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Acting Coach

Erick is a professional actor who hails from the great state of Alaska, USA. He is best known for his work on The Son, Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, Spectre, and Dumbo directed by Tim Burton. He has also starred in various independent films including 16/03The Toymaker, Utah Cabin Murders and Alcatraz. He graduated with a Masters Degree in Acting from the Guildford School of Acting, and has worked as a professional actor in the UK for the past 11 years.

Erick believes that there's not just one true way to become a great actor. Everyone's needs are different, and the trick is finding what works for you. With a broad education and lots of experience in the field, Erick loves helping actors find their strengths and achieve their goals. 

Training

Masters, Acting, Guildford School of Acting

BA, Theatre Arts, University of Alaska Anchorage

Experience

Erick worked as an associate acting teacher for the University of Alaska Anchorage for 3 years. He has also worked as a director for both children's and adult theatre; having directed 8 full length plays and 6 short plays. Most importantly he has been working as a professional actor for 15 years both in the USA and here in the UK. He has experience with various techniques including Stanislavsky, Uta Hagen, Method, and Meisner techniques.

What you can learn

Acting is a valuable skill for multiple situations; not just on the stage or in films. If you need some help with public speaking, getting prepped for drama school and auditions, or learning how to transition between film and theatre acting: Erick can help. If you are looking to become a professional actor, there is much more to learn than just how to become a great actor. With the rise of technology, elements such as showreels, headshots, self-tapes are changing constantly; and Erick can share with you his perspective on how to survive in the modern business.

Primarily, Erick can help you with:

  • Preparing great auditions for drama school

  • Audition techniques for professional castings

  • How to apply specific acting techniques (such as Meisner, Stanislavski, etc)

  • Public Speaking

  • Marketing yourself as a professional actor

  • Industry tips and tricks

  • General improvement on acting ability or confidence

Rates

Sessions for individual coaching usually last an hour, but can be booked for longer if necessary. Sessions usually take place in his home, though he can travel to you if you're within a reasonable distance. 

The standard fee is £40 per hour, payable at the end of the session.

If Erick travels to you, it'd be £50 per hour.

You can also book 3 sessions for a reduced price of £110.

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DBS Check
Available 
Upon Request

2010 - present

2010 - present

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