Acting studio in the

heart of downtown Toronto.

In Toronto, Miriam has been training actors in weekly sessions for over 30 years. Miriam coaches for acting and dialects on film and television sets and also prepares professional actors for roles and auditions.

• M.F.A. in Directing at York University 

• M.A. in Theater and Dramatic Arts at UCLA

• Trained with Lee Strasberg in his Master Class in N.Y.C.

• Trained with Madeleine Sherwood at Circle in the Square Theater School in N.Y.C.

• Extensive voice training with Master Voice Coach, David Smukler

• relaxation techniques
• vocal warm-ups
• Strasberg Sense Memory and Song & Dance

• improvisational techniques for character
• practical and organic on-camera skills
• monologue and long-term Scene Study
• cold reads and“off-book”auditions
• *All work is filmed on personal SD cards

 “One of Canada’s foremost acting   teachers, Ms. Laurence’s clear and no-nonsense approach to the art of acting will benefit everyone; from the novice starting out to the seasoned pro needing to refocus his or her skills.”

Richard Zeppieri  Actor: Rookie Blue, The Listener, Suits, Covert Affairs, Murdoch Mysteries, The Kennedys, Nikita

 “Miriam pushes your unique talent and gives you the skills to fully express it. She is a Fire Starter; she helps you light the fire and gives you what you need to stoke that fire for years to come.”   

Joris Jarsky  Actor: The Art of More, The Incredible Hulk, Saw V, Foolproof | Dora, ACTRA and CSA nominations)

 Miriam is a strong influence in the career growth of a long and impressive list of recognized actors, directors, writers, producers and teachers.

Our address is:

Miriam Laurence Studio | Integrated Acting System

by Bloor/Yonge Subway Station

c/o David Clarke

643 Yonge Street

Toronto, ON M4Y 1Z9 Canada

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