Testimonials

Some kind testimonials from some of our students, in their own words.

"I have been a seasoned business owner and public speaker for over 25 years and still found immense value in Arthur's classes and workshops. My public speaking skills improved and I learned how to speak eloquently in impromptu situations."

-Marcia Melendez CEO Flowerworks Florist & Landscape Contractor

I've been a stay at home mom for 4 years. And in preparation for heading back to work, Arthur Reel's "Acting for Non-actors" class has been invaluable. Applying his techniques, within weeks friends and family have noticed my assertiveness and new found confidence. Thank you Arthur!

-Lia Barron

“Arthur's classes provide a warm supportive environment for a person to acquire speaking skills needed to successfully interact both socially and professionally. Through exercises one is able to develop various tools such as: voice, diction, body, emotion, listening, focus, etc. There is plenty of opportunity to practice these skills with the added benefit of meeting new people from all walks of life.”

“My name is Leona Sokolova. I've been taking Arthur Reel's classes for 3 years. He is confident, attentive, respectful and discreet. I am sincerely grateful to him because I feel more confident, I've improved my conversational skills, I am less fearful to do my presentations and I've overcome my shyness. Thank you for everything, Arthur.”

-Leona S.

“I took Arthur Reel's Acting for Non Actor class to improve my communications skills, which it certainly did. What I did not expect was that it would open up a whole new world of acting on the stage. Since my first stage experience with Arthur, I have performed in various Equity and Non Equity productions around the city. Arthur has the unique ability to bring out the best in each person in a nurturing and safe environment. Arthur Reel offers the best value for the money of all the teachers I have seen.”

-Bill B.

“Arthur Reel creates a safe supportive environment that promotes knowledge, goodwill and kindness. He has inspired new creative pathways in my life that I never knew existed. In a very short period of time I was happier with my life, my self-confidence grew and I was able to accomplish more both at home and at work.”

"Arthur brings to life the golden age of theatre, his passion for the theatre and for his students is unparalleled."

-Nina Maxwell

“Mr. Reel offers innovative and challenging acting techniques through his interesting classroom exercises. I became very much more aware of my talents, as well as my challenges, through his classroom exercises as well as stage presentations. It has always been a joyous experience.”

-NJ. Llewellyn

"I walked into an Arthur Reel's acting class in September of 2007, and my life was changed forever. Arthur Reel has changed my life, and for that I will be eternally grateful."

-Joseph M.

“I began working with Arthur Reel in the spring of 2000. By participating in improvisational exercises with a diverse group of people, I learned to think on my feet and to express myself more clearly. These are skills that have helped me not only on the stage, but in my work as well. Working with Arthur is a great way to discover new things about yourself and meet interesting people.”

-Debbie Workman

My ability to communicate succinctly and effectively greatly improved as a direct result of Arthur Reel classes. Arthur is a master and he taught me how to communicate forcefully and directly which subsequently increased my self-confidence in interacting with others. I highly recommend Arthur Reel classes and workshops for anyone who wishes to advance their powers of communication!

-Alejandro Nunez

First came the communication skills and acting classes for non-actors. I cultivated the ability to speak up, think on my feet, and do a presentation with poise and power. Next came the plays. Rehearsals, group dynamics, opening night jitters, performing... Wow -what a confidence builder- acting a role competently on stage before an audience. It's a heady experience and the techniques are portable. What you learn here is useful in many aspects of personal and professional endeavors. Dare to do it !

-Paul Andrews

Arthur Reel's classes has been a positive experience in my life. I have always wanted to be an actor but I never had the confidence or any experience. Arthur's class Acting for non-actors has given me the confidence to pursue my dreams. I am now an actor and have appeared and have been the Lead in several shows. Thank you Arthur.

-Val Balaj