about your needs! I enjoyed her commercial class and look forward to more!!

Terry Berland's commercial workshop is the real deal, and after finishing this course, I signed with an amazing commercial agent! This is not a class where you will just learn some general commercial acting theory. Instead, you will actually gain the practical knowledge, skills, and techniques that are absolutely necessary when auditioning for commercials, and you are learning them from someone who knows the business, because Terry leads one of the busiest and most respected commercial casting offices in town. This class provided an environment where I felt capable to reach beyond my comfort zone, and was able to really develop my commercial acting skills. There was a lot of trust in that room, and Terry is not afraid to set you straight where you are going wrong, just as well as encourage you when you are getting it right. The best part is that, unlike other commercial training, this course emphasizes the importance and necessity of discovering what makes you uniquely YOU, so that you can be that person in the casting room. At the peril of sounding a little cheesy, I can confidently say that I left this class with a better understanding of myself and how to show that unique personality to the camera, which is something that I can never unlearn, and is far better than trying to remember lessons or techniques in that nervous moment when they turn on the camera. read more

Terry Berland... what can i say? Thank you, Thank you, Thank you! After taking your commercial workshop class "audition to win" I was signed with an amazing agent for commercial and theatrical representation. Your amazing class not only prepared me for agent night, but it also took the "Boogie Man" out of auditioning. I'm already seeing major success. XO read more

Terry Berland Workshops - Talent Agencies Near Me

Just took Terry's On-Camera Commercial Auditioning Workshop and it was awesome! She really took the time to break down scripts and show you everything you should be looking for to have moments to shine! It was extremely informative and I felt myself getting better and more comfortable in front of the camera each class. On top of that Terry is really fun and helpful and brought out the best in each of us in the class right away. Will definitely be recommending to fellow actors! read more

Terry's workshop is a must for any actor looking to work in commercials . She really gets you to open up in a positive way in front of the camera. Her workshop helped me get signed to a new agency. So if you want to "kill it" your future auditions you'll sign up for this workshop. read more

I took Terry's 6 Week Commercial Acting Technique Workshop and I absolutely LOVED it! Terry has such an impressive way of working with actors at every stage in their career. This was my first on-camera technique class and some of my classmates were on-camera veterans, we all came away with incredible insight regarding on-camera technique and especially how we should be branding ourselves for success. I have recommended Terry to everyone who has expressed interest in On-Camera Commercials... and even those who haven't because it is a MUST TAKE class! Thank you Terry! read more

I took Terry's class under my stage name after my spouse did. I like Terry, but you should know she can be a little unfocused at times. Know too that some of the agents at her showcases are regulars at workshops, perpetually collecting fees. You don't want an agent that does a lot of workshops. That being said, there's lots of good info. read more

Solid class. This class is truly designed to help the actor succeed. It was the opportunity of a lifetime getting to interview the agents and pick their brains, so to speak. An intimate and supportive environment with your fellow actors. At six weeks, and a gap week, the class did seem to drag on a little bit. By the time it was over we had all bonded; it was an enjoyable experience. Terry helped me to remember why I love acting and knows what to do to bring out your fun performer's side. Although it is open to all levels, I feel that true beginners will get the most out of it. They showed the most growth, in my opinion, and received the most constructive feedback. It can be a very helpful class too if you are at the stage where you are ready for an agent. I feel that Terry went out of her way to let us know that she does things by the book and that her class is not a "pay to play" or a scam whatsoever. As an actor, you can appreciate that. You will get value for your money's worth. read more

Loved this class! Terry is helpful, kind, sweet and VERY good at what she does. If you are an actor and you are looking to book commercials.. Terry Berland`s Commercial casting class is a MUST!!! PS. She recently moved to Castaway Studios on 8899 Beverly Blvd.. read more

Terry Berland's "Audition to Win," filled me with confidence and landed me a commercial agent. Her technique is straight forward and easy to grasp. She is helpful, encouraging and kind. I learned how to walk into an audition with ease instead of terror. I saw immediate results. She has an amazing ability to work with seasoned actors and newbies in the same class and not make it intimidating. It was so much fun I could hardly stand waiting an entire week from one class to the next. Thank you, Terry! read more

Terry is such a great and honest teacher. She knows what she's talking about and isn't filling your head with fluff. Taking this 4 week workshop was great! I recommend to all commercial actors. read more

Terry Berland is not only an excellent teacher, but one who truly cares about the success of each and every one of her students. I took her class shortly after arriving in Los Angeles three years ago, and have maintained a wonderful professional relationship with her to this day! The 6-week course has given me the tools to succeed in nailing commercial auditions and performances, and her periodic Free Agent Night has helped me meet up with some great commercial agents. I just signed with my current agent, whom I met there last month! I highly recommend this class for any actor looking to up their commercial game. It's one of the best things I've done for my career to date. read more

I learned a whole lot in Terry's class and I really liked her a lot. I felt like it was a safe environment in which to grow which is exactly what I needed. Subsequent to being in her class, she also called me in for 2 theatrical auditions which was great. I recommend Terry's class! read more

Terry was great! She made sure every week that she continued to get me more comfortable in front of the camera. She was very honest, and that helped me really figure out how I was holding myself back by overthinking. By the end of the six weeks, it was great to hear that I was finally cracking through my shell, and having fun! read more

Terry's workshop has taken me to the next level in my understanding of audition techniques. How to breakdown commercial and deliver it with my own unique personality and style has been an eye opening experience. Terry's teaching style is clear and delivered with a sense of true concern for each Actor's creative growth. Thank you Terry for the positive difference you have made in my career! read more

Terry Berland on-camera workshop gave me the extra insight I was missing in my auditions. During her six week workshop, I booked three jobs, including my first union commercial, and landed a fantastic agent. I can't thank her enough. read more

I took Terry's Commercial workshop and it was great. I am brand new to this Industry and her class didn't intimidate me at all. She takes her time with each student to get them to open up and discover who you are. I learned so much in six weeks that I am not nervous to go out for a commercial audition anymore. The class size is small enough for you to get a lot of personal attention which made a big difference. She goes out of her way to make sure you "get it" and you can see the growth in each student as the class progresses. We have new scripts each week and get to audition in front of a camera just like a regular commercial audition. She will redirect you if she see's something that you need to do or not do, and lets you audition again. The class is a lot of fun! I highly recommend her class! read more

Terry Berland's Commercial Acting Workshop really helped me to think outside the box. I'm no longer feeling confined and limited when the sides for an audition only have 2 lines. Her teaching really helps you expand your range and create a textured performance in only a 15 second read. She really knows her stuff. I can't recommend her enough to all my friends! read more

After taking my course with Terry Berland I figured out how amazing her Commercial Acting course is. I learned so many things such as the difference between theatrical acting, commercial acting, and sit-com acting. Terry explains to you everything in a such visually appealing way. She teaches you which emotional hill you should climb and at what moment. All hands on training. She tames your talent by pointing at your weak points and fixing them. She also helps you find your own voice, your essence, what makes you unique as a human being and as an actor on all bases commercially and theatrically. When you get to discover the beautiful human and the experienced industry lady within Terry, you will understand where I'm coming from. She takes you in a journey to a real commercial life scenario and shows you a step by step how to make a stand and how to look as much unique and interesting as possible in a room full of so many actors all coming for the same target. I can't believe how much I learned in just six weeks. It excites me how every and each single note I took during this course really plays an intrinsic part in my performance and boosts my chances in booking roles after auditioning. She doesn't change you, she doesn't imposes a certain character or look on you; but she polishes you, she nurtures the artist and the actor within you. At the end of her course we had a showcase session to one of the big talent agencies in LA, and guess what? I was contacted by them for a meeting to discuss potential representation. I can't wait to start my voice over course with her :) Terry, I love you! You're a woman full of knowledge, experience, and integrity. read more

Terry Berland completely changed how I prepare for commercial auditions. She's a wonderful teacher who creates a fun, supportive atmosphere which enables everyone to do their best. Each week I gained more confidence as she gave specific adjustments, tips and encouragement to all of us. I was able to sign with a fantastic commercial agency thanks to you,Terry! read more

Terry Berland's 6 Week Commercial Acting Technique Workshop is wonderful! Terry really took the fear out of auditioning! After 3 years away from the industry, Terry's class was a great intro back into the biz! Terry is honest, knowledgeable, and offers a technique that makes sense! Terry hosts an agency showcase at the end of the 6 week course.....I am now represented by a fabulous commercial agent! I would recommend Terry's workshop to anyone looking to work in commercials! read more