Our son had an amazing experience with SpiN LA for this summer 2026 event. We must give Joe Lorenzo a HUGE shout out for his continuous support and guidance he has shown us throughout this whole process. It surely made it easy to navigate through the schedule of events and knew Joe would make himself available for any assistance or questions. SPiN LA's team was helpful, hardworking and talented! My son described his experience as one of the most memorable events where he was provided the opportunity to showcase his talent and do what he loves. We will forever be grateful to have been part of such an incredible event that was able to help Jumpstart our son's acting journey! read more

They are a scam! Wasted my entire morning for hours attending a so call "audition" but it's all FAKE! Way to go for making out profit for people that putting high hope in something they dream for! They will then send an email telling you about all those classes and programs that cost several thousands of USD.. to get you to your dream becoming a star! Yeah Poor kids .. I feel so bad for their parents and all this false hope given by them to those people! You are taking this to gain your own advantage! Wow! Totally red flags .. go search AI and get their scamming scheme & bad review! read more

My daughter went to Spin LA in July and honestly had the time of her life. From the moment we got involved, it felt welcoming and genuine. We felt like superstars from the moment we walked into Biltmore LA. Joe Lorenzo and his staff take care of everything and they're ALWAYS accessible. Thank you Joe...we love you!!! Some reviews say it's a scam and I disagree. This is absolutely not a scam. Yes, it costs money and it's not cheap, but it is high quality and a one-stop shop. In fact, my daughter received offers from several reputable agents and signed with a talent agency BECAUSE of Spin LA. As an added bonus, we met incredible resources along the way, including Jenn Boyce (Hollywood Prep), who has provided amazing advice and ongoing support. Joe and Jenn were exactly what mjy daugther and I needed as newcomers to the industry. Beyond the professional opportunities, my daughter bonded with kids from her acting studio (Hooray Performers Academy!) and made new friends, which made the experience even more special...she still texts with them on a weekly basis! If you want a program that delivers real results, genuine connections, in a fun and supportive environmjent, I recommend attending Spin LA...we still talk about it and remember the amazing experience. read more

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Fraud. Scammers...selling false hopes and dreams. High pressure sales tricked me into submitting my contact details without knowing there was a contract below it that I do not agree to and now will not refund my money. Go get an actual legit in your city agent This is a talent scout not an agent. Total rip off. Come into the city for 2 days. Auditions and promises. Get a call back for the next day. Wait for hours for a hard sell. Sign up today only. Then they leave the next day. Zoom acting and singing classes do not work. Especially for children. Beware. Do not invest. Go see local talent agencies that cost nothing to sign you up. Joe is part owner. Alison does the children and presently in Montreal Canada. Gerard has his own talent agency on the side. Additionally, my payment did not go to Spin LA the agency that they represented. I asked for the investment back a few times and even called my credit card company 4.hoirs later when I got the email with the actual details of a contract hidden and not disclosed. I would never agree to sell my image. Do not invest with this circus. read more

Joe and his team at SPiN LA create such a great environment at the showcase to help kids interested in the next steps for a professional acting career. The showcase allowed our kiddo to perform for multiple agents, managers and casting directors that they otherwise wouldn't have had an opportunity to meet. As a result, our kiddo has signed with representation by experienced professionals and look forward to the auditions to come. Thanks SPiN LA! read more

Updated Review - Based on Further Research It's been a while, but I recently saw a comment asking me to respond to my original review -- so here's an update with more context. We paid $900 for the SPiN program and $400 for headshots. The photographer was nice (Russian, like me) and admitted that for the $400 price, he could have taken more time if he were paid directly. The photoshoot lasted about 5 minutes. The program included around six or seven Zoom classes, which often started late or felt disorganized. We joined because it was advertised as casting exposure, but in reality, we paid to attend classes just to get brief feedback from two agents, who later said they weren't interested when we followed up. I also spoke to other parents in the group, none of our kids got cast or signed. Since posting my original review, I shared the SPiNLA.tv website with ChatGPT for an unbiased analysis. It pointed out several red flags: vague promises and a "pay-to-play" model often seen in what's called a "talent mill." That confirmed what I had already felt ,this wasn't a scam in the legal sense, but it absolutely did not live up to the hope and hype that was sold to us. My husband and I were fully committed, always on time, had a headset, resume, everything. But for us, it led nowhere. We've since joined a legitimate agency that doesn't charge us upfront and have gotten real casting opportunities. You seemed kind personally, but I stand by my original review: this was overpriced and misleading. If you're looking to invest in your child's acting journey, spend your money on reputable in-person classes or free access opportunities through real agencies -- not expensive showcases. read more

Provided professional monologue and ad coaching for showcase opportunities with LA talent agencies.

This started as an open audition for the Bandaid commercial. They told us if my daughter is selected - they gonna call us back. Byanca was the only person present from Society Performers during audition - nobody else was there. That didn't feel right. After the audition, I received a text message. It said that my daughter made it to the second audition. When i asked what's the purpose of 2nd audition, I was texted back that my daughter will be evaluated and will proceed with training so Academy can showcase her. What happened to Bandaid commercial?.. not a word about it. I came to conclusion that this is how they lure you into "auditions" - using big brand names. After "audition" I also received an email with the prices for training packages ($995-$4900 for 8 to 32 hours). Showcases that supposed to promote your kid after training are held online. In other words after you pay all this money you don't even get to meet anyone in person However they do offer SPiN Nationals event (another $5900 NOT including hotel room + extra fees like $300 for gala concert) where you get to spend 5 days in LA, do some more training and supposedly have a chance to meet with agents/talent managers/casting directors in person. However, small print reads that nothing is guaranteed: "presence of agent does not guarantee representation". This is where our journey with Society Performers has ended - after first audition. Even though I had very little interaction with Society Performers (first audition was less than 5 minutes), I am giving only one star because I felt misleaded and lured into this audition by false advertisement. Because initially, this event was advertised as an audition for Bandaid (and few other famous brands) commercial. And of course, it was not. If Society Performers Academy would be honest upfront and stated that audition was for the purpose of evaluation and further training with Society Performers and future possibility of promotion amongst possible agents/casting directors AFTER several large investments of money - I would not have come to the audition. Even though my daughter is upset and crying, I tried to keep emotions out of this review. I hope this helps someone to make a right decision. read more

SPiN LA - Original email about open call audition - Talent Agencies Near Me - Manhattan Beach, California

***UPDATE SINCE YELP WONT LET ME RESPOND TO THE OWNER*** Dear Joe, 1-what you're doing is called shaming responding to any and all negative reviews about your company is shaming people. Screenshots below of how he shamed people. Before he can delete any responses.. too bad I'm too petty to be ashamed 2- No email was sent to me or the other family that was in the same audition about said packages & we let your "agent/non-agent" know 3- you keep saying "if you go to the Olympics you must train" & "if you go to college" YOUR PACKAGE ONLY OFFERS 8-32 hours HOW IS THAT ADEQUATE "Olympic" training for $995-$4900! Regretfully signed, A child crying because you killed her dreams *DO NOT DO IT** DO NOT EVEN AUDITION*** My husband signed my daughter up for the open call posted on Facebook. Looked kinda fishy, but still knowing he signed her up and would go with her kept me confident that if it was a scam he'd handle it! Fast forward to audition day. It's packed 240+ They go. She gets offered a call back where you have to create a commercial for them and use it as a script. Come next day we go to the callback and agent gives a last minute script on top of her commercial to do. All cool. Agent says "sometimes at an actual open call this may happen".. hmmm... *.. my brain says I THOUGHT THIS WAS AN ACTUAL OPEN CALL AUDITION? Regardless, we head in bright eyed and bushy tailed with all my daughters hopes in her mind because in the open call ad it said something along the lines of "do you think your child has what it takes to be in a Disney show" Anywayyyyy.. she delivers her commercial.. she delivers the last minute script NOT THE BEST OBVIOUSLY. Then it all comes rolling downhill. The words that come out of the agents mouth are "Awesome you passed the audition! Now did you read your email and see which package you want?" My heart was so happy for my daughter SHE MADE IT. But my brain was so confused? What packages? We'll I've added the photo so you can see. Then of course I ask why do we need to pay for a package I thought this was an audition? Agent says "it was, you're auditioning to be a part of S.P.A" you didn't say that! So I look at the packages and see $995 as the first package which would include one showcase for which they will provide one script and monologue, and a resume consult. Packages go up to $4900. $995-$4900 for a training program for 8 hours? I work in tourism I get inflation but what am I paying for really if it only takes 8 hours. Not to mention after these kids do the 8 hour "training program" it does NOT guarantee an agent or part. Which is where I assumed the fees would start.. Now heading home not enrolled in the program so my child is in shambles because she thought if she did her very best she would be on a Disney show.. because let's face it look at your odds. Of course I think my child could be that ONE in a MILLION SHOT. But if they hold multiple auditions around America, with 240+kids and call back 24 which is how many thy called back this time and all 24 sign up for even the basic package the company gets $23880.. and they don't spend more than 8 hours to market your child. Would NOT RECOMMEND. I should have read the reviews before we took her. I also find it quite amusing how the owner "shames" anyone with a negative review.. hardy har read more

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My daughter has had the absolute pleasure of being a part of Society Performers Academy since 2019. Since she first started at the academy, she has taken countless classes with a number of incredible teachers in both acting and singing. And the owner Joe Lorenzo has been there every step of the way. There is no denying how important Society Performers Academy is to him. He familiarizes himself with the kids and parents on a personal level and responds to questions or concerns super quickly. More often than not he is responding to an email within hours of me sending it out. I have watched my daughter grow in confidence and abilities and she has developed an understanding of the business and all the work and dedication it requires to be successful. Joe Lorenzo and his staff do not promise instant stardom for these kids. Nor should they, as the entertainment industry is a tough business. But what they do provide is a safe atmosphere to develop their skills and grow to be as successful as possible. January 2024 was special for us because our daughter finally got to attend Society Performers in nationals (SPiN). Five amazing days at the Millenium Biltmore Hotel in Los Angeles among countless other children from all over the United States and even internationally. It was a melting pot of like-minded kids and young adults who shared similar interests and motivations. Our daughter trained and competed in front of several agents and received numerous callbacks. She performed in the Showcase event in front of a crowded ballroom. But more importantly, she made tons of new friends and gained more confidence than I could ever have imagined. She hasn't stopped talking about the event even a month later. It was an amazing experience for the entire family and the perfect vehicle for my daughter to move her young career forward. Society Performers Academy is the real deal. And gives back as much as your child (and family) put in, and then some. Highly recommended. read more

SPiN LA - Showcase night! Red carpet photo with Joe! - Talent Agencies Near Me - Manhattan Beach, California

My son joined Society Performers Academy in 2024. I like the convenience of online classes from the comfort of our own home. My son and I attended SPiN LA 2025 and it was an incredible experience like no other. It was a whirlwind of excitement, inspiration, and a vibrant atmosphere. The workshops, trainings, and bootcamps were led by industry professionals. SPiN LA helped my son to develop his skills, build his confidence, and perform on stage. And we had the opportunity to network with agents, casting directors, and other industry professionals. We finished SPiN LA with a refreshing new sense of passion and excitement for what the future holds. Thanks Joe! read more

Amazing and wonderful program for all actors, dancer, singer and performers! Very talented staff to help guide and fine tune ones skills and connect Talent with potential agents! Joe is a wonderful organizer, very supportive, helpful and helpful resource! SPiN LA Was a terrific program and a wonderful experience! Highly recommended!!! read more

My daughter attended SPIN LA this past week and had an amazing time. The coaching the kids received at the event was both constructive and kind, helping them prepare for their competitions in front of the agents. Despite there being tons of performers, Joe was incredibly attentive and always available to answer calls and texts. My daughter had a lot of fun while learning so much about what it takes to perform at a higher level. We can't recommend SPIN enough if your child is serious about performing. As a parent, I also found the information provided to be extremely helpful, giving me a clear direction for her career. read more

Joe lorenzo , I was a victim of society performers . I paid the 1000.00 for the program and money for headshots and other things. When my lil boy auditioned and was chosen for spin LA we were informed that in a few weeks agents would be calling for auditions, etc. Never recieved a call. I asked for my money back taht I paid towards spin LA because I had something happen that would prevent me from going. Liz garrett told me that she would move him to the next spin. I talked to Adia and she said well Liz has the final say for refunds. So everytime I wrote an email she would ignore it. I finally asked to talk w brandon. I was told he was in Asia. I told her i really needed my money back because i couldnt affored the hotel or gala tocketd , plane fare etc. She simply said sorry no refunds. I never signed a contract and am about to start court papers against the company. You are my last resort before i do. I am aware that certain people do not carry cps permits.1500.00 is what i paid towards it and I would like it back.Having a bond is in fact for this purpose and if i have to file a lien against it I will. California has a right to refund with advanced talent fees. I have many many emails back and forth w liz garrett whete i have tried to solve this and now she is completely ignorning me. read more

We had an AMAZING experience at SPiN LA January 2025! Joe and his team made sure every step of the way was as smooth, fun, and educational for everyone from the very beginning. Contestants were all really talented and qualified as well as the coaches and some of the most known agents in the industry showed up to the event and we got multiple agent callbacks. On top of that we had tons of fun, met so many talents and artist, kids got rid of their stage fright, and made so many friends internationally. Thank you SO much! read more

Real connections and training from professionals, Joe is fun, caring, and industry smart! The kids learn a lot, their confidence grows and they make a lot friends if they go to SPIN, as well as meet agents! A positive life experience for my starlet! read more

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Do not recommend this company is a waste of time, if you are going because you saw the facebook and instagram ads, save your money. They aren't hiring talent they are getting you to spend a minimum of 1K up to 6K on their "workshops" which they even offer via ZOOM. what a joke. if you get a callback don't be surprised they just want your money read more

Great opportunity for beginner youth. Wish the company offered payment options because your not sure what your getting it I to drop $900+ on your child. Coaches were responsive. And helpful with learning and providing feedback. Will try again once my financials are greater. read more

Just returned from our first time at SPiN LA. What a wonderful event. Our daughter learned so much from the coaches and teachers before and during the event and was brimming with confidence after the event. She has been taking acting classes for a while but this event really pushed her to hone her skills and she met other kids her age from all over the world. She had never tried modeling before but with the help of some amazing coaches we watched her strut down the Gala stage and were SO proud of all the hard work and practice to get her there. Joe and his staff were wonderful and we made so many connections with other families and industry professionals. The Millennium Biltmore is a beautiful venue just brimming with old Hollywood glamour and history. Highly recommend SPiN LA! read more

Isn't weird you the CEO; reply quite too fast? You should be running your business, don't you have staff to do this repliea? But of course not you scammer, playing with our childrens hopes and DREAMs Thankfuly your staff Is in Mexico, the real Land of the free, this must GO DOWN AND THEY WILL, enjoy while you Can read more

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This is a scam, You have to pay $1500 USD to advance to a fake on line zoom training class. If you hesitate to pay, they will offer a "scholarship" discount and drop the price to $1000 USD instantly and then expect a payment right away. Absolutely no talent is needed, just pay and once you stop paying, they stop talking to you. They have the same scripted response that they use on everyone and give no feed back on performance. You're better off to buy a vacation and watch you tube then give these scamming Muppets your cash! read more

We could not have asked for a better way to kick off our daughter's dream to pursue something in the Arts. So a BIG THANK YOU to all the coaches and staff at Society Performers for all the fun, help and guidance. The online zoom sessions are convenient and secure. It came in handy for our summer classes. It was fun just listening to the talents run their lines with each other or watch the kids trying to keep up with Ms. Day'nah and her moves. For vocal, acting and self-tape classes this summer was filled with fun, laughter and fine tuning one's craft. We Society Performers family and hope to continue a long relationship with all of you. read more

5/5 stars! Society Performers Academy is the perfect place for beginners to learn the craft of acting. The coaches I worked with, Gabby & Emily are experienced, supportive, and push you to reach your full potential. I've seen tremendous growth in myself and my fellow students. Don't hesitate - sign up and start your acting journey today! read more

This place is incredible!!! We have had an all around wonderful start in the industry because of SPA! We've been to Nationals twice now and all I can say is be patient and believe in your kid and their talent. My son has gained so much knowledge and loved his online classes in this program. A huge thank you to Joe and Amie for all that you do! read more

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SPiN Competition in LA was a life-changing experience for my daughter who is nine years old and had little experience in acting and modeling. At the competition, she was able to fully grasp how the industry works, understand the concept of working hard and getting rewarded, she gained a ton of self-esteem, made lots of friends, got four callbacks from TOP Talent Agents from LA, NY, and Canada and did her first runway at the Gala. It was worth every penny. The coaches that work with Joe are highly skilled; they put all their effort into bringing the best out of the talent, boosting their confidence in front of the camera or hundreds of people; they are caring, empathetic, and tirelessly provide guidance to hundreds of participants. Joe is always available on the phone to respond to all text messages. So...in a nutshell, YES, I do recommend Society Performers Academy and attending SPiN if your child is interested in Modeling, Acting, Dancing, or Singing. read more

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I am saddened to read the negative comments on here regarding Joe and the Society Performers Academy. The comments that ARE negative are absolutely from people who did not read any information on what they were taking their child to or about the company in general. The script given is a bandaid commercial script so the child can perform it during the audition. It never said anything about children actually auditioning for a band aid commercial. The people who have left negative comments are uneducated (obviously about the program but I'm guessing in general as well) and are probably the people who think that getting into acting and modeling etc is easy or by chance. They are (I'm guessing here) the people who EXPECT from everyone but don't know how to earn. It's not easy. It's hard work and that hard work has to come from the person who wants to be in commercials, tv, movies, etc but ALSO from the people who have to TRAIN the aspiring actors/actresses/models/dancers and singers. Joes company and Joe are in NO WAY shape or form a "scam" they are 100% forthcoming with all information about themselves and the program. There is obviously a cost because people don't train people for free. Joe and his program are NOT doing it for the money, but of course fees exist. He does what he does because he loves it, he's passionate and he knows that it's hard to get into the business. He HELPS people achieve their dreams! The cost of his program also varies depending on what people choose. It's a CHOICE for people to join his training and program and it's absolutely worth the cost. Name another person or company that spends their time training, coaching, helping people who want to get into the business. I'll wait.... There's not many of them I'm sure, I've never heard of another person who helps people the way he does. The people on here leaving bad reviews are clearly sad people with nothing better to do. If you're so sad your daughter didn't get the "band-aid commercial" that no one ever promised her, why don't you get her headshots, training and coaching and then get her into the movies... by yourself... for free. Good luck! Thank you Joe for all of your hard work. Your amazing attitude. Your generous and kind heart and your wonderful program that HELPS so many people! You are a true gem Joe! And so is Byanca! You both have show my whole family what amazing people you are and the incredible things you do for people! read more

When it comes to SPiN all I can say is... WOW, WOW, WOW! It was unbelievably awesome. From the stay at the beautiful Biltmore hotel, to the 5 star performance that we got from the aspiring actors. The last day of SPiN my daughter cried because she didn't want the moment to end. If you or your child's goal is to become an entertainer SPiN is the place you NEED to be. Thank you Mr Joe Lorenzo. Can't wait to come back! read more

My son loved SPiN LA! He attended the Jan 2025 session. It was an awesome experience for us both. I was impressed with Joe and his team. The coaching, performances, and competitions in front the agent was worth it. read more

I never had so much fun in my life. Joe has been such a great help and he is always been so kind to me. He answered my questions immediately. I made new friends along the way and had a blast in the pep rally. I got introduced to the House of Hits and at the SPiN event, I got so many callbacks. I would recommend people who are going to the SPiN event for the first time, I would recommend buying the first package because you could save more money and it would be easier for you to buy the gala tickets. Every moment was special, we had a party, met new people, learned so much during the event and had such an amazing time. read more

SPiN JANUARY 2025 was a wonderful and unforgettable experience! We are so grateful for everything the team did to set my daughter's acting career in motion! It was great to finally meet Joe and my daughter's acting coaches Emily and Amanda in person!! And it's wonderful to see so much talent and potential together! We are grateful to be a part of such an amazing family! Joe's team is awesome and I want to thank Joe, Amanda, Tiffany and the rest of the crew for organizing the event that not only is an exciting opportunity to showcase what you can do in front of the agents but also to have a lot of FUN doing it! We look forward to continuing working with the Society Performers team!! read more

Scam! Keep your money. You don't need to pay any agency money if you are gifted. They will pay you. And any credible agency will not ask for money 2 days after meeting you. These people are in every major city in hotel conference rooms brainwashing the public to believe they are legit. They are not credible and it's a scam! read more

Joe Lorenzo with Society Performers is the best place to get your kids started if they are into singing, commercials, modeling, acting! My daughter made it to SPIN 2022. She had an amazing time and received callbacks as a matter of facts every kid received callbacks! Don't look far because Society Performers will get you started and on the right track! Thanks Joe, Amie, John and everyone involved with Joe! Thanks again. read more

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Rip off. They put themselves out there as your child is going on an audition. Your kid shows up, they send you an email stating it's a "call back" when in fact they are saying you have to pay up to 2900$. pfft... if you're going on an audition , you pay NOTHING. Just another scam! read more

I knew my daughter needed to do acting school. One day I filled out a form and ended up taking my daughter to an info session. We got the script and she memorized. I wasn't "all in." I remember thinking to myself, "Is this a hoax?" I called Joe Lorenzo myself and asked questions. He answered, respectfully. Everything he said was true. I can tell you this experience was awesome for my daughter. The amount of time she put in was great. She learned so much. Most importantly, she learned a skill set that she will have and she can apply it in her day to day activities. Thank you so much Society Performers Academy. And shout out to Joe Lorenzo! You are truly an amazing businessman and leader! read more

SPiN LA - Talent Agencies Near Me - Manhattan Beach, California

My daughter is only 6 years old and already knows she wants to be an inspiring actress. Doing the classes and going to SPiN in LA gave her more confidence in auditioning in public. She also met a new friend. She loved it! We also learned a lot from this industry!! Thank you very much!! read more

We met Joe in March when we brought our youngest son (who had expressed interest in acting) to an audition in Long Beach. To be totally honest I signed up because I saw an ad on FB for a Society Performers audition with a picture of Max Thunderman who is my son's favorite Thunderman. IYKYK. We went to the audition, got a callback and eventually got invited to SPiN. We did not say yes immediately because of the negative reviews. However, after doing our research we as a family decided the opportunity would benefit my son who thrives on experiences like SPiN. In his exact words, "mom being in front of an audience makes me feel alive." Leading up to SPiN, you get a weekly schedule of available acting coaches and are encouraged to take as many as you can. You have access to a professional photographer and a guide on how to prepare your child's resume. All while Joe emails detailed information to help you prepare. Yes, you will have to buy costumes and outfits for your child to wear and depending where you live book a hotel room so be prepared. But the costume request are not outrageous and the room rates are fair. The first day of the event was a little chaotic for me because of the amount of people, the process is slow. Be sure to read all of the instructions. Unfortunately, I didn't but met a mom nice enough to share information with me. I also emailed Joe several times throughout the event and got a response from him almost immediately. From there your child has access to acting coaches, a dance coach, a singing coach, a modeling coach and a producer. They have practices for commercial, monologue and scenes. They later bring in talent agents and talent managers to judge your kids on whatever talent category they are participating in. During this time the talent agent and talent manager has a chance to see what your can do and decide if they want to work with your child. On the last day you are provided with a callback sheet listing the talent agent and talent managers interested in your child. You are then given the opportunity to meet with them. My son had 19 call backs. We took the time to meet with everyone. So yes, Joe and SPiN is legit. At the gala during the final show, your child gets to showcase what they learn and perform for an audience on a stage with bright lights, good sound and a larger than life screen- the real deal. They also receive awards for the different talent categories, most callbacks and an overall winner. Joe brought Max Thunderman (Jack Griffo) to present the kids awards. My son won a couple of medals and got it presented by Jack Griffo. He was beaming from ear to ear all night long. Jack also took the time to take pictures with all of the participants on the red carpet. If you really believe your child has what it takes to be in the entertainment industry, Society Performers is a great way to start. Joe is a good guy who loves what he does. He treats you like a human and is easy to talk to. It definitely showed this weekend at SPiN. I know this is long but I told myself I would come back to leave a review after SPiN, especially if the experience was different from all of the negative reviews left on here. Thank you Joe and your team for our amazing experience at SPiN. read more

Their method of marketing is slick and dishonest, they make you think that they are an acting academy with many successful students BUT THE TRAINING IS ONLY DONE TROUGH ZOOM AND ITS ONLY FOR 5 DAYS!!! Paying 8k dollars for zoom lessons and barely any coaching is outrageous. They trick you into thinking that you will ''Get 50k dollars and your agent gets 10 percent'', playing with the childrens dreams and misleading parents into thinking that this investment will have a return. But this is all a bunch of hot air and nonsense. PLEASE DO YOUR RESEARCH. ESTAFA read more

I will say that going into this, I was a bit uncertain with the value we would get for our money. We found Society Performers Academy through an IG ad that looked like an audition to get your kid on Network TV. Yes, it was an audition, but the audition is to determine whether your kid has what it takes to join their academy and train to become true performers. Our initial interface felt like we might be getting suckered into an MLM or timeshare scam, but IT WAS NOT. WE ARE SO GRATEFUL that we stuck it out with SPA. That experience only improved once meeting Joe Lorenzo. He is the owner and is so incredibly personable. Our daughter participated in an initial course package that included acting classes and a showcase in front of 2 agents. Although she did not get signed at the time, she went on to take additional courses and prepare for SPA's Nationals conference (Society Performers In Nationals (SPiN)). Oh my goodness. As adults we have the exposure to grow our career by networking and attending conference workshops. This is similar to the experience we had at SPiN. After 3 days of intense training, fun modeling workshops, and a dance party. Our 6 year old auditioned in front of 32 agents and casting directors. Not only was she much more prepared, she was confident. She ended up getting 11 callbacks with these agencies. She really liked that she had the option to follow-up with interested agencies and pick one that she felt suited her interests and made her most comfortable. Without SPiN, I highly doubt she would've had this opportunity. Our daughter is now signed with one of the highest acclaimed agencies in Hollywood and is so excited to see what other opportunities are to come. THANK YOU JOE and the whole SPA Team. read more

My son did the SPiN LA open call in Honolulu having zero prior experience with acting. I was skeptical with low expectations because I did not know much about the business, but fast forward and a month later after signing up for the Academy and my son signed with one of the top youth talent agencies in LA! You simply cannot take that path on your own, especially not living in LA or knowing anyone in the biz. The caliber of coaching to prepare him for showcase was top notch, with coaches who have professional experience as actors themselves- just look at their bios. The SPiN team is excellent at spotting who has what it takes, not wasting your time or money if it's not for you, while being clear, kind, and honest every step of the way. Even after we signed with an agent, we know that we can stay in touch with Joe Lorenzo for wisdom throughout our journey ahead because that's the kind of person he is. read more

Went in a bit skeptical after answering an open audition call. It is an academy for developing talent later knew once we sat in post the audition. My daughter got invited for nationals where she auditioned in front of several agents a very good experience for her confidence. It is an investment. It is for someone who has no idea going about knowing the industry. Will get to know to create resume, headshots, self tapes, being on time and cultivate that work ethic and importance of improving the craft of acting. No guarantees in getting signed. Thank you. read more