Evaluations of Janet in the Profession

Re: Teaching “She has shared her knowledge of voice and speech training with untold numbers of aspiring actors and theatre practioners.” Pam Arkin, Longwood University

Re: As a Teacher by a Professional Teaching Colleague: “She is a dedicated teacher who challenges, nurtures, and inspires students and colleagues. Across the nation, Janet is recognized and admired for her skill and success as a teacher. Her colleagues flock to her workshops at conferences. “ Patricia Raun, Director, School of Performing Arts and…

Re: In the Profession: “She has provided visionary leadership and administrative support to both the Voice and Speech Trainers Association and the Southeastern Theatre Conference, championing the study and practice of voice as an integral component of the living art of theatre.” Daydrie Hague, Auburn University

Re : In the Profession: “The groundbreaking nature of her work in the profession and her leadership in our field is profound.” ….“Her leadership of the profession is exemplary.” Her long history of service within our professional organization (the Voice and Speech Trainers Association-VASTA) her seminal work in vocal pedagogy and leadership of the first…

Re: In the Profession: “I am inspired by her accomplishments. And I am beyond grateful for her service. Without her focused energy, the voice and speech profession would not be what it is today, a recognized, legitimate, and desirable discipline. Through her work, Janet has become an internationally respected member of the voice profession and…

Re: Teaching Evaluation by a Theatre Professional “I have always been consistently impressed with her championing of students and her knowledge of the professional arts community and its unique demands.” Randy Lutterman, Director, SpringboardNYC, American Theatre Wing

Re: Professional Workshops: “Her presentations at the VASTA conferences have been clear, thoughtful, mature explorations of the teaching pedagogy for voice. Her sessions are always well attended because her work is highly respected.” Lisa Wilson,U. of Tulsa

“She has Deep respect for individuals with whom she works; The highest level of integrity and conscience; Abiding belief in the possibility of a transformational power of theatre in relation to society; Diligence and highest attention to details. Dijana Milosovic, Co-founder and Artistic Director of DAH Teatar, Belgrade, Serbia

“She always transmits what is the most important in our work to her students: the ability to determine priorities in every segment of the work, punctuality and precision in realization of tasks and also flexibility in the realization of tasks that are not included in the work description.” Dijana Milosovic, DAH Teatar, Belgrade, Serbia

“Janet effortlessly reaches each [workshop] participant in a manner that is at once engaging and inspiring.” Erica Tobolski