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About
As a Golden Globe nominee and a SAG-AFTRA actress for over 30 years, I love teaching and want to help other actors get roles. I have taught children, teens, and adults who are primarily beginners and intermediates. My goal is to help students be more confident with better acting techniques and learn skills that professional actors use.
At 20 years old I went under contract to Universal Studios in LA and had the opportunity of working in many TV Shows and a running role in the TV series San Francisco International Airport, among others. You can check my movies and TV shows on IMDB.
In NY I studied at AMDA and HB Studios. My students have done national commercials, running roles on TV shows, movies, theater and one tv reporter.
I'm interested in serious inquiries only.
Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, work quality, and responsiveness.
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Brooke S.
Jun 15, 2026
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I have really enjoyed taking acting classes with Barbara. She creates a welcoming and supportive environment where students feel comfortable stepping outside their comfort zones and growing as performers.
Her passion for acting is inspiring, and she provides helpful feedback that has improved my confidence, stage presence, and understanding of character development. She is patient, encouraging, and genuinely cares about each student’s progress.
I am grateful for everything I have learned from her and appreciate the positive impact she has had on my acting journey. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking to develop their acting skills and confidence as a performer.
Details: 18 - 25 years old • No experience • To build confidence • To explore as a hobby • Not applicable; lessons are for personal interest • Scene study • Cold reading • Improv • What the teacher recommends • No specific focus • 1 person • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc. • Remotely (phone or internet)
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Arcelia P.
Jul 22, 2026
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She is a wonderful person who works really well with my 10-year-old daughter. She provided her with a script to review, did some improvisation and role-playing, and offered coaching on skills that will be useful during auditions. Additionally, she knows how to make a child feel comfortable on Zoom, helping to get the dialogue flowing smoothly.
Details: 10 - 13 years old • Beginner • To prepare for an audition • To build confidence • To continue professional development • Film • TV episode • TV commercial • Scene study • Improv • Cold reading • Method acting • No specific focus • 1 person • My home, venue, etc. • Remotely (phone or internet) • At the pro’s location
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Tabitha F.
Jun 9, 2026
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Barbara is a fantastic teacher—I've learned so much from her in a short time. When I started, I felt pretty awkward even thinking about acting, but she's helped me feel confident and comfortable with it. If you're considering lessons, I definitely recommend giving it a try.
Details: 26 - 44 years old • No experience • To build confidence • To explore as a hobby • To continue professional development • I'm flexible • What the teacher recommends • No specific focus • 1 person • Remotely (phone or internet) • My home, venue, etc. • At the pro’s location
Barbara Sigel Acting Classes's reply
Thank you Tabitha. I enjoy working with you. Together we will move forward
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Alexandria A.
Apr 10, 2026
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Barbara is very patient and informative within her skill. Every class is met with a professional spirit filled with laughter an education.
Details: 26 - 44 years old • No experience • To prepare for an audition • To explore as a hobby • I'm flexible • What the teacher recommends • No specific focus • 1 person • At the pro’s location • Remotely (phone or internet)
Barbara Sigel Acting Classes's reply
Thankyou Alexandria for that positive review. it has been a joy to work with you.
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Jasmen M.
Jun 2, 2025
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Mrs. Barbara has been a tremendous help with helping me with acting fundamentals and improv skills. I appreciate her patience, expertise, flexibility, and interactive meetings. I look forward to our weekly meetings and conversations.
Price Moore Aspiring Actor & Film Enthusiast
Details: 18 - 25 years old • No experience • To build confidence • To explore as a hobby • Not applicable; lessons are for personal interest • What the teacher recommends • No specific focus • Hone diction and enunciation • 1 person • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc. • Remotely (phone or internet)
Barbara Sigel Acting Classes's reply
Thank you Jasmen. It is a pleasure working with Price. He has grown immensley as an actor.
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FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
i can teach bi-weekly or weekly. If you sign up for 4 classes then the price is $200.00.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I would introduce myself and ask the student what he or she wants to work on and what are her goals? Are the classes to build confidence or pursue as a hobby or a career?
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
In high school i studied at Media Theater in Media, Pa and a summer program at Temple.I spent 2 years studying in NYC at the American Musical Dramatic Academy and H B Studios. In LA I studied with Ned Mandarino.
