Personal Studio/HomeActing Venue in Santa Monica, CA

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

Tony Award-nominated actress, Obie Award winner, and educator with more than 30 years of experience in theatre, television, and film. I specialize in on-camera audition technique and audition coaching for emerging and working professionals. My approach is practical, supportive, and individualized, helping actors build confidence, strengthen their craft, and deliver authentic performances that stand out in today's competitive industry.

" When Nikki came to my classroom to lead a master class for my advanced high school theatre students, they were thrilled to meet her after seeing her remarkable performance in Fat Ham at the Geffen Playhouse. Although many were initially hesitant to share their work, Nikki quickly put them at ease and created a space where they felt safe taking creative risks. As students grew more confident, she provided thoughtful, specific feedback they could apply immediately. Nikki’s training, experience, and natural gift for teaching make her an exceptional coach and mentor. David Metz, Ed.D., NBCT Theatre Teacher, Santee High School, LAUSD

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 Company’s 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.