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Teaches online
Teaches all skill levels
Age: 12+
Speaks English
Teaching since 2001
BFA - Acting
Master the craft, Dominate the business: train with a working Actor
Learn from a working Actor! Unlock your potential with lessons tailored to your needs. In every session, we will work on a scene, monologue, or upcoming audition with a focus on camera technique. Learning script analysis, character development, imagination strengthening, audition technique, self-taping skills, acting techniques, expressivity, mastery over the body & voice, and confidence like you've never known!
Instructor details
Location:
Teaches Online
Teaching Hours
Tuesday
8 AM-10 AM
12 PM-5 PM
6:15 PM-8 PM
Wednesday
8 AM-10 AM
12 PM-8 PM
Thursday
8 AM-10 AM
12 PM-8 PM
Friday
8 AM-10 AM
12 PM-6:15 PM
7:30 PM-8 PM
Saturday
8 AM-10 AM
12 PM-8 PM
Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
Pricing
30 minutes
$35
60 minutes
$50
90 minutes
$70
120 minutes
$90
About Darius J.
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Originally from Detroit but currently based in Chicago, I have been dedicated to the art, craft, and business of Acting for over two decades! After studying acting at California Institute of the Arts, then Marymount Manhattan College and The American Academy of Dramatic Arts in New York City, I went on to train with some of the best acting and speech coaches.
I am a well-trained actor and coach who has had the privilege of performing in various regions across the U.S. and even in Athens, Greece! Throughout my career, I've worked on films, plays, commercials, audio series, and music videos. One of my most significant accomplishments was working with Tony Award-winning Broadway Director Kenny Leon at The Public Theater's Joe's Pub on HOW BLACK MOTHERS SAY I LOVE YOU. In 2022, I directed a virtual acting showcase featuring some of my Acting students and in February 2023, I performed the lead role in a play called "The Realness" in honor of Black History Month. Most recently, I appeared as a supporting role in the feature film "McKenzie McCoy," now available on Amazon Prime. February to May 2024 I'll be on tour with Shakespeare & Co playing Lysander in "Midsummer Nights' Dream". I am not just a well-trained actor and coach; I am a working actor who is passionate about sharing my knowledge and experience with others.
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27 Reviews
Kimberly
Online
My teenager has been taking lessons with Darius since last year and is really enjoying the process. We weren't sure how well online lessons would work, but my child has learned a lot. We also have found Darius to be very willing to work with us when we need some flexibility, which is another plus. All in all, loving the experience!
Posted Jul 24, 2024
Alicia
Online
Darius is an excellent teacher. I was lucky enough to have some of the first classes as the only student so I actually had an acting coach for a few sessions and he taught me so much more than I had even hoped for. Later, when other students joined the class, Darius was equally engaging. He gave such good information that I took copious notes and often refer to them when I am stumped on how to proceed with a part. My father was an acting teacher so I came in knowing a bit about acting and was extremely satisfied with his coaching/teaching. You will not find a better teacher out there. Highly recommend.
Posted Jul 22, 2024
Carisa
Teacher's studio
Coach Darius provides coaching and training that is really beneficial for working actors. His feedback is tangible and helpful to enhance your craft.
Posted Aug 7, 2023
Experience
CEO / Acting Coach
Feb, 2018 - PresentPrivate Studio
Resident Actor/ Director/ Instructor
Jul, 2016 - PresentThe Family Repertory Company - NYC
Education
Associates in Occupational Studies - Acting
Sep, 2015 - May, 2017American Academy of Dramatic Arts
BFA - Acting
Sep, 2017 - May, 2019CalArts
Certifications
California Arts Scholar
Aug, 2007California Institute of the Arts
Best of Lessons.com 2020
Dec, 2020Lessons.com
Awards
Acting Coach of the Year
Jul, 2022Prestige Awards
Affiliations
The Actors Society
May, 2016Together we share a common story in our individual pursuit for truth and deeper knowledge of self and the craft. This narrative continues to unfold each year from our past alumni and with each new graduating class, adding to the richness of our connections and impacting our world for the better.
Languages
English
Native Proficiency
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Instructor details
Location:
Teaches Online
Teaching Hours
Tuesday
8 AM-10 AM
12 PM-5 PM
6:15 PM-8 PM
Wednesday
8 AM-10 AM
12 PM-8 PM
Thursday
8 AM-10 AM
12 PM-8 PM
Friday
8 AM-10 AM
12 PM-6:15 PM
7:30 PM-8 PM
Saturday
8 AM-10 AM
12 PM-8 PM
Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
Pricing
30 minutes
$35
60 minutes
$50
90 minutes
$70
120 minutes
$90
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