The most surprising aspect of this term for me was the strength I have found in myself and the commitment and just the work I have been doing … I didn’t think I could ever do the work I have been doing.
—Hagen Core Student

My experience so far in this program has been life changing, not only as an actor but as a person in my everyday life.
—Hagen Core Student

I think every aspect of the program is useful in some incredible way and I wouldn’t change it much. I’ve learned things I didn’t realize I never knew and have grown not only as an actor but as a person.
—Hagen Core Student

Herbert believed, and I believe, that it is our obligation to inspire the young, not only with our skills but with an understanding of our shared principles.
—Uta Hagen

A waste of creative talent made us develop our shelter – to preserve talent and allow it to develop.
—Herbert Berghof

The game of make-believe is a crucial game for the artist.
—Herbert Berghof

At HB I was able to…explore the importance of using what’s already inside to bring it to the work on stage.
—Juan Pablo Di Pace, HB Summer Intensive 2011

…an affordable acting studio in the community to be taught by working professionals.
—Karen Huie