We accompanied a friend of ours here for an open house as they are registering to go to school…read morehere. This was quite different from any school I've dealt with before but because of what they teach it's actually an excellent venue. They have multiple parts to their building, including a small theater where they put on performances. We were here for a couple of hours while the one cofounder talked us through everything the school does. We got a full tour and quite the education on how things will work. We also got to introduce to several of the existing students who came to help answer questions from the potential students and their guests. I can definitely see where pretty much anyone could benefit from going to school here.

I recently attended Truthful Acting's Meisner Master classes and loved it. I'm 50 and new to the…read morearea so wanted to meet people and build a network of like minded creative friends. I didn't expect it to change my entire thinking on humans, emotions and life in general- and all for the better! I had been acting for years, but always felt a little wobbly in my process and authenticity- Marco and Robb helped me transform my ways and I feel like I can deliver more substantive performances now. Plus, I have started booking roles other than just commercials! The curriculum is well-structured, thoughtful and challenging. The instructors are incredibly knowledgeable and supportive, offering clear explanations and helpful strategies to approaching roles using the Meisner technique. One of the most valuable aspects of the course of course is meeting the other students and finding a safe inclusive environment. Encouragement to be ourselves, commitment to being present helps even the shyest among us shine. Positive immediate feedback helps us progress while homework and serious study leads to success. This is not a passive education- this is a hands on, what you put in is what you get out type conservatory, In addition to Meisner acting, the school provides useful resources and information like job boards, how to audition, write a resume, headshots, find an agent and more. Marco and Robb and Sam are the most gracious and open people so no question is denied. I am looking forward to continuing my studies with Truthful as the courses are always progressing with changes in the industry. Do yourself a favor and attend an open house at least and feel the welcome. I bet you will meet alumni and current student who show up just to hang out- because Truthful is their home away from home- where we feel our true selves.

There are some amazing things about this theatre space…read more I love the way the doors can slide open so on nice Orlando nights it's like an open air entrance. I love how beautiful the stairwell is going up to two. I love how much they have expanded their food and beverage line up over the years. The sound tends to be pretty good, the communication from the theatre is always amazing. They waive fees if you come to the box office to buy your tickets. The seats are comfy and almost every seat has a solid view. The box seats are the exception so be warned. The volunteers are always amazing and they are so nice. It would be cool if they opened a second location that served coffee because that line for espresso beverages is always really long. I love the breadth of show types. There's always something for everyone.

Swan Lake October 2025…read more This is one of those performances that stays with you long after the curtain comes down. I saw Swan Lake back in October 2025, and somehow I'm only just now sitting down to write about it.... I apologize for not getting this review out sooner. The last time I had seen this ballet... I was in my twenties, which feels like another lifetime ago. Swan Lake sits right up there with The Nutcracker in terms of recognition. You grow up knowing it, even if you've never actually seen it live. As a little girl, it lives in your imagination. The costumes, the movement, the elegance, and that quiet belief that maybe one day you could be that dancer. For a lot of people, that dream gets planted early and never fully leaves. Walking into this performance, I felt that history. Not just personal, but cultural. Swan Lake carries weight because it's about illusion versus truth, about wanting something you can't quite have and mistaking appearances for reality. Tension is built into every movement. Swan Lake is not the same experience as The Nutcracker. The Nutcracker is festive and structured more like a showcase. Swan Lake is continuous, demanding, and far more intense. The lead roles require stamina, precision, and emotional control from start to finish, and the corps de ballet has to move in perfect synchronization with no room for error. It really is the Olympics of ballet. This performance delivered. It was polished, immersive, and held my attention the entire time. I found myself watching not just the choreography, but the control, the discipline, and the way each dancer carried themselves on stage. One dancer in particular stood out to me, Bernardo Betancor. He was exactly what you imagine when you think of a leading male ballerina. He carried a statuesque presence on stage and was, without question, easy on the eyes. More than that, he had command. The kind that makes your eyes go back to him whether you mean to or not. I'm glad I finally made it back to Swan Lake after all these years, and even more glad I didn't miss this one. Huge thanks to Ronnald M. for pulling me into this night, because let's be honest... this is not exactly a bad way to spend an evening.

CFC Arts is such an incredible organization! To see people with all different levels of experience…read morewith instruments come together and perform as a synchronized orchestra was amazing! I went to their concert because my friend was performing so of course I had to show my support, but the entire performance was so enjoyable and I'd heard so many different renditions of holiday music! I look forward to attending other shows in the future and supporting this organization!

Small, but quaint community theater. Great way to support the arts! Looking forward to attending…read morefuture performances.

If you've got a drama King or Queen in the family, Summer Drama Camp is for you!…read moreI did SDC every summer from the age of 5 to 18, and they were my all-time favorite weeks of the year. Kids not only get to explore the creative side, but they'll make lifelong friends along the way. Ms. Lynda will challenge her students to rise above any fears or uncertainty they might have to reach their highest potentially both with their peers and on the stage. If I could give this organization more stars, I would. Your kids will thank you for signing them up for this.

From the owner: Summer Drama Camp has been providing musical theatre, film, acting, production and career…read morecoaching to kids ages 7-17 since 1996. Our professional spin on the arts and life as an artist prepares campers for speciality schools, professional media, arts appreciation and theatre careers. Mix that with good ole fashioned camp fun and you have Summer Drama Camp

Loved Shauna's CAST class, for commercial acting. It was over Zoom this year, but I still think it…read morewas worth it. It was filled with tips, tricks, and just a fun time! I can say I have the confidence to go out and try to start booking now! At the end of the class, Shauna helps you find an agent and does a taping for you, which is great. She has been in the industry for a long time and knows everything about it! Its great to have a local and genuine teacher, not one of those scam places you hear advertising on the radio lol! Take the class if this is something that interests you and you will not regret it!

I'm a graduate of both core classes of Cast Studio Orlando. I highly recommend each one…read more As a relative beginner, CAST took me step by step, week by week, into what it takes to be CAST in commercials. This class prepares you to walk (or ZOOM!) into any audition feeling confident in your knowledge of the protocols, etiquette and expectations... no matter if you're required to "just react", eat on camera, actually speak - or possibly all 3! You learn that you may be CAST solely on your look, your age range or a host of other things that have very little to do with actual talent. Your professionalism, or lack thereof, can really stand out in the CASTing process. ACT exposes you to the process of developing your ACTing skills. You'll learn how to examine a script, develop a character and bring LIFE to a scene. Numerous class exercises demonstrate how your internal work and reACTions result in different outcomes, connections & moments on camera. A few things, I specifically appreciate: - Shauna was and IS a booking/working actor. - You see "on-camera" feedback ~every class. - Shauna is well prepared & starts class on time. (Believe it or not, it's an issue @other schools) - Although very interactive, she respects your investment & maintains control of the class. - She has endless antidotes to share and is humble enough to include her own "teachable moments" along with her success stories. Last, but not least, Shauna is well respected among area casting directors and agents, as well as other actors. As a result of her sharing video of our final class assignment AND my efforts to follow up - TWO agents asked to meet with me AND offered to sign me. Of course, no class or coach can guarantee any level of success for you... but I am proud to say, as someone who got a VERY late start, I am officially a working actor with an agent who believes in me... AND I continue to work with Shauna as an audition coach/videographer. Shauna delights in seeing her students grow & succeed... not only because of who we are... but because of who SHE is.

I sat in the class and watched while my friend, his wife, and their 5 year old daughter…read moreparticipated in this drama class. Most of the kids there were aged from about 3 yrs to 8 years old. It's a small class of about 13 kids. The instructor is very high energy, like she was not only in plays in school, but also a cheerleader. The teacher would set up a story and then show the kids how to use their body language and voices in that stories setting. She kept it very fun, lighthearted, and entertaining for everyone. For example she would say something like; how do you react if you walked in the kitchen and saw the pet dog had made a mess with the trash which is now all over the floor. And they would reply back some like like, "Oh no!" And the teach would have them verbally say it very loud, and use their hands, arms, and body movement to also express that type of emotion from the kids. I think the classes are about 3 times per week, and about 1 hour each session, and they are held normally about 4pm or 5pm. The teacher also has another adult assistant there to help the kids learn the art of acting. The teacher also has the parents get involved and assist their kids was needed. So the whole family has a fun, silly time learning drama. Part of the class the parents are not needed, so most of them go next door to the bar and eat some snacks or get a drink while they're waiting on the class to end. This seems like a very nice class for young kids to take.

We love Drama Kids! My daughter has wonderful confidence and she has improved greatly with her…read morespeaking skills. My daughters speech therapist said she can tell she's doing something because of the improvement seen! Thank you!

The studio is like a second home, everyone is so caring and they welcome you with open arm's. they…read moreare so supportive of who you are and want to be, Its an amazing place to learn.

Wish I could give them 10 stars, they are absolutely phenomenal. The end of season performance…read moreschedules are remarkably flexible. The culture is one of kindness, inclusivity, creativity and fun all while learning a craft. I have been nothing but impressed with The Acting Studio and highly recommend for any family with members interested in acting!

Clermont Performing Arts Center is located off of Highway 27. The building is beautiful and the…read moreparking lot is large. My husband and I stumbled across this venue by chance and the same day stopped in to see a show. We saw a Saturday afternoon show of The Pirates of Penzance. It started at 4pm and although we arrived at 4:05pm there was no problem getting tickets and quickly seated. The show cost only $30.00 per person and after seeing the performance I belIeve that it was way under valued. The performers were amazing and their costumes were beautiful. There was a seventeen piece orchestra playing along with a cast of twenty three. Now that I know that it is here I will be visiting the Clermont Performing Arts Center often. They have several exciting shows coming up.

At the ELO concert. It would be more enjoyable if it weren't so loud and didn't have spotlights…read moreshining in your eyes all the time

Last night I stepped into the Winter Park Playhouse for Honky Tonk Angels, and it felt like opening…read morenight on Broadway, transported to Central Florida. The evening shimmered with energy--a perfect overture to the season. From the first note to the final bow, the cast carried us on a journey that pulsed with rhythm, harmony, and heart. Their voices soared, their timing danced, and their presence filled the stage with a brilliance that could rival any marquee in New York or London. Theatre, at its best, is a living symphony--dialogue weaving into song, song flowing into story--and this production captured that cadence flawlessly. As the curtain fell, I was struck by the artistry that thrives here in our own backyard. Having lived in Dubai, Las Vegas, London, and New York, I know the grandeur of global stages. Yet nowhere have I found such a steady stream of performances, each one crafted with care, directed with vision, and performed with soul, as I do here in the world's vacation capital. Heather Alexander and Roy Alan, the founders, discovered a rare niche: a theatre that doesn't rely on spectacle or technology, but on the timeless power of human talent. While Dr. Phillips Center dazzles with scale, the Winter Park Playhouse enchants with intimacy--family spirit, authenticity, and artistry that stands the test of time. This was more than entertainment; it was a celebration of craft, community, and pure theatrical joy. Honky Tonk Angels is a salute to the season and a reminder that the greatest value in Central Florida theatre lies not in spectacle, but in the artistry of performers who give themselves fully to the stage. Don't miss this production--it's a standing ovation waiting to happen.

Here with my Red Hat Society Ladies to see Wreck the Halls, a Christmas themed play. I didn't know…read morethere was a theater here so I'm pleasantly surprised. It's a short walk from several restaurants and bars so you can park in one of the large parking lots. I loved the sitting area in the lobby. Intimate seating behind large picture windows. There is a concession stand with wine available. As a matter of fact, you can pre-order a drink to pick up at intermission. So cool. I'm looking forward to returning in January for the next play.

What a great little theatre! If you wanna feel like you are watching from within the show no matter…read morewhere you sit this is the place to go for a show. Plus all of the staff are super nice and helpful, the location is super clean and elegant. They have a small table for refreshments and snacks, plus a bigger bar area with some seating for even more refreshments and snacks to pre-game in the pre-show. The show we saw Fat Ham was excellent and honestly one of the best written and acted shows I've seen in a long time. Definitely grab a show here!

We went to Orlando Shakes for our annual visit to see A Christmas Carol, and it was fantastic. It's…read morealways a holiday favorite, but this year we especially loved it because they changed things up a bit--it kept us excited to see what was coming next and made the story feel fresh. The actors and actresses are very talented, and the performance overall was great. Tickets are reasonably priced, which makes it a more affordable option if you love theater but don't want to spend the higher prices at the Dr. Phillips Center. The venue itself is easy to enjoy: there's a private parking lot, a lobby with drinks and snacks, and even a little gift shop to browse before or after the show. All in all, Orlando Shakes delivered a wonderful holiday experience, and we'll definitely keep coming back for A Christmas Carol each year.