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"Long overdue shoutout to Michael Petted, the phenomenal acting teacher who's coached me on this series (The Promised Land) and whose weekly scene study class is such enrichment and pure creative joy. I'm so grateful for the creative wisdom he imparts and for the incredible cohort of actors there. Actors looking to train that thing you do that makes your work unique, look no further! Join us Wednesdays at Hudson Theatres."

"What I love about Michael's teaching style is that, through his unrelenting passion and focus for acting and teaching — which I think is his superpower — he combines Milton Katselas's empowering acting techniques with his own sensibilities and passion for the art of acting. Which I love. I think Michael is an amazing f**kin' teacher. Full stop."

"Michael Petted was just the coach I needed when I first got the crazy notion to become an actor. It was late in life when I arrived at that decision. I had been a writer, and had always been movie-crazy. But for some still inexplicable reason, I had never really been compelled to try acting. Once I got the bug though, I got it bad. I soon realized that it had chosen me. Not the other way around. I had merely been standing in my own way, intellectualizing away my basic desires and instincts. Once I made that leap, I was now faced with all the questions and insecurities that a new actor faces. After one brief stint with a rather lackluster class, I discovered the Beverly Hills Playhouse and met Michael. I was immediately taken with Michael, and the approach that he had adopted from his mentor, Milton Katselas. The emphasis was on scene study. Get up there and do it! Michael had told me on our first meeting that my life experience would help me on my journey as an actor. It was the first of many nods and nudges that were to help me to grow. For if there is any one benefit that I received from Michael's guidance over any other, it is in the growth of my own self-confidence. Michael's classes always provide the space to grow, to take chances, to discover. His love of the craft and his genuine desire for your success make those few hours the highlight of the week. And with Michael you discover that you never stop learning …… and that you never want to."…" Read more

"It's rare to find an acting teacher who truly cares about each student as much as Michael. I've had the pleasure of training with Michael for many years, as he's provided a trusting and exciting place to discover the art of acting. I've been able to meet a special community of artists, and find self awareness that I take into my daily life. I encourage anyone curious or in search of a new acting class to stop by and check things out!"

"Absolutely Insightful! Michael Petted not only provides a safe, creative environment for you to expand your craft, he is also fully vested in your success! My journey as an artist would not be the same without him."

"Michael has an extraordinary ability to see each actor fully — their strengths, their fears, and their potential. He remembers my performances and what I was trying to accomplish, even when I have trouble recalling. His guidance is gentle yet challenging, pushing me to grow in ways I didn't know were possible."

"Ain't nobody like Petted! Highly perceptive and an expert of the craft--he can spot individual strengths and talent. With grace and a sense of humor, he gently guides us on how we can serve each character and add to our tool belt along the way. Michael offers a safe space to play, mess-up, explore, tap-in, and expand in the art of acting."