G r e g N a t a l e A c t i n g S t u d i o Meisner Technique Scene Study Private Coaching Training for actors serious about their craft Testimonials : Former Students "Greg Natale's grasp and instruction of the Meisner technique remains the best I have had the privilege of studying. I consider his depth and strength in teaching this technique integral in my personal successes and abilities as a professional actor. I endorse his abilities as a teacher of advanced acting without hesitation… I implement the tools and techniques I learned from him in both acting and directing to this day. He ranks as one of the top teachers I have studied with." Ethan Matthews•AEA (aka. Matthew Erickson) Actor/Director/Producer BFA - Theatre, University of Buffalo MFA - Theatre, Purdue University Artistic Director: The BE Company (NYC) Producing Artist: Studio 42 (NYC) __________________________________________________________________________ “Greg Natale is simply the best acting instructor I have had the pleasure to study under. Greg has the ability to instill in an actor the confidence to be able to put all your attention on your partner and develop the skills to really listen to what is being said in the moment. Even after attending The Neighborhood Playhouse (The acting school Sanford Meisner established.), what I learned from Greg is at the forefront of my training.” Amanda Casarella BFA – Theatre, University of Buffalo Neighborhood Playhouse (NYC) __________________________________________________________________________ "Greg Natale was one of the most important acting teachers I've ever had. He has such an innate understanding of the Meisner technique that is hard to find, even in New York City. I use the skills he taught me in every single one of my shows and auditions." Adam Zelasko BFA – Theatre, University at Buffalo Legally Blonde - Broadway Cast __________________________________________________________________________ “When I first started in the acting program at the University of Buffalo, Greg Natale's Meisner course was already legendary. The upperclassmen in the theatre program informed us that… we wouldn't really know how good we could be and how far we could go as actors until we learned Meisner techniques from Greg. They were right.” Tim Eimiller BA Theatre, University of Buffalo __________________________________________________________________________ “Greg Natale is a very intuitive and thorough teacher… His personality, style, and wealth of professional experience was a real blessing… I would gladly recommend him to anyone wanting to study acting.” Tom MacVittie BFA – Theatre, University of Buffalo __________________________________________________________________________ “… This class in college was an unparalleled blessing and the skills I absorbed not only made me a better, braver actor but it made me a more honest and confident human being. Greg has a way of yanking out brilliance from a person who never knew it was there. I very much admire how he cares enough about the work and about his students to never let them fall short of their best… It's definitely exhilarating and a little scary sometimes, but you always feel safe enough to go to the places one needs to go in order to grow… The gifts he’s given me and the things he’s taught me are with me everyday of my life, he is a gifted teacher …” Hallie Clarke BFA - Theatre, University of Buffalo __________________________________________________________________________ “… one class that has left a permanent mark on my personal development as both an actor, theatre educator, and human being was Greg Natale's Meisner class… it proved to be a foundation for my growth as a performer. Meisner taught me about truth on stage, and most importantly being true to myself when I am performing. Greg's class will help you reach beyond the surface and find the honest qualities in your acting…” Erica N. Giglio BFA - Theatre, University of Buffalo MA Candidate - Program in Educational Theatre, New York University __________________________________________________________________________ “Greg Natale’s Meisner based acting training will change your life. It makes you understand who you are and causes you to honestly be affected by what you believe in. As a result of this training… my listening skills have improved tremendously. Patrick A. Cameron BFA Candidate - Theatre, University of Buffalo __________________________________________________________________________ "Greg has been one of the most influential teachers and directors that I have ever worked with. You will finally understand what it means to “Be” rather than to “Act”… he pushes you to places you didn't think you could go… The way he applies acting to real life will change the way you look at it. I had never been as aware of myself, and the people around me, both onstage and off until I had Greg as a teacher... " Maxim Gukhman Actor•AEA (NYC) BFA – Theatre, University of Buffalo __________________________________________________________________________ “In my four years of studying theatre and acting in college, there is not one teacher who had a larger influence on me than Greg Natale. His passion for the art of acting, genuine care for his students, and high level of intensity motivated and pushed me to better myself as an actor and examine truly who I was as a person. I learned skills of listening and preparation, as well as scene and character study that I will use forever in my technique as an actor. It was an honor to have him as a teacher.” Kristin Bentley BFA – Theatre, University of Buffalo __________________________________________________________________________ “… When you learn from Greg, you not only learn your craft, but about yourself. He won't just teach you to be a great actor but a great director and person too!” Alyssa Wentling BA – Theatre, University of Buffalo 1st Year - Neighborhood Playhouse (NYC) __________________________________________________________________________ “More than a professor or director, Greg Natale proved to be a friend during my four years at the University at Buffalo. His affection for theatrical art, down to earth mentality and "you can do this" spirit helped create the best work I have done to date… The Meisner method will always be my "go to" technique when I struggle with a character, a line or even a word.” Megan Benjamin BFA – Theatre, University of Buffalo __________________________________________________________________________ "He is one of the most passionate acting teachers you will ever meet. He will support you, push you, praise you and kick your ass; he will never let you get away with bad acting, and he will make you want to push yourself further and further. I had taken classes and done shows before, but my real acting training started with Greg Natale." Bryan Patrick Stoyle BA – Theatre, University of Buffalo __________________________________________________________________________ “Greg Natale is truly one of the best acting teachers I have come across. With the Meisner technique I was able to realize fantastic abilities that I had as an actor. It opened me up to experiences I didn’t know I could have and gave me a deeper understanding of not only acting, but life in general. Mr. Natale’s style of teaching is a must for this technique. He knows exactly what questions to ask and how hard to push his students to achieve the level of commitment needed to be successful with the Meisner technique.” Ryan Cupello BFA Candidate – Theatre, University of Buffalo __________________________________________________________________________ “Greg is a very passionate and hard working director, actor, and acting coach. He has a great eye for the theater. Working with Greg inspires you to want to go into the profession. His serious approach to acting is exactly what a student wants in order to succeed in the business.” Tim Voit BFA – Theatre, University of Buffalo __________________________________________________________________________ “Greg pushed me to find honesty and truth in what I do. His classes are challenging and intense both as actor and student, and always in the context of completely safe environment. Some of the most valuable experiences I've had.” Stephen Stocking BFA - Theatre, University at Buffalo __________________________________________________________________________ “… Greg created an environment in which I was completely free to be myself. It was in this environment that I was able to discover aspects of myself that I may have never even touched upon if it was not for Greg's constant guidance, his guidance allowed me to learn new things about my personal character that have been immensely helpful for my acting…” Valerie Yawien BFA Candidate Music Theatre, University of Buffalo __________________________________________________________________________ “Greg Natale is extremely passionate and knowledgeable about acting as both a career and an art form. He is always willing to put forth a truly incredible amount of effort into creating excellent work with technique and a passion that resonates in any actors work. He cannot be recommended higher as an acting coach.” Mike Young BFA Candidate - Theatre, University of Buffalo __________________________________________________________________________ “Greg is a wonderful teacher and mentor. His honest feedback, along with his wisdom, experience and genuine care for his students help one to hone his or her own craft and find him or herself through one's work; whether it’s the basics or more advanced method and scene work. The level of commitment and dedication to his students are indescribable and his “tell you like it is” attitude has made me into the artist I am today and strive to be.” Loramarie Muratore BFA Candidate – Theatre, University at Buffalo __________________________________________________________________________ “Greg Natale is a wonderful teacher for students looking to learn more about acting. He really pushes you to strive for excellence, caring deeply for his students. I have learned many things about my acting from him, as well as who I am as a person. I highly recommend you take class with him!” Andrew King BA Theatre, University of Buffalo Actor-Theatre of Youth __________________________________________________________________________ “Greg Natale has been the source of great acting inspiration and direction for me. He has instructed me for three years and has helped me to grow as an actor as well as a person. With his hands on teaching technique he offers both a safe environment, conducive to leaning and a comfortable atmosphere in which a young actor can experiment. This comfort allows the actor to grow both as a person and most importantly an artist.” Winston Duke BA Theatre, University of Buffalo
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