I have taken multiple acting classes across New York City and truly none can compare to the…read moreSedgwick Studios scene study course, both in terms of value and quality of education. It is obvious that Rob is invested in the success of each student, he holds all of us to a high standard and challenges us to deeply strengthen our craft. After only five weeks, every student leaves the class a significantly better actor. I am so grateful to have found Sedgwick Studios and to be a part of the enriching community it fosters!

I sincerely enjoyed taking Rob's class because of how detailed and passionate he was in giving…read moreinstruction to each and every student. I was deeply moved by his passion and devotion to develop good actors, which is why I not only enjoyed taking his class but repeating again and again. Whenever my performance was good, he took his time to compliment me with all his heart, and that really helped to build my confidence. Rob also really took his time to give me constructive advice on what I needed to work on, and I did my best each time to implement it in the best way I can. I feel very proud that I was able to improve so much in such a short period of time. I feel I was able to learn what it means to simply perform with joy without any fear or concern of anything. I feel I was able to understand what acting truly means through his class. I can honestly say that meeting and working with Rob truly changed my life. Last but not least, I was so blessed to be surrounded by so many wonderful and supportive classmates, and they created an environment where one can truly enjoy the art of acting.

Joe I felt SCAMMED…read moreout of my money. I was so excited to find her and begin navigating our industry in NY after graduating university. She is promoted at otherwise reputable acting centers in the city, so I thought her 'BOOT CAMP' was legitimate. At first, she's great at getting you excited about career advice (via expensive homework/exercises). Then you realize you're running in circles of ridiculous exercises and hot air that gets you nowhere. She didn't even recognize me at a function after I'd worked with her privately and paid her A LOT of money. I felt like nothing more than a debit card to her. Go somewhere else...there are better people/services in NYC to spend your money for their expertise. SHAME on the people who take advantage of actors. Avoid. Avoid. Avoid.

Peter Pamela Rose is a gift for actors. Her Acting Business Boot Camp gives you the tools to…read morebecome a successful working actor. What acting school often neglects to teach you Peter does. The business side of being a creative person. PPR is an incredibly positive and genuine person who truly cares about her students. The network of people you become a part of is another invaluable tool you gain by becoming a part of the ABBC community. Take her class, work with her, it is life changing.

I absolutely LOVE Play On! My ten year old daughter has…read moredeveloped an infectious love of musical theater that has been passed on to her six year old little brother. At home, they put together the most amazing Broadways shows and we credit that to the love and humor that is part of the instruction and performances at Play On! We have seen our daughter literally grow up at Play On!, from her first after school class at age four to participating on the Saturday musical theater program and numerous one week summer camps. We keep going for more. The teachers are caring, thoughtful, and true champions of all of the children in class. They give their all, always.

We enrolled our 7 year old son Evan into this camp, and he discovered his strong love for musical…read moretheater. Highly recommend!

Loved their classes, staff and campus. No complaints…read moreNo problems No stress Just beautiful instructors that care and teach flawless theater and emotion. Can't beat it.

attended today's free Piano Music at 1p.m. While the playing was superb and selections diverse, the…read morestudents were short-changed by the pathetic program. it offered no biographical info at all about the players (plus not 1 sentence about each composer). afterward, I happen to see one of the students and told him the program cheated them from becoming known. he replied: "yes, i was surprised that we weren't asked for our biographies to be used for the program." Shame on the responsible Juilliard person--irresponsible, unprofessional!

Absolutely loved my visit to the Art House at Astoria! The energy was fantastic, the art was…read morecaptivating, and the overall experience was truly inspiring. Highly recommend checking it out!

Truly a special place, founded by, and staffed with, working artists. Very strong Musical Theatre…read moreprogram and Rock Band. Voice, Tap, Piano, Vocal, Guitar offered. Our daughter has blossomed here, developed strong friendships and it's been wonderful seeing her progress. Bravo Art House!

The school is very heavy on being performance based…read more So much so that I find it problematic for the growth of the students musically. While I understand that, as a parent, your child's performance may be the only evidence that your money is being put to use....I ask the parents this: is it healthy? Is your child really learning music, or just the act of it? I have seen students i.e. customers getting physically sick over the performance aspect of the school's programs, and some simply dropped out due to the pressure. I assume the school's focus on performance is in part driven by the parents, that's why I've chosen to address them in my critique. I, as a student/customer, find the staff/school's performance-directed initiatives to be counter-productive in learning music and unhealthy.

This is the most phenomenal music school I could find for my child. There's a sense of care and…read moreattention that rivals (and exceeds) other programs as far as fun, value, variety, and providing participants a sense of community and accomplishment. I've had family and friends who've attended mid season and end of season shows say it beats some live concerts they been to! Can't wait to see how far my kiddo takes their new love of music

This is genuinely one of the most fun classes I've ever done. There's something so wonderful at…read moreJens ability to bring women from all walks of life together in a space where confidence, creativity and laughter can grow. Would highly recommend to any lady's looking to make new lady pals, who want to push themselves, work on confidence or of course just have some fun.

I found Jen through yelp while I was visiting NY. I was very rusty and had a last minute audition…read morefor a broadway musical and she helped me get prepared and feel confident about going in! Even got a callback! I think she's great, wish she was in LA!

Well, I HAVE attended opera performances in this lovely jewel-box of a theater, both before and…read moreafter their major renovation. The theater is comfortable, beautifully renovated, and intimate (although the acoustics can be tricky if you do auditions there! It's rather dead.). Performances generally are solid, production values are good, and all in all, they usually do a nice job with whatever opera they are producing, and they choose some interesting pieces here and there. Ticket prices have gone up quite a bit over the years -- tickets for the operas will set you back $55 (vs. Met weekend prices: Front Family Circle: $42; Balcony is $80 -- sure you are up high, but it's the MET!). The last opera I attended had a ticket price of $35 .... and I considered that high, as I could go to the Met for less. Still can, obviously.....

I saw the Most Happy Fella at Dicapo, and was very impressed with the production as well as the…read moreTheatre space. What a lovely intimate space for performers and audience members to enjoy! I loved how the actors didn't use microphones and the sound from the orchestra was pure and sweet! I feel like there wasn't a bad seat in the house, and the seats were actually comfortable! Bravo Dicapo! I had such a positive experience attending their performance, that I can only imagine how one of their Operas would look and sound!

Eloïse and her team are amazing!!! This is the second musical theater program my young kids have…read moredone and they absolutely loved it! From a parent's perspective, besides the incredible production they put on, I love how warm and friendly the owner is as well her entire team who inspired these children and enhanced their love of music, dance and theater. I have and will recommend this program to anyone with kids looking for a fun, educational and nurturing theater program in NYC!

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Do not go to this school. Honestly, you'd be better off teaching yourself. There are no lectures;…read moreyou're basically shooting in the dark. Also, the teachers are disrespectful. They speak to people like they're children. Save your money and find an apprenticeship. If you really want to learn and be treated with respect- this not the place for you.

Just get a job as a helper/ apprentice, you'll learn this stuff in the field. It feels like there…read moreis too much to go over in just 5 weeks per segment ( 6 segments total ) I was in H-VAC and the first 3 teachers weren't even good. Segment 2 and 3 teachers had attitude problems and loved being smart asses while the first one was a nice man but half of what he taught the other teachers said isn't even needed information. You're basically paying $19,000 to learn shit you can GET PAID to learn on an actual job. I can't talk an other trades in this school but don't bother with H-VAC. Any 5 star reviews you see here are 100% fake and made by a school staff or whatever just to get you to throw 19K at them to waste your time. No you don't NEED this certification the school gives you at graduation to get a job as a helper/ apprentice. You'll get whatever licenses and certifications you need while in the field. Also for 19K the school almost never feels prepared with equipment in the class. Most of the shit is broken, like they don't even bother using YOUR money to be stocked up on what they need to have a good learning experience I DO NOT RECOMMEND H-VAC DO NOT WASTE YOUR TIME AND MONEY