The BGB Studio is an invaluable resource for any actor or writer; it's my home away from home, my artistic community. I've made deep, long lasting friendships with other like-minded artists here who all share the same love for rich, intricate work.

Risa and Steve's style of teaching is genuine, refreshing, and profound. Their deep exploration of the simple TRUTH lets the line between self and character dissolve, allowing every actor to fully shine to their most believable, dynamic, and GENUINE self. AND, they help generate work from coast to coast! I have recently booked recurring roles on MR. ROBOT, GOTHAM, and lots more. This work is directly related to my experience at BGB, and their continued dedication to the curiosity of the moment.

It's been, quite frankly, life-changing meeting you both and getting to know you. The BGB Studio has had a profound effect, not only in my work but in my own development.

How does an individual thank you both for teaching one to be AWAKE? Thank you for the place I feel like is my first new tribe in LA.

Risa is a woman with knowledge, history, experience, language, depth… and balls. I would encourage anyone to take the opportunity to work with this extraordinary woman. My life is richer for the time I’ve spent with her.

Steve’s approach to the work has transformed me as an actor. I know how much I have grown and opened up as a result of his class, and I continually see that same transformation happening to my fellow students.

When I found BGB I was searching for something to take my work to another level, a missing ingredient. What I experienced was a room full of unbelievably creative and daring people and I knew this was a unique Studio. This lessons I learned did immediately, and will forever, change the way I approach material. Within a short time of putting this to use, I found myself landing the kind of role I had always wanted.

A few days after taking class, I walked into an audition. Needless to say, I booked the job and I’ve been on the show ever since. Whether you are just starting out or have been around for a while, this particular training is invaluable.

There's no bullshit with Steve. His approach to the work is straightforward and invigorating. I never want class to end.

Training with Steve absolutely changed my career. He gives me the practical tools and the confidence to book work. His insight, intuition, and passion for the actor's process make working with him invaluable.

I cannot express enough the difference Steve's class has made in my abilities as an actor and the impact it has had on my life. Thank you Steve, from the bottom of my heart.

Risa was able to make me, an agent-less, essentially credit-less actor at the time, ask the question — Why not me? She recognized the artist in me and brought it out and helped me never to be intimidated by external circumstances that have nothing to do with what we do as artists. I love Risa and if anyone wonders who to study with, I always send them her way.

I cannot recommend Steve highly enough. He has helped me find my confidence, and I have grown immensely as an actor thanks to his teaching.

I have known Risa for nearly thirty years. What continues to inspire me most is her enduring passion for, and support of, actors, and the work that they do. It’s her life’s work, and she’s very, very good at it.

The BGB Studio has changed my life. I never know whether to shout it from the rooftops or keep it a secret.