What They Say
About Alza.
From award-winning actors and industry agents to first-time students who just booked their first role — here's what training at Alza really does.
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Industry & Agents
What the people who represent, direct, and cast actors have to say about Walter Alza and the studio.
"When Walter acts, you see the intensity of a beast in him."
Jim Sheridan
Academy Award-Nominated Director
Get Rich or Die Trying
In the Name of the Father
Get Rich or Die Trying
In the Name of the Father
★★★★★
"Walter Alza has been an inspiration to many of my clients. He gives them confidence, perspective, and a new approach to auditioning — which ultimately helps them win the role."
Shari Quallenberg
Agent & Owner · AMI Artist Management Inc.
★★★★★
"Walter has given my clients a new perspective, a new approach to auditioning with a focus on being the best they can be, and on winning. Success naturally follows."
Nancy Brown
Agent · AMI Agency
★★★★★
"Several of my clients studied with Walter and have nothing but great things to say about his techniques. I highly recommend Walter's classes. You won't be disappointed."
Stephanie Porter
Agent · The Porter Group Agency
★★★★★
"Walter Alza is one of those rare actors — it's hard to tell he's acting. The fact is, he isn't acting, he's being real. And that's exactly what he teaches his students."
Sidney Furie
Director · Superman IV · The Appaloosa
★★★★★
"As I have traveled through my career, few actors have impressed me as much as Walter Alza. In my opinion, Walter can only be a help to anyone he works with and will shine in any role he takes on."
Omar Miller
Actor · Sinners · 8 Mile · Get Rich or Die Trying · Law & Order
★★★★★
"I was observing part of the session that you taught — a thoughtful and inspiring presentation."
Karl Pruner
ACTRA President · Actor
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Award-Winning Alumni
Actors who trained at Alza and went on to win awards, land leading roles, and build real careers in film and television.
Award Winner · Brilliant Minds · The Americans
★★★★★
"I'd like to pay special thanks to the person instrumental in my development as an actor. Sir Walter Alza took me under his wing when I had absolutely no knowledge of the craft. He saw something I didn't. He believed in me. It's the values, the discipline, his mentoring — that I have to thank him for. I wouldn't be in this position without you, Walter."
Alex Ozerov
Brilliant Minds · The Americans · Award-Winning Actor
Emmy Award Nominee · Nickelodeon
★★★★★
"After just a few months of training with the talented Alza team, I landed a main role in a TV series. The Alza method works — trust it!"
Jadiel Dowlin
Emmy Award Nominee · Annedroids · StarFalls (Nickelodeon)
BRAVO Award · Best Supporting Actor
★★★★★
"After winning a BRAVO Award for Best Supporting Actor, I thought a shout-out to Sir Walter Alza was due. It's no coincidence that my passion morphed into a career under his teaching. Thanks for taking my talent to new heights."
Brendan Jeffers
BRAVO Award Winner · Best Supporting Actor
Best Actor · Cannes Film Festival
★★★★★
"I just won best actor in the short film competition in Cannes! Thanks to the one and only Walter Alza for all his hard work and leadership. I couldn't ask for a better coach and mentor."
R.J. Parrish
Best Actor · Cannes Film Festival · The Transporter
Award Nominee · Star of Degrassi
★★★★★
"I am so grateful to have Walter Alza as my acting coach. If you need to step it up, he is the man."
Alicia Dea Josipovic
Award-Winning Actress · 100+ Episodes of Degrassi · Reign
Show Creator & Star
★★★★★
"I would highly recommend this class to any actor looking to reconnect with their instrument outside of set and the audition room."
Amanda Joy
Show Creator & Star · Second Jen · City TV
Starring · Bitten · TIFF Winner
★★★★★
"Working with Walter allowed me to hone in on scene study and character development. He has an honest and raw approach that allowed me to step into a natural realm of my craft."
Elma Begovic
Starring in BITE · LA Times — One of the 5 Horror Films to See
The Strain · Standoff
★★★★★
"After booking 5 auditions in a row including Rookie Blues, I can tell you Walter's method works!"
Craig Porriet
Known for The Strain & Standoff
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Real Results.
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Real Results.
Real Bookings.
These are students who trained at Alza and booked — leads, principals, agents, and series. This is what the method produces.
→ Signed with Top Canadian Agency ETM
"In just 10 months, I've grown immensely. After taking the Blueprint Private, I landed several film roles and signed with top Canadian agency ETM."
Emeka Menakaya
→ Lead Role · Feature Film
"Just landed a lead role in a film. Walter said during the private reading: 'This is you. There is nobody else in the market that can do this.' Thank you so much."
Marcello C.
→ Agent Signed · Noble Caplan
"I am now represented by Noble Caplan. They said I was great. I did everything you told me to do. I actually think I shocked them."
Andrea Grant
→ Lead Role + Principal TV + Agency Signed
"After my first session of classes and privates, I landed a lead in a feature film, a principal in a TV series, and signed with one of the leading agencies in Toronto."
Natalie R.
→ 6 Auditions · 3 Booked
"I had six auditions and booked three. A huge thanks to Walter for giving me invaluable tools, to Tim for filling in the gaps, and to Dean for great direction."
Jake Zabusky
→ Principal Role · Nikita
"In the past two months I have learned so much from Walter and Dean, which helped me get a principal role on Nikita. Thank you guys."
Alen Delain
→ First Audition, First Booking
"I just landed the very first audition I did since I began training. I hope this keeps up! Thank you Walter Alza and fam!"
Marcelo Pinero
→ 3 TV Episodes · 3 Films · 4 Commercials
"Since May I have booked 3 TV episodes, 3 short films, 4 commercial spots and 2 plays. I know I would not be pursuing my passion as deeply had I not met and worked with Walter."
Trevor Ketcheson
→ Lead in Feature + Principal TV
"I booked a Bud Light Superbowl commercial, a TV show on Slice Network, and a lead in a feature film. Studying with Walter is one of the most important things you can do for your acting career."
Katerina Maria · AMI
→ CBC Episodic + Multiple Bookings
"Thanks to Walter's coaching and advice, I've booked an episodic for the CBC and just booked another gig this week. I am indebted to the studio."
Trisha
→ 3M+ TikTok Following
"I used to be so awkward on camera, but thanks to Walter and the Alza team, I grew my TikTok following to over 3 million."
Chris Fahmy
→ Principal Parts · First Two Auditions
"Because of Walter's refined method and encouragement, I was able to land principal parts from the very first two auditions I ever went to in my life."
Frank Longo
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Parents & Families
What parents say about Walter's work with their children — because Alza is a family studio, and families notice the difference.
★★★★★
"Dear Walter, I want to thank you so much for being such a terrific mentor to Nat. She has blossomed over the past few years, and a lot of that has to do with you being there to teach and guide her. It's gratifying as a parent to see this, and to know that she's in such a safe, supportive environment."
Linda Lees
Mother of student Natalie Rodin
★★★★★
"He has a natural ability to translate complex acting principles into simple directions for kids. He turns work into fun to keep young ones engaged and wanting to learn more. Samuel — an aspiring 11-year-old actor — said his lesson with Walter was one of the most fun times he's ever had."
G. Bonin
Parent of young student Samuel
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Student Reviews
From first-time actors to seasoned professionals returning to sharpen their craft — this is what training at Alza feels like.
★★★★★
"Working with Walter is a game changer. He focuses my energy by making me keenly aware of how my performance is translating to camera. After working with Walter, no role feels too big or too far away."
Malcolm T.
★★★★★
"Walter Alza dared me to be myself. Got right to the point of helping me discover what honestly connects me to a scene."
Karen LeBlanc · RE:Genesis · ACTRA Nominee
★★★★★
"You get more passion and more commitment to the craft from Walter and Tim in three hours than you get during the entire duration of most so-called acting classes — including programs at colleges and universities."
Norm Long
★★★★★
"Probably the best thing that's happened to me this year. My delivery has improved, my nervous movements have stopped, and I feel like I'm actually in the scene with my classmates."
Adam J.
★★★★★
"Walter's coaching is challenging yet gentle at the same time. He has given me the opportunity to open new pathways of expression, contributing to a richer quality of performance."
Yasmina Ramzy · Arabesque Dance Company
★★★★★
"The curriculum designed by Walter is consistently challenging and engaging — students need not ever plateau. What stands out most is the positive culture where students encourage each other rather than compete."
Amanda Joy · Second Jen
★★★★★
"Training at Alza Acting Studio has changed my approach to acting in the best way possible. If you want to learn from the best, this is the place to be."
Jordie
★★★★★
"Working with Walter has been amazing. His knowledge and work techniques are so in-depth and accurate that I am so glad to be part of the Alza Acting Studio."
Mattia
★★★★★
"Walter has an infectious passion for his craft. Being coached by him reminded me why I chose to become an actor in the first place. He creates a supportive environment where he helps you step outside your comfort zone."
Léa Berry
★★★★★
"I have worked for 17 years as a teacher and have trained teachers in China and Tanzania. I am very aware when I come across greatness in instruction. In just two classes I have learned so much. I know I have landed at the right place."
Rachelle · Teacher of 17 Years
★★★★★
"Walter sees the talent inside an actor that is often hidden behind nerves, inexperience, and bad habits — and helps you bring it to the surface. This is where you go to keep your tools sharp."
Katerina Maria · AMI
★★★★★
"As a finance professional, I can attest to the improved confidence in my day-to-day life thanks to Alza's gentle nudge to explore areas outside my comfort zone."
Ryan Skene · Senior Manager, CIBC
200+ students can't
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From complete beginners to Emmy nominees — the Alza method works. Join the studio that has been producing working actors for over 20 years.
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