Expert performance and writing instruction from a professional, working performer with over 25 years of experience in spoken word, poetry, improvisation, classical and musical theatre, television, film, and voiceover!
About Tanya A.
I am a professional performing artist with major credits in acting, voice over, directing, spoken word, public speaking, and dance. I am a member of SAG/AFTRA and Actors Equity Association, and have taught children and adults in all genres of the performing arts.
Teaches all skill levels
Teaching since 1995
2 year certificate - Musical & Classical Theatre
Teaches ages 12+
Speaks Spanish, Italian
Has background check
Subject: Spoken Word
Acting
Child Acting
Film Acting
Film and TV Acting
Improv Acting
Meditation
Piano
Shakespearean Acting
Speaking Voice
Spoken Word
Stage Performance
Theater Acting
Voice Acting
Teaches 10+ subjects. Different subjects may have different prices.
Location:
Teacher's Studio
Detroit St.
Student's Home
Teaches Online
Work hours
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Pricing
30 minutes
$50
45 minutes
$75
60 minutes
$100
90 minutes
$140
120 minutes
$180
New Student Special
First 3 lessons
$30
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Tanya's videos
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Teacher's Studio
I had a very, VERY good experience with Tanya. I felt very comfortable and she gave amazing advice and practice techniques that really stuck with me. I feel more confident as an actor and it's only been one class. 5 stars and would 100% recommend for beginning actors.
Posted Oct 15, 2022
Stephanie
Online
Tanya is a wonderful instructor.She is easy to work with and really helps you explore your range as an actor. I highly recommend her as an acting coach. She's professional and knows her stuff!
Posted Aug 19, 2022
Victoria
Teacher's Studio
Very nice and informative. Great tips and very personable
Posted Jul 13, 2022
Artist in Residence
May 2002 - PresentSuperNova Production Group
Conduct acting, voice, poetry, dance and performing arts workshops as well as leadership training.
Group Fitness Instructor
Jan 2002 - PresentPrivate Studio
Teach fitness & dance
Actress
Jul 2019 - Jul 2019Amazon - Feature Film
Actress in Amazon feature film - Bliss (to be released 2020).
Voice Over Artist
Feb 2019 - Feb 2019Committee for Children
Lead voice-over actress in Committee for Children commercial.
Actor
Oct 2014 - Dec 2014San Diego Repertory Theatre
Lead actress in repertory play
Drama Teacher/Director
Jun 2014 - Aug 2014Arts Alive
Head drama instructor for kids summer camp. Also directed the play musical with over 60 students.
Group Fitness Instructor
Jan 2010 - Feb 2013Equinox
Teach fitness & dance
Actor
Jan 2006 - Jan 2012Centre Theatre Group
Actress in Clybourne Park, Nothing But the Truth
Dance Artist in Residence
Aug 2003 - May 2005Theatre of Hearts-Youth First
Teach dance, leadership
Choreographer/Dance Director
Jul 1999 - Oct 2002Citykids Repertory
Choreograph dance routines, stage numbers
Choreographer/Dance Director
Jun 1998 - Sep 2001Impact Repertory Theatre
Choreograph routines, instruct in dance, stage presence
2 year certificate - Musical & Classical Theatre
Jul 1994 - Oct 1995American Musical & Dramatic Academy - New York
Honors BA-FPA Theatre
Aug 1990 - May 1994Saint Louis University
Italian
Limited Proficiency
Spanish
Limited Proficiency
Adult Fitness/SilverSneakers
Jun 2013Healthyways
2 year certificate to instruct adult students in health & fitness
CPR
May 2013American Red Cross
2 year certification in Adult CPR
WINNER - Best Supporting Actress
Apr 2016Santa Monica International Film Fest
WINNER - Best Webisode Series
Jun 2012LA Webfest
WINNER - Best Short Film
Jun 2012Hollywood Black Film Festival
WINNER - Best Music Video
Jun 2009Hollywood Black Film Festival
WINNER - Best Play
Jul 2005NAACP Theatre Award
Screen Actors Guild/American Federation of Television and Radio Artists
Feb 2003An American labor union representing over 160,000 film and television principal and background performers, journalists, and radio personalities worldwide.
Actors' Equity Association
May 1998Actors' Equity Association, founded in 1913, is the labor union that represents more than 49,000 Actors and Stage Managers in the United States. Equity seeks to advance, promote and foster the art of live theatre as an essential component of our society.
Let Our Student Counselors Help You
We can match you with the perfect teacher and take care of all your scheduling needs.Subject: Spoken Word
Acting
Child Acting
Film Acting
Film and TV Acting
Improv Acting
Meditation
Piano
Shakespearean Acting
Speaking Voice
Spoken Word
Stage Performance
Theater Acting
Voice Acting
Teaches 10+ subjects. Different subjects may have different prices.
Location:
Teacher's Studio
Detroit St.
Student's Home
Teaches Online
Work hours
M
T
W
T
F
S
S
Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
Pricing
30 minutes
$50
45 minutes
$75
60 minutes
$100
90 minutes
$140
120 minutes
$180
New Student Special
First 3 lessons
$30