Susan Angelo Studio

“I was always intimidated by Shakespeare until I met Susan. She makes it fun and intriguing, bringing so much joy and excitement into the work that you can’t help but fall in love with The Bard. The Shakespeare Gymnasium is a safe place to work out and stretch those creative muscles. This class is an absolute must for any and all thespians who have a passion for the craft.”  - Jeff Pierre

"This class is for professional actors, directors, teachers and students of Shakespeare. Susan combines the craft and tools of Shakespeare while at the same time unearthing the humanity of
character. It is rare that a gifted artist is also a insightful teacher, but Susan is one of those jewels."  - Kathleen Dunn, USC

"Class was fantastic. Susan Angelo's knowledge and infectious passion made such a great vibe to soak in all-things-Bard. I thought I’d want to just get to the monologue, but it turns out, I absolutely loved the technical lectures and all the exercises that ultimately informed the performance, which almost became an afterthought, since there was so much stuff to chew on."                                                                                                           - Eddie Shin, Beef

"I’ve had a number of acting teachers over the years, and Susan is by far the best.  For the actor who wants to learn the fundamentals of technique for performing Shakespeare — making verse come alive, getting a sense of the musicality of his poetry, knowing how to make the language clear to contemporary audiences —  no one is better."  -    Ted Dane

"Working with Susan has been incredible! I have rediscovered classical material with the fantastic tools the Gym 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.   - Isabel Stallings

"I’ve been able to incorporate Susan Angelo's exercises into modern text and it has helped tremendously...not only made it easier for me to memorize, but also to have fun with the text and find 50 different ways of doing it! I have added these exercises to my tool box and will continue to use them. They are not exclusive to classical work."  - Raymond Watanga

"Susan completely changed how I approach the work and view myself as an artist. We met when I was very insecure about handling classical text but she quickly helped me lay a foundation to support myself for a lifetime. She is keenly aware of her students’ needs and will lovingly and passionately lead you towards your best work."  - Christian Jordan Smith

"Susan is an awe-inspiring balance between Shakespeare brilliance and individualized care for her students. I learned so much in the Shakespeare Gym and I encourage everyone interested in developing their vocal range and control to take this class! You will enjoy every minute."  -Jaclyn Chantel

"Susan has a wonderful talent for making Shakespeare's language understandable to her students. She taught me how to dive into the complicated technicalities of the text with a curious and approachable simplicity. She creates a safe space...and encourages playful exploration and risks. She is a total pro with an infectious passion. Her class gave me the confidence I needed to audition for The Old Globe/USD Graduate Acting Program!"
- Mason Conrad

"The Shakespeare Gymnasium helped me build a foundation for my acting. It gave me the confidence to tackle grad school auditions, other Shakespeare monologues, and contemporary pieces. These tools will stay with me for the rest of my acting career. With Susan's help, I was accepted into Brooklyn College's MFA Acting Program. I wouldn't have been able to start this next chapter in my life if it wasn't for the Gymnasium."   - Mimi Lam

"I [gained] a deep understanding of how to approach these texts with confidence and precision. I left the Gym feeling truly inspired, and ended up getting cast in my first Shakespeare production shortly thereafter.  Susan Angelo's passion for language is infectious. Through meter and rhetoric, she guides you little by little into a vast, infinitely rewarding world...the more you internalize and master the intricacies of Shakespeare's language, the bigger and more exciting each character becomes."   - Scott Bartling

"I’ve taken a lot of classical theater classes but the techniques taught in this class are the ones I use to warmup every time I’m about to step on stage. Susan Angelo is a Shakespearean witch who will not only increase your lung capacity beyond what you thought possible, but will also sharpen your mind and diction to an Elizabethan point capable of weaving through any of the Bard’s rhetoric with understanding and skill."    - Derek Chariton

The most amazing people....

...gravitate to Shakespeare and to the Gymnasium. They are talented, kind, supportive, fun-loving, curious and brave. Many of them take the Gym over and again.  If you are interested or curious, contact me for an interview and together we'll see if The Gym is right for you.  - Susan Angelo

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