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James Murray - 'The Crown', 'Masters of the Air', 'McDonald & Dodds'
"Lewis has a razor sharp eye for detail in both the text and its performance which really helps you as 'student' to dig out character & nuance. His direction takes you away from the obvious and keeps things surprising which is a rare quality in an acting coach, and he’s also very open to any specifics you may want to work on. I have been working with Lewis for a year now, on roles I’m currently filming and also pieces he picks, and I can’t praise him and his work ethic enough." Daniel Francis - Guildhall, BA Acting, 2023-2026 Working with Lewis, I’ve been able to gain a place at drama school. His insight into the drama school audition process is second to none. I went from not receiving recalls to getting multiple offers. I truly believe this is down to working with Lewis. His knowledge is incredible. From the array of plays and speeches he has at his fingertips to all the various ways he helps you in accessing the truth and your potential. You’re in the best hands. Even via online sessions he creates a safe and creative environment. He’s there for you the entire process, from applying to schools, recording & sending off your self tapes and throughout your recalls. As thrilled as I am to be going to drama school, I’ll miss working with Lewis and exploring texts. Really was one of the most rewarding experiences. I’ll be forever thankful for the lessons I learnt. Jonathan Rhodes - 'Ted Lasso', 'Stonehouse', 'Trying' I am a working professional actor and I have found an enormous benefit to working with Lewis Hart and ACL. Having been in the industry for over twenty years it is important to not become complacent. Lewis has helped me stay sharp when times were quiet; and he has read opposite and directed me in self tapes which I have gone on to win. His manner is effortless, compassionate, professional; his intuition remarkable. When working on scenes Lewis totally commits to the process and knows just which buttons to press to tease out the finer nuances of your own performance. He is my first port of call when I need to sharpen up and I would recommend him as an acting coach to any performer at any stage of their journey. Ellie Cole - LAMDA, MFA Acting, 2023-2025 Lewis was invaluable in helping me find pieces that really suited me and set me on the right foot for successfully applying to Drama school. He’s incredibly encouraging but still provides clear and concise constructive feedback. Thank you Lewis! Raphael Sbarge - 'Better Call Saul', 'Once Upon a Time', '1883' I have had the great pleasure of working with Lewis for many months now. Lewis is truly gifted at the very delicate job of working as both a reader and a coach, providing endless patience, wonderful perspective, and a very steady presence. Self taping, which is here to stay, requires a partner. As much as we have figured out how to technically replace so many interactive aspects of the audition process, someone whom you can trust to see it through, is not just important-- it is essential. Lewis is that in spades. With all the elements we have to juggle as actors to get a self tape done-- I can say with enthusiasm: You are in wonderful hands working with Lewis. I am grateful every time I have the pleasure of working with him. Emma Suttie - Royal Welsh College, BA Acting, 2022-2025 I am so grateful to have worked with Lewis during my drama school auditions. He helped me significantly in every step of the process from finding audition material that I was passionate about all the way to coachings for auditions and recalls. He creates such a positive and calm working environment and I learned so much from his collaborative teaching style. The work I did with Lewis allowed me to go into my auditions confidently. He is also extremely supportive. He would consistently check in with me about how my auditions were going and it truly felt like he was my biggest supporter during this difficult process. I'm so excited to have the opportunity to attend my dream drama school, and I believe that Lewis is the main reason that my dream school became a reality. Bentley Kalu - 'Halo', 'Judy', 'Chimerica' "I've had the absolute pleasure of working with Audition Coach London to get a number of self tapes done. I must say that this has definitely changed my experience with self tapes. Firstly they are so accommodating and friendly, operate in a totally relaxed environment and the end result was GOLDDUST. I have copied the first line of my agents response to me self taping for a role with Lewis who I truly believe is a HIDDEN GEM.....it reads as follows: "Received! Very well done (I'd say my favourite tape of yours thus far!)." The proof is right there folks. Lewis is the guy I will self tape with as long as I am acting and resident in London. Enough said guys. There's no better place in my humble opinion than with these professionals!" Alan Philip - Oxford School of Drama, MA Acting, 2022 Can't recommend Lewis enough! I reached out to him for help with my first year of drama school applications, and he took me through the whole process from finding and selecting monologues that suited to me, to analysing and breaking down the text, to redirecting and refining the way I performed them. His feedback is the perfect blend of consistently finding ways to improve while still being positive and giving you confidence in your ability. I came into the process unsure about if I'd get anywhere with it all, and I ended up with offers from multiple drama schools, including my dream school! Molly Owen - Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, BA Acting 2019-2022 "I had only a few lessons with Lewis but the amount that he taught me in that short space of time was incredible. I’ve never met anyone who has such a great understanding for Shakespeare. I don’t think I would have gotten into Central without his help!" Michelle Arthur - 'Lost', 'The Big Bang Theory', 'Dirty John' I had a self tape to complete for a film audition with only a couple of days’ notice, and checked out ACL’s website which was really informative and had some testimonials that looked very positive. Lewis responded quickly and was, luckily for me, available in time for my deadline. His studio setup was absolutely lovely, with excellent lighting and peaceful surroundings and he couldn’t have been more welcoming. Lewis is not only a great reader, but also gently asked if I’d be open to any notes (which I certainly was). He gave me ideas that hadn’t occurred to me, having studied the pages, and the takes that we ended up with were all the better for his suggestions. I would recommend Lewis wholeheartedly to anyone looking to completely remove the stress of self tapes and be able to focus on performance, instead of technical distractions. And have let friends and professional contacts know about him! |
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Allen Qui - Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, BA Acting 2022-2025
Lewis is a thoughtful and generous coach. The offers he made would often open ‘doors’ for me. It is essentially empathy and compassion that he’s bring to the table. His on-screen technical skills will also benefit you a great deal. Learn from him! He has a well of knowledge to offer. Sartaj Garewal -'Men in Black:International', 'This Country', 'Eastenders' "Audition Coach London provided a high quality service at very short notice for a major US TV self tape. Lewis was flexible, relaxed and professional throughout, offering specific suggestions in a very appropriate way. I will certainly use them again for self tapes that need to look polished and stand out." Alex Voronov - GSA, BA Acting 2021-2024 I was incredibly lucky to come across a standout acting coach like Lewis. I had the pleasure of working with him on preparation for my drama school auditions and I was particularly impressed by his ability to help me gain a psychological understanding of the character, while making it effortless for me to embody it in a very profound and meaningful way. I would not be training in a drama school now had I not met Lewis. The amount of confidence I got from the sessions was incredible! Any actor would be lucky to have Lewis as a coach. Brigitte Millar - 'No Time to Die', 'Spectre', 'Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix' "I've been using audition coach London for a while now and am really impressed with their tuition and self tapes. Lewis is an excellent coach, we regularly work together on scripts and scenes. Lewis always gives me really helpful tips and notes and I have had good feedback from my agent and casting directors. I would definitely recommend him to my fellow actors." Coline Atterbury - Oxford School of Drama MA Acting, 2021-2022 "I have worked on audition pieces with Lewis many times. He makes it such a fun and relaxed experience (while always offering a cup of tea) so that I can get the most out of the process. Lewis teaches with great detail when it comes to exploring the language of various texts and always challenges me to make bold choices - without being pushy. It’s a really pleasant and playful environment within which I feel safe enough to take risks. I find new things each time I work with him." Sammy Broly - 'Gangs of London', 'Hanna', 'Honour' Lewis was really committed to make it the best tape it could be. I was super happy with what we did and couldn't recommend him enough! Amy Newman - Birmingham School of Acting, BA Acting 2022-2025 "I have been having lessons with Lewis since August (2020) and I can honestly say I’ve learnt so much about audition technique and how to confidently work through monologues. He always puts in 100% effort with everything I go to him with whether it’s working on personal statements, self tapes or character research. I will continue to have lessons with Lewis as I believe I improve every week with my monologues. I would highly recommend Lewis to anyone who is thinking of applying to drama school. He is always professional, friendly and punctual and is great at making you feel comfortable when working through material." Elizabeth Boag - 'Emmerdale', 'Silent Witness, 'Casualty' "ACL’s self-taping service is incredibly helpful. They create a relaxed, professional environment which allows you to perform with an appropriate level of adrenaline. They give helpful notes and consult with you as to your best take. They read really well, giving you a performance level to respond to and they will send your chosen takes direct to your agent if required. I was thrilled with the results and I recommend their service without reservation. I’ll definitely be going back!" Nishad More - Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, MA Classical Acting 2019-2020 "I had a wonderful time working with Lew to practice for my auditions. Not only are their classes affordable, but he is a dedicated coach and provides great insights to unlock new versions of your work." Bethany Laney - East 15, BA Acting 2022-2025 Loved working with Lewis! Both online and in person he was able to help me find and discover more within my monologues and really helped me with audition pieces/ self-tapes. Munirih Grace - 'Anatomy of a Scandal', 'Le Musk', 'Pure' "ACL are one of the best in the business! They offer attentive listening, encouraging support and their notes take your acting to the next level. They are incredibly kind, helpful and flexible. Absolute life savers!" Thomas Bond - Drama Studio London, MA Acting 2021-2022 I had the pleasure of having Lewis help me get into drama school. I came into the audition process a bit nervous and unsure of what to prepare, but Lewis very quickly put me at ease and with his knowledge and experience gave me great confidence as well as skills resulting in me getting into my desired school. Margherita Sini - Rose Bruford, BA Acting 2023-2026 Lewis has helped me achieve a place at my dream drama school and for that I am so grateful. His approach to text work and preparation is incredible. Not only is he a highly skilled professional actor, but he finds a great way of working with you. I feel so comfortable and at ease when each time I work with him. I felt so supported through the whole process of those nerve racking drama school auditions. Lewis gave me the confidence to step out of my comfort zone and grow immensely throughout a short period of time. I have never felt so prepared. Over the past year Lewis has really encouraged me to stay true to myself no matter what, and this really shows what a great person he is. I would highly recommend working with him. The best! Mavin Rasheed - 'The Power', 'Professor T', 'Jesus: His Life' I first came across them in 2018 when I was in desperate need for some help to get an amazing self tape done, and they did not disappoint ! I have used their service ever since and we have even become friends. Lewis has always been so helpful as a coach, giving you notes, helping with the text as well as putting the final tape together. He has gone above and beyond to help me put my best foot forward. Brilliant service would 100% recommend! |
