Prepare an Audition ~ Build your actors mindset and gain confidence in your monologue audition! I can help you select and edit pieces that suit your unique type and show your range. We can clarify specific action, environment, inner conflict, physicality, character arc, and transitions in performance. From introduction to thank you, you can feel positive about your audition experience. I can assist with self tape and scene auditions as well!
Devise a New Work or Solo Show ~ Express your story in a uniquely theatrical way! Create a universe from scratch and use physical theatre tools to communicate meaning. Something compels us to make theatre in this thoroughly artistic way. I can help clarify a driving question or theme, develop a dynamic structure, build dialog and movement that will communicate and resonate for the audience. Creating a new work can be a profound and rewarding adventure.
Expand your New Play ~ Bring your new play to life or receive support and feedback throughout your process. I can ask loads of questions as a dramaturg or actively collaborate in the writing process with you. I can also help coordinate actors to workshop your play culminating in a staged reading.
Support for your Film ~ Relax on set and focus on the big picture knowing you have an acting coach for support. I can assist with communication and help your actors make strong choices to deliver an authentic performance that meets your vision.
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“It’s all about making discoveries on the journey, and Chris is a patient guide, trusting the process and letting the story unspool like a ball of yarn. The most important tools Chris gave me come from that adventure: focusing on discoveries, staying patient within the story, and then simply handing it off to the audience.” –Andy L.
“Chris brings great insight to coaching from his extensive teaching and acting background. He develops wonderful rapport with his students. Chris is also very organized and accommodating when scheduling appointments and he is always prompt. Chris is a nice person, enjoyable to be around, and keeps it fun when doing the hard work of acting.” – Megan L.
Chris is direct, open, honest and constructive. Within a few minutes of working with him my monologues found new physical and emotional life. I found his coaching to be particularly helpful in creating an active life on stage.” – Jim V.
“Chris was warm and supportive in our session. He made me feel comfortable and free to play, to mess up, to go for it. He gave constructive feedback and offered fresh ideas for how to approach the text. I would absolutely work with him again and would recommend him to other actors.” -Amy N.
“I’m going to college! The Manhattan School of Music! Thank you, so, so, SO much. This has been an exhilarating and stressful year and you have helped me get through it with your support and your belief in me. I am so glad you were a part of my life in Portland, and I’m incredibly humbled and grateful that you are helping me launch the next chapter of my life in a whole new state. This is gonna be great.” ~ Amber M.
“I will be attending the University of Arizona next fall getting a BFA is Musical Theatre. I ended up getting offers from six colleges for their musical theatre programs! Thank you so much for your help on my monologues during this audition process! It helped me so much! ” ~ Ali O.
“I’ve decided on getting my BFA in Acting at CalArts! I couldn’t have done it without you. Thank you so much for preparing me for my auditions and encouraging me along the way. It has meant a lot to be able to work with you one on one and in the Meisner class.” ~ Rachel B.
“Thank you for the continued notes, I am so grateful… I have LOVED this and still LOVE this show that we all created” ~ Shana
