Terry Knickerbocker Studio

Awesome training. Terry and his select staff of awesome teachers are committed to excellence of themselves and each student. They will teach you techniques to access and construct performances that are the best version of yourself for each and every role.
Do it. Just do it.

The growth and profound self exploration experienced through taking this journey with Terry is unparalleled; I've never felt so connected to who I am, and who I am becoming. It has opened my eyes, mind and heart to the deepest aspects of my persona, and I couldn't be more grateful to have found TKS. Not only is the work challenging and highly rewarding, the space created is a safe haven, which allows an openness to experiences that are free of judgement. The keen awareness that Terry and faculty have into each student's essence allows you to flourish both as an artist and human. If you're looking for a comprehensive training that explores all facets of who you are mentally, emotionally, physically and even spiritually, you've come to the right place. This studio is everything.

If you are a holistically minded actor and committed to being an artist then this studio is the best place to train. The faculty is wise and commits themselves outright to the blossoming of each student and the ensemble as a whole. This is not a studio to simply plow thru the different level courses. Each student is invited to explore the difficult and delightful aspects of their work, and the teachers demonstrate great respect, patience, and joy in the work.

I just finished my first year in the conservatory program and cannot stress enough how this studio has made me a better actor/thinker. The work permeates life, serving both the student and the studio as a whole.

Terry is the best teacher I have ever had, in any subject, across all academic and artistic boundaries. What he has taught me about acting may be secondary to what he has taught me about my approach to life. He is responsible for cultivating my sense of communication and interaction with other people, and how to be fully engaged with the world around me. It wasn't until working with Terry that I learned how to listen - really listen to other people - and move beyond any self involvement (I had a lot) in order to be present in the moment I am currently in. Terry models this behavior by being with you in every moment - engaged, active, and alive - while taking as much time as it takes to nurture this process for every student that walks through the door. It is to him, that I owe my maturation as both, a person, and an actor. Over the course of 10 years of studying with him, I continue to gain valuable insight and new perspectives with every class. I admittedly remain a work in progress, but I have complete faith and trust in Terry to continue guiding me for the next 10 years, and beyond. I look forward to the person he will help me to become.

Truly, I cannot recommend training at this studio enough. Studying with Terry has been one of the best decisions I have ever made. Not only is Terry filled with knowledge and wisdom about acting and the industry, but he is also incredibly perceptive, kind, and overflowing with truth and empathy. This program has changed my life and has helped prepare me to be the best actor I can be. All of the teachers here are top notch, professional and immensely passionate and caring. The studio itself is beautiful, clean and very welcoming. I am forever grateful that I was able to study here.