Nhu N.
7/28/2025
Enrolling in Empowerhouse Acting Studio's 2-Year Meisner training program was one of the best decisions of my life!!! My Experience:I've grown so much as both an actor and an individual through...
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825 Bancroft Way
Berkeley, CA 94710
Empowerhouse Acting Studio, founded by veteran actor and teacher Melissa Thompson Esaia, serves as a nurturing artistic home for actors at all levels in the Bay Area. The studio offers professional training, coaching, and mentorship with a focus on the esteemed Meisner Technique, which cultivates truthfulness and emotional depth in performances.
The Meisner Technique is recognized for its step-by-step approach that fosters freedom of expression and confidence in actors. By incorporating this respected training, Empowerhouse prepares its students to deliver authentic, grounded, and compelling performances in the competitive world of acting.
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Ernesto O.
7/23/2025
I will begin this review by addressing all those actors and aspiring actors out there looking for a solid training program that builds a strong foundational craft in the art of acting and provides...
Jiaxin Z.
11/25/2024
I came to Melissa wanting something more structured and rigorous without having to go back to school full time. Having now completed my 2 year meisner training, I can 100% whole heartedly...
Nicole N.
7/5/2025
I first came across Melissa Thompson Esaia and Empowerhouse Acting Studio when Melissa was a guest speaker in one of Aura Casting's live streams. What struck me most was how much she cared about...
CJ A.
5/22/2024
I picked Empowerhouse Acting Studio after watching testimonials from alumni about the Owner/Acting Teacher, Melissa Thompson Esaia. The common thread I heard in all these testimonials was that...
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