The Theatre Coach

The Theatre Coach – Manchester & Online

With over twenty-three years of experience working with young performers at schools such as the Sylvia Young Theatre School and ArtsEd and on productions such as Billy Elliot and School of Rock (both in the West End), Alan, known as ‘the theatre coach’, has coached hundreds of young performers for stage, screen and college auditions, and mentored them and their parents/carers through all aspects of their careers.

In the West End, clients have played roles such as Matilda (Matilda), Young Elsa (Frozen), Gavroche (Les Mis), Les (Newsies) and Summer Hathaway (School of Rock) as well as appearing in other London productions and tours such as The Book Thief, Joseph, The Sound of Music, Elf, Annie, Identical, Little Miss Sunshine and Bonnie & Clyde.

Online

Alan works online with clients from around the world through 1:1 lessons and three online memberships:

MONTHLY MENTORSHIP: Meets on the first Monday of each month 5:45pm-6:50pm.

·       Keep your progress on track,

·       Develop a healthy performance mindset,

·       Keep aligned with your career goals,

·       Build confidence, resilience and consistency.

TAPE CLUB: Meets on the first Tuesday of every month 5:45pm-6:45pm.

·       Develop your process,

·       Hone your instincts,

·       Improve your camera and taping technique,

·       Gain more confidence with self-tapes.

YOUNG PERFORMER PRO: Meets on the first Monday of each month 7pm-8pm and/or the first Tuesday of each month 6:50pm-7:50pm.

·       Downloadable advice and technique videos,

·       Ask unlimited industry-related questions via Voxer (all questions answered within 48 hours),

·       Improve performance,

·       Widen your support network.

ttc:MANCHESTER – at Studio 25

Under the direction of Alan, at ttc:MANCHESTER, individuals have an opportunity to train monthly in Musical Theatre with a unique, holistic approach to instil confidence, solid technique, a healthy performance mindset and recognise individual skills.

This training is for young people aged 9-18 who are serious about a career on stage and is held at Studio 25 in the heart of Manchester on the third Saturday of each month, 10am-3pm.

The programme is designed to enrich and build on any current, weekly classes.

Entry to ttc:MANCHESTER is by audition only. Please visit the theatre coach website for the next audition date. Online applications are also accepted.

Testimonials

“Alan is a brilliant teacher and mentor and encourages his students to be themselves and feel confident and happy in their individuality.”

- Abby Galvin – associate casting director, Jessica Ronane Casting

“I’ve learnt a lot from working with you. I’ve learnt to trust my instincts and make bold choices. You have taught me to be more confident, you have taught me lifelong skills and that it’s ok to make mistakes.”

- Gregor Scott – Tape Club 

“I really enjoy doing online, group and in-person sessions with you as you always make me comfortable in front of people and make sure I am being the best actor I can be.”

- Esme Gupta-Wright – Young Performer Pro

What Alan offers is unique. The time and care he commits to his students is reflected in their talent, performance, skill and also in the way they present themselves.”

- Nadine Cox – singing tutor

“Your passion and focus and performer-centred approach is what every child deserves.”
- Romila Bahl – parent

“I’m quite struck by your passion and authenticity in what you do. My daughter has been pushed and inspired in such a supportive environment. The light you shine for kids’ access to performing arts is inspirational.”

- Christine Aston - parent