Fans of The Season Classes
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Naomi
Audition Arts elevated my career tenfold. It deepened my relationship to my craft and myself as an individual...I am more acutely aware of my strengths, feel confident in what I bring to the table, and prepared to tackle any material that comes my way. I have found immense joy in everything I do as an actor and yes - SPOILER ALERT - even auditioning.
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Nick
Audition Arts was the further training I needed after conservatory. The programming pushed me to become a stronger, freer, and faster actor with a new perspective and joy found in the auditioning process. I highly recommend this program.
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Anne-Maria
Honestly one of the best acting classes that I've taken. Practical and focused evaluations, with an in-depth assessment of the process as an actor. I walked away with so many gems that are now a part of my toolbox. U-Shin's energy also makes the class fun and engaging, which is a real bonus. Definitely recommend.
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Helene
Audition Arts is a necessary for any actor. Through a series of exercises and assignments, U-Shin challenges your craft and applies it in an incredibly practical way. I left this course with tools that I continually apply to my practice and a highly supportive network of other actors. Cannot recommend Audition Arts enough!
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Anya
The name ‘Audition Arts’ didn’t appeal to me when I signed up. I wanted to act, not audition. But the classes give you the space and guidance to learn to craft an experience for a casting director as they watch your tape. After 8 seasons, I am having more fun acting as I prep auditions than I ever have in my life.
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Bob
Words can’t express what I value about my experience with Audition Arts. The solid skills developed through U-Shin’s teachings have me preparing for every audition, large and small, with surety and confidence, opening up scenes so that I consistently approach them with artistry, creativity, and exploration. Eternally grateful.
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Leana
"Audition Arts is an incredible workout for my acting, auditioning and memorization muscles. It has redefined how I audition and given me new confidence in my abilities. Plus I've gained a massive community and some incredible friends!"
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Jen
I expected to become a more skilled actor through Audition Arts, and I did. What I didn't expect was to gain such a supportive community and so much confidence in my own abilities as an artist. I am forever grateful to U-Shin, the Audition Arts team, and my classmates!
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Erica
I came away from these classes with so much more than I bargained for. The curriculum is nuts- super challenging and SO effective, and the community is one of the *most supportive* I’ve ever been a part of (and in such a notoriously competitive industry). I wish I could gift this feeling of accomplishment and growth- TAKE THIS CLASS!
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Anthony
The best class I have ever taken in the city. Pinned a recurring role right after.
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Amanda
They strengthen your audition muscles, while giving you the tools to take ownership of your process and your choices. He equips his students with the business side of things in an experiential way; this is a class where you will work, work, work. If you are looking to take your career to the next level, this class will definitely help you get there.
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Shea
Audition Arts gave me practical tools that I can use in every audition. I have a deeper understanding of myself as an actor in the industry and feel and exponential increase in my confidence going into auditions. I wholeheartedly recommend this class to trained actors who want to discover how to bring more of their craft into the audition room.
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Sarah
One of the best classes I've taken in NYC! The real deal.Not only does it give you concrete tools to approach your audition process, but also empowers you by braking down the things you do have control over 100% of the time...Totally recommend it!
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Christina
If you're looking for honest but wholly supportive industry feedback, do yourself a favor and take Audition Arts. One has the freedom to fail in a supportive space, while also receiving feedback to help you really grow. Could not recommend more!Description goes here
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Miguel
Really good value of a class, very informative and supportive class structure. I liked how open U-Shin was in sharing his experiences and giving honest feedback. I also liked the sense of community that was encouraged that opens up the possibility of the work continuing outside of class.
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Eleni
U-Shin's class and techniques rocks! His knowledge and experience as an agent is invaluable, but the exercises he instructs the class to do makes it a meaningful experience with new insights you will not forget after a month. His class is a game changer.
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Stephanie
You'll learn not only how to book the role and be yourself, but how to book the ROOM. No BS, honest feedback, and a real audition muscle workout. Since working through each audition with a system, I've been getting callbacks and pins nonstop!
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Lauren
One of the best classes I've taken as an actor. (U-Shin's) industry experience on both sides of the table leads to incredibly useful and practical insights. His energy is infectious and his passion for actors is refreshing in an industry that can sometimes feel cynical. I highly recommend working with him!
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Anthony
Working with U-Shin in his Audition Arts class has completely elevated all aspects of my acting. 5 STARS FOR ME!
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Anthony
One of a kind acting experience catered specifically towards audition techniques and your "method." Most teaching overlooks the process and approach to auditions, focusing instead on the 'craft;' Audition Arts makes auditioning a craft and an enjoyable part of acting. It prepares you for the room from getting your sides to walking out the door.
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Janelle
Audition Arts is calisthenics for the actor. The class demystifies the process by giving you a plan of action for each time you step into "the room where it happens." You learn how to be a better pitch person for your career. Understand what's needed in your work for co-star vs guest star vs series regular. It was hard work, but I'm a better actor for it.
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Julia
Absolutely extraordinary/ Not only have I gained a stronger audition technique, but I've gained CONFIDENCE. I feel prepared to walk into any room and bring my best. The teaching and community of Audition Arts is a game changer. If you want to grow in your skill set and become a confident actor who can "book the room," RUN, don't walk, to Audition Arts.
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Selina
A really practical and informative experience. The positive energy promoted in these sessions alone are enough of a reason to sign up...What you learn will definitely help you in the auditions. Fun, positive, and realistic advice for auditioning.
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Monica
Honestly, at first I hated this class. It will push you to your limits and challenge you to think in ways that can seem foriegn as an artist. BUT IT IS SO WORTH IT. I am constantly pinned, called back, and sent to producers because OF THIS CLASS!
Fans of Casting Connects
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Monica
I took a class with a CD whom I had met at another studio where...we did not connect. I thought I didn't have much of a shot with her, but felt I had little to lose. Since working with her at Audition Arts, she's called me in 6 times for major roles.
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Ivana
...The adjustments, changes in pace and being more forceful, helped me improve my script analysis. I enjoyed the vibe of the class, organized but relaxed, thank you!!
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Kyra
You genuinely learn something each moment you're in class. So grateful!
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Kelly
Thank you so much! I appreciated the down-to-earth candor - the space you facilitated felt relaxed and welcoming. In a world of “go big or go home,” it was refreshing to hear casting advocate for truthful grounded simplicity.
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Luka
It was so lovely to meet him, and get his insight on headshots and what he is looking for as a CD. Costars are always challenging in their own way so it was fun to have the chance to work with him on them!
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Meghan
It was great insight! It helped me focus on utilizing this comfort/control I have at home & to channel that energy next time an audition is in person! Seriously such a wonderful, fun class.
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Patricia
Fantastic insight! Reminding me that everyone has a different opinion or approach in casting. Not everything has to be spelled out. Trust the text, you don‘t need to “prove” your talent. Really great class!!!
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Dana
Thank you for the inspiration! I loved the emphasis on trusting that a CD will see your talent, there’s no need to push. I am now constantly practicing telling myself “where I am today is what they want to see”.
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Raye
Thank you for an amazing class! Really appreciate her taking the time with adjustments, they were super clear and thoughtful. I especially appreciated the tips on bringing ourselves and our personalities to each role!
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Lauren
Thank you for an awesome class! Being that I love the world of comedy, I think this was a great class for me to learn in. I will continue to think about how the audience wants to relate to the characters that they watch on screen!
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Kaylyn
Fantastic class! I loved watching her really give adjustments. This was my first experience with this office so there were a ton of comedy-specific pearls of wisdom!
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Jocelyn
An inspiring class. I really loved the note to just be ourselves and how that garners success over playing a stereotype or a character. And it was a great reminder to find a way to make the words your own.
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Kate
The advice that “less is more” helped me transform a scene where the text was running me into a scene where I was taking charge of the text and connecting to the emotionality of the scene in a simpler, more grounded way.
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Colin
Really loved the emphasis on understanding the tone of the project while staying grounded in the given circumstances, and how key that is to nailing the audition.
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Georgia-Kate
I greatly appreciated all of the feedback! The advice to the class to simplify, be natural, and maintain our individuality resonated with me. I am excited to play with these notes in my future auditions. Thank you!
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Molly
I’ve never had a class with a CD who went through our resumes and clips as thoroughly as she did. It gave me confidence in the marketing choices that I had made and materials I had chosen
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Megan
I felt like they were really watching our work and gave refreshing, honest and succinct feedback that felt very clear to execute. Also the way they went through all of our actors access pages and you watched our clips- WOW. Thank you.
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Rita
It was particularly helpful to get insight from the casting perspective, especially knowing what headshots and clips resonated!