“"Kirk Baltz is a director's dream. He totally inhabits his character - capable of improvising brilliantly, immeasurably enhancing the director's and writer's vision of a role." ”

—Taylor Hackford, Director/Producer of PARKER.

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“Kirk is by far one of the BEST coaches out there. He helps you connect with your character so that your performance is truthful, and organic! He's a blessing to every actor's craft!”

—Chasty Ballesteros

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“There is no actor I know with more artistic integrity, love of the craft, and just plain know-how than Kirk Baltz.”

—Philip Seymour Hoffman

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“I was very lucky to work with Kirk Baltz on my short film, SLICE. He coached my lead actor and myself and it was beyond helpful! I was also in some of Kirk's early workshops. Working with him is inspiring. Kirk's respect for actors, directors and writers really shows as his passion for the craft shines a bright light on all those who get to be around him.”

—Christina Beck

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“Kirk is a perfect storm of craft, instinct and empathy. It would be impossible not to learn from him.”

—Joshua Leonard: Actor/Director (Blair Witch Project, Hump Day, The Lie...)

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“Nowhere have I found a safer acting class to dive so deeply into honesty--which only helps to connect the emotional dots when approaching a character. Kirk's an absolutely gifted acting coach.”

—Sharon Rylander

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“I have a deep respect for Kirk Baltz as an actor, director, and acting coach. His way of working is not only easy to comprehend, but extremely effective.”

—Danny Nucci

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“Since studying with Kirk in his weekend workshop, I have become a more feeling and compassionate actor. I am more in touch with my vulnerability and power, which I now bring more freely to my craft.”

—Kari Wishingrad

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“I came to Kirk as a writer/director hoping to simply sharpen my communication skills with actors. I got a lot more than I bargained for. His classes left me a stronger, braver artist with a deeper respect not only for the craft of acting but for filmmaking and storytelling in general.”

—Elgin James

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“Kirk Baltz was the first acting coach I ever had, after arriving in LA, doubling as a standup with some experience and an actor with none. I assumed Kirk knew all. Now that I've studied under a number of teachers and attended a bunch of school; he really does know all. Because he's tough yet encouraging, brilliant yet relatable, conversant yet attendant, Kirk's the man to whom I've consistently returned.”

—Rajiv Satyal

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“Working with Kirk has been a blessing for us here in Trinidad. His intense focus and natural talent for being a great observer serves him well as an acting coach for any level of experience! In his on-line group classes you will learn to find and tell the truth.”

—Teneille Newallo

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“I learned more about acting in a single day with Kirk than I thought possible. His craft is matched only by his capacity to transmit what he knows to his students. He's the real deal. ”

—Paul Solet

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“Working with Kirk has completely changed the way I approach acting. He has helped me bring truth to every character by drawing from my own life, and the way I work has been transformed. I am so grateful to get to work with such a gifted teacher!”

—Valarie Kobrovsky

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“Kirk's acting workshop reassured me that it's okay to take your time, as long as you get there in the end. His way of opening up the actors is both thoughtful and caring...a rarity among acting teachers.”

—Artine Browne

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“My experience with Kirk Baltz has not only been an eye opener to the art of acting - it has been a process of self discovery and realization. Having worked with him, I am a better person and a true, budding actor. The process of "Living Truthfully" has never been so fulfilling.”

—Teri Bovell

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“In only 14 days Kirk taught me so many things, I can use everyday in my work. In our demanding and exciting sessions, I had the feeling that Kirk knew me better than I know myself. Sometimes you need a guide to find that “self” For me, there's no better person to do that than Kirk...I couldn't imagine a better teacher.”

—Mario Ganss

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“Kirk is an actor of great intensity, imagination, dedication and craft. I have worked with him at least a half dozen times and he has never failed to surprise and delight me. He is also a great listener--both in character and out--which makes him not only a solid actor, but an excellent teacher.”

—Aaron Lipstadt

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“Kirk has shown me how to bring my work to life from my own unique truth. He has always been supportive and encouraged me to be fearless in my goal to be the best actor I can be.”

—Suzanne Voss

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“Kirk Baltz creates an environment that encourages me to explore deeply as an actor. As a teacher, who is also a working actor, he shares himself fully and freely. He inspires me to do the same. At the end of just 5 weeks, I am a more confident and relaxed artist, knowing that I have now have tools that will help me breathe authenticity and bring my full life into every performance. Thank you so much, Kirk!”

—Tai Bennett

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“As an acting coach Kirk Baltz has motivated me to delve deeper into the part of myself which makes me a more creative, credible and sincere artist. I am most certainly a better actress with more range as a result of taking his on-line acting classes.”

—Pauline Mark

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“This class will change your life. Kirk Baltz helped me break through two major barriers and opened my eyes to a whole new world of professional acting. He is the real deal. Not a day goes by that I don't use something I learned from studying with him. If you are serious about becoming a professional actor you can't afford not to take his class. Studying with Kirk is the best thing that ever happened to me; not only as an actor but as a human being. He will take you to the next level.”

—Jimmy Hager

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“Anyone can act, but can you “be” ? An artist isn't someone who thrives on shallow action, but inner action to make their work true. You must see their soul. When someone can give you their soul, that profound gift is a true mark of a great artists. Kirk brings out our souls, to make our acting, not just acting, but “being”. Thank you Kirk for changing our lives!”

—Heidi Walcott

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“Believing in the pursuit of artistry and truth Kirk pulls no punches. His work is quite possibly the best fine tuning I have ever given my instrument as an actor. ”

—Neto DePaula Pimenta

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“Kirk's talent for leading the actor down new and unique avenues never ceases to amaze me. I have accumulated more tools in his acting workshops than in any other venue, period. His value as a “triple A” acting coach is immeasurable! http://cynthialallen.com/”

—Cynthia Allen

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“Kirk has truly been instrumental in getting my acting career off the ground. Before we met I could not get a callback. His ability to tap into and nurture my acting abilities has been astounding. I would most definitely place Kirk amongst the best teachers in the industry today.”

—Greg Williams

“Kirk brings to his craft a passion not only for acting, but for people and life. Nothing is more important for an actor or director.”

—David Zeiger

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“This wonderfully rigorous acting workshop will turn your insides out. After all, that’s what we do; expose ourselves emotionally to an audience. Kirk conducts us through a technique to achieve this with sincerity and commitment.”

—Marianne Shine

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“While working with Kirk as an acting coach, I learned better techniques for uncovering deep-seated feelings which enable me to create more believable characters. I would recommend Kirk Baltz to anyone who is serious about acting.”

—Bob Elkins

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“I have never found anything so hard or so rewarding in my life. Kirk’s workshop helped me to feel like the actor within me has grown up and become whole. I now understand, for the first time, what direction I need to be going in. I feel open, I feel free, I feel like a new person. Thank you Kirk!”

—Bryony Meredith

“"In the beginning, actors study to see themselves. Only to eventually find true creation in the losing of oneself in a given character. Kirk’s gift is in his ability to bring a student full circle." thanks Kirk for a great first session... ”

—John “Ty” Williams

“In life we have many choices; one can choose to be a ticking time bomb or a countdown to something great. Kirk Baltz has taught me how to release both (what I used to call) positive and negative energy and turn it into something absolutely radiant using remarkable technique. I am on my way to becoming an actress with talent and a strong sense of craft.”

—Dana Anna-Lisa Pooran

“Kirk’s coaching techniques opened me up emotionally while helping me reconnect with my true self. I was able to take his work and apply it to not just one monologue but have used it time and time again.”

—Valerie Sheppard

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“Working with Kirk Baltz really opened my eyes to a new approach of connecting with my entire “self”. His work re-enforces the fact that to know my character, I must first know “me”. With his passion and belief in us all, a safe place was quickly created to develop and explore the unneeded boundaries we all confine ourselves within. He is a truly gifted teacher.”

—Zac Abbott

“Kirk is more than an actor or a teacher...he is nothing but Pure Inspiration to me! He is a truly gifted individual who brings out nothing but the best and has taken me to another level as an artist and a human being!”

—Rebecca Elias

“Due to Kirk’s on-line classes, I realized what was missing from my performances; that deeper element of emotional realness. While also teaching me a proper method to achieve this level of performance, he inspires and pushes me to put my best foot forward. I always look forward to upcoming group classes.”

—Kearn Samuel

“Kirk Baltz, he has taught me the significance of embracing my life experiences.. He has improved my ability to not only identify my personal strengths and weaknesses, but to apply such vulnerabilities and attributes to my acting. Kirk has an exceptional way of communicating and his commitment is second to none. I am truly grateful and humbled by the opportunity to have studied with Kirk, but more importantly to have meet and befriended such an amazing teacher.”

—Rich Ting

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