Testimonials
Christian Jordan Smith
Florizel, Winters Tale
"Susan completely changed how I approach the work and view myself as an artist. We met when I was insecure about handling classical text, but she quickly helped me lay a foundation to support myself for a lifetime. The physicalized table work and exercises from the Gymnasium gave me confidence and a technical skillset that successfully carried me through a series of auditions. She is keenly aware of her students’ needs and will lovingly and passionately lead you towards your best work."
Isabel Stallings
Helena, Midsummer Night's Dream
Maryanne, Tartuffe
'Working with Susan has been incredible! I have rediscovered classical material with the fantastic tools she has provided. There is so much play and heart in working with Susan! I wouldn't have booked both roles I just booked without her extraordinary help and belief in me!"
"I had a callback for the Colorado Shakespeare Festival this past weekend, and the entirety of my preparation was based in the multiple exercises we utilized in the Gymnasium! It was so exciting to have a practical reason to employ so many newly-found techniques. I can't express how meaningful and useful your class is. Thank you for your knowledge, support, and your encouragement." - Lauren Zbylski
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Other testimonials:
"In my experience, exceptionally gifted people--like mountains and wildfires--make their own weather. Such is true as well of the talented lady we're privileged to call our teacher."
-- Roy Allen, actor
“I have studied Shakespearean acting at the Actor’s Centre and the National Theatre in London and I find Ms. Angelo to be on the same stellar level as the professionals I worked with overseas. Ms. Angelo's knowledge of Shakespeare’s text with specific emphasis on meter and rhetorical devices is unparalleled.”
-- Therese Lee, actress, singer
"She is not just a teacher but a participate in the learning experience with her students. I struggled with scansion for the longest time ....when suddenly, the whole iambic pentameter light bulb came on!"
-- Bob Rodriguez, writer
"I used to dread Shakespeare, but Susan's passion and knowledge was infectious. She is an excellent teacher!"
-- Casey Ahem, theatre teacher
"Susan Angelo teaches with intelligence, creativity and passion. She obviously loves her work, and she imbues her classes with her quick wit, her deep understanding of the text, and her great use of physicality to explore the work."
-- Susan Fisher, actress, former teacher
"... Her acute ability to know just what an actor needs and when, without interfering in their process, is rare."
-- Kendall Linzee, actor
"Amazing!! No matter what your acting background or approach is, she is able to communicate with each performer in terms they can best accept and comprehend....she makes subtle suggestions and the work comes to life with passion, reality, and excitement. Susan is an insightful and nurturing instructor."
-- Leo Knudson, actor
"Susan commits to each student, regardless of their level. She doesn't give up...and cares deeply about the growth of each one."
-- Abby Adorney, psychologist