Acting coaching
Acting at its best is playful and intuitive, but only when underpinned by rigorous and detailed work. Whether preparing for a specific audition or self-tape, or simply wanting to keep your acting muscles engaged, I can help you feel both rooted and free in performance.
I've worked as an acting coach for over five years. I teach from my home in South East London and also offer online coaching. My classes are £50ph.
Get in touch about coaching here.
Drama school auditions
Drama school auditions can be daunting. It is tempting to practise your pieces over and over, but often when it comes to the audition, you find yourself 'stuck'.
I can guide you through the process in a relaxed and constructive way. Selecting the right material is key, and together we can find the pieces that best showcase you and engage your imagination. We will then work to ensure you feel comfortable and prepared, but also able to play and have fun on the day.
I sit on the audition panel for Bristol Old Vic Theatre School and have taught at Arts Ed on the Acting BA, which has given me a unique insight into drama school application process. I have helped successful applicants to RADA, LAMDA, Royal Welsh, RCS, Drama Studio and Guildhall, as well as NYT.
Audition and self-tape prep
Working towards an audition?
I can help you break down a script and make bold, clear choices. We will also play with different versions of the scene, to ensure you're able to take direction and respond intuitively in the moment.
I also offer a self-tape service. We can prepare and record your scenes together, and I'll provide direction between each take to ensure you're giving your strongest, most detailed performance.
General coaching
Are you an experienced performer looking to hone your skills? Just starting out and looking for basic training? Or would you like to explore acting as a way to improve confidence and have fun?
Together, we can tailor a programme of work to suit you.
Areas of work include self-taping and audition technique, voice, movement, character, text analysis, Shakespeare, and Stanislavski method. Sessions are offered on a one-off or long-term basis.
Emily, successful RADA applicant
"Gemma was a fantastic acting coach through my set of drama school auditions. She prepared me for every situation I may have in the audition room, yet still allowed me to play and feel ownership over my characters. I felt comfortable and confident going into my auditions after our sessions. I cannot recommend Gemma enough."
Remmie Milner, professional actor
"We have worked together on many auditions and self-tapes, and it's always been really helpful and made me much more confident. Would highly recommend for anyone looking for audition prep or acting coaching in general."
Fayzaan, successful LAMDA applicant
“When I began working with Gemma I was a complete novice just beginning to get into acting; through Gemma’s help I went from not knowing anything to getting into Lamda’s 6 month foundation course 9 months later. She’s filled me with so much confidence and is really helpful and thorough. I seriously couldn’t recommend working with Gemma enough.”