THE COURAGE TO CREATE:
WHERE EXCELLENCE MEETS OPPORTUNITY
Join A Select Group of Actors
Private Group Classes
WHAT ACTORS & DIRECTORS ARE SAYING:
“It was a pleasure to see Natalie’s students in Acting action! Natalie knows how to tap into a Student’s talents and deeply develop their acting skills. She is a Passionate, Inspiring, Sensitive and Nurturing Teacher…an Advocate for Actors. I’ve seen many audition class workshops over the years… and Her students, new and seasoned, are exceptionally impressive in their acting skills. I highly recommend her classes!” “Natalie Ford has a great eye for talent, and a sensitive hand for guilding that talent to create terrific work !” “Natalie is sensitive, thoughtful, patient, and committed to the work, thereby allowing an actor (novice or professional) to explore and grow into newfound territory. Natalie will enable you to achieve beyond where you ever truly believed you would go.” “Natalie’s insight, passion and dedication to the craft will inspire any actor lucky enough to work with her.” “Actors that work with Natalie find their performance and confidence greatly elevated… But more importantly, they are ignited by her deep passion for the craft. I’ve seen her come up with backstory to support honest choices on the spot. She’s a genius.” … After working with Natalie, the actor approaches the set with confidence, enthusiasm, and unique ideas. Her love and respect for acting is contagious.” “Natalie is responsible for taking my acting to the next level. She is motivated, passionate and continues to inspire me to perform at my best. She has helped me take my physicality and emotional access to the next level. I work with Natalie in private sessions, on set and for my auditions. I can’t express how highly I value her.” “Natalie is the actor’s coach. She believes in character, and building a soul. She gives so much texture to my work that I don’t think I would have found on my own. I go to her before every audition! She is amazing!”… “Natalie Ford came to teach a weekend workshop for my Directing Class at AFI. She taught them more about acting in one weekend than they had learned all year. She’s a genius. Thank you, Natalie!” … Natalie is not only a meticulous coach, you won’t leave her presence until she’s sure you’re going to nail the audition or the job. “With Natalie, each character you explore involves a complete journey. She takes time with you as an individual, as well as an actor, allowing you to be confident in your choices. Her knowledge of the casting world informs the creative process in an important and valuable way. Natalie’s obvious passion, intellect and insight cannot help but inspire and challenge you.” … “Natalie worked with me as a consultant on both the directing and the acting elements of my film. Her insight, suggestions, and passion were brilliant and invaluable to me.” … “So LUCKY TO HAVE THE WORLD’S MOST INCREDIBLE ACTING COACH: Natalie Ford. Thank you for all of the ways you have helped me improve.”… “For any Actor: whether they are already working, or if they are looking to get into the business, Natalie Ford’s class is a necessity.” … “I NAILED IT !!! Thank you for making my game so much stronger!” … “My Resume Grew Immediately”… “She is simply the best.” … “While shooting the other day, one of the Producers took me to the side and said, ‘whoever taught you how to act knew what they were doing.’ So . . . there you have it!”… “Natalie Ford is the best acting coach I have ever worked with. She is enthusiastic, smart, and emotionally invested. The actor will feel comfortable and safe enough to explore and take risks with their choices. She gave me support on every level to be thoroughly prepared for any challenge.” … “Natalie celebrates the process…the journey. She loves to help facilitate other people’s success… She cares.” … “Since I’ve been working with Natalie I have been called back or Booked nearly every audition I go on…” … “Natalie has the unique ability to take what you’re already bringing to the table and elevate it to a competitive level…” … “. . . Simply put. . . she knows how to make you better and she’s passionate about doing so.” … “I want my teacher to be demanding and uncompromising, but it is still very important to be encouraged and complimented when you do your work well. Natalie has the special talent of combining these two qualities. I walk out of our sessions knowing we worked hard and discovered something new, but most importantly, that I love acting!” …
Victoria Burrows,
John Patrick Shanley
Brad Furman
Philip Seymour Hoffman
David O. Russell
Jason Weinberg
Conor Husting
Jacqui Purvis
Brian Dannelly
Her resources and advice on career building are amazing. And she makes every effort to help her clients to achieve their dreams. I’m not at liberty to name the one of many A-list resources Natalie calls upon to support her client’s career, but I’m sure if you asked Natalie she might share the work we did. Don’t believe me, ask Natalie to show you!William “Billy” McNamara
Scottie Thompson
Danish Renzu
Caroline Day
Jason Priluck
Tyler Hilton
Chris Meyer
Roger Bart
Scott Wilson
Alison Lohman
Gil Bellows
Stephanie Lynn
Evan Dumouchel
Sean Lucore
Mikko Leppilampi
ABOUT THESE PRIVATE CLASSES:
ENROLLING NOW
BE A PART OF SOMETHING EXTRAORDINARY
Each month we investigate and dive deep into Craft Fundamentals: Audition Checklists, Character Development, Emotional Choices, Physicality, Emotional Range, Scene Transitions, Memorization tools, Script Specificity, Relationships, Rhythm, Acting for the Camera.
All of the above tools will give you the strength to take on your career with new confidence, love for the craft and a solid understanding of Acting Craft Fundamentals. These tools are your secret weapon to create interesting, memorable and award-winning work that takes you to the next level.
Audition “Producer” Class Prep, as well as scenes, are utilized as material. Your material is hand chosen for you.
Having incredible Industry Guests is priceless for my Clients. It offers the opportunity to prep, present, learn and showcase in a private and safe space.
“Natalie’s class is a community of actors that grow into family, and a safe haven for talent to grow and learn amongst one another. I highly recommend taking that next step to further your career. Thank you for everything Natalie, you’re the best!!” Natalie’s work is undeniably exquisite in all aspects of acting. Her passion for the craft is contagious through the everlasting love and devotion she projects onto her clients. Her ways of teaching not only inspires you, but takes your acting to the highest level of professionalism. She is truly a master in what she does. As an actor, I am forever in debt for what she has done for me. Natalie is truly the most divine acting teacher I have ever come across. She understands actors on a deep level and can immediately identify what isn’t working and brings everyone’s work to such an outstanding level. She is so incredibly giving and has created such a safe space to play. I’m eternally grateful to get to work with Natalie and cannot recommend her enough. Natalie bridges the gap between pursuing a dream to living a reality. She conducts her classes with an immense amount of mastery, insight, empathy and experience. Natalie’s knowledge bank has been a game changer, she is the perfect example of how passion can foster success. “Natalie’s class is the perfect environment to hone your craft and her knowledge of technique and the acting business altogether is second to none. It’s been a privilege working with her and I would recommend it to anyone who is serious and has a love for acting.” “Natalie’s classes have changed my life! She’s so passionate and detailed, helping you grow your craft to the absolute next level. I don’t think words could truly do this class justice but if you’re ready to grow as an actor and learn from the absolute best…Natalie is the one! “Natalie’s class is such a perfect instrument to help everyone succeed and she’s made something incredible here. Her class is very informative, creative and I am learning so much! It’s so nice to make it a fun online experience so anyone anywhere in the world can join. Feeling very grateful for her entering my life 🙏🏻 
FOR INFORMATION / INTERVIEW
TEXT THE STUDIO: 310-428-1840
FORD STUDIOS MASTER CLASS
TUESDAYS
11am - 2pm (PST), 2pm - 5 pm (EST), 7pm - 10 pm (BST)
For the Intermediate/Advanced Actor
INCLUDES SPECIAL CASTING DIRECTOR & INDUSTRY GUESTS
ZOOM: On-Going
** Industry MasterClass Guests Include: (Alphabetical Order)
2024
Brian Medavoy, Manager
Catherine Stroud, Casting Director
Erica Spector, Manager, Untitled Entertainment
Jake Warnecke, Casting Director
Jeffrey Todd, Casting Director
John Ort, Casting Director
John Patrick Shanley, Director/Playwright/Screenwriter
Kyle Dean, Manager
Mike Page, Casting Director
Shawn Snyder, Director
Paul Weber, Casting Director
2023
Byron Beane, Casting Director
Tineka Becker, Casting Director
Victoria Burrows, Casting Director
Brian Dannelly, Director/Writer/Executive Producer
Jeff Gerrard, Casting Director
John Patrick Shanley, Director/Playwright/Screenwriter
Catherine Stroud, Casting Director
2022
Victoria Burrows, Casting Director
GiGi Gaston, Filmmaker/Director/Writer
Jay T. Glazer, Manager/Producer, Neon Kite Productions
Jennifer Merlino, Manager, Untitled Entertainment
John Patrick Shanley, Director/Playwright/Screenwriter
Scott Wilson, Executive Producer, HBO
2021
Brian Dannelly, Producer/Director/Writer, the CW
Eric Kind, Manager, Brave Artists Management
Chris King, VP, Drama Development, Sony Pictures/TV
Jason Priluck, Manager, The Priluck Company
Wally Pfister, Director, Cinematographer
William Sadler, Actor/Director
COLD READING / CORE CRAFT CLASS:
THURSDAYS
4pm -6 pm (PST), 7pm - 9 pm (EST)
Cold Reading / Craft / Structure / Technique Class
For Intermediate/Advanced Actors
ZOOM: On-Going
COST FOR CLASSES:
$275/Month USD
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NEW CLASSES: CRAFT + CASTING
NATALIE FORD & PAUL WEBER, CSA
NATALIE FORD & BYRON BEANE, CSA
are joining forces for a new Craft + Casting Classes!
RETURNING JAN 2025
TEXT 310-428-1840 FOR INFO/INTERVIEW
INTERVIEW REQUIRED:
ALL LEVELS WELCOME. We accept only the most respectful, kind and dedicated Actors. The energy of this class is supportive, uplifting and filled with talented Actors that are excited to work on their Craft.
BUILD YOUR CRAFT
Build the Craft Foundation that you will use for the rest of your acting career. Each week you will participate in researching and building new essential elements of Craft Foundation. This class is essential if you do not have understanding of Acting Craft structure or have full understanding of your process.
Actors of all levels benefit tremendously from these tools, exercises, lectures and structure. Go into your auditions, set work and producers sessions with confidence and understanding of your craft.
Learn the Craft Structures you need to understand and take control of your acting craft and career. This class is perfect for ALL LEVELS-Most suitable for Beginning to Intermediate Actors. Every week you will learn a new imperative technique to understand and utilize the Craft of Acting. Learn from Natalie Ford, who has dedicated more than 30 years to the study, craft coaching, audition coaching and on- set coaching of top Actors in the industry.
MASTER CLASS (Invite Only):
By Invite Only for the Professional working Actor with Theatrical Representation.
This Private class is for Actors that are working, actively auditioning, and have studied w/Natalie.
Contact for more information.
TEXT 310-428-1840 TO REGISTER / QUESTIONS
"Wanting to be a Good Actor is not Enough. You must want to be a Great Actor"... Gary Oldman
ABOUT NATALIE:
Natalie is a worldwide well-respected and celebrated Acting Coach with clients in LA/NYC , and working actors in Australia and Europe. Natalie specializes in individual attention in Craft Development, Audition Preparation, and Final Performance Preparation. Natalie began coaching in 1997 and coaches actors of all levels, from Beginners to Celebrity Clients.
Natalie also coaches Film & Theatre Directors and teaches the AFI workshop: "Bridge the Gap: How to Talk to Your Actors", for Directors of All Levels.
Natalie is a celebrated Stage Director and Producer, has worked in Casting Offices in Hollywood since 1995 & studied with the Actor's Studio, American Conservatory Theatre, and Jean Shelton Acting School.
Natalie's clients include top Actors, Directors and Filmmakers who rely on her inspiration, expertise and advice.
These Classes Have Limited Space for Personal Attention
All Classes Currently Via Zoom
To enter class, you must first schedule an interview with the Studio.
Email: NFActingStudios@aol.com or Text: 310-428-1840
***SAG/AFTRA/CSA NOTICE***
"The following disclaimer is provided specifically at the request of and in accordance with SAG/AFTRA: Acting seminars or acting classes are for educational purposes only and will not secure or provide opportunity for employment in the field or representation by an agent or casting director. The agent or casting director will NOT be taking nor given access to headshot, resume, or any other of promotional materials. Headshot/resume and any other promotional materials will be returned to you."