Teachers

Lyanka Gryu

Lyanka Gryu is an actress with international experience in Russia, America and Europe. For more than 30 years, Lyanka has been professionally acting in theater, film and television. She puts her experience and skill into working with students with sincere passion. Using many techniques of classical and modern acting schools, as well as unique exercises developed by her especially for the master class.

Lyanka received her Master degree in fine arts at the All-Russian State University of Cinematography in Moscow. And for many years she improved her professional skills in Rome, NY and Los Angeles.

Marcel Simoneau

Originally from Québec, Canada, Marcel is an actor / director based in NYC. He’s appeared on Network Television, Independent films, plays and his voice has been heard in countless commercials and shows.

Combining many techniques and years of experience Marcel helped numerous actors to chief their goals, master their skills, get to the next level in their career.

He currently teaches at New York University and The Lee Strasberg Theatre Institute (NYC). He previously also taught Meisner at The Neighborhood Playhouse (NYC).

He studied at The Lee Strasberg Theatre & Film Institute, NYU, Columbia University, The Actors Movement, and the Maggie Flanigan Studio.