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Leading with Humanity
In a world increasingly driven by technology, Houde School of Acting stands firmly for the art of being human.
Jessica Houde-Morris brings two decades of expertise in emotional intelligence and the Meisner Technique to help actors master not just their craft, but themselves.
Because when truth, emotion, and empathy lead the way —
actors don’t just perform; they move people.
Ever wonder what makes a truly great actor?
It’s not just talent — it’s the ability to connect on a deeply human level.
At Houde School of Acting, we believe powerful performances start with human connection. Our foundation in the Meisner Technique trains you to listen deeply, respond truthfully, and live fully in each moment — both on and off camera.
Through classes in Meisner, Improv, Script Analysis, On Camera, Scene Study, and specialty workshops, you’ll strengthen your craft, intuition, and confidence.
Because great acting isn’t about pretending — it’s about being present, connected, and emotionally alive.
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Jessica Houde-Morris is the founder and head instructor of Houde School of Acting.
Her students have appeared in Television Shows; (The Haunting of Hill House, The Vampire Diaries, General Hospital, Blue Bloods, Criminal Minds, and more), Feature Films; (Insatiable, Tag, Bad Moms, Minute Man, Cherry, Snatched, My Blind Brother, Diary of a Wimpy Kid) and Commercials (Nike, Mcdonalds, Honda, Subway and Intel).
Steps to an Acting Career
Step One: Build your foundation.
Start with the Meisner Technique — a powerful training that teaches you to connect truthfully, listen deeply, and bring authentic emotion to your work. We offer both in-person and online classes to meet you wherever you are.
Step Two: Craft your professional identity.
Your headshots, résumé, clips, and demo reel are how the industry meets you. Within our community, you’ll meet trusted professionals who can help you create materials that reflect your unique essence and brand.
Step Three: Take the next step with confidence.
As your skills grow, you’ll be able to navigate the next stage of your career — understanding how to find and approach the right representation. Many Houde actors have found success by applying the tools and guidance gained from our community.
Step Four: Step into the room — and own it.
Through our classes, you’ll develop the emotional awareness and presence needed to bring honesty to every role. The work you do here translates directly to the audition room — and beyond.
TESTIMONIALS
FROM THE BLOG
Have you ever seen a live performance where something has gone wrong? For example, an actor needs to carry a prop across the stage, and then they drop it in front of everyone.
For a moment, any focus and attention from the audience and the performers is palpable. Even if the audience has not been paying attention at all until this point, this one moment is usually so honest and authentic that everyone is now fully listening to see how the actors will respond.
