Acting Coach for Movies, Television & Theatre
Why Hire an Acting Coach?
An acting coach has one job- to make you shine. With one-on-one coaching, you get undivided attention to focus on your unique strengths and challenges. Whether you’re gearing up for a big audition or want to sharpen your skills, private lessons are tailored to fit your goals. Plus, you’ll work at your own pace, in a way that feels comfortable and encouraging. It’s a personalized experience designed to help you grow, build confidence, and shine as an actor.
Film, Television & Theatre Coaching
We’ll work with you to get you up to speed in a one-on-one, multi-session workshop. This is ideal for fully developing well-rounded characters, and ensuring strong performances for film, television, or theatre.
Learn how to be confident, compelling, and genuine in front of the camera.
Emergency Audition Support
Last minute audition? We’ll help you be ready to crush it and stick out from the crowd. Auditioning with a coach is an incredible way to get a leg up on the competition. There’s nothing like having a trained set of eyes on your performance to sharpen the edges.
Self-Tape Assistance
Self-tapes can take time and are often frustrating to do on your own. It’s very hard to rehearse a scene well by yourself- not to mention filming it alone…
Together we’ll prep the scene, read with you, shoot it, edit it, and send it off to your agent.
Mastering Your Craft
Acting and auditioning are two different skillsets entirely, yet they are both essential skills for any actor to master.
Acting
- When you act, you’re working with your scene partner, the director, the world of the story, and ultimately for the audience.
- You’re given the tools you need to feel the realism of the scene, the costume, and the props, making it easy to settle into the role you’re playing.
Auditioning
- If you don’t get the job, no one sees your acting.
- So the audition is one of the major skills all professional actors must master.
- Learning to quickly grasp and apply the given circumstances of the script, and use your instincts to make bold choices that are unique to you, will set you apart and create the greatest potential for booking the role.
The Craft of Auditioning
Like any high level sport, auditioning is a competitive game.
An acting coach gives you the advantage of having a second set of eyes, a professional reader, and a story expert on your team.
The Craft of Acting
Like any craft, performing at the highest level requires consistent practice.
Advantages of Private Coaching
- We give you the tools you need to be prepared to deliver a compelling performance.
- With a deep understanding of story and scene structure, we’ll also assist you in a high level story analysis of your audition or scene.
- One of the most advantageous parts of having a private acting coach is rehearsing and performing with a professional actor. There’s nothing like doing a scene, or audition, with someone who’s not an actor, to make you appreciate how valuable this part of the service is.
Staying Fit as a Professional Actor
- If we wish to perform at the highest level, we must maintain a regular training routine. For actors, this is most simply achieved by staying in a class to keep ourselves sharp, and training with a coach when required. You never know when a life changing audition may come your way.
- We never stop improving our craft, expanding, and pushing ourselves as we grow.
Meet Our Coaches
Graham Chabot
Graham Chabot has spent over 20 years immersed in the performing arts, and now he’s brought his passion and expertise back to his hometown of Saskatoon. During his time in Vancouver, BC, Graham trained with some of the best in the business, including Colin Mochrie, Andrew McIlroy, Alan Marriott, and Peter Benson. Those years not only shaped his skills as an actor, but also gave him valuable experience in film production and the broader film industry.
Graham’s career spans multiple creative disciplines. He has performed professional improv, acted in film, television, and theatre productions, honing his craft through countless performances. In addition to his time on stage, Graham worked behind the scenes on acclaimed productions like Travelers, iZombie, and Supergirl, gaining invaluable insight into the film industry. In 2019, he released his debut album, When It Gets Quiet, a heartfelt collection of songs inspired by his artistic journey. Whether performing live, on camera, or creating in the studio, Graham’s diverse experiences highlight his dedication to storytelling, and his passion for connecting with audiences.
As a co-founder of Blackbox Academy, Graham has created a space where aspiring performers can learn, grow, and feel supported. His teaching is rooted in his own experiences—whether it’s acting, improvisation, voice work, or music, he brings a practical, encouraging approach to every lesson. He focuses on helping students build confidence, hone their technical skills, and tap into their creativity.
“We’re here to help you create the most truthful, vulnerable, and engaging performance possible. To give you the best chance to deliver an unforgettable performance, book the role, and take your career to the next level.“
Graham Chabot | Blackbox Academy Founder
Bio
Jeff Evans-Todd
Jeff Evans-Todd has been a working professional actor since 2011. He began his career in Vancouver, receiving intensive training at Vancouver Acting School, with highly reputable instructors both at VAS and around the city. Shortly after graduating, Jeff was working professionally, beginning by giving voices to characters in LEGO’s animated series, Legends of Chima. In the world of voice acting, he has done work in cartoons, video games, commercials, and narration. On-camera, Jeff has performed in some of the biggest shows on TV, like Bates Motel, Supernatural, Turner & Hooch, and Alaska Daily. He’s played leading roles in independent feature films, short films, and web series’. Jeff has no shortage of experience on set and in the recording studio!
From 2013 to late 2024, Jeff was an acting instructor at Vancouver Acting School and Vancouver Young Actors School, with a passion for seeing his students grow. During his time there, he taught voice-over, audition, scene study, and fundamentals classes to those who were taking their first steps on their acting journeys. On top of that, he also produced and directed voice-over demos for the school.
In the last handful of years, he has been writing, directing, and producing film and TV projects through his company, Phantom Fox Pictures. A highly educational experience which has only served to expand his understanding of how movies are made, and his compassion and respect for the job of the actors who bring the characters in those movies to life.
Flexible Options with our Acting Coach to Fit Your Schedule
In-Person Coaching in Saskatoon
Online Acting Lessons & Coaching
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Other Acting Coaches
Still not sure? We want to see you succeed! Here’s some other options for coaches:
Great option with lots of experience and credentials. A little more expensive, and coaching is online.
Toronto based, $142/hr. Comes with lots of experience, has been in the industry for many years, with lots of credentials.
Vancouver based, has been training top level actors for years. Well recognized as one of the top coaches in Canada. Also pricey, due to experience level.