meet susan hamann
My passion for acting and teaching are both fuelled by a lifelong curiosity about the human condition - what makes people tick.
Gaining a better understanding of The Self is the foundation of becoming a confident and well-rounded actor. Scene study, character work, and other acting exercises are the places we go to practice our craft. To learn to play your instrument as an actor is to know yourself and your craft. I believe in teaching and coaching that serves your ability to embody your insights into what works for you. Your “aha” moment of growth is our success. That’s why I tailor sessions to meet your needs where you are now and to guide you where you want to go.
I built PAGE TO CAMERA as a safe place for creative artists to come for exploration with judgement. My own training includes an Honours BA with High Distinction (Drama Specialist) University of Toronto, The American Academy of Dramatic Arts New York City, Equity Showcase: Master Method Acting Series and Second City Improv Toronto. I have taught Acting and Comedy at various Performing Arts Academies, and Writing Skills at Humber College where I received awards for my teaching. I am an accredited member of The Association of Acting Coaches and Educators (AACE), a working ACTRA member, and a retired member of The Directors Guild of Canada (DGC).
I look forward to welcoming you to the creative collective at PAGE TO CAMERA!
What People Are Saying
"Susan has been a great private acting coach and self-tape teacher to our son, Sebastian. She provides a positive, entertaining, and an engaging atmosphere that instantly made him feel comfortable and contributed to his confidence. Through her private coaching and extensive self tape experience, Susan helped Sebastian unlock his potential and bring out his best performances. With her help, Sebastian won the First Runner-Up in his self-tape at the 2023 CMTC, and soon after, he was signed by an agency. Susan has done a fantastic job and we are so thankful to her and the contribution she has made to Sebastian as an actor"
Paula and Alex S.
"Susan's an awesome coach. I came to her with very little confidence in my skills as an actor. With her help, I feel like I can handle any project."
Philip Yang (The Man From Toronto, Cross, Door Mouse)
"I have come back into acting from a five year break and decided I would start all over and learn again; discover things I may have missed and simply learn differently. Well, my luck started quickly when I found Susan. She truly is the best acting coach I have had, and I have had many. Her techniques and innate ability to pick up on exactly what is needed to move an actor forward, is like no other. With her direction, I have been able to see myself as acting truthfully. I have waited a long time to find the right fit and Susan surpasses all my expectations. My acting improved immediately and I feel and visually see the change within myself at every session. Words cannot express my gratitude to this lovely, talented and professional acting coach. She has seen it, felt it and lives it, who else could ever share such wonderful acting experience with you. I highly recommend Susan to every actor who needs to change it up and learn from a different source. Thank you Susan! “Without wonder and insight, acting is just a business. With it, it becomes creation." -Bette Davis
Teresa Janes