Former Students

“Her consistent professionalism, her ability to treat all students with equal respect, her dedication to students in and outside of the classroom, her dedication to developing rigorous and relevant coursework, her high level of expectations – all of these frame who she is as a teacher.” Chris Shannon, former graduate student.(our fight instructor) asked me…

“Janet shows students that it is ok to be different, to find your own voice, and to cultivate it in a manner that enhances your personal process. She teaches her students to access not only their physical voice, but to find their inner voice and gives them the courage to follow it.” “Even now, I…

“I had many voice teachers before and since my 3 years with Ms. Rodgers, and I can honestly say that she is the best all around Voice Teacher I have ever had the good fortune of working with.” Stefan Sittig “Janet is one of the few artists and teachers who are in a constant state…

“She delights in process; the work, the explorations, the discoveries, the frustrations, and the victories we face day to day as actors and artists. What makes Janet such a unique and amazing teacher is her ability to inspire that same delight and joy in her students. Her passion becomes our passion, and her love for…

“Throughout a scholar’s life, if they are lucky, there are a few select teachers who really inspire them as artists and help them grow as individuals. I have been fortunate enough to have Janet Rodgers as one of my guides on this educational journey and am here to speak for her professionalism, her wealth of…

“Janet has a remarkably graceful way of allowing artists to explore the room while squelching any fear that may inhibit creativity, while also making sure that the artist knows that there is an unspoken standard set for the amount of work expected of them.” Jacquelynn Camden, MFA, VCU

“Janet B. Rodgers….is one of the most influential teachers I have ever studied with. Janet’s passion for life, her insistence in finding beauty and truth in all things transcends into her work that she passes along to her students. Her knowledge of voice and speech is unprecedented, and her ability to connect to students from…

“What sets Janet Rodgers apart is her enthusiasm for learning. It is clear that she loves to teach, however, it is more evident to her students as well as anyone who meets her, that she lives to learn.” Monica Dionysiou

“She has an almost encyclopedic understanding of the craft, an extraordinary heart, and a bottomless love for her students.” Paul Valley, Professional Actor and Teacher

“Ms. Rodgers’ professionalism, integrity, and energy have fueled my creative spirit in all areas of my education.” Quintin Hartt