Personalized Training for Actors and Singers of All Ages
PERKINS PERFORMANCE STUDIO
WHO AM I?
Years of Experience and Proven Results
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Melanie Leibner Perkins earned her Masters in Musical Theatre from Boston Conservatory and Bachelor of Arts from the University of Pennsylvania. She has distinguished herself as an actress, singer, director, and teacher with her work in theaters in Philadelphia, Boston, and South Florida. Favorite roles include Bare (Ivy), The Last Five Years (Cathy), Beauty and the Beast (Belle), Fiddler on The Roof (Hodel), Triumph of Love (Princess Leonide), and Once Upon A Mattress (Winnifred). She originated the role of Jenny Jenkins in Lisa Loeb’s world premiere musical Camp Kappawanna with City Theatre. She has been a professional acting and voice teacher for fifteen years and is currently a faculty member at Nova Southeastern University and a member of NATS. Having directed and music-directed over thirty productions, Melanie has experience with all vocal styles from musical theatre to rock/pop to classical and a toolbox of acting techniques. As an instructor, Melanie has taught for over 15 years, teaching voice, acting, audition prep, monologue, scene study, and improv to students aged 4-74! Students have gone on to perform internationally and star in national tours as well as study at NYU, Boston Conservatory, PACE, Elon, Shenandoah, Penn State, and more. Melanie strives to create a collaborative class environment for students of all ages to explore their passion and progress!
WHAT I OFFER
Personalized progress at every level
I recognize the potential in each one of my students. With my customizable approach, I’ve seen my students’ self-esteem and skill-set consistently rise.
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As a voice teacher, I work to help students achieve more power, agility, flexibility, and range. Students can personalize their progress to work towards a stronger mix, a healthier higher belt, and improved tone and range. Singing is not one size fits all. I believe in using a variety of techniques from my toolbox to help students achieve a true understanding of how their voice works in order to become a self-sufficient singer. As an acting coach, I believe in exposing students to different techniques and methods so they can find the tools that help them create believable, memorable auditions and performances.
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I love what I do and it makes me happy to be able to share my passion with others. Since starting as a private teacher in South Florida in 2004, my results are a testament to the fact that my system works. I’m a patient, adaptable, and professional voice and acting instructor ready to help you reach your goals. I take pride in teaching people who are eager to expand their minds, talents, and skills, and bring a depth of professional expertise to those who strive to excel. I offer personalized classes at affordable prices and use my specialized lessons to improve areas of difficulty. Get in touch today to see how I can be of service to you.
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