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Need a talent Agent? No problem. Walter Alza conducs at our studio sessions that will show you how to get an agent. A few times a year Walter directs the Agent showcase for casting workbook with a great percentage of actors landing agents. Bam!
Walter Alza;Stanislavski worked on his craft until his last days. He was well over 70 years old. He was a great actor, director and acting coach. Devoted to the craft.
"I booked a role on a TV show. I owe so much to the studio and the people who make it possible to keep pushing ourselves. Thank you thank you thank you to the instructors and all my peers and most importantly the magician himself Mr. Walter Alza for always believing in and pushing me forward and upward. Much love!" - Trevor JT Ketcheson
"Walter worked with me one on one in preparation for an audition seeking representation. Walter pushed me to my potential and beyond. He told me to take risks and shock my audience. I am now represented by Noble Caplan Abrams and landed a principal role on the Listeners. Andrea Grant e confident with both! Thank you!"
Special Correspondents
"Look for Walter Alza on Netflix Original movie, the highly anticipated film by Ricky Gervais"
Did you know Alza Acting Studio was featured in MTV?
"Walter Alza has given my clients a new perspective, a new approach to auditioning with a focus on being the best they can be, and on winning. Success naturally follows" - Nancy Brown, Agent - AMI Agency
"Act with a winner" - Liz Braun -The TORONTO SUN
Congrats Lea on her new agent & landing more work! "I Just found out I booked a role . I just wanted to say thank you to Walter Alza and the whole #Alzafam for pushing me week after week and keeping me on my toes. I got the role through improv and a cold read, which a year ago were not my strong suit, but thanks to the studio I've gotten more confident with both! Thank you!"
"Alza is the changing face of television. He represents an emerging trend in Canadian programming." - The Mississauga News
"Acting is a craft and Alza has perfected." - Bina Pandya, Rogers TV – ONE on ONE
The truth concerning the passions, verisimilitude in the feelings experienced in the given circumstances, that is what our intelligence demands of a dramatist. ”
—Pushkin's aphorism, 1830
To be a successful actor you really have to have a passion for the craft and the patience to wait for the big break. Although being an actor is extremely rewarding, finding work can be a challenge. The profession requires great commitment and fortitude.
Great actors study their entire lives.
"Walter Alza is delicious as the testosterone-driven, boorish Walter Slavic"- john doyle, globe & mail
"After knowing him for a while I highly recommend Walter's classes. You won't be disappointed."" Stephanie Porter, Porter group agency.
Welcome to Alza Acting Studios Toronto- ALZA means to Rise in Latin -Rise above with us-
The Toronto destination for Aspiring Artists and The Working Actor
It is our mission to develop each individual's truth, body, soul and voice no matter their experience level
Alza Offers In Person Acting Classes - Private Coaching & Online Acting Lessons
What Our Students Have To Say
Alicia Dea Josipovic, lead actor - Degrassi
Star of 100's of episodes of Degrassi
"I'm so grateful to have Walter Alza as my acting coach, if you need to step it up, he is the man. I wouldn't be where I am today without his work".
Alex started with No experience with us to become the Winner of the Academy Canadian Screen Award-(Netflix Another life, Cardinal, The Americans Co Star)
" I highly recommend this studio! I owe my current success to them. Alza prepares you for auditions and work on a real set. The class culture is positive and high energy. A real family-like vibe. An environment where true improvement is harnessed."
Congrats Jadiel On Winning The Star Rising Award and on his new show, StarFalls on Nickelodeon
" Within only a few months of training with the experienced and talented Alza team through their classes and privates, I managed to land a main role in a television series!The Alza method works, trust it!"
-Jadiel Dowlin Emmy Award Nominee (daytime) for Annedroids, StarFalls Nickelodeon
"I would highly recommend this class to any actor looking to reconnect with their instrument outside of set/the audition room."
- Amanada Joy (show creator & star of Second Jen)
Congrats Natalie on her new role in a feature film!
"I strongly recommend training in class and in privates at the Alza Acting Studio. After my first session of classes and privates with Walter Alza, I just landed a lead role in a feature film, a principal role in a television series, and signed with one of the leading agencies in Toronto!"
- Natalie Jane (CBC Coroner)
"I Just won best actor in the short film competition in Cannes! Thanks to the one and only Walter Alza for all his hard work and leadership. I couldn't ask for a better coach and mentor."
- R.J. Parrish, Winner of best actor at Cannes Film festival. (Also seen in Nikita and Transpoter)
"After booking 5 auditions on a roll including Rocky Blues, I can tell you Walter's method works!"
- C. Porriet (Known for The Strain & Standoff)
"After winning a BRAVO Award for Best Supporting Actor I thought a shout out to Sir Walter Alza was due. I studied with him for years, and it's no coincidence that my passion morphed into a career under his teaching. Thanks for sharing your knowledge and talent, Walter, and assisting me in taking mine to new heights. Stay crafted, my friends."
- Brendan Jeffers (Degrassi)
"Walter worked with me one on one in preparation for an audition seeking representation. Walter pushed me to my potential and beyond. He told me to take risks and shock my audience. I am now represented by Noble Caplan Abrams and landed a principal role on the Listeners. Andrea Grant e confident with both! Thank you!"
Alza Acting Studios multiple time award winning faculty has over 50 years of combined professional working experience in film, television and theatre. We are located at Yonge & Bloor for the past 18 years. Our Acting Classes in Toronto cover ACTING FOR FILM & TV & THEATRE. ACCENT Reduction - AUDITION TECHNIQUE - VOICE & Speech lessons. Our Acting classes and private coaching are ideal for beginners, those who want to become actors, intermediate and advanced actors.
"After knowing him for a while I highly recommend Walter's classes. You won't be disappointed." Stephanie Porter, Porter group agency.
Alza Acting Studio has helped shape the careers of actors working in Toronto and around the world, in shows like Netflix Self made with Olivia Spencer, Another life and Super Hero, Murdoch Mysteries, Orphan Black, Degrassi, Ransom, The Americans, Cardinal, StarFalls on Nickelodeon, Second Jen, Androids, American Assassin IT, the Machine, Blindspot, Bitten,Cracked, Flashpoint, Rookie Blue, Frankensteins Monsters Monster, Frankenstein,Lost Girl, Get Rich Or Die Trying, Blackbird (winner at tiff), What We Have (winner at TIFF Inside Out), Hannibal, HBO's Transporter, The Strain and Nikita to name a few... As well as hundreds of major commercials and plays like Big Fish, Peter Pan.
Alza Acting Studios classes are regarded as one of the most in-depth and fun acting classes in Toronto for all levels due to our commitment to the craft & elite on camera acting classes. All classes are shot with multiple cameras and reviewed on large HD screens.
"Alza is the changing face of television" The Mississauga News.
Acting classes in Toronto for Beginners *Professional Actors *Business Professionals
Acting Classes for -2024-2025
INTRO TO ACTING ON CAMERA & ALZA'S METHOD -4 Weeks $289 11 AM - 2 PM (NO experienced needed, click on pic for more info) 1 spot LEFT
"Walter Alza has been an inspiration to many of my clients. He gives them confidence, perspective and a new approach to auditioning which ultimately helps them win the role." - Shari Quallenberg Agent/OWNER AMI Artist Management Inc.
All our classes are regarded as the top of the cream when it comes to Craft. A Studio with 0 Attitude, at Alza (Rise) it's all about the work, passion and having fun. All classes are shot with the highest technology in Canada.
Our private coaching and career planning one on one is ideal for the experienced, emerging and aspiring actor, for those crossing over from Theatre to Film, individuals who want to expand from other mediums such as dance, singing and business professionals. The acting classes for adults and the acting classes for teens will help you become a crafted and working actor. You will learn by doing and you will be armed with the necessary skills and tools to shine in the Film, Television and Theatre industry.
Alza Acting Studio has helped shape the careers of actors working in Toronto and around the world, in shows like Netflix Self made with Olivia Spencer, Another life and Super Hero, Murdoch Mysteries, Orphan Black, Degrassi, Ransom, The Americans, Cardinal, StarFalls on Nickelodeon, Second Jen, Androids, American Assassin IT, the Machine, Blindspot, Bitten,Cracked, Flashpoint, Rookie Blue, Frankensteins Monsters Monster, Frankenstein,Lost Girl, Get Rich Or Die Trying, Blackbird (winner at tiff), What We Have (winner at TIFF Inside Out), Hannibal, HBO's Transporter, The Strain and Nikita to name a few... As well as hundreds of major commercials and plays like Big Fish, Peter Pan.
Alza Acting Studios classes are regarded as one of the most in-depth and fun acting classes in Toronto for all levels due to our commitment to the craft & elite on camera acting classes. All classes are shot with multiple cameras and reviewed on large HD screens.
"Alza is the changing face of television" The Mississauga News.
Acting classes in Toronto for Beginners *Professional Actors *Business Professionals
Class Descriptions
INTRO TO ACTING On Camera & Alza's Technique (Sat 11am)
This class is designed for students who have little to no formal acting training. Actors are guided through an introduction to the craft, as well as an overview of acting on camera. After they complete their 1st session (4 weeks) the actor may get invited to continue in the studio.
Focusing primarily on scene study, these classes (intro, intermediate and advanced) reveal a specific method of acting for the camera tailored by the founder of Alza Acting Studio award winning actor filmmaker Walter Alza (Get Rich or Die Tryn , Flashpoint, Metropia). We also use elements from the techniques of great acting teachers that have shaped the lives of Al Pacino, Robert De Niro, Meryl Streep, etc. This class focuses not only on scene study and character development, but also on the craft by guiding you to explore yourself more.
In addition to covering an introduction to movement and voice for on camera work, this class teaches you how to:
Build Self Confidence
Always be Ready
Character Development
Text & Script Analysis (scene and monologues)
Break down scenes and monologues from theatre, film and television script
Be present and to work objectives and actions
Make strong choices in interpreting lines
Understand tempo rhythm , its meaning, purpose and application
Train the body for scenes
Understand line of movement– in long, medium and close up shots.
Students are also given the opportunity to review their progress on a large screen.
Give Memorable Performances
Effective SCENE WORK
Learn to Accept good feedback and grow
Be prepared to take risks.
Learn Bio mechanics for the Close up
Become more positive with your work
Learn to have more Faith
Time: Saturdays 11am to 2pm 4 weeks $289 + HST Tim Kachurove, Dean Bajramovic, Mike Plyle and Intro by Walter Alza
Intermediate Acting Class on Camera Scene Study (Fri 6pm)
Scene Study For Film & Television
Time: Friday 6pm to 9pm 5 weeks
Cost: $339 + HST
Instructor: Each session will include different instructors In-Studio
A progression and advancement of the work built upon in the Next Level Acting Classes.
Working on Camera, specifically with Walter Alza's technique tailored for film and TV and using some elements of the Meisner technique, Stanislavsky method, and Chekhov.
Continuing to find higher levels of connection in the text and the character in challenging scenes and scenarios. Learning scene study within the language of the director/actor relationship: what the director wants and needs and how to bring that. Working with more detailed aspects of biomechanics and movements mimicking the on-set experience.
Honing finer points of direction and execution, taking risks and having faith in your work and abilities to do so. Continuing to apply key skills and techniques in preparation for auditions, rehearsals, and on-set performances, and delivering the best performance in all three situations. "Keeping it Real on camera"
Each session will include different instructors including potential teaching and direction with Walter Alza.
Instructors: Award Winning Faculty Walter Alza, Tim Kachurove & Dean Bajramovic & Guest
This class offers a specific technique of acting for the camera tailored by the founder of Alza Acting Studio, award winning actor/filmmaker Walter Alza (Flashpoint, Get Rich or Die Trying). We also use elements from the techniques of Meisner, Chekhov and Stanislavski.
This class will provide a master level preparation for auditions, rehearsals and on set performances. Each of these involves different direction and acting requirements. You will learn how to deliver the best performance in all three situations.
You will learn scene study within the language of the director/actor relationship. Directors and actors communicate differently and it is very important to know what the director wants. We will explore the very different energies and needs of the director and actors.
This camera acting class will teach the actor:
Intense instruction on how to wow an audition
How directors communicate and how to get hired
Ability to respond quickly to direction and adapt
What a director looks for in a casting audition for a call back
How a director reads a script
Push your confidence level to the max and make bold, confident choices
How to fully prepare and develop a character for any scene or audition
Break down boundaries and obstacles holding you back
Learn movement and reaction techniques to enhance your work
Learn to give memorable performances
Learn to accept feedback and grow
Be prepared to take risks
Expert level bio mechanic techniques for all types of shots
Connect intensely with scenes and with an acting partner
Explore how to make the boldest choices and execute them
Text & script analysis (scene and monologues)
Students are also given the opportunity to review their work on a large screen.
Shine while on set
May Cover Cold Reads
Time: Wednesday 6pm to 9:30pm 5 weeks $339 + HST
Instructor: Award Winning Faculty Walter Alza, Tim Kachurove & Dean Bajramovic & Guest
Instructor: Each session will include different instructors In-Studio
Prerequisite: The student must have successfully completed the Intro To Acting on Camera or at Minimum of 2 months of professional training in a recognizable acting studio or College/University.
A progression and advancement of the work established in Scene Study on the Intro Class to Film and Television. Delving more deeply into the on Camera work and the discussion of text and character development. Working with more advanced scenes and scenarios and introducing new concepts of biomechanics, scene and story structure.
Breaking down scenes and looking closer at the given circumstances and what they mean. Character Development, discovering emotions and layers organically in your character and in your relationship with your partner. How to listen to your partner and be present in the moment - The Alza Method and "Keeping it Real on camera"
Each session will include different instructors and may have special Theme Weeks to work on a specific type of scene or element of the craft
Our Online & In Person Private Coaching Classes are one of the best classes Wolrdwide Designed for aspiring actors, business professionals varying from sales to lawyers, to doctors and pretty much all types of professions, and Companies. 7 days a week from the comfort of your home. All you need is an Internet connection, phone or computer. Please email us or call us today for more info or to book your private.
In Person Private Coaching Lessons & CAREER PLANNING Pays off WITH WALTER ALZA & Our Award Winning Team
Within only a few months of training with the experienced and talented Alza team through their classes and privates, I managed to land a main role in a television series!The Alza method works, trust it!Jadiel Dowlin (Nick on Annedroids) & Emmy Award Nominee (daytime)
In Person Privates Lessons one on one are on camera and off. Privates are tailored to each individual depending on needs, objective and level of experience.
One on one appointments are available for performers to have powerful 45 minutes with Walter Alza and or our Award winning team. Private sessions work differently for each actor depending on their needs. Using methods developed by Walter Alza, students learn effective character development. One on one meetings allow an in depth approach to connecting with your scenes and partner, in addition to allowing you to make better choices when it comes to execution. Text analysis, audition techniques, and cold reads will also be explored and Craft work. Audition coaching and preparation.
Actors Plan (Blueprint for success) (tm) with Walter Alza
Blueprint for Success is the quintessential session for any actor who needs to succeed, needs a plan or change your existing path to maximize success. Walter Alza, is a Trailblazer, Multiple time successful television and film actor Director/Writer/Producer and one of the most accomplished acting coaches in Canada.
Walter Alza is the changing face of television The Mississauga News.
Walter Alza will share his insights on how to create an actionable blueprint that takes you where you want to go. 30 years of his PROVEN experience At your fingers tips. Discussion of personal development, career coaching, goals, and demo materials are welcome at this appointment.
This hands on session teaches you what you need to do to break into the industry, and stay there or simply taking it to the net level. Think of Walter Alzas knowledge as putting organic food in your system, no junk food. You will get the real, valuable proven knowledge. What is expected from agents, casting directors, what tools do you need
Over the last 10 months I have grown and learned quite a lot from Walter alza and the entire studio staff. So much that after taking The Blueprint private I was able to land a several parts in films and I signed with one of the top agencies in Canada ETM A BigThank you! Emeka
Actors learn by doing. Throughout the journey of this class, actors have the opportunity to practice different tools to improve their personal craft. With a lot of hard work, focus and determination, students learn how to develop a character that can compete with the next person who walks in the audition room or on set.
Using tools from various techniques that have been in use for hundreds of years and Alza s own work, which covers more than two decades, is incorporated into the classroom work, with the result an organic approach for each learner: inner dialog, energy and instincts and bio mechanics come together to take everyone a step beyond.
This class goes back to basics, with a focus on making your instrument work for you and working to create a new person who may not be exactly who you are, but was nevertheless birthed by you. Your instrument is your body, soul and voice. (no audits) Actors must complete INTRO TO ACTING On Camera & Alza s Method & Craft, or the Intermediate class before joining this class or must have prior training experience.
This intensive study of Shakespeare plays and the Sonnets takes close account of the social and political circumstances in which they were written and performed. This broad historicist approach is complemented by a strong emphasis on the diversity of twentieth century critical responses to the plays and on modern productions of them, both on stage and on screen.
The course will develop your knowledge of the range and variety of Shakespeares dramatic and poetic work; examine how its reception and status has been shaped by cultural and institutional factors; and explore themes such as questions of genre, politics, sexuality and gender.
"Walter Alza has been an inspiration to many of my clients. He gives them confidence, perspective and a new approach to auditioning which ultimately helps them win the role." - Shari Quallenberg Agent/OWNER AMI Artist Management Inc.
All our classes are regarded as the top of the cream when it comes to Craft. A Sudio with 0 Attitude, at Alza (Rise) it's all about the work, passion and having fun. All classes are shot with the highest technology in Canada.
Our private coaching and career planning one on one is ideal for the experienced, emerging and aspiring actor, for those crossing over from Theatre to Film, individuals who want to expand from other mediums such as dance, singing and business professionals. The acting classes for adults and the acting classes for teens will help you become a crafted and working actor. You will learn by doing and you will be armed with the necessary skills and tools to shine in the Film, Television and Theatre industry.
12 REASONS TO JOIN THE ALZA FAMILY
Award Winning Faculty
You will Learn by doing
Beginner to actor's pro level classes
Effective Career Planning
Top guests Casting Directors, Directors, Producers
Specific method that will change your work and path
The highest Technology in Canada
All classes have multiple cameras
Playback in all classes
Family oriented acting studio
Zero Attitude
Diversity
Easy to get to us, we are located at Yonge and Bloor
HANDS ON LEARNING
Alza Acting Studio was established to provide individuals with the hands-on skills and knowledge required to begin a career in the Entertainment Industry & or to take your career to the next level
THEORY AND FUNDAMENTALS
Our programs offer theory, craft knowledge, and the necessary hands-on practice to begin working in the Entertainment Industry
CREDIBLE AND REPUTABLE
Alza Acting Studio has built a solid reputation in the Entertainment Industry with several acting classes in our main Studio conveniently located in the heart of Toronto Yonge & Bloor.
INDUSTRY RECOGNIZED
Our students are trained by industry professionals, offering an industry recognized training program that excels in today's Entertainment Industry standards.
ALZA'S MISSION to mentor, prepare and inspire diverse actors and students along the individual creative and professional journey. We offer a diverse and flexible range of acting classes and workshops in Toronto delivered by passionate and experienced industry professionals. You will learn by doing, and will be armed with the necessary skills and tools to shine in film, television, and theatre.
Our goal month after month is to help students become great actors and great actors become crafted actors. Walter Alza's objective is to do for our students what great teachers like Sanford Meisner, Stanislavsky, Lee Strasberg and Stella Adler did: teach what he does with his team of award-winning professionals who are ready and willing to give their passion, skill, and talent to take you to the next level. These masters were directors and/or actors before they became teachers, and Walter Alza is one of the few coaches in Canada who actually teaches what he does.
Walter Alza and our Award winning faculty are regarded as rare passionate, actors, directors and acting coaches who genuinely love working with actors. They have the extraordinary ability of bringing the best performance out of each actor. If you want to be crafted, take your passion to the next level and learn to use effective tools, if you need to be motivated all the time, we are the right studio for you.
"When selecting a private studio/school, look for those who do what they preach".
Walter Alza and Alza Acting Studio are members of TAAS (The Acting Studio Association), where Walter Alza also serves as a marketing advisor.
"Alza has the best Classes via zoom, they are one of a kind" Anabel
Finally, do you want to be set apart from the rest?
- If you don't put the work, you just give the opportunity to someone else to succeed- Walter Alza
Acting Classes and Private Coaching Online and in Person
A studio with zero attitude, Walter Alza Acting Studio's classes are regarded as one of the most in depth and fun classes in Toronto for all levels. We are all about the work, passion, motivation and having fun. All classes are shot with multiple cameras with the highest technology in Canada and review on large HD screens. Our work mirrors what you do on set, not the cold audition room.
The goal remains the same: to become Crafted, to let you express and to get cast more. We see month after month how ordinary people become great actors and great actors become crafted actors.
You will be working on camera in our studio which mirrors working on set with award-winning professionals, multiple time award-winning actors and directors who are ready and willing to give their passion, skill and talent to take you to the next level and help building your confidence with a new set of skills.
Walter Alza is one of the few coaches in Canada who actually teaches what he does. Walter Alza's objective is to do for students what great teachers like Meisner, Stella Adler, Lee strasberg, Chekhov and Stanislavski did - these great masters were directors and or actors before they become teachers. "When selecting a private studio/school, look for those who do what they preach".
Studio Director
Walter Alza
Studio Director Walter Alza
Award Winning-artist/Actor/Director/Writer/Producer/Acting Coach.
Walter Alza (Get Rich or Die Trying, Flashpoint, Metropia) was educated in two different countries, originally from Argentina (The nation of the wine, Tango and great Meat) came to Canada in his teens. Walter's work spans for more than 20 years of with hundreds of hours of screen time in the big and small screen, His ability to artfully portray characters from diverse nationalities in over 40 films, television series' and movies of the week has garnered him rave reviews in the U.S., Canada and in around the world.
Some legends that Walter Alza has worked with include John Candy, Edward Woodward, Oscar Winner director Robert Wise (West Side Story), Robert Loggia (scarface) Paul Sorvino (Good fellows, Mambo Italiano), Leslie Nielsen (The Naked gun), Christopher Lloyd (Back to the Future), Robert Stack and Charles Bronson, other actors, and directors include Academy Award nominee Terrance Howard 50 Cent and Academy Award nominee director Jim Sheridan, Ricky Gervais, Omar Miller, George Wendt (Cheers) Eric Bana (Munich, Black Hawk Down, Hulk, Hanna, and Star Trek).Omar Miller ( 8 Mile, Should we Dance) Katherine Ohara (home alone), Kelly Macdonald Boardwalk Empire America Ferrera (Ugly Betty) Kim Coates (Sons of Anarchy) Jeff Arch (Writer: Sleepless in Seattle) John Landis (Dir of Blues Brothers, Thriller Michael Jackson), Director Ken Finkleman, DANNY WELLS. Adwally Ogunleye (Lost)David Carradine, (Kill Bill) Don McKellar, Maury Chaykin, Martha Henry Paul Gross (Due South, Men with Brooms) CARLO ROTA (24) Callum Keith Renni (Memento)Kim Huffman (Mama Mia, Traders, Looking for Leonard) Rick Schroder (NYPD) John Vernon Yasmine Bleeth 90201, Catherine Robertson (902101, Scary Movie 3) Annabeth Gish (90201, Double Jeopardy), John Stamos (Full House, Fuller House), and Nick Campbell.
Alza Acting Studio was founded over a decade ago at Yonge and Bloor by Trailblazer and multiple time award-winning actor/filmmaker Walter Alza. Walter Alza's work spans for more than 20 years of solid work, with hundreds of hours of screen time and the big and small screen, and titles such as Get Rich or Die Tryin with 50 Cent and Academy Award nominee director, Jim Sheridan and Terrance Howard (Empire, Iron Man). You have seen Walter in Flashpoint; in the six time award winning film, At The Hotel, Metropia (over 80 Episodes). As a filmmaker Walter's feature film debut was sold to 8 different networks across Canada including TMN, Rogers where it aired in Pay Per View and VOD and 7 other networks. Walter directed and produced the winner of the Best Foreign Film in Nevada Film Festival 2010 "Clive Houston, We Have a Problem" - an edgy comedy.
Look out for Walter Alza on Netflix's Special Correspondent with Ricky Gervais (The Office), Eric Bana (Munich, Black Hawk Down, Hulk, The Time Traveler's Wife, Hanna, and Star Trek). Kevin Pollak (The usual Suspects), (Kelly Macdonald Boardwalk Empire), America Ferrera (Ugly Betty, Superstore). Walter Alza is also currently developing various films and web series.
Walter is regarded as one of Canada's most complete and crafted acting teacher. Walter Alza Acting Studio has been crafting Actors for over a decade now.
Walter has an extraordinary ability of bringing out the best performance from any actor. Walter has taught and or moderate at the Actra Conference (the actors union), at various film festivals (and universities), at Equity Showcase and leads the agents showcase at casting workbook a few times a year.
"When Walter acts, you see the intensity of a beast in him." - Academy Award Nominee Director Jim Sheridan Get Rich or Die Trying (Dream House In America, In the name of The father)
"Several of clients studied with Walter and have nothing but great things to say about his techniques. After knowing him for a while, I highly recommend Walter's classes. You won't be disappointed"- Stephanie Porter, Porter Group Agency
"Most people quit because they get discouraged. True warrior's don't get discouraged." I love this quote! Thank you Walter.
Congrats Natalie on her new role in a feature film! "I strongly recommend training in class and in privates at the Alza Acting Studio. After my first session of classes and privates with Walter Alza, I just landed a lead role in a feature film, a principal role in a television series, and signed with one of the leading agencies in Toronto!"- Natalie Jane (CBC Coroner)
Congrats! Alex Ozerov - Winner of the AcademyCanadian Screen Award -(Netflix Another life, Cardinal, The Americans Co Star)
Alex hasn't stop working since 2013 on TV and Film, when Alex started training with us he had ZERO Experience, he has been training at Alza Acting Studios for years, taking private coaching with Walter Alza and in group classes (almost 10 years).
"I highly recommend this studio! I owe my current success to them. This studio is where my journey as an actor began. Aside from the skills and techniques of acting that you learn, the most valuable things that I got out of here is the work ethic, discipline, and the character you build along the way, which prepares you for auditions and work on a real set. The class culture is positive and high energy. A real family-like vibe. An environment where true improvement is harnessed
Congrats Jadiel On Winning The Star Rising Award and on his new show, StarFalls on Nickelodeon
" Within only a few months of training with the experienced and talented Alza team through their classes and privates, I managed to land a main role in a television series!The Alza method works, trust it!"-Jadiel Dowlin Emmy Award Nominee (daytime)for Annedroids, StarFalls Nickelodeon
"I would highly recommend this class to any actor looking to reconnect with their instrument outside of set/the audition room." - Amanada Joy (show creator & star of Second Jen)
"I Just won best actor in the short film competition in Cannes! Thanks to the one and only Walter Alza for all his hard work and leadership. I couldn't ask for a better coach and mentor." - R.J. Parrish, Winner of best actor at Cannes Film festival. (Also seen in Nikita and Transpoter)
"Over the last 10 months I have grown and learned quite a lot from Walter alza and the entire studio staff. So much that after taking The Blueprint private I was able to land a several parts in films and I signed with one of the top agencies in Canada ETM" A BigThank you! Emeka
"After booking 5 auditions on a roll, I can tell you Walter's method works!" - C. Porriet
"After winning a BRAVO Award for Best Supporting Actor I thought a shout out to Sir Walter Alza was due. I studied with him for years, and it's no coincidence that my passion morphed into a career under his teaching. Thanks for sharing your knowledge and talent, Walter, and assisting me in taking mine to new heights. Stay crafted, my friends." - Brendan Jeffers (Degrassi)
"Thank to you Walter Alza for your incredible acting teaching and support" - Maxime Desmon, The director of What We Have; Winner of best film Inside out at TIFF.
Congarts Jake, 3 gigs in one week!
HAPPY PARENT "Dear Walter, I want to thank you so much for being such a terrific mentor to Nat. She has blossomed over the past few years, and a lot of that has to do with her following her interests, and you being there to teach and guide her. Your personalities come together and make something larger than the sum of its' parts. It's gratifying as a parent to see this, and to know that she's in such a safe supportive environment. Thanks Wal
"Hey Walter I would just like to say thank you again for welcoming me into your studio for a class audit. I walked away with some great acting tips from both you and your students that I applied to an auditon I had the following friday and I just got confirmation that I booked the role. So thanks again, you're a great coach!" - Adrian Walters
"Thank you Walter Alza and Studio. Just landed a commercial for a big multinational for a Canadian TV and Web campaign. Practice keeps permanent!" - Marcello Castiglioni
Congrats Lea on her new agent & landing a part, all in 2 weeks! "I Just found out I booked a role. I just wanted to say thank you to Walter Alza and the whole #Alzafam for pushing me week after week and keeping me on my toes. I got the role through improv and a cold read, which a year ago were not my strong suit, but thanks to the studio I've gotten more confident with both! Thank you! "
"Walter was the first one to get me out of my box, and my comfort zone. He inspired me to believe in myself and I will go far. I owe a lot to you Walter." - Michael James Regan, Producer (Backlash)/Actor (Hannibal)