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Private Coaching for Accents, Voice and Confidence in Presentation

Ready to Shine Brighter?

Do you ever feel like your voice isn't heard?
Or maybe your presentations aren't quite hitting the mark?
Or there are times when people say you are doing well but inside you are a bag of nerves and you long to feel good in the moment?
Or are you a performer that needs to nail that script for the role?
I can help.

I work with accents and dialects as well as performance from the board-room to treading the boards, from classroom to casting.

As a seasoned coach with 8 years of experience working with tech, theatre and business leaders at companies like GoCardless, Italia Conti, and Ocado, I know firsthand the challenges you face.

What makes me different?

Focussed on you: I understand the importance of expressing your unique voice no matter your industry.

Proven Results: My clients have seen significant improvements in everything from conference calls to high-stakes presentations.

A Holistic Approach: I combine acting techniques with communication psychology to give you a powerful edge.

Flexible & Engaging: Whether it's in-person or virtual, I tailor my coaching to your specific needs.

Let's elevate your communication together

I offer personalised coaching packages to help you:

Command the Room: Project confidence and authority.
Captivate Your Audience: Master the art of storytelling and vocal power.
Connect Deeply: Develop active listening and compelling communication skills.

Location

Online via webcam
At student's location: Around Guildford, United Kingdom
At student's location: Around London, United Kingdom

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General info

Age:
Children (7-12 years old)
Teenagers (13-17 years old)
Adults (18-64 years old)
Seniors (65+ years old)
Student level:
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Duration:
45 minutes
60 minutes
90 minutes
120 minutes
The class is taught in:English

About Me

Irene has worked independently in Voice, Dialect and Confidence coaching for over 8 years. For her undergrad, she attended Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama where she specialised in Acting Studies BA Hons and where she was invited back for an in-person work placement in 2021.
She has completed Masters in Voice Studies with Teaching and Coaching at the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama which she is converting to an MFA at Italia Conti. This included further placements coaching General American Accent for World Theatre Students at East 15 Southend; and Vocal Consultant with RCSSD on the Applied Theatre course storytelling project. Areas of research interest are physical styles, accent/dialect work, and vocal nutrition. She has an inter-disciplinary and evidence-based approach to the art of communication in performance industries.
The youngest daughter of two lawyers with three older sisters, Irene spent her young life learning not just how to communicate; also, how to listen. For this she won National Competitions in Debate, Public Speaking and Presentation, earning herself places in special performance at The National Theatre and Manchester’s Royal Exchange and Palace Theatres. She has acted in television, voice over, immersive theatre, bouffant and commedia del arte styles. She grew up observing and imitating those around her...honing her main tenets of communication, emotional intelligence, and collaboration.
Training and Coaching in Voice, Confidence and Communication since 2015. Using theatrical skills, industry knowledge & efficacious technique to develop stronger vocal use for performance.
UK & Worldwide.

Education

MA Voice with Teaching and Coaching, Royal Central School of Speech and Drama (2021)
MFA The Spoken Voice (2025)
BA Acting Studies, Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama (2008)

Experience / Qualifications

KTS Experiencing Speech trained 2024
Lecturer in Voice at Italia Conti
Lecturer in Voice Laine Theatre Arts 2021-2023
Lecturer in Voice PPA 2020-2021
Professional Placement East15 School
General American Accent​
World Theatre Course
Tara McAllister-Viel
Professional Placement Royal Central School of Speech and Drama
Drama and Applied Theatre Course​
Directed by Cariad Astles
Puppetry
Professional placement at Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama
Course Leader Simon Reeves
Teaching and Training First Year Actors
Observation and Coaching MA Actors Shakespeare Unit
The Actors Lab North West UK
Degree and Foundation level Voice and Acting Teaching
Emil Dale Academy for Performing Arts
Degree and Foundation level Voice and Acting Training
Script Supervisor Shadow with Caroline Holder on Flack 2018

As well as
Various Stage Combat courses with the AAC UK 2005-2014
Performing history in Screen, Immersive Theatre, Radio, Bouffon, Mask, Puppetry, Shakespeare, Commercials

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  • Instructor since December 2024

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from £64Online via webcam
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Good-fit Instructor Guarantee


If you are not satisfied after your first lesson, Apprentus will find you another instructor or will refund your first lesson.

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