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These pros consistently receive high praise in customer reviews.These popular pros are highly sought after for their quality and expertise.These pros recognize that your time is important, and are the fastest to respond to requests.These highly recommended pros are experts, ready to help with your project.

These pros consistently receive high praise in customer reviews.These popular pros are highly sought after for their quality and expertise.These pros recognize that your time is important, and are the fastest to respond to requests.These highly recommended pros are experts, ready to help with your project.

Jeff Berg: Your Acting Peer (ONLINE COACH)

Jeff Berg: Your Acting Peer (ONLINE COACH)

Exceptional 5.0

(44)

Exceptional 5.0

(44)

61 hires on Thumbtack

Noah G. says, "Jeff is a really down to earth guy that feels more like your friend than a coach. He genuinely wants to see you succeed and provides you with the techniques and constructive criticism to improve. I have felt comfortable with him since day 1 and I would recommend him to anyone looking for an acting coach."See more

$90/hour

Starting price

$90/hour

Starting price

Noah G. says, "Jeff is a really down to earth guy that feels more like your friend than a coach. He genuinely wants to see you succeed and provides you with the techniques and constructive criticism to improve. I have felt comfortable with him since day 1 and I would recommend him to anyone looking for an acting coach."

Emerson Actor’s Workshop

Emerson Actor’s Workshop

Exceptional 5.0

(9)

Exceptional 5.0

(9)

12 hires on Thumbtack

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Sharon A. says, "Emerson is very professional and considerate. He very passionate about acting, cares about the experience his clients are receiving."See more

$90/hour

Estimated price

$90/hour

Estimated price

Sharon A. says, "Emerson is very professional and considerate. He very passionate about acting, cares about the experience his clients are receiving."

Maggie Wagner private Acting coaching

Maggie Wagner private Acting coaching

Great 4.8

(36)

Great 4.8

(36)

56 hires on Thumbtack

Tiffany H. says, "Maggie is fun to work with, she’s professional, she is flexiable with scheduling , and she ultimately wants you to think about how you’re approaching characters and building associations with your inner emotions to draw from your imagination . I really enjoy the experience I have working with her, I learn something new every time."See more

$55/hour

Starting price

$55/hour

Starting price

Tiffany H. says, "Maggie is fun to work with, she’s professional, she is flexiable with scheduling , and she ultimately wants you to think about how you’re approaching characters and building associations with your inner emotions to draw from your imagination . I really enjoy the experience I have working with her, I learn something new every time."

Michael Santora - MFA Acting Coach

Michael Santora - MFA Acting Coach

Exceptional 5.0

(10)

Exceptional 5.0

(10)

Valerie O. says, "I was fortunate to have been cast in Michael's zoom production of "Coriolanus" during the shutdown. Not having read or seen the play before, I was grateful for Michael's excellent coaching in playing Volumnia. He understands actors and acting, and respects the text and the context of scripts. It was a joy working with him, and I heartily recommend him to any actor, new or veteran!"See more

$50/hour

Estimated price

$50/hour

Estimated price

Valerie O. says, "I was fortunate to have been cast in Michael's zoom production of "Coriolanus" during the shutdown. Not having read or seen the play before, I was grateful for Michael's excellent coaching in playing Volumnia. He understands actors and acting, and respects the text and the context of scripts. It was a joy working with him, and I heartily recommend him to any actor, new or veteran!"

5.0

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5.0

(2)

Branden M. says, "These guys just get it! I felt early into the process of explaining what I was looking for that Ben already knew. Always brought multiple creative options to the table. We are on our 5th project together and I would highly recommend Ben and his team to anybody interested in pro level quality."See more

$100/hour

Starting price

$100/hour

Starting price

Branden M. says, "These guys just get it! I felt early into the process of explaining what I was looking for that Ben already knew. Always brought multiple creative options to the table. We are on our 5th project together and I would highly recommend Ben and his team to anybody interested in pro level quality."

Darlene Tejeiro

Darlene Tejeiro

Exceptional 5.0

(13)

Exceptional 5.0

(13)

5 hires on Thumbtack

Rebecca E. says, "Darlene is absolutely amazing. You can tell the quality and amazing work ethic she has just by the way she speaks about acting. She is very dedicated to the craft which is great because she is able to correctly teach you all the must-knows needed to become a terrific actor. Darlene is very professional and showed me the right way to prepare for and act in an audition. I’ve been wanting to be an actor for as long as I can remember and Darlene is finally there for me when no one else seems to be. I believe that Darlene and I met for a reason, not by coincidence. If you want an experienced, educated, terrific, and magnificently kind person to teach you, Darlene is your girl!"See more

$75/hour

Starting price

$75/hour

Starting price

Rebecca E. says, "Darlene is absolutely amazing. You can tell the quality and amazing work ethic she has just by the way she speaks about acting. She is very dedicated to the craft which is great because she is able to correctly teach you all the must-knows needed to become a terrific actor. Darlene is very professional and showed me the right way to prepare for and act in an audition. I’ve been wanting to be an actor for as long as I can remember and Darlene is finally there for me when no one else seems to be. I believe that Darlene and I met for a reason, not by coincidence. If you want an experienced, educated, terrific, and magnificently kind person to teach you, Darlene is your girl!"

Raf Acting Lessons

Raf Acting Lessons

5.0

(1)

5.0

(1)

VEGAS-D V. says, "Raf helped me to start my acting career with some acting lessons that he taught. I was able to learn a lot! how to break down a scene how to add layers to a scene and how to create an arc in a scene. I give raf a five star review."See more

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VEGAS-D V. says, "Raf helped me to start my acting career with some acting lessons that he taught. I was able to learn a lot! how to break down a scene how to add layers to a scene and how to create an arc in a scene. I give raf a five star review."

Language and Art Center: ESL, Spanish & Acting

Language and Art Center: ESL, Spanish & Acting

Exceptional 5.0

(8)

Exceptional 5.0

(8)

África B. says, "I really like the classes, they are very fun and I learned a lot"See more

$80/hour

Starting price

$80/hour

Starting price

África B. says, "I really like the classes, they are very fun and I learned a lot"

Social Justic Lab

Social Justic Lab

New on Thumbtack

New on Thumbtack

1 hire on Thumbtack

Recently moved from NYC to Miami and now live in Los Angeles. I have 30 years experience in the business. I've worked Off Broadway and in Film. I went to NYU and Studied on a full scholarship directly with Anna Strasberg. I know how to get parts and I can teach you to use your natural talents to get them too.See more

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Recently moved from NYC to Miami and now live in Los Angeles. I have 30 years experience in the business. I've worked Off Broadway and in Film. I went to NYU and Studied on a full scholarship directly with Anna Strasberg. I know how to get parts and I can teach you to use your natural talents to get them too.

Kidz in the Biz

Kidz in the Biz

5.0

(3)

5.0

(3)

JoJo H. says, "I’ve had the pleasure of shadowing with Nisha for the past few years, and the acting growth I’ve witnessed in the children she’s coached is truly remarkable. She brings a rare combination of technical expertise, emotional intelligence, and constructive feedback that creates a supportive yet challenging environment. Nisha doesn’t just teach acting — she helps you live the character. Whether it’s breaking down a script, exploring objectives and obstacles, or fine-tuning on-camera presence, every session is packed with insight and actionable guidance. What sets her apart is her ability to tailor coaching to each actor’s unique strengths and areas for growth. The children leave sessions feeling inspired, more confident, and better prepared for auditions or roles. If you’re serious about your craft, I can’t recommend Nisha highly enough. This is an investment that truly pays off!"See more

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JoJo H. says, "I’ve had the pleasure of shadowing with Nisha for the past few years, and the acting growth I’ve witnessed in the children she’s coached is truly remarkable. She brings a rare combination of technical expertise, emotional intelligence, and constructive feedback that creates a supportive yet challenging environment. Nisha doesn’t just teach acting — she helps you live the character. Whether it’s breaking down a script, exploring objectives and obstacles, or fine-tuning on-camera presence, every session is packed with insight and actionable guidance. What sets her apart is her ability to tailor coaching to each actor’s unique strengths and areas for growth. The children leave sessions feeling inspired, more confident, and better prepared for auditions or roles. If you’re serious about your craft, I can’t recommend Nisha highly enough. This is an investment that truly pays off!"

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