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“With every role I have taken over the last six years, including 3 episodes of JAG, UPN’s Second Time Around and The Exonerated, an Off Broadway play, I check my ego at the door and call Rob McCaskill to help me hone my skills. In the time it takes most people to read a script, Rob has it broken down and is ready to begin the creative process of transforming a talk-show host into a credible character actor. Rob McCaskill, don’t leave home without him.”

-Montel Williams

“I have worked with Rob on five different projects; one of which earned me an Emmy nomination. Rob is one of the best coaches in the business.”

-Bernadette Peters

“I can’t say enough good things about Rob McCaskill! He’s an extraordinary teacher because he brings so much to the table from his experience as an actor, writer, and director. Whether I am in his class or coaching with him privately, I always walk away feeling like I have taken a great leap forward. Not only as an artist, but as a human being.“

–Jennifer Gambatese, lead in: All Shook Up, Tarzan, Mark Twain's Is He Dead, Little House on the Prairie.

“Rob helped me get my contract role on The Guiding Light. I highly recommend him. He finds something edgy in all kinds of material. Sitcom, film, Law & Order, and yes, even Soap!”

–Michelle Ray - Principal, The Guiding Light

“Rob’s a great listener and coach. He’s always able to help you kick it up a notch when it comes to character development. He fills you with optimism, hope and confidence. His guidance and expertise is something I find necessary and crucial for any serious actor.”

–J. Robert Spencer, Jersey Boys, Next to Normal (Tony nominee)

"Rob helped me to become a better actor than I ever thought I could be. He got me to the level I needed to be to book my first and second Broadway shows."

-Jonathan Sandler, Broadway: Wicked, Mary Poppins

“As the National voice of Qwest and DHL’s IVR systems along with a slew of radio and tv commercial clients including McDonald’s, Ford, Tresemme and more I am constantly challenged to stay on top of my game. Voice-over is a different art form yet Rob’s arsenal seems to continually build my skill level. No matter what type of acting you are embarking upon Rob’s tools are a vital asset to developing and refining your craft."

–Dustin James, National Voice Actor

“I've been directed, coached, and counseled over the years by Rob McCaskill. I not only value him as a colleague, but as a friend. His tuition has been of genuine value to me and I'm delighted to be able to recommend him without reservation."

–Neal Jones, Generation Kill, Rescue Me, The Devil's Advocate, Dirty Dancing

“Rob is the most inspiring coach to work with, his insight into the human condition is truly mind blowing. He has a respect and admiration for the actor that lends to his one of a kind approach."

–Carly Jibson, Hairspray

“I was stuck in the chorus until I began working with Rob, and now I have top billing in a Broadway show. He gives you invaluable tools you need as an actor, and the confidence that books the jobs you really want."

–Curtis Holbrook, West Side Story, All Shook Up, Xanadu

“No other teacher I've had has challenged me like Rob has, while instilling in me such confidence. I have rarely felt as excited about acting as I have in Rob's class. He intuitively knows how to access the emotional triggers that will bring your work to a whole new plane. If you have drive to succeed in this business, you must take his class."

–Mark Alhadeff, Incident at Vichy, The Power of Darkness

“Working with Rob one-on-one has been so helpful, but I truly get the most out of working with Rob in the classroom setting. He has a knack for working with all different kinds of performers from the experienced Shakespeare veteran to a Broadway pianist attempting improv for the first time. Working with Rob is amazing...but WATCHING Rob work with others has been MOST valuable for me in my growth as an artist and in my career.."

–Donna Vivino, Wicked, National Tour

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