Janice Muller
I had such a positive audition experience this past week for the New Jersey Theatre Alliance. I rehearsed and rehearsed and rehearsed, using all the techniques you taught in class, from entrance to exit. And I felt so good about it! I felt like I was in control and had command of the stage. It was powerful. And fun! The fact that all of the theatres that I wanted (w/ one exception) kept my headshot was great feedback, but better yet is how I FELT about it - my frame of mind. I'm moving in the right direction.

Jesse Kearney
Before coming into your class, I passionately hated doing monologues. Now, I feel like I have a system - a craft. I feel like I can take control over my life and make performing monologues a fun experience, even enjoying the "crazys" in the audition room. Wow, the last class was so much fun that I'm still on an emotional high.

Sacha Yanow
Your class was so interesting and incredibly helpful to me. I can't believe I have four monologues that I actually like to do. And I am looking FORWARD to beginning to go out and audition.....what???!! I enjoyed your wonderful blend of humor and rigor while guiding us through the process. Thank you.

Adam Burkey
I cannot begin to describe how your book, class and technique have really changed the way I act and the way I view acting. I worked with Sarah from class today, and I realized how practicing monologues in the past was like swinging a stick around in the dark hoping to hit something. We both agreed we were thrilled to have a technique, and how productive we were in two hours.

Amy Cassel Taft
I have to tell you that I got cast after my very first NYC monologue audition ever. I used my classical piece we worked on in class and got cast in Hudson Warehouse's Love's Labour's Lost. My 2nd monologue audtion? - cast as well! (Currently running production of Sam Shepard's Seduced at Michael Chekhov Theatre Co.)

Mari Howells
After taking the workshop in April, I have become far more focused and specific about the kind of theatre/companies/plays I want to be involved in and as a result feel far more empowered and eager to audition. Because of my shift in attitude, I managed to get cast in an independent film for Showtime and performed in a play at La Mama shortly after finishing the class.

Nicole Du Fresne
WOW! WOW! WOW! - I have been getting called back for every single audition I've been to since taking your class. I feel like an audition animal getting out there and going for everything I can because I feel confident and I'm so much having fun. I write my feedback after every audition and each one gets better and better. AND I don't get thrown off one bit by out of the ordinary auditions.

Riji Suh
I got called in by a casting director I met in a weekend film and tv seminar for a general audition for One Life to Live. And she asked for the monologue that I had been given then - Butterflies are Free - but what I did was reread, refocus, stage, reanalyze, practice the whole audition. I walked in there so focused it was a great feeling. I wrote it up immediately afterward - which was truly grounding and progressive.

Adrian McMorran
I took your audition workshop in Vancouver . I'm writing to tell you how amazing I think your monologue book and concept is. I already had a great appreciation for it after using it for auditions, but now I'm in a directing course and I've discovered it from a new perspective. I just sat through an audition session, this time on the other side of the table. I made a list of things not to do as an actor for future reference, and when I looked over it I realized that basically every item on it was covered in the book. A girl auditioned who'd taken the workshop whose pieces stood out head-and-shoulders above the rest, just because they were so specific, and never let your attention dwindle. I've been singing the praises of this process!

Beth Tascione
I felt so much more confident in myself and with my audition material. I also knew that my blocking would be so much more interesting to watch because it came from within me - drawing on my inner quirks and style. In addition, Having those elements within my control automatically made me more confident as I entered the room; and I must say that I still use the Big/Slow entrance any time I make an entrance - from auditioning to teaching classes - it automatically calms, focuses and grounds me. I would never have been able to develop and perform, my one-woman show, A Slant of Sun, if I hadn't taken the workshop. My last word on this, is that the seed of a terrific friendship was planted in class – Anne and I still get together regularly to work on pieces - for that I am forever grateful.

Ron Palais
I did get into an audition where they asked me to cold read a monologue. I felt real confident going in as I applied the concepts I learned in class, particularly the directing techniques, and I was very available and vulnerable, so I was very pleased with my reading, as were the auditors, I believe. Also, I recently performed in several roles in a play at The Looking Glass Theatre, where the director wrote a monologue for me to open the play with. I applied what I learned in class for that monologue too, and the audiences really enjoyed themselves! The class is very empowering!

Amanda Boggs
I am an actress who spent five years in New York without once auditioning with a monologue. Why? I worked on monologues by myself but never seemed to finish them satisfactorily. Then I took Karen's class! This may sound like an infomercial but she really did "teach the tools necessary to succeed". I moved to LA three months ago, auditioned for a theater ensemble, and was cast for the play. Everything from my entrance into the space to the choices I made in the piece was affected by the class. Most of the auditions I have had in L.A. involve cold readings but the monologue class really helped with those too.

Annette Powers
As an actor, you seldom feel in control. The class helped me understand exactly what I could control in the audition process and how to let go of the things I could not control....I found this to be extremely empowering. Through these techniques I can take control of my audition pieces and show up to my auditions as prepared as possible. Furthermore, the techniques allow any actor to be their own director so an actor never has to approach a monologue with that feeling of intimidation and dread. Simply follow the rules and you will direct yourself!

Margaret Curry
I feel really blessed by finding your class this past December. It not only has helped me with auditioning, but so many other areas of my life. I really feel that through experiencing the benefits of applying the principles of how to approach work in your class [and having checked out Flylady at your suggestion (I'd heard about it before but hadn't gone there until you mentioned it too], I am learning and practicing much more effective and productive ways to approach so many things. I truly credit your class in large part for the sane and enjoyable way was able to put my cabaret show together: I thoroughly enjoyed every single second of it. It was totally self-produced, so there was a lot to do in addition to the creative parts - and the way that I did it was to do the work in pieces at a time everyday. I didn't want to ruin any second of the process with my perfectionism by sabotaging myself along the way. It was truly wonderful and wholly satisfying in a creative way that I wouldn't have missed for the world.

Tamara Bechara
I used to fear the idea of going to auditions, now I feel empowered and excited to go on as many as possible. You helped me realize how important it is to focus on what's in your control: being prepared, handling yourself in a professional manner, and committing fully to the material despite the audition circumstances. I also learned how essential it is to work with a group of actors who support each other and foster a sense of community. I have met some wonderful people in your classes and we audition together and share as much as we can with each other. I think ultimately that's how I've begun to see auditioning - an opportunity to share myself with others."

Jacquelyn Zook
Your class has truly helped me in building me as an actor. Monologues used to be such a chore for me and I would get so uptight for auditions, but now I have a confidence that wasn't there before and the technique needed to keep me moving forward! I have recommended your class and your book to several friends.

Gabrielle Corsaro
I've wanted to let you know that I've been experiencing a relatively dramatic increase in callbacks and good feedback at monologue auditions. This is all due, I believe, to your class and the confidence that feeling truly prepared has provided me. The tools of your audition class continue to serve me well: just tonight I was cast in a show, and got a call back for another. I'll never be able to thank you enough.

Stephen Ashford
Thanks for a great class. I can't believe I have THREE monologues now! I have to say that it was one of the better classes I have taken. It was challenging and rewarding for me on a few levels. Thanks again for a great class.

Cassandra Smith
I found the last workshop to be extremely helpful and enlightening. I still refer back to our classes regularly (And I just had a call-back for the Williamstown Festival thanks to you!) Also, I want to share something I've been doing, maybe your other students will like it. I've been constantly adding to my monologue repertoire and I've been treating them like singers do with songs. I've got an enormous binder where I put each monologue, followed by notes/ideas for the monologue. I've divided it into sections: comedic, dramatic, shakespeare, classical, poems, and I even have a song at the end (though I pity the person who has to hear that one!). I found this to be really helpful for auditions that pop up quickly.

Mary Hammett
I must tell you, I have absolutely loved your class and feel completely re-inspired by everything we've learned so far. I am, in fact, actually looking forward to my next monologue audition (something I never thought would happen!). Thank you!

Chira Cassel
I just wanted to say thanks for the class. It was wonderful. I just finished auditioning for summer stock and I have never felt so prepared and proud of myself after an audition. Actually, I talked to a friend after his audition for the same summer theater, and he was beating himself up about how he did. Of course, I, on the other hand was answering my “five questions” and was thrilled that my days of self-deflation are over. Thank you so much.

Jason Alan Griffen
I wanted to let you know that your basic workshop has totally changed the way I feel about auditions. I used to have one monologue that I would use to death. And I would even occasionally not go to auditions because I knew my monologue was inappropriate, but the thought of getting a new one together in a day or two was out of the question. Well, now I have twelve monologues ready to go and have a list of five more to chunk, block and learn. I'm so amazed that I am doing that. And it's fun, too. I look forward to auditions, now as a way to improve my skills instead of just a way to get a job. Not only do I feel better after each audition, but I'm getting more callbacks than ever. I'm so thrilled with how fun and easy it is. I look forward to working with you again.

Katie Williams
Monologue success story: Last summer I was invited to a replacement call for a dancer in "Oklahoma" on Broadway and I got to the end and they asked us for a monologue after we had sung. I think I was the only dancer who even had a monologue and I felt so comfortable going in there and doing my monologue for them and not having to worry about what I was going to 'do'. It was really comforting to know that all the blocking and movement was set and all I had to do was "act". They seemed very pleased. I don't think they expected that. I didn't get the part because they needed a swing and they said I looked too young to be one of the older girls, but apparently I am 'on the list' if they ever need a replacement for one of the younger. It just felt good to have a great audition.

Zuta Gilchrist
I really enjoyed the class. It’s made such a difference in my career and life already. I'm a little amazed. I went from being resigned to the fact that I had no monologues and not going on auditions and what the hell am I doing anyway! TO I LOVE the monologues I worked on in class and have already performed them in auditions and meetings willingly and confidently. I left the class lit up and inspired and feeling so lucky to be an actor. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you.

Steve Reich
Your class has helped me so much-- especially in that it gave me the courage to get out there and audition and I have been doing that a lot with strong success.

Eileen Heffernan
I found your six-week monologue workshop extremely valuable. It is, without a doubt, the most specific and informative acting class I have taken. I now feel so much more prepared to go out and audition. It has been a pleasure attending your class!

John Summerford
I just wanted to give you another auditioning story to add to your list. I went to an audition today and in the middle of my piece the FIRE ALARM for a drill went off! I'm sure this isn't the first time it's happened. We were told it might occur and the monitor had said that she had informed the auditor and he had said that if it occurs to just stop and he'd just chat with the auditioner until it had passed. The thing is, even knowing this, I didn't want to stop when it occurred. I continued for a while until it became obviously too loud and the auditor laughed and said that he was impressed at how I didn't seemed phased and had told himself I would have no problem dealing with cell phones! Also – he ended up having me do THREE pieces for him! I was so proud and excited to have another one at the ready every time he asked for something else! So once again -- THANK YOU for your class! The mock auditions are serving me well. I've really enjoyed auditioning! I'm excited rather than nervous and feel so grounded in my choices -- it's so great!

Andrea Miskow
I wanted you to know how much I enjoyed your class. I was inspired to work on pieces and look for new ones with an energy I hadn't had for several months. Thank you. I look forward to hopefully taking the next class this summer.

Kate Herland
Thank you so much for probably the most valuable class I have ever taken. Now I promise to go out and practice what I've learned, until I am a really expert auditioner! Thanks for being so patient and fun, and de-mystifying the process while empowering us.

Kristin Dispaltro
You're a fantastic teacher-thank you. I have such a different and more open/aware attitude and process for auditioning and working on material now. Plus-I did not expect to come out of your class actually liking monologue work! This is an amazing surprise!