Our passion:

ENTERTAINMENT INDUSTRY WORKSHOPS AND EVENTS

Meet The Biz is dedicated to developing educational opportunities and accessible resources for actors – with and without disabilities – through workshops that connect them with entertainment industry professionals willing to share their knowledge and advice.

The program fosters learning, engagement and networking, and provides the tools for developing skills needed to work in the entertainment industry as actors and other related professions.

We promote full inclusion, advancing opportunities through the arts for those who otherwise might not have access. By providing an avenue for training in a flexible, compassionate environment, the special needs of all students can be met.

Our intention is to bridge the gap between ability and disability by embracing diversity, breaking down social barriers and opening doors of opportunity.

Every month Meet The Biz presents experienced and knowledgeable entertainment industry professionals to lead workshops to share their unique insights.

Each class will explore different areas of acting, including but not limited to: scene study, monologues, improv, connection, cold reading and tips from the pros.

Our workshops give students the opportunity to learn about careers in the entertainment field firsthand by interacting with guest speakers from entertainment industry as well as those who share the same professional interests. Our workshops are a means to connect, support and contribute to each others’ success.

At Meet The Biz, diversity is embraced and we recognize that human differences enrich us. By bringing all segments of industry together to share their unique perspectives – the producer, actor, writer, editor, technician, casting director, agent, life coach, abled and disabled, we gain a broader understanding and become more well rounded as artists.

Our classes are open to everyone.

All members of the entertainment industry are encouraged to take part in our programs. These workshops are not only beneficial for aspiring actors but also for other industry professionals who want to expand their knowledge, widen their perspective and expand their network.

I have to say that David Zimmerman is a blessing to all who encounter him as an individual and as a teacher. His personality brings joy and his teachings breathe life!

Auti Angel, PUSH GIRLS, MUSICAL CHAIRS
Your classes are an inspiration for both sides; students and teachers! You inspire your students to explore their talents so they grow and shine; they realize it's OK to dream and a duty to pursue those dreams. And on the other side, you inspire people from the industry to open their minds and check out a group of people that for the longest time have been set aside for their disabilities, not only in acting, but everywhere. Every time people from the industry dare to step in one of your classes, they are blown away by the talent brewing there, and get inspired by the amazing courage of your students.

Eduardo Bar, (ACTOR / SINGER)

David is an extremely insightful teacher who can find actors strengths and help them discover where they may need improvement. He uses a variety of techniques and exercises to help students connect to the internal emotional core, freeing them to explore the character and environment. He is very respected for his efforts and involvement with PWD's (performers with disabilities). Regardless of the physical, mental or emotional barrier, David helps student's overcome obstacles through his compassionate understanding of the human condition.

Tobias Forrest, THE SESSIONS, WEEDS
David offers what might be the most invaluable acting experience in town. The beauty of these classes is they benefit not only the actor starting out, but also the *working* actor ~ whether a "name" or not. And the proof is in the pudding: accomplished teachers, actors, writers and filmmakers take his classes. And teach his classes!

Laurence Olivier~ after he was "Laurence Olivier" ~ was still taking classes (as an elder statesman) to enrich his experience as both actor and director. He would value and appreciate the integrity and variety of David’s classes. The diversity of these working professionals offering perspectives from their ongoing industry experiences are very specific and artistically nutritious ~ one might even say lucrative ~ to those on their own personal and professional journeys.

David’s classes are affordable, creative and luxurious in their intimacy.

James Helsing, MODUS OPERANDI, ENTERTAINMENT TONIGHT

David Zimmerman’s “Meet The Biz” classes are absolutely invaluable in educating how to make the “biz” work for you. Every class is introspective, and growth as an actor is guaranteed! One not only improves his acting skills, but even more importantly, improves the life skills necessary to survive in the industry. Each class that I have taken, I’ve walked away with the gift of greater knowledge, skill and confidence needed to “Work the Biz”!

Geri Jewell, The Facts of Life, Deadwood
Each and every one of your students gave me a gift. And it was truly an inspiration to share my thoughts, my ideas and philosophy about acting with them. I look forward to teaching the class again.

Lainie Kazan, My Big Fat Greek Wedding, My Favorite Year, Lust In The Dust

Aughhhhhhhhh, what can I say? Incredible class and amazing connections...thank you, thank you for doing what you do David!!!!! Bringing souls together to express, share, connect, and manifest magic from the depths of life itself in all its colorful ways... ITS NOT ACTING OR REACTING...ITS IMPACTING IN EVERY WAY. Thank you...Big hug

Angela Rockwood, Push Girls / Ambassador for the Christopher Reeve Foundation
I needed to prepare two monologues for an audition. I don't like doing monologues for auditions so I wanted help from someone I could trust and immediately thought of David. It was all I needed working with him. More than that it was fun as we broke down the two monologues not to mention my insecurities. David knows the language of the actor's process since he is an actor as well as a casting director. These two facts were the reason I went to him to get the confidence I thought were mandatory for my situation.

Randy Vasquez, JAG, The Thick Dark Fog

In my 50 some years in show business I have had some exceptional experiences. When I was asked to come and speak at 'PERFORMING ARTS STUDIO WEST' I did so because I always want to give back to humanity and felt this was my opportunity to so. Having been a celebrity all of my adult life I have learned that 'GIVING' is where the rewards are. I certainly received so much love and actually felt guilty because I received so much more than I gave. What a wonderful gift from so many wonderful human beings. "MEET THE BIZ" program is an opportunity for all. David S Zimmerman and the entire staff are true Angels.

Mary Wilson, The Supremes
David's class is proof that an artist can appear in every form and the true artist emerges beyond the form in which they are presented. Those who can reveal themselves no matter how unorthodox, unconventional or different their form, make for exceptional artists.

Danny Woodburn, SEINFELD, WATCHMEN