At Thespian Arts Academy, our faculty is comprised of seasoned professionals dedicated to nurturing the next generation of actors. They bring years of experience from stage, film, and television, ensuring our students receive the highest quality training. Each instructor is passionate about fostering creativity and providing personalized guidance to help students achieve their full potential.
Emily Carter, a graduate of the prestigious Juilliard School, brings over 20 years of acting and directing experience to Thespian Arts Academy. Her career spans Broadway, Off-Broadway, and regional theatre productions. She specializes in classical acting techniques, scene study, and character development. Emily's teaching philosophy centers on empowering students to find their unique voice and approach to acting.
Notable Credits: "Hamlet" (Ophelia, Delacorte Theater), "A Streetcar Named Desire" (Blanche DuBois, Regional Tour), "Master Class" (Maria Callas, Lincoln Center Educational Outreach).
Emily's Courses: Acting Fundamentals, Advanced Scene Study, Shakespearean Acting
David Lee is a renowned voice and diction coach with extensive experience in film, television, and theatre. He holds a Master's degree in Vocal Performance from the University of Southern California. David has worked with numerous A-list actors to refine their vocal skills, eliminate accents, and improve their overall stage presence. He emphasizes the importance of breath control, articulation, and vocal projection.
Notable Credits: Voice coach for "The Crown" (Netflix), dialect coach for "Bridgerton" (Netflix), vocal consultant for the Los Angeles Opera.
David's Courses: Voice and Diction, Accent Reduction, Vocal Performance Techniques
Sarah Jones is a certified stage combat instructor and a former professional dancer with the American Ballet Theatre. She brings a wealth of knowledge and experience in movement, physical expression, and stage combat to Thespian Arts Academy. Sarah's classes focus on developing body awareness, flexibility, and coordination, as well as teaching safe and effective stage combat techniques. She believes that movement is an essential tool for actors to embody characters and tell stories.
Notable Credits: Choreographer for "West Side Story" (Regional Theatre), fight choreographer for "Romeo and Juliet" (Shakespeare Festival), movement consultant for "The Nutcracker" (American Ballet Theatre).
Sarah's Courses: Movement for Actors, Stage Combat, Physical Theatre
Michael Brown is an award-winning film and television actor and director. With over 15 years of experience in the industry, Michael has appeared in numerous critically acclaimed films and popular television shows. He is passionate about sharing his knowledge and experience with aspiring actors. Michael's classes focus on on-camera acting techniques, audition skills, and navigating the film and television industry.
Notable Credits: Lead role in "City of Dreams" (Independent Film), recurring role on "Law & Order: Los Angeles" (NBC), director of "The Audition" (Short Film).
Michael's Courses: On-Camera Acting, Audition Techniques, Film Production for Actors
Olivia Green is a seasoned improvisational comedian and instructor with over 10 years of experience performing and teaching improv. She is a graduate of the Second City Conservatory and has performed at numerous comedy festivals across the country. Olivia's classes are designed to enhance spontaneity, creativity, and collaboration skills. She believes that improv is an essential tool for actors to develop their comedic timing, think on their feet, and create compelling characters.
Notable Credits: Performer at Second City Mainstage, founder of "The Improv Aces" comedy troupe, improv coach for various corporate clients.
Olivia's Courses: Improvisation, Comedy Acting, Sketch Writing
Jackson White is a highly respected scholar and educator with a PhD in Theatre Studies from Yale University. He has published numerous articles and books on acting theory and history. Jackson's classes provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the historical and theoretical foundations of acting. He explores various acting techniques, styles, and movements, helping students develop a deeper appreciation for the art of acting and its cultural significance.
Notable Credits: Author of "The Art of Acting: A Comprehensive Guide," editor of "The Routledge Companion to Theatre Studies," professor at Yale University.
Jackson's Courses: Acting Theory and History, Dramatic Literature, Theatre Criticism
We invite you to explore our instructors' individual profiles to learn more about their expertise and teaching styles. At Thespian Arts Academy, we are committed to providing a supportive and enriching learning environment where students can thrive and achieve their artistic goals.