I've worked with Dennis for over twelve years and must say that he has truly given me a space to play. He has guided me on my story telling journey and made me realize blocks within my work and we found ways to overcome those together. Dennis helped me prepare for my audition into Circle in the Square in NYC, he encouraged me to find the depths of what I was saying, to push myself to the edge. He is one of the most supportive people I have ever worked with. Dennis will only expect from you what he expects from himself, and that is your best. I would recommend Dennis to anyone looking to grow as an actor". Jody Anderson
Dennis Neal is an incredible acting coach. Without directing or controlling your process, he is able to bring feelings and emotions out of you which make it possible to fully experience the character and make truly organic choices in your work. I've trained with Dennis off and on from the time I started acting, both here in LA and in Florida and believe his teachings to be a big part of why I have been able to consistently work in both. Through studying with him I have seen real growth in my craft, and would suggest to anyone who truly wants to grow as an actor and go deeper than just the words on the page... seek out D. Neal and get to some real work:) -Neil Brown, Jr - website
I have had the pleasure of working with Dennis Neal for over 10 years now. At first he was very intimidating and I didn’t know what to expect, but I quickly learned he is the actor’s coach. He nurtures as well as challenges you every step of the way. I like that he doesn’t subscribe to any particular method as no one actor is the same as another. He takes the time to get to know you and what you are about which gives him the information that he needs to coach you specifically with your needs in mind. He makes you feel comfortable and safe which was really important to me because I had a lot of hang ups. He makes the actor really think about what he or she are doing and it instills a set of tools the actor can always access even if he’s not there. I’ve never met anyone like Dennis; he is a rare find as far as coaches go in the acting industry. He is not only a great coach, but a mentor and a friend. - Jamie Wilson - website
My personal creed is to become a student to only those teachers that can do exactly what they instruct, and Dennis has always been such a mentor. A gifted and intelligent actor, he brings as much to his guidance as he does to the stage and screen. He is ferocious, but gentle. Bold, but humble. Silly, yet wise. He embodies his teachings and provides students with a profound example of a life lived within the arts. Any student that approaches Dennis with an open mind and heart will walk away feeling empowered, nourished, challenged to grow, and eager to succeed (in life and the industry)."-Paul Major - website