Industry Feedback:
"I have worked privately with Matthew on several
projects and he is truly a master of the text. "
Cobie Smulders (Actor)
"A passionate teacher, Matthew's energetic style challenges his students to take risks..."
Candice Elzinga (Casting Director)
"Matthew
is a talented coach...with great instinct and with the natural
discretion and timing that is so essential working on set."
Rufus Sewell (Actor)
"...his wisdom and insight into human nature, and his unflinching honesty...truly invaluable."
Kathleen Driscoll (Casting Director)
"Matthew
is the best in the city and is highly regarded by all in the film
industry. Many of my actors train and coach with him and the results
have always been extremely positive."
Natasha Trisko (Talent Agent)
"I refer clients in different stages of their careers to learn and coach with Matthew..."
Lena Lees (Talent Agent)
"...all our clients who have spent time with Matthew in his classes have secured great roles..."
Deborah Harry (Talent Agent)
"His knowledge of the reality of the business mixed with savvy advice, also gives the students a real insight..."
Pamela Wise (Talent Agent)
"Matthew took me to the limits of my understanding of story and ...."
Christopher Shyer (Actor)
"He has a masterful knowledge of the craft. Matthew has the intellect
and insight to push you to the next level and get you working."
Brandon J. Mclaren (Actor)
"Having
studied at American Academy of Dramatic Arts in Manhattan, and with
Larry Moss and Ivana Chubbuck in Los Angeles, I can say that Matthew
Harrison's teaching is definitely on par with them all..."
Karen Holness(J Pod/Cashing In)
"Matthew brings a joy and levity to the classroom that is rare these days.
He’s created an atmosphere rife with discovery, debate..."
Giles Panton (Actor)
"He's a master at script analysis and has the uncanny
ability to uncover the true meaning beneath the text..."
Colby Johannson (Actor)
"I am becoming the actor and person I always hoped to be as a result of the workshops..."
Jennifer Koenig (Actor / former casting director
)
"workshop
was virtually life changing, connecting the dots so that
I now have a comprehensive master plan which can be utilized
to inform me when preparing for a role."
Adriana O'Neil (Actor)
"...he always provides his students with a safe environment in which to learn and explore."
Bronwen Smith (Actor and Manager of Biz Books)
"...he
is always able to simplify the scenes in order to find the true
objective and then he uses his acute sense of what makes people
tick..."
Michael Karl Richards (Actor)
"He
cuts right through to the core of every scene with script analysis so
precisely...even the worst of scripts becomes 'act'-able."
Jacqueline Steuart (Actor)
"...the joy that he has as an actor, a teacher and mostly as a human being is contagious!"
Tammy Barker (Actor)
"Matthew
Harrison is a rare find – a gifted actor who has entered the teaching
arena without a financial agenda or ego as his motivation."
Iris Quinn (Actor/Teacher)
"His technique is clear and simple, and he consistently breaks down barriers to get actors to the next level."
Tara Wilson (Actor)
"...permitted me to trust myself and my scene partner - allowed me to be vulnerable while still being present in the scene."
France Perras (Actor)
"Watching Matthew in action is inspiring. If your looking to find your passion in your work, he's the man."
Kurt Evans (Actor/Teacher)
"Your class made me feel, for the first time ever, how effortless and fun and empowering acting/ being an actor... "
Andrea Lai (Actor)
"Jeb has an amazing ability of breaking
down a script instantaneously, as well as accurately personalising the
script with the particular actor." Emma Lahana (Actor)
"...whether
novice actors or seasoned pros anyone and everyone I send to Jeb or
Matthew come back better actors and better people."
Vittoria - (Talent Agent)
"...Jeb
identifies with each student to find what is blocking them from
performing and works with each student individually to overcome their
own personal obstacles ... "
CJ Mikko (Parent)
"I've
been searching for the perfect acting class for a year and a half, and
within the first five minutes of my first class with Jeb, I knew I was
home. Jeb has done more for me in a matter of months then most coaches
accomplish in a year. "
Christie Stainthorpe (Actor)
“Working with Jeb as a coach has had many rewards…his understanding of
the commercial audition process is impeccable. I had the good fortune
of entering a callback room with Jeb. To watch him warm, work and own
the room upon entrance was remarkable."
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