“I used to be somewhat dismissive of these kind of training because I thought that in the end it all came down to being prepared, but there is more to it: being prepared is an essential aspect of your performance but not the only aspect to be aware of: the environment and our daily mindset will add unexpected challenges to every rendition of a piece, and those challenges can and must be tackled in a very specific way: the PEP way.”​

Maite Uzal, Singer, Actor

Uzal as Golde in 'Fiddler on The Roof', North American Tour

"Through Wilma Wever’s Performance EmPowering Workshop, I not only discovered new tools to fortify a positive psychological approach to the pressures of auditioning, but I was reminded of the skills that I had and was shown how to use them to my full advantage."

Eve Gigliotti, Metropolitan Opera

"While taking PEP classes at AMDA, I immediately realized that those two hours a week gave me the strength and life skills I needed to “survive” (with success) all the stress and challenges that performers face on a daily basis. I’ve learned to put my experiences in a different perspective, analyze them and reflect on how to better approach difficulties on and off stage. It was basically performers’ therapy. I’ve acquired invaluable tools. To name a few, I now understand how to take criticism in a constructive manner, to work with difficult scene partners and directors, to let go of stage fright, and, most importantly, I’ve learned how to believe in myself and never give up on my passion. I still use the BOUNCE tools in my career today."

Veronica Maccari, Actor, Filmmaker

“Performance EmPowerment has completely changed the way I see myself and my life. Before taking this class, I never realized the opportunities I could unlock just by learning to be more confident in myself. Since then, I’ve not only changed, but grown so much because of what I learned here. I would recommend this class to anyone who wants to discover their own power and realize what they’re truly capable of.”

Izzy Munsch, lead singer of Blue Dirt Road

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