Acting classes and voiceover workshops in the Los Angeles area?

Question

Acting classes first. Believe me, I know they're everywhere. I used to take acting classes, but the people I studied with are no longer teaching. It's been 10 years since I've been in the business and I'm considering getting my feet wet again (kids are older, I think I can get away from them now!). I was in an advanced class before where literally everyone was working or on the verge. I realize being out for so long I'll need to work my way back in, but I'd like to take some classes and see where I stand and re-type myself if you know what I mean. I'm no longer in my 20's so obviously things have changed.

For voiceover, I've never dabbled in that so this would be new to me. I've always wanted to get into that. I believe a good place to start would be a workshop, but I'm not positive re: who's good. Does anyone know teaching wise whether or not Rick Zieff, Cathy & Harvey Kalmenson, Marc Cashman, Huck Liggtt (Voicecaster), or Sandy Holt are any better than the other?

Thank you

BTW, I do have a list of character voices that I can do, this is not just a whim. I also know that it can be difficult to get into expecially since so many projects are being cast with name actors, but hey, you never know what you can do if you don't try!

Okay, I'll take that suggestion but it's only one. Any reason for your recommendation and does anyone else have any? I do see ads in the trades, but I find it hard to know from an ad whether or not a place is any good. You really need to find out from students who have attended a few different places what their take is on why one place is good for this that or whatever, don't you think? Anybody? Beuller? Perhaps the voiceover question should be separate. Or perhaps no one on here has worked in that part of the industry :-( Awe, I was really hoping for some good insight on all fronts. There's still time! I plan to extend my question.

Answer 1

I can;t help with voiceover. but the LA acting studio that I most strongly recommend is The Acting Without Agony Academy. I think if you watch the trades, you will see ads for voiceover workshops.
Best wishes, Doc