Meet Brianne Costa

Today we’d like to introduce you to Brianne Costa.

Hi Brianne, please kick things off for us with an introduction to yourself and your story.
This studio was created and has continued flourishing because my mom made every mistake when she thought I was cute enough to model and do commercials. I am now thirty years old. When I was five, she attempted to get me an agent and get me into the “biz.” I was cute and very animated. What she did not consider was my shy personality (only around others.)

She researched several places and wound up paying thousands of dollars for useless portfolio pictures (which I never needed) and was signed by an incompetent “manager” who never got me an agent – all they did was sell us images and terrible classes at a “scholarship rate of $900. The “scholarship” was what they came up with when we were about to walk out of their office!

By the time we got any attention from our “reps,” my teeth fell out, and I looked nothing like my expensive and useless portfolio. Although I was pretty, I was young and shy. My mom was told by an agent at Ford, “She’s cute now; she’ll be cute in six months – get her some training,” as I stood in his office, hiding behind my mom’s leg.

Regardless of a potential career as a model or actress, my mom wanted me to be a confident young woman who could speak in public and hold my own in whatever career path I would someday choose. She tried to put me in an environment that provided fun classes and a solid foundation to nurture their ability to perform and build self-confidence.

My mom grew up in New Jersey. She attended an excellent family-owned dance school. She loved the family environment and all the classes, and her parents couldn’t keep her away from that school. She danced six days a week for years. She searched for that same type of school in Orange County and knew she wanted that same type of loving, nurturing, and safe environment for me. When the opportunity presented itself, The Performer’s Academy was created by her, and it is precisely what my mom remembers as a child.

Not everyone that comes here wants to be in the entertainment industry. Almost half of our student body is here to experience the art of acting and performing – with no aspirations or goals to be the next child, teen, or mature star. Many parents have shared with us that their child has become more confident, their self-esteem has been boosted, and they are having a great time.

Acting skills transcend the studio to the classroom, boardroom, and courtroom. A monologue is the same as an oral book report, a sales presentation, or a closing argument. We do have many adults who take improvisation and scene study classes to assist them in their careers. It’s not uncommon to see attorneys here taking classes to help with their trials or sales professionals needing to polish their skills for sales presentations.

For the past 20 years, we have been proud to offer workshops for children, teens, & adults. There’s something for everyone here at The Performer’s Academy.

We all face challenges, but looking back would you describe it as a relatively smooth road?
Starting a business can be a daunting task, and my personal experience has been no different. Although I take pride in my accomplishments thus far, I have encountered numerous obstacles along the way. I am grateful for the lessons learned and the support I received from family, friends, and mentors.

Thanks for sharing that. So, maybe next you can tell us a bit more about your work?
As the owner of a performing arts studio, I am dedicated to providing an extensive array of courses and programs for individuals at any age and proficiency level. Our facility offers an encouraging atmosphere where students can foster their creativity and hone their skills.

Our attention to detail and passion for creativity, I feel makes us stand out from other studios. We believe that everyone should be allowed to express their true selves and positively impact our community.

We all have a different way of looking at and defining success. How do you define success?
Success, to me, is not solely focused on individual accomplishments but also on positively impacting society and others. It entails achieving personal aspirations while simultaneously contributing to the greater good.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://www.performersacademy.net/
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