Testimonials

This (workshop) was so much more than I had hoped for. Stephen (Cone) led the workshop with his generous heart and worked with us as a colleague, not as a teacher. He brought out so much beauty and vulnerability in each student, which was received by the class with support and safety. It was a truly magical weekend.

— Claire Alpern

The Navigating Chicago’s Theatre Scene (Linda Gillum & Catherine Miller) was extremely informative. I’ve already updated my resume and submitted for an audition. Thank you for offering these types of sessions. They are really helpful for those of us who are new(er) to the industry to understand the landscape. I would definitely recommend that any actor who is thinking of auditioning for theatre in Chicago attend this seminar. 

— Keshia Kimbrough

The Navigating Chicago’s Theatre Scene (Linda Gillum & Catherine Miller) was extremely informative. I’ve already updated my resume and submitted for an audition. Thank you for offering these types of sessions. They are really helpful for those of us who are new(er) to the industry to understand the landscape. I would definitely recommend that any actor who is thinking of auditioning for theatre in Chicago attend this seminar. 

— Keshia Kimbrough

I wasn't sure what to expect, but the amount of industry insight, technical information, and nuanced ways to distinguish oneself as a narrator far exceeded my expectations. I would recommend Adam's workshop to friends and would take another one from him on any more detailed aspect of narration in a heartbeat.

— Karen Robertson

Some of what I found most helpful were the details of how-to/next steps/best practices for getting started based on Adam's experience and expertise. Specifically, what kind of demos to have, who and how to contact, and his sharing of physical equipment and software suggestions. Adam is very personable and funny; he did a great job of instilling that most anyone can be successful as an Audiobook narrator.

— Will Fisher

I had my first ever acting class at Acting Studio Chicago- the weeklong teen intensive- and it was amazing. I’m planning on taking my 3rd course with Acting Studio Chicago soon.

— Nolan Evans

My first Actor's training I ever took was Intro to Shurtleff with Joshua, and On Camera Intro with Sarah Charipar. Both classes- because of the instructors- unlocked my brain into the world of immersing myself into imagination and critique of self. Because of ASC, I have been able to dive deep into an evolution of my auditions. Last year, I worked on a short film that was nominated for multiple film festival selections. I recently booked another short film, which begins filming next week. The current training with Christina [Gorman] allowed myself to be warmed-up and prepared for my booking. I'm extremely grounded in the fact that out of all training types I have received so far, ASC is a hidden gem of Chicago and possibly the U.S. Thank you ASC--I'm so happy to have learned everything I have so far from you. Best, John Stripe Tiggemann

— John Tiggemann

I loved learning that intimacy (Intimacy Workshop) not only includes physical contact but also cultural and other aspects of respect in the experience. So important!

— Anne Gearhart

Syndey is a phenomenal listener, and totally sensible in answering pretty hard-hitting questions. Her approach is completely trauma-informed, and I felt really cared for and safe to immerse myself in the class. During the Intimacy Workshop, she led exercises to demonstrate how to apply tools in incredibly low-stakes but highly impactful ways, and was never out of ideas for other tools if the ones we were working with felt weird or difficult for someone. One of my fav acting classes I've ever taken!

— Workshop Student

Sydney (Renee Cox) protected everyone's peace of mind, very authentic to the work and responses. She didn't necessarily have the answer to all questions, but she was able to approach every hypothetical with grace and respect from a human perspective.

— Daniel Ford