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Age: 14+

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Teaching since 2012

Master of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre

About Kimberly Doreen B.

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Please visit kimberlydoreenburns.com for more info! I am a professional actor in New York City, specializing in musical theatre, singing, and acting with over 20 years of professional experience. I have an MFA in Musical Theatre from San Diego State University, and a BFA in Musical Theatre from Ithaca College. Additionally, I play piano very well and I'm trained in music theory. I have played many of the American Musical Theatre's most celebrated leading roles, and I'm continuing to do so. Eliza Doolittle in MY FAIR LADY, Sandy in GREASE, Guenevere in CAMELOT, Millie in THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE, Mother in RAGTIME, Dot in SUNDAY...GEORGE just to name a few. I'm also a concert performer who's been a soloist for DISNEY, and I've sung and performed in every style under the sun. I have lived the life of a true performer and I know first hand what it's like to maintain 8 performances a week and stay in perfect mental and vocal health. We can tackle it all. Our job is to work on vocal technique, healthy singing, song preparation, acting, and book your audition or perfect your performance. Or if you are a hobbyist, we can simply have fun! I teach ALL styles, and I can DO what I teach. Musical Theatre, Classical, Golden Age, Jazz, Rock, Pop, Soul, you name it. I create a positive and relaxed environment, where I build confidence and self-esteem. My clients have worked on Broadway, National Tours, leading Regional Theatres, concerts nationally in Japan and Taiwan, Disney, Cruise Ships, rock bands, Church singers, and even community theatre. Beginners to Masters are all welcome.

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Teaching Hours

Monday

9 AM-12 PM

Tuesday

9 AM-3 PM

Wednesday

9 AM-12 PM

Thursday

9 AM-12 PM

Friday

10 AM-3 PM

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Pricing

30 minutes

$50

45 minutes

$75

55 minutes

$100

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5 Reviews

Kelly

Teacher's studio

I highly recommend Kim for all of your coaching and lesson needs! She is a gifted teacher and she has been an incredible mentor to me as I made the transition from studying musical theatre in college to the professional world. She is filled with wisdom from her time performing that she is eager to share with her students. Kim coached me through many rounds of auditions my first audition season in NYC and I was so lucky to have her knowledge and support. My audition prep work with Kim helped me book a role on a First National Tour! You are sure to leave any lesson with Kim feeling energized and with a plan of action. Her knowledge of music and her professional expertise creates a unique learning environment where she lovingly pushes her students to reach their potential and beyond!

Posted Oct 17, 2020

Allie

Online

Kim has been my vocal coach for almost two years now and I can't begin to express the growth I've had as both a singer and an actress in my time with her. She not only articulates the language behind vocal technique in a concise, comprehensive way but she also is excellent with providing visuals in order to help you become more in tune with connecting your mind to your body. I strongly feel that I began receiving more callbacks once I started working with Kim. She's a gifted vocal instructor and COACH. She has worked with me on my cuts and monologues enabling me to construct the perfect audition package for whatever show or company I am auditioning for. Kim has also provided me with technique to tackle being able to go back and forth comfortably between my contemporary and classical styles,which has been a goal of mine for quite some time. Overall I am beyond thankful to be able to work with Kim. She has helped to mold me into the performer I am today and continues to be a mentor that I can confide in for professional advice. -Allie Boettcher

Posted Jun 11, 2020

Jake

Online

I've sang with at least half a dozen private voice coaches. Between all of the private teachers and the amazing staff at SDSU, Kim has been my all time favorite coach to work with. As a gigging singer and contemporary songwriter now making my break into Musical Theatre, Kim has been incredibly helpful for me in all aspects of my performance and composition. While working with Kim in a training session, without fail, she warms my voice up to a point of feeling I am using my breathe at optimal efficiency and my voice feels free and clear; the way I want it to hear. From that point we are able to work on anything I'm preparing for a gig from Rock, Soul & Pop to fine tuning a song I'll be performing in a Musical or for an Audition. Beyond an outstanding knowledge of the voice and the ability to help me further understand my own, Kim has offered an additional aspect of her teaching that I value immensely. Kim has been the most creative teacher I have had the pleasure of working with. Often during a lesson, I will ask for help with an original song I am writing. Never before have I come into contact with a teacher who offers such creative new insight into my own work! All of her suggestions have brought new color and depth to my compositions. Kim has such a vibrant and positive energy that it is contagious. She shows genuine excitement in working with her students and will be greatly missed here on the West Coast. On the other hand, I know exactly who to look to if I need a tune up or some creative input anytime I am in the New York area!-Brent Hollingworth --

Posted Jun 11, 2020

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Experience

Guenevere

Jan, 2011 - Mar, 2011

CAMELOT

Just a small sample of roles I've played....

Eliza Doolittle

Jan, 2012 - May, 2017

MY FAIR LADY

3 separate productions

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre

Aug, 1999 - May, 2003

Ithaca College

Master of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre

Aug, 2012 - May, 2014

San Diego State University

Awards

Young Artists Award

May, 2014

San Diego State University Graduate Program

Best Actress

Sep, 2014

Broadway World

Affiliations

Actors' Equity Association

Jan, 2006

Actors' Equity Association, founded in 1913, is the labor union that represents more than 49,000 Actors and Stage Managers in the United States. Equity seeks to advance, promote and foster the art of live theatre as an essential component of our society.