The Immersion Experience

09/26/2007 Posted by salazara

Otis - thank you! I mean it sincerely. -- I am not going to pretend and tell you I'm an established or successful working actor, with an impressive laundry-list of industry credits, booking gigs regularly. Well, not yet at least! In fact, quite the contrary, I fall on the other spectrum & now truly understand the term I've so long read & heard about, "starving actor." On a serious note though, I’m doing OK and am at one of my highest points in my life - in all aspects: mind, body, & soul. Never have I felt so liberated before and the Immersion Experience is a big part of it. Unbeknownst to me at the time, as I literally stumbled into Otis' class one night, that his training would tremendously impact my life, in such a short amount of time. His approach breaks ground b/c it's not just academic, physical, mental, spiritual, all to name a few, but he takes these elements to a higher level & connects them at an apex of a pyramid, so-to-speak. In this age Otis Bell is a rarity in a vanity-town like ours, when most people have forgotten sincerity, ethics, discipline, excellence, persistence, dedication & so on... it is refreshing & comforting to trust that you can still find genuine people out there, who will take you under their wings & mentor you. For those of you out there searching for a place to learn or improve on your acting tools & techniques or somewhere to call home to harness your craft, then look no further. The Immersion Experience uses an uncanny approach that will break, build-up, and nurture you all at the same time. Otis teaches from the roots & the heart. His techniques are personally genuine, unique, and based on sound & proven methods. No fluff or BS! I will fore-warn you however, this training is not for the limp or light-hearted actor. You must be willing to "immerse yourself and experience" the fundamentals of our psychophysical craft that will test all the elements of your being. So be ready to bust your tail because you will work.

Pros: He's straight-up, no hidden punches. Tells it the way it is!

Cons: None.

01/16/2007 Posted by bfella

With extensive years at the Beverly Hills Playhouse, Otis Bell has created "The Immersion Experience" to give back to his students what he's learned. Its virtually non-existent to find someone in this town with an overwhleming desire to give back to his fellows. In your first time auditing Otis Bell's class you will be jumping right into exercises. Once a month he will ask you to set goals and guide you with specfiic actions that will get you to those goals. Otis will teach you specific ways to stay on your toes within a business that demands rigorous persistence. You will be introduced to 11 pillars essentail to becoming a successful actor. It is your job as the actor to take a fearless inventory of these pillars each day. Additionally your fees will include all literature necessary. What more could you ask for in a school? Pick up the phone and contact the best acting coach in LA- Otis Bell. Trust me you won't be sitting on the sidelines yelling "put me in the game coach." You'll be practicing your free throw shots from day one. I'll see you on the stage.- Brittany

09/05/2006 Posted by otg4

Otis Bell is well on his way to becoming a true master of this craft. He understands that acting is not just about reading lines, but about living every day of your life as an artist and an observer of human nature. If you want more than just "Fast Food" version of an acting class, check out The Immersion Experience. Chris Gardner West Wing, Shards of Glass...

09/04/2006 Posted by starz01

Otis has an insight and passion for the technique of acting unlike many coaches. He looks beyond acting as a means to an end, and gets his students to understand and enjoy the art of it. His method takes the stress off of "Igot to get a job, I got to get a job" to "Let me show you how it's done". He empovers his students with his zeal and perspicacity. Angelle Brooks- star of V.I.P.

Pros: Great class

08/29/2006 Posted by thespian1

This is a great class! I personally feel like there is a bunch of acting classes on every corner, here in Hollywood, that just want to take your money and don't care about your growth as an actor. Totally oposite from what Otis Bell and The Immersion Experience is. He has been coaching me for a couple of years now, and what a defference it made! Thanks Otis!

Pros: Straight to the point - no B. S.

08/28/2006 Posted by act4life

OTIS BELL is one of the most intense teachers I have ever met. Now, don't let the word INTENSE scare you, what I mean is: there is nothing that stays unclear or unexplained, he provides us with all the tools and information we need, weekly, the class is very motivating. If you are looking for the best, check this class out, it will change your life...it did mine!!!

Pros: very motivating, lifechanging, reasonable price