Heartline Theatricals, LLC

Heartline Theatricals, LLC is a music school in Middleton, Wisconsin, offering professional voice and acting training. The studio provides private voice lessons and one-on-one acting instruction for students of all ages and experience levels, serving individuals in southern Wisconsin and worldwide through virtual platforms. Founded by Leslie Esser-Reitano, the school emphasizes individualized coaching that celebrates each student’s unique journey, fostering confidence and authentic artistic expression. With a 5.00 rating based on reviews, the studio is recognized for its supportive and empowering approach to performance training.

Leslie Esser-Reitano leads Heartline Theatricals with over three decades of experience in performing and teaching. She began her professional career in musical theatre during college at UW-Madison and later performed in New York and Los Angeles. Her teaching journey began at the Los Angeles High School for the Arts, where she discovered her passion for guiding others. Her method, the Whole Performance Technique, blends time-honored techniques with contemporary vocal science, helping students overcome fear and unlock their creative potential through curiosity, collaboration, and imaginative exploration.

The studio is located on Parmenter Street in Middleton, situated about a quarter of a mile from Quarry Park and Stricker Park, and within a short distance of Foxridge Hills and Clinton's Addition neighborhoods. It lies just over a third of a mile from the West Beltline Highway and the Middleton Post Office, placing it in a residential area near local green spaces and key community infrastructure.

Heartline Theatricals is known for its personalized instruction, strong student outcomes, and the dedication of its founder, who has cultivated a reputation for nurturing both emerging talent and seasoned performers. Students have gone on to notable roles, including a featured performance in the film *Wicked*. The studio stands as a trusted resource for voice and acting development in the Madison area.