ABOUT

We're not just teachers,
we're community builders.

Our focus extends beyond just imparting knowledge. We believe that community is essential to the growth and success of our students, and we are committed to providing an artistic home where you can feel safe, supported and inspired.

Christy Faison & Jami Rudofsky, Co-Founders of The Village Acting Studio

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Christy Faison

Co-Founder, Instructor

Christy's casting career started in the Talent & Casting department at FOX over 20 years ago. Since then she has cast half hour and drama pilots, and series for CBS, NBC, STARZ, HBO and IFC.

Both as a Casting Director and Teacher, Christy is a fearless advocate for actors is invested in nurturing their artistic voices and building a creative community.

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Jami Rudofsky

Co-Founder, Instructor

After receiving her BFA from UCLA, Jami dove into Casting and has not looked back. Film, TV, Theatre, Commercials, Web-series, she’s cast it all. Most notable credits include Gilmore Girls and Masters of Sex.

She approaches her work with compassion and deep respect, and strives to give actors a greater ability to trust their work, win roles and most importantly book the room.

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Meet Our Team

Blanca Araceli

Instructora

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Todd Milliner

Instructor

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Mara Casey

Instructor

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Cerris Morgan-Moyer

Instructor

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Parker Mills

Instructor

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Susan Leslie

Instructor

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Meet Our Advisors

We work hard to make The Village a safe and supportive space and we don’t do it alone. We have a team of experts who offer fresh perspectives on how to grow with the ever-changing industry. Our Advisory Board knows our work as Casting Directors and as humans who care deeply about actors, as they do.