Acting and Playwriting Coaching

From 111.45 C$ /h

Are you ready to bring your acting and writing to life in ways you never imagined? Whether you’re an actor looking to deepen your performance skills or a playwright aiming to craft powerful narratives, I offer coaching that is tailored to your individual creative journey.

I am Joy, a director, writer, and musician with a passion for storytelling that explores themes of Black Femininity and postcolonial imagination. Originally from Dallas, Texas, and currently based in London, my work has been featured in The Irish Times and The Sunday Times as part of their “Ones to Watch in 2024” list. As a director and playwright, I’ve received recognition from prestigious bodies including the Verity Bargate Award, Theatre503 International Playwriting Award, and the Louis Sudler Prize in the Arts from Harvard University.

Having honed my craft through experiences such as being a Director SEED at Rough Magic Theatre and a writer under Enda Walsh’s mentorship for Theatre For One, I bring a wealth of expertise and artistic vision to my coaching sessions. Whether you're working on character development, stage presence, script analysis, or developing original plays, I create a space where you can grow as both an artist and a storyteller.

My coaching is deeply rooted in real-world industry experience, informed by my directing work with actors, as well as my work as a writer for theatre and film. Together, we’ll explore your craft with the intention of unlocking the authentic, dynamic performance or powerful, evocative writing that is uniquely yours.

Whether you're just beginning your creative journey or you're an experienced artist looking to push the boundaries of your work, I offer guidance that is personalised, nurturing, and challenging. I’ll help you sharpen your technique, discover new approaches to storytelling, and find the confidence to truly bring your artistic voice to the stage or page.

Location

Online from United Kingdom

Age

Children (7-12 years old)

Teenagers (13-17 years old)

Adults (18-64 years old)

Seniors (65+ years old)

Student level

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Duration

60 minutes

The class is taught in

English

Skills

Acting

Playwriting

Filmmaking

Availability of a typical week

(GMT -05:00)

New York

Online via webcam

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Tue

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20-24

Marek

4.81

(21)

Singers, singers, a professional coach to help you perform on stage or prepare for a casting, contest or recording. . Also for the staging of shows: song, theater, sketches. Use the services of a professional to progress quickly. Help and advice for creating texts and compositions. For young people and adults.
Internships at home (all of Switzerland, neighboring France, Paris) or at home in St. Croix (Switzerland) in a very pleasant working environment.

Cami

4.81

(21)

These sessions allow the development of skills and knowledge of the trade, with the game facing the camera, familiarization with the audiovisual environment and the camera tool, in the art of acting.

Your inventiveness and your uniqueness being at the center of your training, it is a question of dwelling on the objective criteria, such as the voice, the use of the body, the relationship with the partner, the capacity to occupy the space. But it is also the singularity and the commitment that are decisive.

The objective of this training is to be able to:

- Analyze and dissect a text
- Create, develop and embody a character
- Understand the artistic and technical writings of a film or a play
- Create, cultivate and develop one's artistic identity and singularity

(...)

Through simulations and role-playing, the association between theory and practice makes it possible to achieve its objectives.

PLACES :
- Locations: Geneva - Lausanne - Friborg - Neuchâtel - Montreux - Basel - Sion - Sierre - Morges - Bienne. But currently and until further notice, only by videoconference in accordance with national recommendations on Covid.

These sessions, for which you have asked me, also seem to be perfectly unanimous since they arouse a certain enthusiasm (and a certain enthusiasm). Indeed, they have the advantage of face-to-face sessions (ex: quality of the interaction), without its disadvantages (ex: loss of travel time) with additional advantages (ex: the entire session transcribed in writing on the chat). That is why, at your request, I continue to offer this option.
- As other people do regularly, you can also please your loved ones by offering gift vouchers available all year round.

THE TRAINER
From a Grande Ecole post-preparatory class in France & Ivy League University in the United States, our teacher has specialized and has worked for more than 14 years in the field, in international establishments, intervening in forums and conferences.

CONTACT / PROGRAM
A la carte program: evaluated and adapted to each need.

Lawrence

4.81

(21)

I'm a former New York City voice teacher/coach, professional singer and an award winning composer who has relocated to Berlin. I've taught with the most reputable children's musical theatre organizations in NYC with students of all ages as well as private students and I've worked with Broadway stars such as Laura Osnes, Karen Mason and Ron Bohmer, who have also recorded my music, and I'm excited to bring my 20 yrs of teaching experience to Berlin! I teach songwriting as well, if that is something you're interested in.

I'm a classically trained singer who performed with the San Francisco Opera and other companies both in opera and musical theatre for many years. Though I specialize now in musical theatre, I am happy and comfortable teaching you to sing in whatever style you prefer. The basics are the same! In our lessons, we will work on breath, correct vowel pronunciation, placement, diction, etc... as well as getting rid of the tension and habits that keep us from singing freely and beautifully. We will also work on the musical and dramatic aspects of the material we choose together, so that you will feel comfortable at an audition or a performance. And I keep lessons fun so that you can both learn and progress each week AND enjoy yourself!

Whether just starting out or a professional who needs help working on an audition or role, I can help you reach your goals!

Linda

4.81

(21)

Are you afraid of public speaking? Are you shy? Let's make a difference and find the confidence you've been looking for! Learn with a bilingual (English-Spanish) teacher with 18 years of experience! She has her own school with a focus on personalized arts instruction for 11 years.

We have personalized classes at home, at your home or virtual of:

- Theater
- Musical theatre
- Acting
- Puppets
- Body expression
- vocal expression
- public domain
- Diction

Schedules:

Monday to Friday 7am to 7pm
Saturdays 9am-5pm

You can also take your classes online. All values are per person.
All ages and levels, don't wait any longer!

Kyra

4.81

(21)

NL

Hello, I am Kyra. I have both an artistic and educational master in drama at LUCA School of Arts. In addition, I sometimes give acting coaching as a teacher at the drama department of LUCA School of Arts.

I offer two things:

1) Basic camera acting course (Beginner/Intermediate):
How do I behave in front of the camera? What is the difference between acting in a film and acting on stage?
What should I look out for? What are the secrets of castings? And what should I know?

Using a fictional casting, we will investigate together how you come across on screen. We will analyze a scene and work with different camera techniques such as applying different image formats, listening, reacting and thinking on screen so that you can confidently take the (next) step in the world of camera acting.

2) Game coaching in preparation for an audition or shooting day (Beginner/intermediate/advanced):

I coach you in preparing a monologue/scene for an audition or a shooting day.

I am happy to act as a guide for your first steps in the world of (on-camera) acting and auditioning.

SCARY

Hello, I am Kyra. I have both an artistic and an educational master in drama at LUCA School of Arts. In addition, I sometimes give acting coaching as a teacher at the drama department of LUCA School of Arts.

I offer two things:

1) Basic camera acting course (Beginner/Intermediate):
How do I act for the movie camera? What's the difference between acting in a movie or acting on stage?
What should I pay attention to? What are the secrets of doing castings? And what do I need to know?

Together we will investigate how you come across on screen based on a fictitious casting. We will analyze a scene and work with different camera techniques such as applying different image sizes, listening, reacting and thinking on screen so that you can confidently take the (next) step in the world of screen acting.

2) Acting coaching in preparation for an audition or shooting day (Beginner/intermediate/advanced):

I coach you in preparing a monologue/scene for an audition or shooting day.

I love to be your guide for your first steps into the world of (camera) acting and auditioning.

Marta

4.81

(21)

Voice is one of the most important channels of communication for human beings. Starting from breathing and vocal training we will explore together the potential of your voice in singing and speaking.

We will certainly start with breathing and training our body to connect body and voice.
Come on and join me!

Camille

4.81

(21)

✓ Improvisation is the art of composing within the framework of a role play, without being overplayed so as not to lose credibility, by taking pleasure and appearing convinced (because communication does not consist, for example, of having confidence, but of appearing confident). It helps with a wide range of skills (imagination, emotional faculties, physical expressiveness, vocal projection, clarity of speech, interpretation, improvisation, observation, emulation, stage combat...) to make public speaking, communication , the theatricalization enhanced by the stage space and the play of the actor - improviser.

✓ Your inventiveness, singularity, commitment and signature being at the center of this training, it is about giving you the techniques to improvise, create, stage, while showing confidence and conviction to your interlocutors, in the private sphere or of the professional.

✓ So how can you also confront your shyness or lack of (relative) self-confidence by surpassing yourself by moving forward?
➤ Express yourself with your body, your emotions, your ideas to mobilize your abilities and your creative energy
➤ Explore your path to personal expression in complete freedom and security by overcoming your fears of expressing yourself in public
➤ Activate flexibility of mind, particularly by practicing active listening
➤ Develop your creativity and imagination while overcoming your shyness, developing your speaking, listening and responding skills
➤ Anchor lasting resources such as letting go, leaving one's comfort zone thanks to a caring framework and personalized modules/exercises

In application: For example, awareness raising and introduction to the Art of Storytelling have several objectives: Storytelling in public, Composing a repertoire of stories, Organizing a collective show, Games and bringing emotions into play (...). These theoretical training and practical training sessions (story structure, voice, memory, diction, management of stage fright, etc.).

It is a question of going through the history of the tale (origin, different styles of tale, difference between tale and story), the art of telling (work on the voice, the body, the imagination), the tale and the child (importance of the story for the overall development of the child, resource of the imagination, difference between reading and telling) ...: in short, the intention of this course is to make you want even more, to better tell stories

Open to all those interested in the story (parents, teachers, animators, educators ...), these sessions can also be offered to the person of your choice.

With the program, for this example of storytelling art in particular:
✓ Explore and experience the art of storytelling and discover its hidden sides
✓ Express yourself with your body, your emotions, your ideas, play with situations (...)
✓ Mobilize your capacities and creative energy
✓ Open interior spaces of reverie
✓ Explore your path of personal expression in complete freedom and security
✓ Overcome your fear of public speaking
✓ Make room for your imagination, Develop your creativity
✓ Activate flexibility of mind, Practice active listening
✓ Cooperate, create, play down

The art of storytelling therefore allows you to develop your creativity and imagination, because you are both a director and an actor. It also allows you to overcome shyness and develop speaking, listening and responding skills. Each person evolves at their own pace and uses their sense of creativity.

Objective: to anchor sustainable resources such as letting go, creativity, presence or self-confidence. In short, this artistic discipline will accompany you in your personal development and will help you get out of your comfort zone thanks to a benevolent environment and playful exercises.

THE TRAINER
With training from a Grande Ecole post-European preparatory class & an Ivy League university in the United States, our teacher has specialized and has worked for more than 18 years in the field, in international establishments, speaking in forums and conferences.

➤ PLACE, TIMETABLE, PRICES
✓ Locations: Geneva-Lausanne-Fribourg-Zurich-Neuchâtel-Lugano-Montreux-Basel-Neuchâtel-Bern-Lucerne-Brussels-Luxembourg-Paris-Lyon. But currently, these sessions continue to be offered by videoconference in the current context and in accordance with general demand which is almost unanimous on this subject.

✓ Indeed, apart from the classic advantages of videoconferencing (time saving related to travel & their unforeseen events, eco-responsibility, increased schedule flexibility, etc.), the quality of the session & the interaction remain identical. In addition, the entire exchange, notes and recommendations are immediately transcribed on the dedicated chat.

✓ To support us among ourselves & to be pleasant to you in this sustainable / particular period and in a spirit of solidarity, the fees are temporarily reduced and will not increase after the start of our sessions.

✓ Languages: French/English.

✓ The progress following these private sessions is perceptible from 1 to 2 sessions (*2024 study).

✓ As other people do regularly, you can also please your loved ones by offering gift vouchers available all year round.

CONTACT / PROGRAM
✓ A la carte program: evaluated and adapted to each need.

Isabella

4.81

(21)

Hi, I’m Isabella. I'm an actress trained internationally, with work experience across film, theatre, and TV. I’ve studied at places like IDSA in London, Stella Adler in LA, and Mulholland Academy in Amsterdam, and my training includes techniques like Chubbuck, Meisner, and more.

In our sessions, we’ll always start with where you’re at, whether you’re at the beginning of your acting journey or already stepping into auditions. I tailor everything to your needs, from scene work and character prep to building emotional range, sharpening your audition skills, or simply feeling more grounded and present in front of the camera or on stage.

Lúcia

4.81

(21)

This class is designed for anyone who wants to develop a confident, expressive and healthy voice, whether in singing, acting, or public speaking.

I combine vocal technique, breathing, body awareness and interpretation, helping each student connect voice and expression.

Depending on your goals, we can work on:
– singing technique and repertoire;
– vocal projection and diction for actors and speakers;
– stage presence and performance for singers;
– posture, breathing and confidence in communication.

My approach is creative, clear and adapted to each student’s experience level.

Classes are suitable for both beginners and advanced students.

Zoran

4.81

(21)

This class is for Filming with video camera, editing, recording sound, light setup, live streaming. The focus is to learn how to film, edit and deliver. You'll learn a variety of video techniques to cut down on costs and time in a relaxed and fun environment.

Marco

4.81

(21)

La formazione aziendale è una noia? Ogni volta che ti mandano ad un corso preferiresti spararti?
Fallo con un attore!
Con l'APS ti diverti apprendendo!
Acting significa recitare, recitazione, ma anche "to play" significa recitare, suonare, ma anche giocare. Vorrà pur dire qualche cosa... :)
Siamo tutti sempre davanti ad un pubblico! 1, 10, 100, 1000 persone! Chi lo sa meglio di un attore? Chi più di un attore è abituato a parlare in pubblico? E poi... è più divertente!

Partendo dagli elementi essenziali della Comunicazione, le lezioni di APS (Acting Public Speaking) integrano nello specifico del parlare in pubblico molti degli elementi base della recitazione, in una modalità che parte dall'esperienza diretta dell'insegnante.
Lavoreremo quindi sui “classici" elementi base della Comunicazione (verbale, non verbale, paraverbale), nonché sulla preparazione di un discorso pubblico: scegliere i contenuti, le fonti, il setting, e molti degli altri aspetti che rendono un discorso in pubblico un discorso efficace.

Il mio approccio attoriale pone l’attenzione sul respiro, l’uso della voce, le basi di dizione (articolazione ed elementi di ortoepia), l’ascolto e l’osservazione di se stessi e degli altri, la memorizzazione, il corpo, la postura, il contatto col pubblico.
Fai arrivare i tuoi contenuti in una conversazione, in un colloquio di lavoro, una conferenza, un esame, un'interrogazione, una recita (amatoriale e non), quando leggi un tuo scritto! Respira, ascolta, parla al tuo pubblico usando tecniche attoriali.
Divertiti parlando in pubblico. Se ti diverti tu, si divertirà anche chi ti ascolta, e ti ascolterà più volentieri, anche se l'argomento è serissimo!
D’altronde: chi, più di un attore... Ah, l’ho già detto... Ma... ti ho detto che c’è anche da divertirsi..?

ATTENZIONE! L'orario delle lezioni è indicativo: contattami se preferisci altri orari!

Hunter

4.81

(21)

A class analyzing the history and trope of the final girl in horror films, we as a class over multiple lessons will go through films such as 1978's Halloween, Scream, Nightmare on Elm Street, and many more

If you have any spicific films you need to go over for any reason let me know and I will happily work it into the schedule

Carlsen

4.81

(21)

This course introduces students to the fundamental principles of screenwriting for film. Through lectures, readings, and writing exercises, students will learn core storytelling concepts including three-act structure, character development, conflict, visual storytelling, and dialogue. Emphasis is placed on crafting short scripts and learning how to communicate ideas cinematically through action and imagery. By the end of the course, students will have completed a polished short screenplay and gained a solid foundation in the creative and structural tools used by screenwriters.

André

4.81

(21)

With a Master's degree from TAI School, and having taught two courses there since 2024, I now offer one-on-one tutoring to help you improve your writing and let your ideas take flight. And all in English. As an American with real-world Hollywood production experience (on films like The Neon Demon and the Oscar-winning Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri), I bring not only a solid foundation in narrative and storytelling, but also practical insight into how your writing influences production, performance, and even financing.

Having lived in Spain for almost a decade has given me a global perspective on film and a deep understanding of international and cultural narrative paradigms. With three short films screened at international festivals (and a fourth premiering this year), I can confidently guide you toward stronger, clearer, and producible writing that stands out and, hopefully, comes to fruition. Not confident in your English? No problem! With extensive experience teaching the language, I'll also help you with translation (from Spanish, of course) so your writing style becomes more fluid and natural.

Alina

4.81

(21)

Looking to start writing your first screenplay, play, or something else of your liking? Want help with something you're currently writing? In this class, you'll learn how the structure of a story functions and improve upon any part of storytelling you want to get better at.

Practices in class include writing exercises, in-class proofreading, and delving into other pieces of work to see what makes them a good story.