Texas Actors Workshop

I have had the pleasure of being a part of such a tremendous second family at Texas Actors Workshop. John and Tommy have been extraordinary in their kindness as well as professionalism. The industry can be overwhelming and John is always sure to warn us and keep us in check to better prepare for our professional future. As an actor at Texas Actors Workshop, I have found a handful of great friends and wonderful peers who are also so very supportive. The workshop brings forward spectacular opportunities that have set me in front of other great professionals. The thing I admire most about Texas Actors Workshop is that John and Tommy genuinely care about their actors and are always quick to provide assistance, if needed. I am grateful for aquiring a wide variety of skills such as professionalism, public speaking and straight up : confidence. You feel welcomed the second you step into the workshop. Texas Actors Workshop has not only prepared me as a better actor, it has helped better my skills in life in general. TAW is more than just acting lessons and I will be forever grateful of my time spent here.Jenna More...

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John McAteer at Texas Actors Workshop has built a community that has helped literally dozens upon dozens of actors get signed with both local and national agents. He has created several unique improvisation exercises that you won't find anywhere else, helping actors exert their creativity on every week.  There are varying levels of classes for all skill levels, from beginning actors to the advanced.John and the TAW team often help their actors find roles in short films with their partnerships with several programs around San Antonio, as well as help actors find their way in the professional field with his experience and contacts throughout the industry.He provides weekly classes and often stays after class to help those who need additional work on their scenes.John will also help with coaching should you have an audition, and has helped actors book roles multiple times. He also offers private sessions and coaching by skype if necessary should you find yourself getting a callback in another city! More...

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I have been taking my 6 year old daughter to this workshop since August of 2016. In the short amount of time she has attended, my daughter's acting accomplishments have FAR exceeded my expectations. She continues to build on every skill she has learned under the direction of John McAteer and his team. With John's coaching, my daughter obtained talent representation out of Dallas 3 months after she started. Her on camera and voiceover audition opportunities have spanned from the local level to large Hollywood productions. Observational tips from one parent to another:--We find the pricing reasonable. The cost is per class, not per hour. I personally find the value exceeds cost because of the amount of time you will spend in class. --As with any extracurricular activity, at some point, you will spend money outside of just the class itself. We appreciate that John and his team really try hard to look out for the overall impact to our budget (like videographers, extra workshops, showcases, etc.)--Set the expectation with your children that they will put in work. The classes are slated for an hour, but always go much longer. If you have a young child that can't make it until close to 7pm, then you may want to wait until he or she can.--John is your child's coach, but he and his team are also mentors for parents. Anything they advise you to do, you should try to do. I've found that when we took his advice, it opened more doors. He has been in the industry much longer than we have!I genuinely feel our family really couldn't have asked for a more rich, active workshop. John and his team partner with some wonderful, highly recognizable local clientele that your children will be excited working with.One final thing I will mention, is that my husband and I have built some very strong relationships with parents of other children who are actors. I personally feel we aren't just members of a class of students, we are part of a truly wonderful, positive performance community. Going through things together is comforting, and you don't feel the crazy competition pressure that usually comes with this business. More...

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