AN ATELIER FOR SCREEN ARTISTS

"Dustin’s class is truly like no other. With the experience he has and the knowledge he contains, I’ve truly learned more taking this class about the industry than any other. His rawness and ability and willingness to connect truly makes his class feel at home. If I could more than 5 stars I would!"

- Alex M

“This class is an amazing example of what can happen when like-minded people with a love for their craft come together. Dustin has curated a great atmosphere with the goal to get everyone working. Dustin’s teaching style is real and raw, but the intent is never to break you down, only to build you up. And if that isn’t meshing with you, he adapts accordingly to give you what you need to be successful. Listening and responding. His insight into the business side of this industry is something I’ve personally found to be invaluable.”

— Josh L

"For me I’m a really big environment person. I feel like my work is always affected by how warm a room is. And when I work with Dustin it’s always so easy to enter a space because of how well he talks and sets the tone of the room. He doesn’t let things slip through the cracks. It demands everyone else to be on top of their game to prevent anyone from getting disrespected. And he respects you as an artist which in this industry can be overlooked."

— Faith W

"If anyone is interested in pursuing acting, Dustin's class is a wonderful choice. Dustin our teacher brings a lifetime of experience to every class. You will learn the foundation and have the tools to craft any performance into one worth watching!"

— Mitch M

“Dustin has challenged me personally as an actor to be transparent, to be vulnerable and to not hold back. Which is something I think I do a lot emotionally. My emotions are usually tucked away and once I’m in a scene and doing something and he calls me out for hiding my emotions it’s like he can see it before I can even tell that I’m doing it. I think me as an actor, before coming here I was sorta just winging it. And this has helped me find who I am and who I want to be as both a person and an actor.”

— Kennedy C

"If you are looking to hone your skills or you are just getting into acting this class is absolutely what you need. Dustin challenges everyone and teaches by example. There is no BS in this class so everything that goes on you can use to advance your career. His class is raw, fresh and fun. As a disabled actor I value my time and Dustin’s weekly class is the best investment I make monthly."

— Annalisa B

"After investigating several acting classes it became REALLY OBVIOUS that this was THE BEST option for several reasons: 1. I wanted a teacher who’s actually an industry professional (most classes are taught by wannabes) and this was it, Dustin really has a talent for noticing what I need to improve on. 2. I didn’t want a teacher who just pats me on the back, tells me a did a good job and to “go along now and pick Mary golds.” Dustin’s lets you know when you did a good job and lets you know what you should improve on. No growth in the comfort zone right?? 3. The class is full of kind and like-minded people, it’s cool to see how accepting they are of new people. I really couldn’t find a class that simultaneously pushed me outside of my comfort zone and made me feel good about the progress I’ve made before coming to Acting and Cold Brews. 10/10 recommend!"

- Vincent G

"I love this class. I would recommend Dustin for any serious actor. He teaches from vast experience and cares deeply about the art and his students."

- Keith Phelps

"I have taken serval types of acting course from Dustin throughout the years. Recently have taken his scene study class in his beautiful full equipped studio. Dustin course is intense with active participation and constructive feedback to help you as an actor to improve your craft. The class size is small allowing actors lots of time time to work on various techniques from cold reads, scene study, building and other skills. This class is perfect to help build skills as an actor that you may need to bring our improve. Also prepare you for your next audition. Dustin is a skilled actor with countless experience in the industry. He has created an affordable class to extend his skills to help other actors who want to achieve their goals."

- Alicia M

"I’ve watched myself grow internally as an artist since I joined the class and I am a way different actor, I am a craftsman now and I have Dustin to thank."

- DJ P