"I participated in a Europe-wide monologue competition. The judges told me that my performance was so natural, they weren't sure I was acting! I mentioned that my training had been in 'film-style' acting and I really thought that had helped my performance. Well, they were shocked and slightly appalled - after all, working in film is selling out, right? To theatre snobs, maybe, but not to me... anymore! I just thought of my first meeting with Kristy and laughed. They managed to overcome their distaste and award me second place - behind a terribly overacted monologue I'd heard a thousand times. No accounting for taste! Anyway... thanks to Kristy for the incredible training she's given me. Keep telling people to 'wipe that shit off your face.' That may be the best piece of acting advice I've ever received." -- Sarah Bright
"I think Kristy is quite dynamic. She's a powerhouse player and very good at getting results... very impressive and not to be forgotten. We left her workshop going, 'Wow! What just happened in there?' A lot of food for thought. In a world where some of us would assume that folks in entertainment would be quick, curt, and almost rude and unmannerly because 'their-time-is-more-important-than-ours,' I have discovered that it's definitely not the case here." -- Diana Edel
"Kim and her brother Kyle are both adopted crack babies. Kyle was actually living in a box under a Dallas bridge. The father dotes on the boy and ignores the girl. Kim's walls are strong and high, and I have only been on the scene [as step-dad] for one year. Kristy helped her more in two days than I have been able to do in a year. I am too close to the problem for her to listen to me. I admit that I used Kristy and her knowledge to pull her out of her shell and break down walls. I felt a change. From my heart, thank you." -- William [Names changed to protect the family's privacy.]
"We are so ahead of the game being under the safety of Calliope's umbrella. If you don't realize it before coming out to LA, once here, sit amongst a group of actors and shortly you will see the struggles to obtain a good manager/agent and support system. LA is fiercely competitive, full of distractions, and at times impersonal. You need a caring, demanding manager, an agent who believes in you and fights for you, a genuine support system, and a strong faith in who you are and what you are doing to be a competitive player in this market." -- Juliana Mills
"We joined Calliope in '99, and from that moment on, I was hooked. I took every workshop Kristy gave. Then I participated in the Callies and Expo. WOW. And then there was LA101. That was just a blast. Sure, Kristy's tough, but it's all for the best. You have to count your blessings. And guess what? It's paid off. And it's all due to Kristy and all of our hard work." -- Travis Charitan
"Travis took every training session that was offered by Calliope. Rehearsals are not an easy task, nor is Kristy an easy taskmaster. I believe that if she had been easy on Travis, he would not be where he is now. I entered this business with total stupidity and complete determination. But I watched and I learned. I learned that you don't miss meetings and opportunities given to you. I learned that Kristy had a reason for every piece of advice that she gave us. I learned that the first time Kristy pushed Travis and me was not the last time, but the beginning that we needed. I learned that Kristy pushes for a reason. Kristy has, in less than two years, pushed my son right onto television!" -- Jeanne Charitan, mother of Travis
"I'm longing to pack my bags and haul ass to LA. I found the inspiration I've been looking for/needing for so long... I've never been given such an organic, carnal acting experience with Kristy. She is such an incredible coach and guide. She encouraged me, criticized me, and told me exactly what I needed to hear. I feel a sense of trust with Kristy. I now feel like I can do anything. I want to be able to break down those walls. I loved the literature that was shared. I crave material like that - deeply insightful, intellectual, and thought provoking words that make me reflect upon the potential for what I can be. For a while, I believed it was 'too late' for me, but Kristy showed me that that's utter bullshit. Your dreams have no expiration date." -- Hannah Winn
"Kristy's training allows you to hone in on the more physiological aspects of acting which are essential for a truly believable performance." -- Travers Wade
"Coming from an extensive theatre background, I sometimes think I 'already know' how to act. Not true... at least for the screen. That's what makes Kristy's training so great. You actually learn something. I had a breakthrough, and don't remember the last time I had one of those! Listen to Kristy and act now." -- Eric Pirooz
"Kristy has improved my skill level above 300%! I went from 'sucking' to getting an agent... Wow, right?" -- Hollie Townson
"Training with Kristy is amazing... she taught me career-changing things." -- Anthony Trevino
"The only way to do well is train, especially with Kristy. She will eat you up, chew and spit out a great actor." -- Natalie Erdelt
"Kristy's training can help even the most inexperienced actor develop to a professional level in a short amount of time." -- Jennifer Pompa
"Kristy is a wonderful coach who believes in everything you do." -- Samantha Droke
"Kristy has a wonderful gift of perception. It is very beneficial to train with her. She will help you leap forward in your craft." -- Rubiana Evans
"Kristy's training is intense and paradigm-shifting." -- Heather Alvarez
"There is no one in the industry who I trust more than Kristy to give me the instruction to better myself as an actor." -- Stephanie Waninger
"Kristy keeps it real. She's honest, she's helpful, and she works very hard for her talent. She's such an asset to my career." -- Rebecca Wynne
"No other training has explored my emotional range as well as Kristy's." -- Jason Andersen
"It's getting real with acting because we dissect the art of acting." -- Valerie Gutierrez
"Kristy's training consists of intense scene work with a lot of emphasis on depth of character and emotional content." -- Paul Hermelin
"It is really fun, as acting should be." -- Robert Ketterer
"Kristy's training is exciting and provides in-depth training." -- Jeremy Lee
"I learned clearly defined ways to advance my career through setting realistic goals, conquering fears, and focusing on the creative self." -- Jennifer Matyear
"Kristy's training provides students with the intensity required to discover/correct hidden problems and polish emerging skills." -- Cheryl Moore, Taylor's mom
"My most intensive learning experience so far." -- Lewis Sarkozi
"Kristy is very honest with you about your performance, and she won't let you keep up any walls." -- Jimmy Zerda
"An extremely powerful and devoted ride on Kristy's acting boat!" -- Cali Griffith