Coaching Rates
*All private coaching sessions are based on the rate of $75/hour.
*Audition crash courses cost a flat fee of $65, with a $30 deposit due prior to live coaching sessions and the full amount due before the "Pre-Recorded Coaching & Vocal Reference" package is sent.
*Production coaching rates are determined by the number of actors, number of dialects, amount of material, budget, etc. Flat rate is standard and discussable.
*If studio rental is required for in-person coaching, an additional flat fee of $30 will be added to the total session cost.
*Payment is accepted via Venmo, Zelle, or check.
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Coaching Sessions
[Private Coaching]
When learning a new dialect, Natalie offers the following:
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Minimum 2 sessions:
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First: Lasts 90 minutes​.
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Informational. Learn the technique, foundation, and specifics of the dialect. Begin applying to material.​
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Second: Lasts 75-90 minutes.
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Review and reinforce elements of the dialect. In-depth material application. ​
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Additional sessions can be added if desired or needed.
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[Production Coaching]
Does your film, TV, or theatrical production feature a dialect? Natalie's method is as follows:
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Much like in a private coaching session, Natalie teaches the appropriate technique, foundation, and specifics of the dialect to the applicable leading and supporting roles. Once the essentials are taught, she'll collaborate with the actors, director, and, if applicable, musical director to ensure authenticity, consistency, and comfortability with the dialect throughout the production process.
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Additionally, Natalie will coach performers featured in group scenes and/or musical numbers to ensure consistency of sound within the world of the story.
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Please note: It's very important to start dialect coaching sessions as early in the production process as possible, as actors achieve the most success when they rehearse and memorize in dialect (versus doing so in their regular voice and trying to apply the dialect later).
[Audition Crash Course]
Booked a last-minute audition, eh? Natalie offers the following options:
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Live Coaching Session:
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Learn the basic technique, foundation, and specifics of the dialect. Immediately apply to audition material, both marking the text and practicing aloud. Vocal reference from Natalie can be recorded upon request.
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Pre-Recorded Coaching & Vocal Reference:
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After receiving a copy of the audition material and any pertinent character information, Natalie will record herself reading said material in the dialect purely for audio reference and rehearsal (not for acting choices). Depending on the character description, she may also give you variations of the dialect (i.e. upper class vs. lower class, specific geographic region, etc.) for the sake of options.
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Natalie will also record a 10-15 minute coaching session quickly covering the basics of the accent, as well as take you through the audition material line by line, explaining the specific pronunciation changes. If applicable, she'll also explain her reasoning behind the aforementioned multiple options. Natalie will end this session with a clean reading of the audition material straight-through, in dialect, for audio reference and rehearsal.
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[Build-Your-Own Session!]
Looking for something totally different? Let's talk!​ Natalie is always open to working around artists' needs, schedules, etc.