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***CLASSES ARE TUESDAYS 5PM PST & THURSDAYS 10:30AM PST***
!!! CLASSES ARE VIRTUAL!!!
THEY ARE SMALL 3 TO 5 STUDENT GROUP CLASSES.
9 yrs of age and older
I became SAG within my first year of acting. In this amount of time, I have managed to receive network credits on ABC, Netflix, Hulu and TheCW. I have several audition rooms that I frequent. I have had the gift of "booking the room" since my FIRST audition. I've also booked national commercials, and now direct my own projects including music videos. The actors that I have coached have booked and received callbacks. I have a way of helping to make your audition or selftape stand out, by making strong yet smart choices. I am patient and passionate when coaching, and I like to work in a fun, free and nonjudgmental environment where we can all be comfortable. In my class we work on audition prep, on camera work, connecting to the character, confidence & professionalism, and scene study.
Things I assist with:
I specialize in scripted Theatrical TV & Film. I do not coach for commercials unfortunately.
Selftape/In-Room Theatrical TV/Film Audition Coaching
On camera work
Audition preparation
Class setting training
One on One private coaching for auditions
Connecting to the character
Scene study
Selftape Reader
Beginning as a Theatrical Actor (How To Start)
Preparing For Headshots
Assistance with Choosing Headshots
Representation Pitches
Advice/Consultation
Help with Confidence
Overview
Hired 44 times
Background checked
1 employee
9 years in business
Business hours
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Payment methods
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2021
Services offered
Acting venue(s)
Theater
Improv theater
Film
TV episode
Level of experience
No experience
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Acting goal(s)
To prepare for an audition
To build confidence
To explore as a hobby
To continue professional development
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, work quality, and responsiveness.
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Jasmine D.
May 23, 2022
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Hired on Thumbtack
Phire has been so helpful with my daughters acting. She not only coaches but helps with auditions and I am extremely grateful we found her. Though we have a time difference she always is able to accommodate our schedule. Couldn’t ask for a better coach!
Details: 6 - 9 years old • Intermediate • To continue professional development • To prepare for an audition • Film • TV episode • TV commercial • What the teacher recommends • No specific focus • 2-4 people • Remotely (phone or internet) • My home, venue, etc.
Phire Whitaker's reply
I truly appreciate you guys for sucja great review. I'm so happy to be apart of the journey. She's one talented little girl. Thank you for choosing me to be apart.
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Kenneth W.
Mar 23, 2022
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Hired on Thumbtack
I really enjoyed my first lesson I loved her patient and professional responses to any questions I had and I also loved her professional criticism on how to work on my skills definitely feel like she is an amazing start to my acting journey!
Details: 18 - 25 years old • No experience • To prepare for an audition • To build confidence • To explore as a hobby • To continue professional development • Film • TV episode • What the teacher recommends • No specific focus • 1 person • Remotely (phone or internet)
Phire Whitaker's reply
Kenneth! So happy to be working with you. I am looking forward to your continued journey. Thank you for the feedback. I am happy you are enjoying your lessons.
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Carson A.
May 14, 2021
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Hired on Thumbtack
Phire is an amazing acting coach! She truly helped me visualize my character and find the rhythm within the script. Can’t wait for my next session!
Details: 18 - 25 years old • Beginner • To build confidence • To prepare for an audition • Not applicable; lessons are for personal interest • What the teacher recommends • No specific focus • 1 person • Remotely (phone or internet)
Phire Whitaker's reply
Good luck this weekend Carson! Kill it! Thank you so much for the review.
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Tara H.
Apr 8, 2021
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Hired on Thumbtack
Phire is an amazing acting coach! She helped me find “me” in my character, something I’d been struggling with, and in one session! She also helped me level up my auditioning skills as well! I’m excited to continue working with her and believe she is a gifted teacher.
Details: 26 - 44 years old • Intermediate • To prepare for an audition • To build confidence • To continue professional development • Film • TV episode • What the teacher recommends • No specific focus • 1 person • Remotely (phone or internet)
Phire Whitaker's reply
Tara! I love working with you. Thank you for the kind words. It makes me smile knowing I helped you! 😊
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Crystal H.
Mar 1, 2022
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Hired on Thumbtack
I had my first session with Phire a couple days ago and it went amazing. I already learned so much about acting and built up my confidence thanks to her. I never acted or had any type of training, so going into it I was super nervous and had no idea what to expect, but that quickly went away. She was really good at explaining things in different ways if I didn’t quite understand the first time. That helped me go through my own journey to develop my character and learn to be more natural with it. I wasn’t sure what my future looked like with acting, or if I wanted to pursue it further, but after talking with Phire I feel very motivated about continuing my journey and i’m very excited for future sessions with her!
Details: 18 - 25 years old • No experience • To build confidence • To explore as a hobby • Not applicable; lessons are for personal interest • What the teacher recommends • No specific focus • 1 person • At the pro’s location • Remotely (phone or internet)
Phire Whitaker's reply
Crystal! What a pleasant review. It makes me smile to know that students are acting getting something from training with me. I cant wait for our continued sessions! See you soon.
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Credentials
Background Check
Milcah Whitaker
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
My pricing is $75 per hour. I am offering a $15 discount off your first session with me, making your first session $60. Starting off, most sessions are around an hour long.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
My typical process is to first see where my student is currently in his/her acting. Then we move at his/her pace, while at the same time incorporating my knowledge and tools as a coach and actor. I make sure to check in with my student as we grow their experience.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have been training since beginning my career in acting. I train with Wendy Davis of Army Wives and Love Is... and Max Decker's MAD Acting Studio. I have been a part of the entertainment business since 2010.
