Came to a matinee play. Parking was plentiful (& free) on a Sunday. The venue itself is small and…read morethe seats weren't comfy at all nor much seat space. Any view is good in the house. An older crowd that appeared to be pretty snobby (older lady Just stared straight at us so I kindly obliged until she finally looked away). Staff member was kind of eccentric and I believe he was trying to be humorous but came across rather odd and condescending to us. Not sure I'll be back for another production.

The Beverly Hills Playhouse is a wonderful location for an intimate setting for a live performance…read more Parking isn't terribly challenging, and the venue, itself, is really charming. The acoustics are great, and the management is wonderful to work with. I've been here for several live performances, and have always had the best time.

As a parent, I wanted to share my honest experience with The Playground because I know there are…read morepeople who may feel skeptical at first, just like I did. We live an hour away, but I drove my daughter there every single Sunday. At first, I honestly questioned everything. I wondered if it was too expensive, if it was legitimate, and if we were making the right decision. But looking back now, I can say with my whole heart that it was one of the best decisions we ever made for our daughter. My daughter stayed with the program for two years, graduated, walked the red carpet with so much confidence, and watched her graduation film on the big screen surrounded by people who believed in her. It was emotional for me as a parent because I saw how much she had grown, not just as an actress, but as a person. We chose to continue because my daughter truly loved acting. I worked extra hard to make the tuition possible, and every sacrifice was worth it because this is where she discovered her passion and found confidence in herself. Gary Spatz and Gayla Goehl saw something special in her before anyone else did, and I will always be grateful for that. Because of the foundation she built at The Playground, she now has incredible representation with, one of the most respected agencies in Los Angeles. The Playground gave my daughter an opportunity, guidance, and belief in herself that changed the direction of her life. For our family, it was absolutely worth it.

My son has been training at Gary Spatz's The Playground, and the growth we have witnessed has been…read morenothing short of remarkable. Through improv, scene study, and commercial sessions, he has developed skills I never expected to see so quickly. His Junior Varsity class with Gayla Goehl has been a highlight, and he genuinely loves showing up every single week. What sets Gayla apart is her philosophy. She has a gift for helping each student discover their own authentic voice rather than molding them into someone else's idea of a performer. She meets every kid exactly where they are, and the confidence my son has built under her guidance carries far beyond the stage. Gayla creates a space where he feels comfortable asking questions, talking openly, and truly being himself. Her warmth makes her more than a coach. She is a trusted mentor. As a parent, knowing your child has that kind of support system is invaluable. She does not push. She inspires. Her advice has been spot-on every time, and her open-door approach makes both students and parents feel like they are truly part of a community. Highly recommend Gayla and The Playground to any parent looking for a place where their child can grow, thrive, and love the process.

I attended his class in SF in the 1990s. His "method" was to put you in a circle and humiliate you…read moreif he was having a bad day. The trauma I experienced in his workshop is still with me 30 years later. Zero stars for being abusive and inappropriate.

Was very helpful I would return if I was on the same coast. I attended years ago when Rob was in…read moreSan Francisco. My best day in the SF Market was when my agent called me and said, "Do you realize your last 10 auditions, you booked 8 jobs?" Commercials, Print and Days of Our Lives regular contract player. And I'm no model! But I was attending Rob's Workshop!

At first I was a bit anxious reaching out to Ben regarding this project as it wasn't exactly a…read morejoyous piece to work on and it certainly was complex and time sensitive. My mom was dying and I had perhaps a day or two to construct a brief to appeal to the court on why she should be considered decisional and not starved to death on hospice. Unfortunately, my mom passed sooner than anticipated and Ben was kind enough to pivot to helping with my moms eulogy. Pressed for time I wrote it in the wee hours of night before her funeral and he was so kind to read/review/revise it in the wee hours just before the funeral. As you can imagine my original body of work was fueled with pain and a whole lot of anger. Ben helped breathe a bit more love and respect into the piece and tie it together with a more appropriate ending. The original project I had requested Ben's help on required him to do A LOT of reading of background (court documents, personal testimonies) etc. He took the time to read, digest and summarize it all. I still hope to use his services constructing the brief for the lawyers as originally planned. Ben is really good at pulling your chaotic thoughts together and organizing it for the reader, like a conductor does for the orchestra- directing a beautiful masterpiece for your audience and ensuring everything is in tune. Overall Ben was beyond dedicated and insanely quick on response/edit timelines. I was going through the worst moment of my entire life and I felt more support from him than most of my own family. Ben is the right guy to work with who will ensure your voice is not lost with your writing piece, yet he'll understand your vision and kindly curtail it to be (in my case more digestible) and in your case, more entertaining. If you can't tell from reading this review, I could really benefit from Ben in my pocket for every day life. I'd say we all could!

This was by far the best return on investment I did throughout the whole Bar Mitzvah planning…read more People were coming to me after the services to tell me what a great speech my son had, from the d'var torah portion to the thank you portion. There was even a person who said they had tears in their eyes! This is what people will remember from the services. Benjamin was very patient and worked with my son to come up with a well thought out and cohesive speech. It was one of the best decisions I made! Just like any other part of Bar Mitzvah planning, people can always do it themselves, but the time commitment and extra hard work and effort that is put in, you might get lucky with an average ordinary speech. When you hire a professional like Benjamin, you know you are getting an experienced speech writer who can provide a polished, memorable, perfect speech in a short period of time. Thank you Benjamin!!

A Heartfelt Thank You to CDI Career Development Institute…read more As I celebrate my graduation, I want to express my sincere gratitude to everyone at CDI Career Development Institute who made this journey unforgettable. First, I would like to thank Mrs. Judith, the receptionist, who welcomed me with kindness and warmth from my very first day. Her friendly smile and willingness to help made me feel at home from the moment I walked through the doors. A special thank you goes to Mrs. Meghan, my foundation and first instructor. She laid the foundation of my nursing education and taught me one of the most valuable lessons I will carry throughout my career which is there are no shortcuts to success other than hard work, discipline, and dedication. Her guidance shaped me into the student I became. I am also deeply grateful to Mrs. Robyn, my second instructor very beautiful and loving, She was patient, encouraging, and exceptional at explaining even the most challenging topics in a way that made learning enjoyable and easy to understand. Her passion for teaching inspired me to keep improving every day. Finally, I would like to express my heartfelt appreciation to Mrs. Jen, the Director of the Nursing Program. She has been more than a director, she has been like a mother. During a difficult moment in my journey, she reached out to me promptly, encouraged me, believed in me, and motivated me to keep pushing forward. Her support gave me the confidence to succeed, and I will always be grateful for her love, care and leadership. Thank you to the entire CDI (Career Development Institute) family for believing in me, investing in my future, and helping me achieve my dream of becoming a nurse. I am proud to be a graduate of this amazing institution, and I will always carry the lessons and memories with me throughout my nursing career. With sincere gratitude, Onabajo Adedamola. LVN.

I am going to provide a honest review …read more Unfortunately, first term is designed for you to fail ( especially if you have Meghan ) . Luckily, I had Adrian and he was wonderful. Adrian gets straight to the point , so it's easier to retain the information . Meghan, unfortunately confuses her students and over talks and gets off subject . She provides too much unnecessary information. - if you attend the school, Please get in Adrian class. Do I recommend the school NO. They have one clinical instructor Maya, who is very informative and will help you with upcoming exams while at Clinical's . Mary is an instructor and she over talks students belittles the students. She lies always comes to the clinical site late and uses her authority . She likes to save face to make herself look good in front of Jen and Meghan to keep her job . She tells students to do the job incorrectly unless board is there . She's very unprofessional I would attend clement career college in Gardena it's 11 months and has a high passing rate . Very hands on program . CDI isn't 13 months it's more like 15 months you might as well go for your RN. The school reputation is going down hill. The school doesn't have good Clinical sites . You'll be in a nursing home for pretty much all your terms . Go elsewhere where !

Writing Pad has sparked such joy in my life, and I'm so glad that I found it via a random google…read moresearch. I'd been looking for a writing class, and was inclined to do a continuing ed class at a university. But I was sold on Writing Pad because they show you where their students get published and that their method works. I've loved my teachers Brett and Erika. The only negative is that the classes are so good, that I keep taking more and more. Kudos to Marilyn for an awesome business!

Writing Pad is one of the best kept secrets in LA. I canNOT recommend it highly enough. It has (no…read moreexaggeration!!) changed my life. I'd been struggling to get my ideas from brain to draft, had such a hard time structuring my time so I'd get things done, felt like writing without feedback was setting me back. Writing Pad solved ALL of those problems and then some. The instructors are *incredible* -- I've taken two classes with Jack Kukoda and Todd Waldman, and my scripts are eons beyond what I would have been able to accomplish alone. They are fantastic writers who have written MANY of my favorite shows (Superstore, Community, Happy Endings!!!) and I get to take a small, personalized class with them??? Sometimes people can Do but not Teach-- it is clear Writing Pad seeks instructors who excel at both. The classes are run like writers' rooms, everyone giving feedback in a constructive and serious but absolutely not intimidating way. I've also made a ton of friends from my classes and met people I'm collaborating with!! ALSO IT IS WILDLY AFFORDABLE FOR THE VALUE. BEYOND WORTH IT. I could go on forever but I won't because I sound like I'm trying to get you guys to join my cult or something (I'm just really enthusiastic and grateful, okay??), So I'll end with this: look up writing pad classes, find a teacher and course that interest you. SIGN UP. You will not regret it. 100000 stars!!!

Both of my children attended BWM, though in different circumstances (because of the timing of the…read morepandemic) and in different classes. Pros: - the academics are excellent, especially when it comes to learning to read. - cannot say enough good things about Ms. Gia! - they enjoyed coming to school and loved their teachers - there is a true commitment to the value of bilingualism Opportunities for growth which I don't think could be learned from a tour or handbook: - traditional binary gender stereotypes are reinforced with explanations or comments like "boys like to play more rough" - there is a missed opportunity to engage with parents as equal partners who can add value. - I wouldn't mind sacrificing the academics a bit for more time spent on social emotional content, such as how to navigate conflict on the playground or being inclusive of all classmates or celebrating growth and transitions Would I choose a different preschool if I had to do it all over again? I don't think so. We would still have chosen this school. It was a solid start to our children's school experiences.

I attended a tour this week and respectfully, this place is disappointing and leaves a lot to be…read moredesired. The biggest, loudest red flag is their snack menu: skinny POPCORN and RAISINS, two of the most commonly known choking hazards. The admin confirmed their snack schedule is up to date, and indicated "nothing has ever happened before" when questioned about the popcorn and raisins. Well, I'm glad none of the kids under your supervision have choked as a result, but that doesn't mean it can't happen. Any decent preschool / day care would not endanger their littles. On top of that, the teachers looked tired and the playrooms underwhelming. I observed a couple of children practicing writing, yet they seemed dim and not as engaged or as happy as other kids I've observed at other schools. No, I would not recommend this place. I would stay far away.