Black Box Acting Studio - Latest Comments

Re: PEOPLE CHANGE and that’s O-FUCKING-KAY by Audrey Francis

Anthony TetrizinniMostaccoli — Fri, 03 Jun 2016 14:34:49 -0000

Thanks for writing this. I feel like the more we say these "personal" things out loud, the more we can connect with others and realize "we are not alone" in this, and that may make the transitions easier and the "taboo" nature of all this less so. Your story rings true with me in every way and a question that I have been putting to myself and the people I talk to is "Who am I without the booze?" So far, just a bunch of fear and anxiety, but also, a really sensitive and beautiful person. But... ya know? We'll see! :)

Re: Stay In Your Lane – An Inside the Box by Audrey Francis

Zach — Mon, 22 Sep 2014 09:33:18 -0000

This made me smile and brought a little light into my day :) TY

Re: Your Weekend Buzz (10/10/2013)

Moira — Thu, 10 Oct 2013 11:55:27 -0000

That picture is just fantastic!!!!

Re: Perestroika Me Please by Conor Woods

Courtney Blomquist — Sun, 04 Aug 2013 15:32:51 -0000

Thanks for this, friend.

Re: Perestroika Me Please by Conor Woods

Amber Hargroder — Wed, 31 Jul 2013 14:04:05 -0000

Conor - I love you, and I love this. You seriously read my mind. Thank you for writing this Inside the Box! It was exactly what I needed to hear.

Re: I Guess This Is Goodbye by Tate Geborkoff

Steph Grady — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 11:32:25 -0000

A couple of years ago, Black Box was just this mysterious place I overheard talked about in passing conversation. You, Tate, inspired me to invest in this amazing family of warriors and have been a trusted rock of information. Thank you for your dedication, and very best of luck as a full time writer - that is SO exciting! Can't wait to see what comes next for you :) We'll miss you!

Re: Too Cool for School by Andrew Cutler, 12-13 ACADEMY Ensemble Member

Tamora — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 18:57:22 -0000

I'm sure this will resonate with many other actors as well, Andrew. Very well written, and, as one of the first people who gave you that constructive criticism, I'm very much looking forward to seeing what you get up to onstage when you do drop the "too cool for school" thing. I've seen you when you do it, bro, and it's sublime.

Re: Elizabeth Antonucci on The ACADEMY

Elizabeth Antonucci — Wed, 06 Mar 2013 21:34:09 -0000

I did not know this was posted! xoxo

Re: I am Fearless and Brave in the way I Work and Live by Audrey Francis

Elizabeth Antonucci — Mon, 18 Feb 2013 09:27:39 -0000

amazing. audrey, thank you for continuing to inspire me on a daily basis. risks are definitely the hardest and most rewarding things we have in life. love your guts.

Re: Goodbyes by Audrey Francis

Rick Roberts — Wed, 16 Jan 2013 15:58:04 -0000

Perhaps "Black Box" should offer a psychotherapy sub- curriculum because you have mined universal truths that some PhD therapists could not effectively uncover. Poignant & personal but so relevant to the choices many artists must make...wonderful,thanks for sharing....& oh I'm even more impressed because I for one could never stay on that plane if I were sandwiched between the screaming kid & the obese hominid. In fact if I were seated next to either one of them I might just wimp out!

Re: Luggage by Denise Hoeflich, 2012 Academy

Steph Grady — Tue, 11 Dec 2012 11:08:52 -0000

Well said, Denise. May we all be able to ditch that large suitcase and own the purse! :-)

Re: Heartbeats – An Inside the Box by Tate Geborkoff

Michael Cook — Mon, 03 Dec 2012 15:22:33 -0000

I love this story. While I was in Black Box classes I was really struggling with being an actor and continuing in the business. Once I decided to leave, I felt like I had given up on my inner artist and wasn't sure what I was going to do to remain creative. I of course chose a creative field (strangely related to this story - a career in fashion...) but was worried about how I was to remain an artist. I was reminded of a very dear mentor of mine in college who told me once I wasn't an actor. When I reacted negatively to this comment, she went on to explain that I was an artist, and I had to start accepting that responsibility of being an artist and not just an actor. As I made a move onto a different path, I often had to remind myself that I was still an artist and would always be an artist no matter where life took me.

Re: Fight or Flight – an Inside the Box by Audrey Francis

Mabegale — Mon, 26 Nov 2012 12:39:52 -0000

Yes!!!

Re: Stage Fright, an Inside the Box by Laura Hooper

JOHN — Mon, 22 Oct 2012 16:27:39 -0000

Being in your comfort zone while having some jitters.. Awesome.

Re: Black Boxer Emily Goldberg in GOLDBERG VARIATIONS: SONDHEIM TO HAMMERSTEIN

Sgoldberg — Thu, 11 Oct 2012 14:35:00 -0000

Fabulous performance. She ranges from wacky to heart-rending and has a beautiful voice. Don't miss Emily Goldberg next Monday at Davenport's.

Re: Satisfaction Not Guaranteed – an Inside the Box by Darci Nalepa

Jessie — Mon, 08 Oct 2012 16:52:24 -0000

amen sister

Re: Satisfaction Not Guaranteed – an Inside the Box by Darci Nalepa

JoAnn — Mon, 08 Oct 2012 12:24:19 -0000

well done darci

Re: The King of All Emotional Survival Tactics – Inside the Box with Laura Hooper

Andy Foree — Wed, 26 Sep 2012 16:01:25 -0000

Beautifully written, and beautifully true. I don't think I've had anyone articulate why I enjoy acting so much; I want to "live through these things onstage. Without covering them up."

Awesome.

Re: Inside the Box with Shannon Sullivan

Darci — Mon, 17 Sep 2012 17:46:31 -0000

Shannon did the 'ol Grinberg dance with me and I was taken, with her of course and with the method. After two sessions with her, I felt like my mind and body, who were on non-speaking terms, were finally having a conversation.
Thank you for your insight, Shannon!

Re: Inside the Box with Shannon Sullivan

Tate — Mon, 17 Sep 2012 17:24:33 -0000

As a writer, I'm not typically exploring the piece with my body and when it comes to movement work I tend to be a little frozen. Grinberg was immensely helpful because it gives you the knowledge and the ability to become hyper aware of what is going on on a physical level. Working through pain on a physical level allowed me to recognize where I hold stress and how to fix and change it. It completely changed how I view body work. I recommend it to everyone.

Re: Inside the Box with Shannon Sullivan

Laura — Mon, 17 Sep 2012 17:24:22 -0000

Getting Grinberg-ed by Shannon is the bomb. If you are up for working on how your body holds onto emotions, do this now! Release your fears!

Re: Inside the Box with Shannon Sullivan

Audrey — Mon, 17 Sep 2012 17:10:48 -0000

I've been "had" by Shannon. Both in the sexual harassment way and in the Grinberg way. The Grinberg way was much more enjoyable. I recommend it to everyone. It's incredible what your body holds onto and what happens when someone helps you recognize and release it. Shannon, Grinberg and Human Behavior. It doesn't get better than that.
-Audrey Francis

Re: Dream Girl, A Very Audrey Francis Inside The Box

Rickhcg — Mon, 10 Sep 2012 12:38:29 -0000

Audrey..what a terrific writer you are! Clear,passionate thoughts articulated in print are never, easy especially when the the thoughts are so personal. Yet universal. So pleased Elizabeth forwarded this to me via facebook.

Re: Dream Girl, A Very Audrey Francis Inside The Box

Courtney Blomquist — Mon, 10 Sep 2012 12:18:24 -0000

You have no idea how many of these thoughts are running through my head at all times, Audrey. Thanks for acknowledging it. And whatever, I bet you look ten times better in your dress than that biotch on the train!

Re: Amanda Meyer In BIKINI SHAKESPEARE: MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING

Amanda — Tue, 17 Jul 2012 11:21:30 -0000

We're getting awesome reviews so far from Chicago Pipeline and Centerstage Chicago! Get your tickets, we're just down the street from the Den! :)