Teaches online
Teaches all skill levels
Age: 5+
Speaks English, French, French, French
Teaching since 2002
BA Theater Arts
About Susan J.
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I started teaching because I have a passion for teaching, as well as helping students reach their true potential. I not only teach the students looking to learn their craft, but also those looking to better their ability. My goal is to impart my knowledge and love of music, theater and speech to all of my students. I now teach in my fully equipped home studio in Elk Grove, CA.
I have been a professional Actress, Show Singer, Commercial Voice-Over Artist and Teacher for the past 25 years in the Bay Area. I have a BA in Theater Arts from University of Minnesota, as well as from San Jose State University. I have studied Theater, Dance, Music, and Mime at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in New York. I have 30 units in "Early Childhood and Development" from DeAnza College in San Jose, CA.
I am also a member of the AFTRA, SAG and EQUITY unions.
Instructor details
Location:
Teacher's Studio
Starburst Lane
Student's Home
Teaches Online
Teaching Hours
Tuesday
9:30 AM-10:30 AM
11 AM-11:30 AM
Wednesday
11 AM-12 PM
2:30 PM-3 PM
5 PM-5:30 PM
Sunday
9:30 AM-11 AM
3 PM-3:30 PM
4 PM-4:30 PM
5 PM-6 PM
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28 Reviews
Megan
Teacher's studio
Susan s so sweet and easy to be around. I was instantly very comfortable with her. Susan is knowledgable and positive.
Posted Mar 6, 2020
Adaleiz
Teacher's studio
Susan has been very patient and encouraging during lessons for my daughter. Susan is very positive has given good tips and techniques to help improve my daughter's singing.
Posted Aug 30, 2019
Kevin
Teacher's studio
Susan is a great instructor who is very patient and knowledgeable. I look forward to every lesson and exercise and would recommend her for anyone looking for an acting coach.
Posted Mar 16, 2019
Experience
Children's Theater Teacher
Oct, 2010 - May, 2011Sunnyvale and Mountain View Recreation Centers
I created and taught several theater classes including: " Musical Reading Theater For Tiny Tots" designed for children 3-5 years; Improvisation and Commercial Voice-Over Workshops; Lights, Camera Action Classes
Education
THEATER ARTS
Sep, 1968 - Feb, 1973UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA
BA Theater Arts
Jan, 1986University of Minnesota , San Jose State University and Deanza College
Theater Arts
Sep, 1984San Jose State University
Certifications
Joey Award
Nov, 1998San Jose AFTRA/SAG Awards
REceived an award for outstanding voice-over for Ruth Carrunza Productions, Mountain View CA 94040
Awards
Best Actress Award
Jun, 1987San Jose State University; Joey Award , Chanhassen Natural Dinner Theater; Equity Actress ;Actress; SAG and AFTRA TAlen UnionsI
Languages
French
Professional Proficiency
English
Professional Proficiency
French
Professional Proficiency
French
Professional Proficiency
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Instructor details
Location:
Teacher's Studio
Starburst Lane
Student's Home
Teaches Online
Teaching Hours
Tuesday
9:30 AM-10:30 AM
11 AM-11:30 AM
Wednesday
11 AM-12 PM
2:30 PM-3 PM
5 PM-5:30 PM
Sunday
9:30 AM-11 AM
3 PM-3:30 PM
4 PM-4:30 PM
5 PM-6 PM
Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
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