Juliet Furness - Acting and Voice Coach

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1. Claire Turner ★★★★★

   In my two terms with Juliet I have learned so much! Despite my previous acting training, Juliet has managed to teach me new techniques that I've never tried before. Every technique is fun to play around with and works towards bringing the most human performance out of the actor. She caters to each individual actor and offers support and kindness along the way. I'm so grateful for Juliet's guidance on my acting journey!

   almost 4 months ago
2. Amy Boyd ★★★★★

   I have had the most amazing experience in Juliet’s classes. She is a force to be reckoned with. If you are serious about becoming the best version of yourself, weather that be as an actor - or just learning how to show up better, stronger and more assertive… these classes are the place to come. She will not pander to your insecurities, she will push you to be your best! I am so grateful for her generosity and exceptional experience that she has gathered over many many years of mastering her craft.

   almost 5 months ago
3. Steve Hutton ★★★★★

   Attended Juliet’s Acting classes and was blown away by the experience! From day one the atmosphere was welcoming, supportive and full of energy. Juliet brings world class-level expertise (she spent 17 years training and working in New York and internationally) into a class that feels fun and transformative. What I loved: • Juliet’s unique approach helped me discover my authentic voice and deepen my presence on-camera and on stage. • The class structure is both playful and rigorous. We moved from improvisation games to scenes and monologues, always encouraged to explore adjustments and take risks. • The environment is safe, warm and genuinely dedicated to your growth, not just as an actor, but as a person. • The value is exceptional: great learning, huge confidence boost, and a community of peers who uplift each other. If you’re serious about acting (or even just want to increase your confidence & communication skills) in Auckland, you won’t find a better class in NZ. Highly recommend Juliet’s work and can’t wait to sign up for next term!

   almost 5 months ago

1. Storytelling threads ★★★★★

   I'm Evelyn and I've had the utter delight and privilege of taking Levels One and Two with Juliet Furness this year, and I could not be more grateful. Her approach to teaching the art of acting is unique, insightful, surprising, playful and effective. The classes are more like master classes in what it means to be an authentic human being. I have felt empowered, invigorated and inspired by her classes. She makes everyone feel valued and included. She is enthusiastic, frank, generous and fully present with us. I felt quite bereft at the end of each term... missing my weekly fix of community, of risk taking, of growing as a human being and of feeling safe as well as challenged. I have signed up for Level Three now and I may well go back and do all three levels again next year. They each offer different gifts that complement each other, and some refreshingly different adjustments. Juliet's classes sneak up on you in the way they enhance your acting skills..... i am reminded of working with an Alexander technique body worker, who suggested that in my goal to achieve a straighter back and a more open ribcage I should forget about pulling my shoulders back and forcing myself into a more upright and military type posture because all this would achieve would be more muscular tension elsewhere. Instead she suggested i imagine a 'clavicle smile'.....simply imagining a friendly smile across my collar bone and this transformed my walk and my posture and Juliet achieves similar transformations that happen simply because one learns to get out of one's own way, allowing change to blossom naturally from within! So i think that summarises what Juliet's classes teach..... to trust one's own humanity. Rather than trying to impose some technique onto oneself.

   almost 5 months ago
2. Shannon Tilston ★★★★★

   I joined Juliet's acting class with the hope of tapping into play and creativity. Juliet has been an excellent resource for this, bringing a lot of passion and energy to each class. She knows how to challenge her actors to step out of their comfort zone and is forever creating new opportunities to support actors with building their skill-set. Now that I'm in, I'm totally hooked! Tons of fun and a great way to be a part of the acting community

   almost 5 months ago
3. clarice de toledo ★★★★★

   Juliet has been the absolute best. Her way of working is truly liberating and will give you completely different perspective on acting. I've had the most fun of my life in Juliet's classes! Highly recommend

   almost 2 years ago

1. Alastair Bell ★★★★★

   I've been attending Juliet's classes for just over a year and have learned a lot through all the different classes. It has greatly improved my acting skills and confidence in myself by taking me out of my comfort zone while still being a welcoming, supportive and fun environment. Would highly recommend.

   almost 2 years ago
2. Olga Sorokina ★★★★★

   Juliet is a great coach, she helps you to come out of your comfort zone in a safe way which motivates you to grow and develop both as a person and as an actor. Highly recommend her classes. I decided to take her Intro class twice in a row as it was so good:-) Above all, its just so much fun and laughter happening during her classes!

   almost 2 years ago
3. Angadbir Ahluwalia ★★★★★

   Juliet Furness is an excellent teacher. When I attended the first class I had a big scary perception of acting but Juliet has made it such a comfortable experience that I’ve been able to relax and be myself. She is an extremely skilled coach with every class being a great learning experience. And honestly it’s a lot of fun, I can’t wait to go back.

   almost 3 years ago

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