Testimonials

“Hi, Ms. B! I’m so thankful that you helped me learn how to do different accents in my voice when I act. I also had a lot of fun with the monologues and scenes. I just wanna tell you that I got into Bak! Thank you so much!”

I want to take a moment to thank Beverly Beckman Blanchette for her donation to my NYC theater company’s production of Fireface! It is so wonderful to have such a supportive and artistic force such as Bev behind me and my projects. Bev was my acting and directing teacher in high school and she is … Continue reading Benjamin Viertel

Benjamin Viertel

“I was referred to Bev last minute before an important filming of a pilot for national TV. She prepared me and made me feel totally at ease in just one hour. I got the job and felt totally comfortable during the filming. I would recommend her for anyone seeking theatrical/acting experience.” – James Currie (TV … Continue reading James Currie

James Currie

“Ms. Blanchette is the BEST acting coach! She helped me prepare for my Bak theater audition on Zoom and it was actually a lot of fun. She is super nice and really made me believe in myself. And guess what? I GOT IN!! Thanks Ms. Blanchette!” – Luna

Luna

“Hi Beverly! Wanted to let you know that Eva was accepted to Bak for theater – her first choice. Thanks so much for you help! In addition, she told me today that when she was leaving her audition she heard the judges say ‘I really like her’” – Anna

Eva

“Here was my daughter at Bak audition after only 2 months of preparation with Mrs Beverly. Of course, she got in..to my surprise I admit. I could not believe that Mrs Beverly was able to prep her on such short notice. She also trained my daughter’s friend for Dreyfus for technical theater audition in just … Continue reading Daniela’s Daughter

Daniela’s Daughter

“Thank you Ms. Blanchette! She is so happy! Maya did it again. She passed both her auditions, and was accepted for the Theater Tech program at Dreyfoos School of the Arts. Once again, your coaching and support were essential during prep work!”

Maya

“Mrs. Beverley is such an amazing theater coach!! She coached me greatly over zoom, allowing me to do my best on my Dreyfoos audition which lead me to get into Dreyfoos School of the Arts because of her great talent and dedication. Huge thanks to her and the work she put in.” – Jillian

Jillian

“Good morning, David was accepted into the school!” In a sweet message from David, he added, “Ty for your help I made it in the middle school of bak and if you don’t remember me I am David the who could not stay still.”

David

With her sensitivity and close attention to detail, Beverly was able to identify the weaknesses in my audition monologues in just one session. She then guided and inspired me to make stronger, more creative choices. Didn’t take me long to realize Beverly is a fabulous teacher of the craft of acting!

Brian McCormack

Dreyfoos School of the Arts class of 2021! Thank you for your fabulous coaching! ❤❤❤

Mayah

Hi Beverly, I just wanted to let you know that Kerry was accepted into the theatre program at Dreyfoos, yay!!! She asked me to send you a message to thank you so much for all your help during the private lessons sessions. She learned so much and really enjoyed working with you. She gained a … Continue reading Grannia

Grannia

Thank you Mrs. B for the awesome instruction! Ava has been accepted to Dreyfoos!

Lemore

Thank you so much Mrs B for preparing Julia for her audition for technical theatre at Dreyfoos HS! We could not have done it without your expertise!!

Cici

“Thanks to Ms. Blanchette’s coaching, motivation, & support, I am at Dreyfoos where i belong. She helped me become the Thespian I’ve always wanted to become & by continuing with her coaching, I will prosper even more.”

Bella

They created this masterpiece in 20 minutes! Thanks to Randall Delone Adkison, Jas Warren, Lindsay M. Warfield, & Florida Thespians for sponsoring me. Bravo!!!! Your students are so lucky to have you! Have an awesome year!

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From the first time I saw you perform on stage I knew I needed to get in your class. It has been to this day the best learning experience I’ve had. Thank you

Steven

There’s a difference between a good director and a great one. Beverly far surpasses great. I cannot think of anyone better suited to teach/direct. After countless negative experiences with theatre teachers, I was afraid to come to Beverly- but I am grateful I did. She knows exactly how to speak to students at all experience … Continue reading Bianca

Bianca

“I had a great time learning acting skills from Mrs. B. She taught me so much in such little time!”

Sophia

Eryk was very happy with his audition. He loved the school and the whole process. Here he is after his audition. Thank you for all your guidance.

Kate

Working with Beverly is a great pleasure. Her focus on preparing me for my college music theatre auditions is straight on. I recently auditioned for AMDA and I felt so prepared. I am waiting to hear back from them!

Emily E.