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Testimonials

'My daughter has found herself despite anxiety and lack of confidence. Many of her peers experienced the same thing due to pressure and inescapable comparison to others. Acting classes started off for expression, a form of identity within the career path as an actress and something fun to look forward to. I can tell my daughter every day how amazing she is, but the Actors Co. and the teachings & drama classes of Dennis Sykes pierced through to make her believe, feel good and to fully understand herself. She no longer hides, now interacts with her friends, is employed and takes action towards her goals. Little steps led to huge steps forward. I can never thank you enough for coming into our lives and the work you have put in.' ~Violet H.
“We chose the Actors Co. because of their reputation as one of the best pound for pound, private acting schools in Australia and their deep knowledge and success in the performing arts and commercial sectors. They helped us to navigate through obstacles and served as a voice of inspiration & reason among the varied parties throughout the process.” Karson & Carole T.
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“The entrepreneurial background and experience of the Actors Co’ advisors created a strong collaborative relationship. Dennis and his team were unwavering in their advocacy and personally committed to ensuring that we not only received successful outcomes, but that we consummated the craftwork & support base, that was consistent with the long-term goals, culture & vision of what we hoped to achieve.”
Teresa A.
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'Dennis thank you so much for your inspiration and friendship. I am learning so much from you through our drama work & acting courses. I can't wait to share, with all I will learn from my professional shows and work in Berlin.'
Karen C.
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'Every drama lesson, theatre class and voice coaching was like I was born again. Like a rebirth, an epiphany, constantly reoccurring. I was moved because I was given invaluable tools from the Actors Co. There are no short cuts to evolution. If you want an unchallenged & effortless path, this is not the place to be. But, if you have love for studying acting, possess discipline, work ethic, faith and are not looking for detours, then, this is the place to be. Personally, being immersed in the process was happiness for me. Sheer joy.'
Anthony B.
'There are moments that in life that change the paths we take. For us, one of those moments was when we met Dennis Sykes. He has taught my daughter an aspect of dance that is overlooked, where it is not about the sparkling costumes in eisteddfods or how many trophies you have on your shelf but rather its about self worth, passion, work ethic that lead to true artistry to capture the audience seated before you. After only 12 months of working with Dennis my daughter is a completely different dancer and performer. I believe that their performing arts training has catapulted my daughter to a whole new level and the difference is remarkable. Now when I watch my daughter dance, it brings tears to my eyes. He has given my daughter invaluable lessons in drama and theatre which I believe is an important accompaniment to any dancer's career. Dennis Sykes is the most energetic and inspirational young man that I have ever met. He has an absolute passion and commitment to his craft.' ~ Michelle S.
"These acting and drama classes saved my life. It is much, much more than acting" ~Chris K.
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'I don't even know where to start? Words cannot describe all the lessons learned, my succcess and experiences here. Not only the best acting school, but the best acting teacher, the best voice lessons, but one of the best institutions I have attended.'
Frederick G.
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'The Actors Co. and the guidance of Dennis Sykes has been such a positive influence in not only my professional acting work but also in my personal life. He is so much more than a teacher but also mentor and friend, he motivated and inspired me so much in every day life. I would not be where I am today without him.'
Natasha F.
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I learned things here , that I believe, I couldn't have anywhere else. It became more that just a hobby. The acting training & drama classes, turned out to be, aspects of my life that I turned to, time & time again. Not easy to find things you enjoy as you grow up. I learned tools to deal with my emotions. You have to believe in yourself. Priotise & focus on opportunity. I kept doing that. I kept believing in the public speaking training, the pontential I had. I found myself. This is when all the great things started to happen.
Paul C.

What Our Clients Say

Dennis Sykes and the Actors Co. has taught my daughter Morgan the emotional, dramatic, physical, and voice skills. The progression has been nothing short of astounding in these actor services. The growth in confidence and move from my daughters initial shyness to being able to be free in self expression and achieving school captain has been such a reward. It has certainly exceeded all expectations and our family thank you. ~Tiffany S.
'I had changed acting schools because I was going nowhere with my previous acting training. The same monotony, over and over again without direction. I could not get the acting jobs and acting roles in which my agents had tailored for me. I was disillusioned, lost and I did not feel good enough to and was at a standstill with my acting career opportunities & in commercial acting roles. I was just about to give up. However, when I changed acting coaches and after less than 18 months, of training with the Actors Co. and under the guidance of my drama teacher Dennis Sykes, I landed multiple and consecutive professional tv roles, one after the other, after the other. It was surreal.' ~Taylah H.
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'Dennis Sykes is our best drama & acting teacher ever. He makes our acting classes meaningful and fun!
James K.
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'I received short notice assistance from the Actors Co. with the second work contract I applied for. I wanted a career change & to move away from my hometown after graduating University. I got into the top 25 out of 500 applicants of which were interviewed. The interview stage is what I needed help with. Dennis Sykes had stated 'this preparation should get you to the top few percent, if not getting the contract.' My family and I joked to not jinx it but that was his mindset. With the analysis, presentation and preparation which we repetitively practiced for hours on end, I got the job. The following Tuesday I signed the contract which financially and professionally was of great help.'
~Melanie C.
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'Becoming an Actors Co. acting student & receiving a scholarship was an instrumental part of my life. I was almost homeless, and did not have support from my family. All these opportunities opened up and I could finally take a few more steps to progress the passion that I had to pursue excellence for acting. I was able to crack into the US market & achieve those aspects in life that are often overlooked or taken for granted. Dennis thank you for the belief, it just never stops.
-Mattias M.

How Our Students Feel

I am the recipient of a full scholarship from the Brazilian Government to study at a top 1% University in NSW & undertook a private executive coaching course at the Actors Co. This was life changing because the lessons were practical which helped develop my public speaking skills in a way that I have never learned in any other institution. In only a few drama lessons, Dennis taught me how to better present myself and showed me how to correct my presentation flaws. His method of theatre, movement, vocal & drama teaching inspired constructive behavioural changes in my professional work while giving me tools that was light years ahead of redundant presentation skills or toastmaster style training. Working with The Actors Co. gave me an edge on projects to cross the finish line and to positively impact the environments around me due to the knowledge that I acquired. It was what I needed to successfully accomplish employment for bioinformatics, design applications for the Federal Police and DNA polymorphism for some of South America's and Australia's elite organisations.' ~Fabio Malcher M.
I feel that it is imperative that our children are involved in their drama classes at the Actors Co. Their acting classes with Dennis has been an integral part of their development and growth. They always come out smiling and happy. ~ Eileen K.
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'I loved & always anticipated going to acting class at the Actors Co.. If ever I was not in my drama classes, I missed it.' ~ Kane L.
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'The career guidance, & career development from Dennis Sykes & the Actors Co. has been a massive inspiration in my professional career paths & also in my personal life. I look up to him as a mentor in talent management who has assisted me to evaluate & see that I could do so much more with my life & to believe that the inner person within can achieve great things. Dennis' teachings has impeccable characteristics of leadership, motivation & a certain drive that sets his lessons way ahead of others in terms of goals, strategy & passion. In each and every lesson his heart is always in it, which is rare to see. I feel so proud to have met him & to have brought the encouragement & practicality that was lying dormant within myself all along by pushing myself to achieve in my daily, medium & long term employment plans. Turning these goals into a reality was life changing.' ~Richard M.
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'I thank my friends & family for the referrals. I witnessed their level of performances & achievements at our high school school. I have never witnessed acting & drama talent or anything like. I was instantly inspired. the Actors Co. acting program is deep, there is nothing like these drama classes. It is highly responsive, useable and results driven.' ~Aaron P
I learned consistency. The entirety of its intricate meaning. I was never the same after the Actors Co. vocal, acting & corporate classes. I learned that in a person's voice, there is energy and presence, intertwined in our bodies through our being. The lack thereof, has a detrimental, impact on our interactions with anyone in society, our personal lives and chosen careers. I'm incredibly indebted to the constant, unwavering support I have received over the years from the Actors Co.. I consistently landed six figure contracts in my career. Jess C.
'Expertise given in all aspects of my training, one of the best decisions I have made to train here. The Actors Co. always had my back.' ~Nelly P.