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TESTIMONIALS

Jared Kelner
The Actors Approach Toolbox

Thank you Tanner Lagasca at @actorstrainingground for an awesome 1-on-1 acting coaching session today while I was traveling in the Raleigh, NC area. I appreciated your coaching, insights, perspective and approach to our beautiful craft. If you’re in the Raleigh area, check out what Tanner has to offer. He knows his stuff, is well trained, and has a wonderful mixture of youthful exuberance and mature wisdom when working with actors. I hope that the next time I’m in NC, I’ll be able to learn from you again.

Jaime MIller
Addie Miller
(The Walking Dead)

My daughter is a working actress in TV and Film. Tanner has been her personal coach for a couple of years. I know Tanner is one of the reasons my daughter landed a few of her roles. I am very thankful he is in our home town.

Carlita Victoria
(Hairspray, Into the Heights)

He uses his knowledge, performance experience and intense acting background to create a safe and comfortable space for his students to work."

Carlita Victoria (AEA, Executive Director of Darkness Rising Project, Hairspray, Into the Heights)

David McKenas
(Intro to Acting, Acting Technique I)

For all of you budding and even advanced thespians out there in the Triangle, there is a hidden pearl/gem right in our midst for superb novice and advanced acting training: Actors Training Ground! I am now taking classes at Actors Training Ground, learning some basic skills, and plan to take the full curriculum to support my new acting addiction! Tanner Lagasca heads this group of skilled theatre instructors. Prepare to work hard, but you won't be disappointed!

Laura Salavaara
Intro to Acting, Acting 1 Student

"I’ve truly enjoyed all the classes I’ve taken at ATG so far, and wanted to thank you for all the support and insightful education you’ve provided us. I’ve learned various techniques and mindsets that are useful and I’m able to apply at my current work, even if it’s not as an actor. So thank you, it has helped!"

James Fronck
Acting 1 Bundle, Intensive

In a short period of time, the beginning classes which closely follow Tanner Lagasca's book, The Portable Acting Coach are studied and implemented. This is serious training and if you're willing to put in the work and fully commit, you will come away with more knowledge on theater, film, and all aspects of training to be an actor. Between training, Tanner sprinkles in humor and entertainment. The classes are graduate level study in a condensed form and are worth every penny.

Lisa LaFave
Acting Intensive Student

I have thoroughly enjoyed every class with Tanner. His style is low-key and fun, yet very instructional and informative. He is able to make everyone feel comfortable while still pushing you to work harder and perform better. I feel like I have learned so much from him, especially as I am able to review what has been discussed in class by reading his book, The Portable Acting Coach. I definitely feel more confident as an actor and feel more empowered with the knowledge I have learned.

Patrick Sidlovsky
Scene Study

Tanner's teaching style really helped me "unlock" the characters I was portraying. I like to call his style "play-by-play," because he instructs you to say a few lines, then he stops you, analyzes your performance, and then instructs you to continue to the next lines. That method is helpful for me because I find out in detail what I need to do better for my performance, as opposed to receiving summary at the end of an entire scene. Tanner brings a high energy level and extensive experience in theater to each of his classes. I'm impressed with how much individual attention he gives to you, and his book is very helpful as a compliment to in-class instruction. Take his classes! A mix of fun, challenge, and personal growth awaits you.

Jake Nantz
Acting 1 student

I really enjoyed your monologue class, and I feel like I wouldn't have been nearly as prepared for the Uta Hagen class at Burning Coal if I hadn't taken yours first. Thank you so much for what you put into your teaching. It definitely works!

Hannah Molinelli
Acting Intensive

I took Tanner's winter intensive class (2019) and I loved it! I can say, without a doubt, that this class was a perfect investment. You get out of it what you put in and there is a lot to get out of it. Tanner works directly with the students in a professional, yet still amicable, way. He brings in very informative tools and guest teachers that will make your learning experience one you will remember. I thought this class was perfect; whatever level you are, there is something for you! I am still so incredibly grateful that I got the opportunity to work with and study under Tanner. He was amazing, and you can tell that he really loves what he is doing and he really loves ATG. I definitely would recommend this class, or any of his classes that he has to offer!

TESTIMONIALS

Jared Kelner The Actors Approach Toolbox

Jaime MIller Addie Miller (The Walking Dead)

Carlita Victoria (Hairspray, Into the Heights)

David McKenas (Intro to Acting, Acting Technique I)

Laura Salavaara Intro to Acting, Acting 1 Student

James Fronck Acting 1 Bundle, Intensive

Lisa LaFave Acting Intensive Student

Patrick Sidlovsky Scene Study

Jake Nantz Acting 1 student

Hannah Molinelli Acting Intensive