Laura is a working actress, and has over 15 years experience in Theatre, Film, and Television as a teacher, actor, director and writer. She has an Honors BFA Degree in Theatre and Drama Studies from the University of Toronto, and an Acting Diploma from Sheridan College. She has taught acting and drama lessons to student’s aged 2- adult in Toronto, Ontario, Austin, Texas and Chicago, Illinois at well respected theatres and schools.

Laura was the star of a popular Canadian television series “Distant Roads” and has performed in numerous television commercials across North America. She has also been cast in numerous films and industrials, including her role in the film “Life”, awarded 7 Tara Nominations, and “Best of Show”. Laura has also worked extensively in voice-over work, namely for Yahoo and Whole Foods among many others.

Laura’s extensive experience as an actor, from dinner theaters to the famed Second City in Chicago, from corporate industrials to network television, has prepared her to teach students with a broad range of interests and needs, and to guide them according to their talents and unique backgrounds. She created Sol Acting Academy to offer a diverse group of kids and adults at various levels of theatrical development the opportunity for solid stage opportunities and personal development.

“After performing in my first play at age five, I knew that the theatre was a magical and wonderful place. As my desire to perform morphed into my desire to share my knowledge, I realized that drama brings many positive qualities to ones’ life.

Acting develops self-esteem, adaptability, problem solving skills, and teaches us how to communicate with others. The theatre helps us learn how to better sense the world around us, to perceive differently, and to celebrate ourselves and our life. It is my goal as an instructor to create a safe and fun place to experience the magic of theatre.

After understanding the basics of theatre, delving into the world of film and television is equally exciting. To recreate a feeling or moment on camera involves hard work and dedication, but when achieved can affect millions of viewers. Together, film and theatre provide a creative outlet that is ripe for exploration.”

- Laura Mathis