Diversity Casting

I just completed my first class in Narration with Sarah. She is a one of a kind teacher. Tough love (in a good way!) and extremely knowledgeable in her craft. She is an expert and you don’t want to miss taking this class! I walked away from the class eager to learn more and had a very realistic idea of what this particular type of voice over work entails. Thanks so much Sarah.

I took Sarah’s Narration Simple class at Voice One. I learned valuable script analysis techniques and was impressed by her ability to work with a group with very different levels of experience – a challenge for any teacher anywhere – and help each person increase their skills and performance through individually-​tailored coaching/​direction. She is direct and constructive and is clearly committed to having each and every student leave class with increased abilities. I highly recommend her as a teacher/​coach/​director.

I just worked with Sarah on casting a large photo shoot that I had previously cast without and agent. The shoot was rescheduled and I realized that I needed someone with insider know how to really hit the mark on the model casting. She found 2 models that were PERFECT and incredibly delightful to work with on set. The client was beside himself at the quality of talent.
Sarah is responsive, personable, and just a real pro in every sense of the word. I now consider her as part of my non-​negotiable core team when this need arises. I would recommend Sarah to any Creative Director I know.

I attended Sarah’s on-​camera auditioning workshop at VoiceOne. It was a workout… all good! She tells it like it is and offers lots of excellent feedback. If you are auditioning for on-​camera work in the Bay Area, I definitely recommend a class from Sarah.

My daughter SHAWN CRAB got her first ever film here. thanks Sarah her casting director. we went here October 6, 2014 it was my daughter’s first time doing this kind of thing and I am so happy how it turns out to be so perfect. I like how Sarah handle the scene at first I am very nervous as I am not how my daughter will react if she’s not acting with me now acting with a STRANGER but yeah she did a good job and got a Call back after a week, this time with the Director of the Film. OMG sooo excited just giving her a better chance of getting the role and yes she did it… She’s playing the younger version of the lead character and instead of only 1 scene they add more. thanks again to Ms. Sarah and the staff they are all so sweet very nice people I remember camille so pretty and then the guy behind the camera i think Dustine or Justine :) again thanks for the opportunity I hope You remember SHAWN CRAB and hope to see you again soon :) — cheena

I was in Sarah’s Narration Simple class at Voice One two weeks ago, and it was one of the best classes I’ve had. Although I have enjoyed and learned from every Voice One class I have attended, in Sarah’s class, I especially appreciated her direct and clear teaching style and her sense of humor. There was no wasted time, nothing was «let slide», and Sarah was right on top of exactly what each student was doing, with unique suggestions for each performer. I want to thank Sarah for making the class such an enjoyable and transforming experience!

Recently took her Narration Simple class via Voice One and really enjoyed it. More importantly I learned a great deal and took away some tips and technique to improve my voice to get work. I would certainly take more classes from here again.

I took Sarah’s ‘Auditioning for Film’ class at Voice One, and it was an incredibly rewarding experience. Because Sarah is an accomplished actor as well as being a top casting director in SF, the information she brings to class is unparalleled — what works in the audition room, and what an actor needs to do to nail the audition. Can’t get better than that!
I left the class completely energized and excited to tackle the next audition that comes my way. I highly recommend this class.

Ms. Kliban is a champ. I loved her class (intro to Narration). She’s tough but focused on helping students improve. She’s funny too and keeps the energy going. I learned alot about VO but also more acting in general. I have taken other classes elsewhere, but I would offer up that Sarah is among the best teachers, I have experienced. The class as a whole really liked the experience. I would suggest anyone interested in acting or voice over to work with Sarah. Nothing fake or inauthentic. She pushes honest truth and a rich environment for learning.

I just finished a narration class with Sarah Kliban at VoiceOne, and was greatly impressed. Sarah is my kind of instructor. She starts working from the first minute, based on her conviction that each student’s time is valuable. Her presentation is rich with knowledge; there was no lost or wasted time during the two days of the class. She not only teaches the course materials, but uses every opportunity to turn one student’s error or challenge into a teachable moment for the entire class.
Sarah is a fine teacher. If you have the opportunity to work with her, take advantage of it. Highly Recommended.

Sarah Kliban’s «Narration Simple» at Voice One was A-​MA-​ZING! I absolutely love and appreciate Sarah’s teaching style, her complete knowledge of the subject matter, her complete availability, and the individual attention she gave to everyone. I took away so much from this class. I am so thankful our paths crossed. I can’t wait for next time. Thank you, Sarah! :)

I’ve contacted Sarah Kliban to cast national and international projects from independent films to corporate video projects and voice overs. As someone who has worked in the entertainment industry for more than 20 years, I have to say she has one of the best (if not the best) intuitions for casting I have even seen. It’s no wonder her business continues to boom — she has helped me pull off impossible situations to everyone (especially my clients’) satisfaction.
I’ve also had the pleasure of working with Sarah, the actress. She’s an impeccable professional who delivers authentic performances. When projects come up that fit her skills and style, I know who to call.

Sarah Kliban is AWESOME. I’m a relatively new filmmaker (made a bunch of short movies in my teens). I just finished my first 14 minute short film, «Loaded Paradise.» (
) I knew that I needed to not mess around when it came to casting. One bad actor can ruin a whole project. (For that matter, so can one bad director, but that’s not what we’re talking about here. ;)
While I do take some credit («ahem»), I absolutely attribute an undeniable part of the film’s success to the casting work of Sarah Kliban at International Talent Casting. She’s the real deal, folks, and absolutely worth every penny. She won’t give up on you, or your project, until she’s got the folks you need.
The themes in my film were a bit out of the ordinary — okay, a lot out of the ordinary. We had cast everyone, through Sarah K., and were very pleased. Then, one of my key performers called me up and said he couldn’t do it, two weeks after being cast, and only about 6 weeks before the shoot! I was worried, as you might imagine. I needn’t have been. Sarah was right in there, lining up folks to see. And though it got right close to the end (we didn’t find our guy until 4 days before shooting!), the actor Sarah found for us was *perfect.*
Sarah Kliban and International Talent Casting. Just exactly what every director /​producer needs. ;)

I have an MFA in theatre, 15 years in the acting business, have taken countless classes and workshops AFTER getting my degree, and Sarah Kliban is top notch! Seriously.
It was such an awesome experience having Sarah as a teacher — She is so specific and has so much practical and heart knowledge to share. I’m still absorbing and being influenced by her words and presence. It has been my favorite class by far — I so appreciated the way she treated us as professionals (with high expectations and standards from the start) AND used class time so efficiently. It is my biggest pet peeve — when students are allowed to be the directors (not talking about a directing class) or allowed to take over the class –she came in right away with clarity and clear boundaries: I loved her spirit and heart and care and insight.
I can’t wait for another opportunity to work with/​learn from — Sarah Kliban!

I am still savoring the experience. I was very fortunate to take an ‘Acting for Film’ class with Sarah Kliban. The class was absolutely fabulous! It exceeded my expectations and it highly inspired me. Sarah is a brilliant, knowledgeable instructor with a very sharp common sense and a witty personality that makes the experience rich and enjoyable. She brings so much of herself as a human being that it makes you feel at home. I not only felt at ease, but I also was in a constant state of awe. An evening full of insights that opened myself up to be able to absorb the information being offered. I literally felt an instinctive informational download.
I recommend this class to those who are willing to BE the part, that are willing to explore true emotion and that are open to honest, down to earth feedback. For those who prefer to play it «safe» and are all for the «PC experience,» this is not for you, but if you want to grow and expand your possibilities, this is a wonderful playground. Thank you Sarah!

I have had the privilege of taking classes at Voice One, SF, and private coaching session with Sarah Kliban. Her teaching and critiques are intelligent, perspicacious, candid and direct yet compassionate in her pointed and insightful guidance of the student’s abilities, strengths and shortcomings.
She recognizes and acknowledges your inner spirit– and with wit and sensitivity, skillfully offers specific practical and helpful techniques that enable one to hone one’s skills and improve performance.
She is genuine and passionate about her work and career; her wide range of experience as both an actor and a casting director carries through in her classes and offers a veteran’s wise perspective.

I have had the great fortune of taking classes with Sarah Kliban at Voice One in San Francisco. She taught me an incredible amount, some lessons that I will carry on through the course of my life. She is an enthralling instructor, the passion she carries for her career & art are evident, there’s no way you can come out of her class without feeling the fire ignite within yourself. She teaches you to allow yourself the career of your dreams, to trust in yourself and to go for it. She’s forthright & direct, she pulls no punches, the kind of honest guidance one needs when pursuing a career in this field. She’s inspiring and I feel so very fortunate to have had the opportunity to study under her.
Thank you Sarah~ you truly changed my life with some of the advice you gave out in class, I am forever in your debt!

Ah. I’ve experienced two classes taught by Sarah Kliban via Voice One.
Particularly in the most recent class (with Rossana & Meghan), Sarah showed me where I need to be, where I need to go – what I need to learn. This has been instrumental in my education thus far.
Learning from Sarah is intense, and it can be amazing; however, probably not a good fit for the faint-​hearted.
I will gladly take other classes from Sarah Kliban. Thank you, Sarah.

Like Rossana S., I recently took an Auditioning for Film class with Sarah Kliban at San Francisco’s Voice One. And like Rossana, I took the class to increase my value as an actor. I probably would have taken the class even if Sarah didn’t teach it, but knowing it was offered under her tutelage could have easily been the only impetus needed to get me in the door.
Sarah brings a unique perspective to her coaching in that she’s an actor and casting director – it’s not often that someone’s able to advise you from both sides of the fence.
Her feedback is genuine and honest, and she tweaks all actors, regardless of their tenure, to bring out performances that are better than the last.
Sarah also teaches a narration voiceover class at Voice One, which I took about a year ago. Although it was a different curriculum all together, Sarah was just as resourceful. She prepares thoroughly, regardless of subject matter, and manages time extremely well.
I would jump at the opportunity to train with Sarah Kliban again.

Today I took an Auditioning For Film class taught by Sarah Kliban at Voice One. What an incredible class. The credibility and authority she brings on the subject is without question, as she is both an actor and a casting director. There was a wide range of experience in the class, from the beginning actor to the 20 year theatre veterans. Sarah’s information was useful for everyone and practical.
The curriculum covered the basic do’s and dont’s when auditioning, but spent the majority of time honing the actors skills in making strong scene choices, «designing» your setting and delivering the the most believable and interesting audition. Stressing the importance of relationships, risks and imagination. Every student received 3 different audition sides to perform. Sarah’s teaching style is direct. She isn’t afraid to push you, even if at times it means stripping away at someone’s defenses. Sarah’s motivation is clear, to teach an actor how to use there own personal experiences to give their best performance.
My intention in taking this class was to increase my value as an actor and feel better prepared for auditions and camara work. Sarah’s guidance did just that.