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I started studying at Maggie Flanigan’s studio initially because I was yearning for a further exploration of what “acting” is. I wanted to have a deeper look at my craft so I could truly understand if this was what I wanted to pursue for the rest of my life.
I was a dancer when I was younger and I found acting after an Injury. Post-injury I took acting classes everywhere from Miami, to Los Angeles, to Milan… But I soon realized I had only scratched the surface of what it meant to truly study acting. Maggie’s studio offers (and requires) so much more of you than just scene study or on-camera technique each week.
I was placed in the intense (to say the least) reigns of Charlie Sandlan, the executive director and senior acting teacher at the school…
I was accustomed to a very regimented training program as a dancer, so my commitment and dedication was there from day one.
Ultimately, during first year, what I found was a tremendous discovery of “sense of self”. I realized through my work that it can be a scary thing to dig that deep and be honest and present in every moment. Charlie basically makes you find every dark corner inside your body, mind, and soul and stare it dead in the face.
He brought me to “life” every week… Some of it felt great… and some of it felt like shit… Most of it felt like shit actually… But there was nowhere to hide. The blessing comes when you see the light at the end of the tunnel and when you come out the other side… if you are truly committed… you feel completely reborn in the best possible way. I became a better artist, friend, sibling, daughter, and person, because of it.
I only wish I could spend all of my spare moments between those walls of that building, working with those people… Students and staff. It is truly an imperative base to launch from if you are ever going to attempt to tackle the madness that is “acting”. I crave the studio every day and the things I learned there are present in my work in every moment. I will return to that studio the moment my feet land me back in NYC.
My utmost respect and praise is never ending for Charlie Sandlan and The Maggie Flanigan Acting Studio. I truly believe in everything they stand for. — Jess Macallan
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“I was placed in the intense reigns of Charlie Sandlan. I became a better artist, actor, friend, sibling and daughter because of the studio. Even now, I crave the studio every day. What I learned is present in my work every day. I truly believe in everything they stand for.”
“Maggie taught me that I could control my work, my acting, and to throw all of the bullshit out that I had in my head about ‘what I should be doing’ and to just listen and respond honestly, in the moment. She gave me a craft. She is, quite simply put, THE BEST.”
“Maggie Flanigan taught me the true meaning of artistry, passion, and professionalism. I am certain that I continue to work as an actress because of my training with Maggie. At every audition and every performance, her guiding voice is with me. It is a gift beyond measure.”
“Maggie Flanigan is uncompromising, her instincts as a teacher are razor sharp. She doesn’t miss a beat”
“Maggie Flanigan has been one of the most important people in my artistic life. I want to work with Maggie trained actors. As an actor myself, she is my first source. I do not say this lightly, if you are serious about acting, and willing to work very hard, then go to Maggie.”
“Maggie helped me find my sense of truth, an actors greatest asset. Maggie is an expert at instilling that vital ingredient, which allows an actor’s potential to become limitless. My work will forever be rooted in the clarity and honesty she helped me develop.”
“After working for ten years, I did the 2 year program, and now feel that I have the tools I need to become the actor I’ve always dreamed of being. Maggie Flanigan instilled in me a clear sense of truth and a standard of perfection. I am a better actor because of this studio.”
“As an actor, the core of what you have to rely on is your sense of truth and humanity. Maggie allowed me to discover and embrace mine. Trusting my sense of humanity and truth has given me the ability to take risks in my work and my career decisions.”
“Maggie Flanigan has the unique ability to get an actor to the essence of what is true in a moment. She creates a safe and caring environment in which to work.”
“Maggie Flanigan introduced me to my own spirit and my own sense of Truth. Her passion for teaching and ability to communicate are rare gifts to any actor looking for a technique to set his or her talent free. Maggie’s voice has been the one constant guide in my career.”
