Success Stories
Read testimonials from industry pros as well as parents and adults clients who have found top agents, managers, and opportunities through my guidance and trainings.
SUCCESS STORIES
Professional Biz 201
Kurt Thomas Csolak
CREDITS:
BROADWAY: THE GREAT GATSBY, FUNNY GIRL, STAGE – GUN & POWDER (LAB), NYCC THE TAP DANCE KID, CARNEGIE HALL, AYODELE CASEL’S CHASING MAGIC (MASS), THE NEW 42ND STREET (MN), TOP HAT (LAB) (NYC), WHITE CHRISTMAS (NY), TAP DOGS (WORLD TOUR & DOMESTIC)
“Striking the right balance between having years of experience, industry connections, standards for success, relentless drive, and being a mother of children who are currently working in the industry, Leesa is probably the most qualified person to find, nurture, elevate, and launch talent into successful performing arts careers.
Kevin Keith Csolak
CREDITS:
FILM: STEVEN SPIELBERG’S WEST SIDE STORY MOVIE (DIESEL), DISCONNECT (SHANE) TV: LAW & ORDER SVU, NCIS HAWAII, TNT'S ANIMAL KINGDOM (ANDREW), BOARDWALK EMPIRE (WILLIAM THOMPSON), JESSICA JONES, THE MICK, INSIDE AMY SCHUMER, BROADWAY: THE OUTSIDERS, WEST SIDE STORY, MEAN GIRLS, CIRQUE DU SOLEIL'S HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS, AND Much More.
“It is remarkable how inspiring and influential Leesa and LBC Talent has been for so many in and around the industry. Being Leesa’s son I got a first hand look at how she utilizes her years of experience to selflessly guide her clients, recognize their goals and make their dreams a reality.
Teal DePaola
CREDITS:
KNICKS CITY DANCER (NBA TOURS, NYC, LONDON, CHINA, DOMINICAN REPUBLIC), FEATURE FILM- TRAINWRECK, YANDEL MALAVE NEW YEAR’S EVE TIMES SQUARE, LOS PREMIOS JUVENTUD PITBULL & ENRIQUE IGLESIAS
“Leesa provides more than just professional advice to those interested in furthering their career, she provides the fire beneath believing in yourself. She brings out your best strengths and teaches you the ways to utilize them in ways to become successful doing what you love. Having worked with her being my close mentor for 15+ years, I am different in my daily perspective of life while working through the right mindset to more quickly move up levels in a career.
Cameron Clifford
CREDITS:
STAGE: BILLY ELLIOT THE MUSICAL – BROADWAY AND INTERNATIONAL TOUR (MICHAEL), WAITING FOR GODOT, BROADWAY (THE BOY), ON GOLDEN POND (BILLY RAY JR.), FIRST WIVES CLUB (JASON)
“At a young age, Leesa Csolak saw my potential and immediately guided me into the right acting, dancing, and vocal training to prepare me for the industry. She gave me the understanding and skills to take on my auditions with excitement, focus, and joy.
Megan Gecik
CREDITS:
2014 RADIO CITY CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR TOUR – ROCKETTE
BFA DANCE PERFORMANCE – MONTCLAIR STATE UNIVERSITY
“Leesa Csolak and LBC Talent helped shape me into the strong dancer and performer I am today. The training I received through LBC Talent’s affiliates, got me into the college dance program at Montclair State University and prepared me for future career opportunities. After performing as a Radio City Rockette, I found my passion for teaching dance. LBC Talent has given me many job opportunities to feed my passion for teaching dance to all ages and technical levels. Whether you are looking for somewhere to learn and train in dance, voice and/or acting or create relationships to help launch you into a professional performing career, LBC Talent is here to help you succeed.”
Hannah Bonnett
CREDITS:
2021 PACE UNIVERSITY MUSICAL THEATRE GRADUATE ○ OFF-BROADWAY: FIVE, THE MUSICAL, THE BIG BANG THEORY- MUSICAL PARODY! REGIONAL THEATRE; KINKY BOOTS (LAUREN)
“Leesa is not only an accomplished educator, but she also emulates the true meaning of what a mentor should be. Thanks to her extensive knowledge, I have received the best training in voice/acting/dance, college prep and how to properly navigate the industry. I owe my entire career to the kindness, expertise and dedication of Leesa Csolak”
Lauren Maria Medina
CREDITS:
REGIONAL THEATRE; GYPSY (LOUISE), WEST SIDE STORY (MARIA), 2021 GRADUATE CARNEGIE MELLON UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF DRAMA – RAPUNZEL IN “INTO THE WOODS,” JEANIE IN “HAIR,” IOWA’S CLINTON AREA SHOWBOAT THEATRE – PHOEBE IN “A GENTLEMAN’S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER,” PAPER MILL PLAYHOUSE NEW VOICES – MARIA IN “WEST SIDE STORY”
“Leesa’s guidance through LBC Talent gave me the necessary industry business insight I needed as a young performer. I left her seminar feeling not only like an artist, but an empowered business person. The LBC Talent seminar allowed me to feel more in control and excited about the ins and outs of the industry. She helped me secure professional management and an agent. The tools she gave me from her guidance have allowed me to walk into this dizzying business with clarity on how to take charge of my brand and career choices. That’s a gift I couldn’t be more grateful for!”
Lindsay Gloriana Bohon
CREDITS:
DANCER/SINGER (CARNIVAL CRUISE LINE), CHRISTMAS PAST IN A CHRISTMAS CAROL (MCCARTER THEATRE), CAN CAN DANCER (CEDAR POINT LIVE ENTERTAINMENT), BA IN MUSICAL THEATRE FROM JAMES MADISON UNIVERSITY
“Leesa’s expertise is professional, caring, and up-to-date on the requirements for success in today’s industry. The training is catered to each person’s specific needs, and Leesa knows how to showcase unique talents & versatility amongst each performer. Even in a short amount of time, progress and a deeper understanding of the craft will become prevalent.”
Samantha Brynildsen
CREDITS:
BFA IN MUSICAL THEATRE – BOSTON CONSERVATORY AT BERKLEE, EDUCATIONAL THEATRE AT THE BOSTON CONSERVATORY AT BERKLEE, STEP BY STEP! BERKLEE ASSISTANT TEACHER, DIRECTOR OF ELEMENTARY CHILDREN’S THEATRE
“Training through programs by LBC Talent was one of the best decisions I could’ve made as a growing artist. The dance classes were top notch. The vocal lessons were tailored specifically to my voice type and helped me strengthen my confidence and technique. I learned exciting and rigorous material that pushed me out of my comfort zone and helped me to start exploring who I was as an artist".
Jake Urban
CREDITS:
BFA MUSICAL THEATRE BOSTON CONSERVATORY AT BERKLEE CLASS OF 2023, THE GREAT GATSBY (PAPER MILL) MAMMA MIA (ENSEMBLE), KINKY BOOTS (ANGEL) THEATRE BY THE SEA, RI, SHREK, THE MUSICAL (SWING/ENSEMBLE), MR. BURNS, A POST ELECTRIC PLAY (SAM), BLUE NEIGHBORHOOD (PHILO).
“I’m eternally grateful to Leesa and LBC Talent for taking me in, allowing me to explore and fall in love with performing, and for believing in me enough to put in the time to help me realize my potential. Leesa has been a home base that I know will always be there for me as I continue my career in the arts. I could not be where I am today without the training she instilled in me and the guidance in navigating this crazy business that I’ve decided to make my career.”
Bella DePaola
CREDITS:
PACE UNIVERSITY MUSICAL THEATRE MAJOR, MINOR IN COMMERCIAL DANCE, TWELFTH NIGHT THE MUSICAL (ASSISTANT CHOREOGRAPHER), CHICAGO (VELMA KELLY), ANYTHING GOES (RENO), CURTAINS (ROBERT/BAMBI U/S), OKLAHOMA (SKIDMORE SISTER), HUNTERDON’S HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS (FEATURED VOCALIST)
“Working with Leesa Csolak on my college auditions was the best decision I made throughout the process – her detailed and professional coaching made me stand out from other candidates and with her I’m attending my dream school!”
Sophie Sun
“I have personally benefited from Leesa Csolak’s advisory in the entertaining business on various levels. I am headed to New York University’s Tisch School of Arts to major in theater, thanks to Leesa’s mentorship, guidance, and honesty. I am beyond grateful to her professional direction and her tireless commitment to the trade; she is one who teaches, exemplifies, and provides the opportunities for so many students to grow and enjoy their passions.”
Delaney Dean
CREDITS:
INSTITUTE FOR AMERICAL MUSICAL THEATRE 2024 - PLOT AGAINST AMERICA – HBO, PANDORA’S BOX – DISCOVERY CHANNEL, HOME SWEET HOME – SETON HALL UNIVERSITY, THE HAUNTING ON THE RIVER – PRE-PRODUCTION, KJERSTI LONG BAND – BACK UP BACKUP VOCALIST, THE BITTER END, NYC, A-1 LOUNGE, NYC, THE STONE PONY, ASBURY PARK, NJ
“Leesa Csolak and the staff at LBC Talent are amazing! The training I’m receiving is the best in the industry. I’m so grateful to have been able to train virtually with LBC Talent’s Online Training School. Without LBC Talent’s dedication and training I would not be a semi-professional minor working in the industry. LBC Talent’s Pro Seminar enabled my parent’s to gain insight they could not find elsewhere. It made them feel confident and safe allowing them to help me start my career early.”
Alex Carr
CREDITS:
MONTCLAIR STATE UNIVERSITY MUSICAL THEATRE GRADUATE, OLIVER – WALNUT STREET THEATRE, PHILADELPHIA, PETERBOROUGH PLAYERS – NEW HAMPSHIRE, MAC-HAYDN THEATRE – UPSTATE NEW YORK, THE LOST NATION THEATRE – VERMONT.
“I can’t thank Leesa enough. She believed in me and my talents from the start, and was always looking for new ways and opportunities to help me grow, both professionally and personally — and she’s still looking out for me to this day. She’s the best!”
Carolyn Chester
“I am a dancer first however with Leesa’s guidance I enrolled in voice lessons as well as acting class. I became fully prepared for anything that could be asked of me in auditions. From the numerous performance opportunities she provided me, to the professional advice she’s given me, I feel much more prepared for a career in performance!”
Hannah Schwallie
I started working with Leesa as I was preparing for musical theatre college auditions, but she has helped me with so much more. Not only did she help me get into my dream college programs, but she has supported me as I start my professional career. She has connected me with industry professionals and has helped me become a stronger performer. After working with her and taking her online course, I feel much more prepared to navigate this challenging industry. Leesa is a true mentor and I recommend her to anyone who has a dream of working in the performing arts.
Lila Pfefferle
From the very beginning, Leesa has been a guiding force, offering not only her expertise in the performing arts but also her vast network of industry connections. Whether it was helping us navigate the world of professional programs, introducing Lila to industry professionals, or connecting her with top-tier educational institutions, Leesa has been a consistent and reliable resource. Leesa has played a key role in shaping Lila’s artistic growth and professional trajectory. Leesa’s experienced guidance has helped us navigate the audition landscape with confidence. Her advice is always thoughtful, practical, and tailored to Lila’s unique strengths. Leesa is truly responsible for the cultivation of my daughter’s talent and her professional development. We are incredibly grateful.
Audrey Kreitner
Leesa has been an amazing support and resource throughout our daughter’s journey. Her honest feedback, programs that
provided understanding and navigation of the industry, and her genuine supportive personality set her apart. Leesa has provided consistent advice from when our daughter was a young child singing, dancing, and acting to her attending Berklee College of Music as well as while she now is actively writing and releasing original music. Leesa and her family’s own life/performance experiences, performing arts studio management, LBC Talent, community engagement and connections within the performance industry have created a space where performers can find comfort in knowing Leesa is here for all of the right reasons and is dedicated to building their future in the arts.
~ Linda Kreitner
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