testimonials
" ... I feel very lucky to have had the chance to grow under the guidance of James. His coaching helped me stand in my power, take the tools, and learn how to use them to give strong, memorable performances. He is passionate about the craft of story telling and the feeling is very contagious. He genuinely cares for the growth of his students, not only as an actor, but as a person. He encourages us to be a community of people who help and cheer for each other. James made me realize the secret to becoming a great actor is focusing on the power of standing up for the many stories that are being and in need of being told.
It changed my perspective of approaching my craft and significantly transformed my work..."
+2021 Impeachment: American Crime Story
2020 - Lost Girls: Angie's Story
Freeform - Grown-ish
CBS - All Rise, NCIS: LosAngeles
"...Coaching & classes with James, it’s like “life” challenging, fun, adventurous, & extremely rewarding. He reminds you that
living in the present is where the “prize is,” and his ability to break down scripts and moments and giving me the ability to do it myself,
that’s the prize and I’ve won, big time..."
"...I lovingly call James the "actor whisperer" with his amazing ability to interpret what's on our minds. Helped teach me how to make wiser, more effective, grounded choices that are personal and unique to me. With James, I saw and felt immediate changes in my work. His confidence and positivity are contagious!!..."
"...James just rocks. He’s helped in nurturing my strength as an artist and a professional "
"...James’s extensive first hand knowledge of the business combined with his unflagging passion for the work make him a truly inspirational teacher..."
"... a great guy, an honest man, a really cool mentor... James has guided me in my success..."
" James is not only an amazing actor but he's an amazing coach. His is the only class that I feel has been worth my time,
money,
and effort - it feels right. Every class with James feels, like a private coaching..."
2016: Just booked a lead in an Australian Film
"You're more than a teacher James, you inspire and motivate as you teach. Actors really need that, especially in LA when most of us are going for big dreams while distant from our friends and family - the people who usually help to keep us on track! "
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Hang out with some of the actors that have studied and coached with James :)
