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Welcome to The Susan Giosa Acting Workshop | Acting Classes in West Los Angeles
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AUTUMN REESER
"Susan Giosa understands the depth of the human spirit. She teaches you to tap into that part of yourself that is deepest and most personal and use it to enrich your art. Susan taught me how to take risks, both emotionally and physically and it completely changed the level of my work. When I see "She cries" in an audition scene I am no longer intimidated because I know Susan's techniques work. The quality of the dramatic work you see in Susan's class is unparelleled and is, quite simply, extraordinary."
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Credits since studying with Susan Giosa:
(Most Recent Credits on IMDb)
Entourage
Raising the Bar
Valentine
Pushing Daisies
The American Mall (film)
Lost Boys (film)
Nature the Beast (TV)
Ghost Whisperer
Palo Alto (film)
The OC (regular)
Cold Case (guest-star)
CSI (guest-star)
Complete Savages (recurring)
The Girl Next Door(film)
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JOEL LAMBERT
Working with Susan in her classes and also private coaching has taken my career to a new level, both as an artist and in the business. My callbacks and bookings have greatly increased. Embracing her techniques has quite literally changed my life, and consequently, my acting. She has the ability to speak deeply, and sometimes bluntly, but it's always beneficial. Working with Susan is not for the faint of heart, it will take courage and desire, but the rewards are great. If you are truly committed to being an artist, I cannot recommend Sue's techniques highly enough.
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Credits since studying with Susan Giosa:
Plane Crash (Curiosity on Discovery)
Transformers:Revenge of the Fallen
Mad Men
The Closer
Hot In Cleveland
Days of our Lives
The Tonight Show wJay Leno (multiple skits)
Tuhon (film in developement-John Cameron)
Crisis Averted (pilot -TRUtv) Lead
National Nissan commercial (Zee Film) Lead
The Storm (TV movie -NBC) Co-star
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ANNIE MONROE
"Susan helped me to find the path to healing as an artist. The class pushes students to empower themselves, a power that you can only receive when you begin to face who you are, what you want to be, your past, and your dreams. It's about owning yourself and your abilities and then having the passion to always continue to take your artistry further. Her beliefs and insight have been a blessing."
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Credits since studying with Susan Giosa:
Southland (TNT/recurring)
House of Lies ( Showtime/Guest-star)
Credits before studying with Susan:
Member of the band The Like
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KEVIN SHERIDAN
"What sets Susan apart from other teachers is that she does not disconnect the artist from the person but views both as intrinsically interconnected. She inspires her students to be fearless in their choices while adhering to the inherent truth of every moment. More importantly, Susan has an infectious passion for the art and an authentic devotion to all her students."
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Credits since studying with Susan Giosa:
Rizzoli & Isles
Castle
Criminal Minds
Leaving Barstow ( film) writer / producer / actor
The Closer
Justice (recurring)
Veronica Mars (recurring)
Boston Public (recurring)
Prior Credits:
American Dreams (recurring)
Judging Amy (guest-star)
Soulman (regular)
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JANELLE MARRA
(AKA JANELLE GIUMARRA)
"I have studied at numerous studios in Los Angeles, and never have I felt such dramatic growth in such a short time. The greatest strides for me have come from gaining the abilty to connect emotionally to my work - from a truly deep and personal place. Not only is Susan an excellent coach but she is also in tune with the industry. She truly cares about the careers of each and every one of her students."
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Credits since studying with Susan Giosa:
The Big Bang Theory
Southland
2 Broke Girls
Tales of an Ancient Empire (film) Rajan
Fuel (film)
Moonlight (guest-star)
Eli (film)
ER (guest-star)
Dirt (recurring)
Charmed (guest-star)
CSI (co-star)
The Shield
Scrubs (recurring)
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MIKAL VEGA
"The Susan Giosa acting workshop has been a phenomenal resource for getting in touch with my emotional core. Susan's unique approach to acting brings about a profound understanding of one's individual psyche and what holds actors back from their true potential, the fear of judgement. Susan is as passionate about acting as she is about the actors career which, for me, as a retired Navy Seal became readily apparent as early as the class audit. She listened intently to what my desires were as an actor. I highly recommend this class for anyone looking to expand their emotional threshold and utilize the whole of their instrument."
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Credits since studying with Susan Giosa:
The Last Ship (TV movie/pilot)
G.I. Joe: Retaliation ( stunt performer)
Previous Credits:
Chuck (TV)
2011 Transformers: Dark of the Moon
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SASCHA ALEXANDER
"I never knew how much I could feel, imagine, or create until I studied with Sue. Her emotional techniques are so unique, and so profound, that they have opened up whole different sides of my acting and of myself. I discovered what it meant to truly live in the emotional stakes of my characters and play roles that I never would have known how to play before. Thanks to my time at the studio, I know myself as an artist and as a human being in a fuller and clearer way. I spent years in other acting classes not knowing what was missing until I found Sue."
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Credits since studying with Susan Giosa:
Blue Movies - lead/award-winning webseries
Loudspeaker - original solo piece/Critic's Pick
4 Commercials (2 National)
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TOM BRESNAHAN
"I first met Susan when we studied together in Larry Moss's advanced acting class. I knew her as an extremely talented actress who worked all the time. As a teacher I find her insights and understanding of the craft invaluable. Her class is similar in style and quality to Larry's. She stays true to his approach to the work while expanding on it by adding her own unique techniques developed from her personal experiences as a working actress."
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Credits since studying with Susan Giosa:
Charlotta-TS
All I Want for Christmas (tv)
Crossing Jordan (recurring)
Justice (guest star)
Freddie (recurring)
Overthere (guest star)
CSI: NY (guest star)
*Producer credits available on IMDB
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JENNIFER ALDEN
"Susan Giosa's passion for the craft, personal care for her students and commitment to excellence are unparallel in Los Angeles. Her singular ability to teach us to explore ourselves and personalize our work has truly transformed me both as a person and an actress. I didn't start booking work until taking Susan's class."
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Credits since studying with Susan Giosa: (Most Recent Credits on IMDb)
Wizards of Waverly Place - the Movie
Convincing Clooney Amanda
Surrogates Landlady
Wizards of Waverly Place: The Movie (TV) .... Giselle
Knuckle Draggers(film)
Rules of Engagement (guest -star)
Fall Down Dead (film)
The Wedding Crashers (film)
Meet the Family (film)
Quintuplets (recurring)
According To Jim (guest star)
Blind Dating (film)
That 70's Show (recurring)
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LOUIE ALEGRIA
"Susan's class teaches serious craft. However, by utilizing the skills she teaches and applying them to the commercial world, I've booked 7 National commercials in less than two months. Susan loves to teach and loves her students. I am grateful for her generousity and compassion. Her class has changed my life, both professionally and personally.
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Credits since studying with Susan Giosa:
Grey's Anatomy (TV)
Prime Suspect (TV)
Three Rivers (recurring)
Three Rivers (recurring)
Monk (co-star)
Sweet Valley High (co-star)
Partial List for commercials:
Chevy Silverado (commercial)
Bally Total Fitness (commercial)
Hummer (national commercial)
Cingular (national commercial)
Charter Communications (national commercial)
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STEPHANIE BAST
"After 15 years of training in NYC, I found what I was looking for in LA with Susan. It is more than scene-study; it is life-study. Susan spotted 2 major limitations I had within minutes of meeting me and she was dead on.Through her exercises and care for me as a person and student, I have advanced to a level I never knew possible in such a short amount of time. I am the confident actress I deserve to be and becoming the person in life I choose to be."
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Credits since studying with Susan Giosa:
Bunheads (TV)
Numbe3rs (TV)
No Ordinary Family (TV)
Walmart (commercial)
Toyota (commercial)
Prior credits:
Numbers
The Jury
Law and Order
Nine - Broadway
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ROBIN RAY ELLER
"I came to Susan Giosa's workshop because I had what I felt I were "holes" in my acting. With Susan's help, I've learned to reach beyond my comfort zone as an actress by embracing my strengths and having the courage to journey to the unknown. Susan's emotional warm-up has taught me to use my life experiences when exploring the essence of characters and maintan a simple truth to my acting while telling a story. Whether it's drama or comedy, Susan is capable of breaking down a script in great detail. Her script analysis has been invaluable. "
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Credits since studying with Susan Giosa:
The Young and the Restless (Principle)
Towne Street Theatre 2nd Play Festival (lead)
Getting Along Famously (Broadway/Studio Recording)
Bernie Mac Show (co-star)
Prior Credits:
General Hospital
Ragtime (LA Company)
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JULIE WARNOCK
"I joined Susan's class as an improv, comedy actor. Through Susan's technique I learned how to invest emotional life into my characters and discovered a whole new level of comedy that I didn't know existed."
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Credits since studying with Susan Giosa:
Ford National Commercial
George Lucas Strikes Back (short)
Slick Gigolo Sketch Comedy
Celebrities Anonymous (2009) (TV)
Showered and Ready Sketch Comedy-Actor/Writer/Producer
Fries on the Side Sketch Comedy-Cast /Writer (Chicago Sketch Festival)
AB3 Comedy Improv Group 3 years
Fluffy Bunnies in Fields of Daisies (Yvonne)
Groundlings)
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CHRISTINA HOWARD
"I love this class because it puts me back in touch with my deepest emotional and psychological demons, which enables me to be a healthy, dynamic, and exciting actor. Susan Giosa does not allow you to be mediocre. She pushes you relentlessly and enthusiastically, and the results are mind-blowing. I could not have the confidence and technical ability I now have without being in this class."
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Credits since studying with Susan Giosa:
The Cobbler's Daughter (film) Flapper
Macbeth (The Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum)
Bram Stocker's Dracula (The Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum)
The Tempest (Play)
Midsummer Night's Dream (Play)
Summerland (co-star)
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CYNTHIA ROTHSCHILD
"Susan's acting technique has affected every aspect of my life and given me the confidence to pursue my dream. She has tremendous insight and has a no holds bared attitude that allows you to find an emotional depth that goes to your core self. Connecting to your body and working from truth is the result of Susan's guidance."
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Credits since studying with Susan Giosa:
The Apprentice (Season Finale 2007)
The Constant Wife (Connie)
Twightlight of the Golds (lead)
Picnic (Irma)
Baby (Arlene)
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KRISTIEN HAMILTON
"It overwhelms me to have to articulate exactly how amazing Susan is as a coach and teacher. Always the consummate artist, Susan's humility about herself, her talent, and her knowledge creates an atmosphere of safety, trust, encouragement and love. In a city where few people care about the craft of acting Susan is a compassionate, powerful, truthful inspiring diamond in the rough!"
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Credits since studying with Susan Giosa:
Untold Stories from the ER (guest-star)
Nickelodeon National Promo
Disney National Promo
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