Acting Studio
“Gradually, you will experience more and more of that strong feeling which may be called an actor’s presence on the stage. While facing the audience you will never be self-conscious, never suffer from any kind of fear or lack of confidence in yourself as an artist.”
Chekhov Studio International is an Acting Studio devoted to Brave, Emotionally Available, Physically Capable, and Viscerally Captivating Acting that leads to Unforgettable Performances.
We offer training, and opportunities for performing both at professional, and advanced student level. We produce professional theatre productions, film, and student showcases.
The Best-Kept Secret
Michael Chekhov Technique is one of the best kept secrets in Hollywood, and still quite unknown for the aspiring actors in Los Angeles. This is surprising, since such actors as Jack Nicholson and Anthony Hopkins both acknowledged the power of using the technique in their own work. To learn more about Michael Chekhov, click here.
Marjo-Riikka Makela is a Director, Master Teacher and Acting Coach. She has worked extensively with the Michael Chekhov Technique. Ms. Makela received her training at the Russian Academy of Dramatic Arts (GITIS) and also holds and MFA in Acting from CSULB. She is currently a company member of the Actors’ Gang. Marjo-Riikka has specialized in a variety of acting techniques and is a long-standing member of the Michael Chekhov Association.