


Acting coach, teacher and screenwriter with decades of professional experience in film, television and theater. Former head of Talent at Paramount and 20th Century Fox. Have coached Christopher Walken, Tom Selleck, Sam Elliot, John Stamos and many others. Founder of the Bob McAndrew Acting Studio in New York. Specializing in audition technique, scene study, emotional authenticity, and career development for actors .

Hello! My name is Katelyn Tormena. I have my Masters of Art in Theatre and am fortunate to direct around the Kansas City area with multiple theatre companies. My goal is to help you reach the fullest potential and to feel more confident on stage! Let's do this!



I am a performer with 20 years of experience in the industry. I have roots in improv, clown, theatre, film, and stand up comedy. I teach and perform improv at Stomping Ground Comedy and bring a background in curriculum development and social-emotional learning to my coaching work. This means sessions aren't just about technique, they're about helping you understand why the work lands. Whether you're brand new to acting or looking to sharpen specific skills, I meet you where you are.



I am a 22-year old acting coach, theater artist, and a recent graduate of NYU Tisch School of the Arts with a BFA in Drama and a minor in Educational Theatre. Specializing in theater, I work with actors, ages 16-27, with a focus on audition prep, monologue coaching, college audition materials, and scene study. My coaching style emphasizes truthful storytelling, strong text analysis, and confidence-building to help emerging performers grow as artists and storytellers.
"Amazing personality and role model



Donald Rizzo is a Los Angeles-based actor & theatre educator, from New York. Film credits include Let Go opposite Kevin Hart & Choke opposite Sam Rockwell. Stage credits include Tape & The Love of Make Believe (La Jolla Playhouse & R.E.D.C.A.T.). Donald is graduate of UCLA; Atlantic Theater Companyβs 2 year acting conservatory; studied improv at the Groundlings; is currently a Candidate for the MFA in Television,Film,&Theatre: Acting, at CSULA, where he teaches Acting to undergraduate students.


Kimberly Elise is an award-winning actress with more than 30 years of film and television experience including films such as John Q and Beloved Her coaching focuses on helping actors develop emotional authenticity, stronger character work, on-camera confidence, and audition skills. Through practical guidance, personalized feedback, and real-world industry insight, Kimberly helps students strengthen their craft, find their unique voice, and deliver more truthful, compelling performances



Mark Famiglietti is an actor, writer, producer, and director with over 25 years of experience in the industry. Appearing in over 100+ episodes of TV and film, Mark has appeared in everything from Terminator 3, Mad Men, FBI Most Wanted, and many Lifetime movies. As a writer, Mark has written indy films, for Lifetime, and co-crafted "A Royal Montana Christmas" which kicked off the networks 2025 "Countdown to Christmas." Mark has a collaborative style that instills confidence and boosts skills.



Betty Jewell Slater is an award-winning producer, director, actor, speaker, and coach with 15+ years of experience. She has produced and directed stage productions across the United States and at the legendary Apollo Theater in Harlem, NY. Betty works with youth (11β18) and adults, specializing in character development, stage presence, storytelling, audition preparation, and confidence-building techniques.
"Betty is a terrific coach and mentor. I took her drama workshop and wrote my first play and then a book