"Monica Payne is a dynamic, vibrant instructor who cares deeply about communicating the truth of acting to her students.  Thorough, intelligent, honest.  She brings all of herself to class and demands the students do the same."

- K. Todd Freeman, Steppenwolf ensemble member

"Working with Monica is a grounding and provocative experience.  She is able to challenge the actor, support their instinct for risk, and bring them back to earth when needed.  Not a second is wasted in her class or rehearsal room; she values every reaction the actor has to the work.  Monica will encourage the actor to do things they never thought possible, pushing their level of possibility through the roof."

- Alyson Roux, Freelance Director

"Monica's classes are very challenging, but safe and extremely rewarding.  I cannot say enough positive things about her as a person and as a teacher."  -Bob Turton, actor

"Consistently staying truthful in the moment is difficult for every actor, but Monica knows how to get you there.  She knows this technique inside and out and she will get you to where you want to be in your work - confident, fearless, and most of all, consistent."

- Anne Adams, actress and Artistic Director of Pinebox Theatre Company

"Monica Payne is an ideal teacher for any actor: talented, non-egotistical, great sense of humor, empathetic, and challenging."

- Linda Gillum, Casting Director for Remy Bumppo Theatre Company

QUESTIONS? READY TO REGISTER? CALL MONICA AT 818/508-6063