Cliff Osmond -- Testimonials

	"Cliff's vision, both personally and creatively, lies in his ability to help a person or actor achieve a greater clarity and depth of feeling both in his work and in the approach in a time when the creative process is being eroded in the arts by economics. As a dramatist, Mr. Osmond's process is an invaluable experience because of his immense dedication to story analysis and by focusing on strict obedience to the author's intention. Cliff maximizes the actor's self-expression and eliminates any emotional barriers or inabilities in achieving that expression. Whether you are interested in personal or characterological motivation as an actor, writer or director, attending Mr. Osmond's class will be a provocative experience. I have used him as a mentor countless times, and he is always an illumination." Armand Assante Actor
	"I first started taking Cliff's scene study and acting workshop in August of 1993. I had just won the San Francisco International Stand-Up Comedy Competition and saw it as a 'necessary evil'; if I wanted to do a sitcom I would have to learn to act. I was a blank slate with no "acting" experience. Ten years later, and more than a few television and movie appearances, and hundreds of voice over acting jobs, I am still enjoying the class. Cliff doesn't teach acting in the 'methodology' sense. He teaches human behavior, which brings out what is real and honest in any actor, regardless of their level of experience. We are taught to fight for a goal and to use any tactics available to attain that goal. This brings out the emotional rage and physical behavior we were not yet aware of. I have never seen a teacher with such a passion for the craft -- yet, because Cliff is egoless; the class never borders on preachy. The class is never about 'Cliff' -- it's about the actors, exactly what an acting class should be. I look forward to many more years of learning... about myself!” Carlos Alazraqui Actor/Comedian/Writer
	"I keep coming to Cliff for training because he's fun and I know he will not B.S. me. He acknowledges my breakthroughs and tactfully tells me if I'm stinking up the place. When I finally landed a recurring role on a sitcom, Cliff watched my performance and said, 'That was easier than my class wasn't it?' It was." Robert Hawkins Actor/Comedian/Writer
	"If you want to be a good screenwriter, the best class you can possibly take is an acting class. That's right. Acting... I learned more in acting class than I ever did in writing class... As far as specific workshops, I can only speak to the Los Angeles or San Francisco area and I would strongly recommend Cliff Osmond. I personally trained with Cliff for a couple of years, and he offered extraordinary insights into the craft. He's not dogmatic. His approach is logical and pragmatic. He has impressive credits and he's worked with (and trained) more than his share of working actors and a couple of big names. More importantly, he's a writer, so he'll be able to slant his program toward your individual goals and level of skill." Daniel Knauf Writer
Click to enlarge	"Cliff isn't just a media acting teacher. He is as good a basic acting teacher as I've seen work... an uncanny eye for truth. I've seen him work with dozens of actors in a variety of teaching situations and he has always been able to help the actor find a key to realizing a moment or focus on a crucial problem in the actor's approach to a role. I highly recommend him as an acting teacher." Charles J. Helfert Theatre Division Southern Methodist University
Click to enlarge	"More than any other acting teacher I have seen at work, he is able to understand where a person is in his development and build on that... He is extremely generous with his time when he perceives that an actor is sincerely at work... He is a sane, talented, warm human being who gives his years of experience in television, film and theatre in ways that benefit the actors without concern about aggrandizing himself... He is the most skillful acting teacher I have seen in my twenty years of studying, teaching and performing theatre. I enthusiastically recommend him." James R. Miller, Ph.D. Chairman, Drama Department Sam Houston State University
	"Cliff has helped me grow, not only as an actor, but also as a person. Because of Cliff, I feel I can approach any role honestly and create my best work. He is a marvel." Fred Pitts Actor
	"Cliff's unique combination of experience, his exquisite clarity, and absolute love for the craft of acting and his students make him a joy to be around. I am inspired every time I work with him." Jon McPhalen Actor/Writer/Director
	"...an acting guru! ...an actor’s library in the flesh." Brett Brock Actor
	"Thank you so much for making a trip to Dallas to share your knowledge -- I was blown away. You've obtained so much insight about acting that I'm grateful that you share it with the rest of the world... I can't wait to see you again in January. Thanks again, Cliff." Mindy Raymond Actress
	"I appreciate your insight, knowledge and experience. All of this with a strong yet gentle command. Kind of like the jaws of a momma bear, who has the ability to rip people to shreds only when the time is right; but when she holds the baby cub in her powerful, razor sharp jaws, it is done with the love and warmth of a mother holding her new born. It is very effective and I appreciate you." Randall Scott Actor/Writer/Producer
	"Coming to Cliff Osmond's class every week is like therapy for me. I learn something new about myself and about the art of acting every single time I attend. Cliff's strategy for teaching is the most honest and real that I have ever seen or experienced. He gets right down to it and is completely honest about every move made. Any teacher or acting coach could sit and lecture, but Cliff does not waste time on that. His class is constructed so that each student gets a good work out every week and learns by doing rather than only listening. I would recommend Cliff Osmond's class to any person who wants to become a better actor and succeed in the entertainment industry." Bri Callahan Actress