SCREEN ACTING COACHING
one-to-one coaching for actors
Will Thorp
Over 25 years as a professional screen actor, continuing to work across British and American film and television.
My screen credits include Doctor Who, All Creatures Great & Small and Casualty. My career has included leading roles and series-regular work in productions made by broadcasters and studios including the BBC, ITV, Channel 4, Channel 5, NBC, FOX and Lionsgate.
I bring that first-hand experience to my coaching, helping actors develop their craft and understand what makes a performance work on camera.
My coaching prepares actors for the realities of working on a professional production, where they need to put that craft into practice.
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Companies I've Worked For as an Actor
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Since working with Will I have booked several screen jobs and have felt far more comfortable and confident in front of camera as a result. Highly recommend!
- Adam Lloyd-James
I’ve learned more with you in six months than I did in three years at drama school.
— Ellie Wilson
One-to-one coaching
Whether you're starting out in screen acting or looking to develop your existing skills, coaching is shaped around your experience and individual needs.
The process begins with understanding where you are as an actor and identifying what will have the greatest impact on your development.
Sessions take place on camera, with your performances reviewed together on a director's monitor. You'll see how your acting translates to screen and develop a clearer understanding of how to make your performances work on camera.
The focus is on developing your craft so you can apply it confidently, whether you're preparing for an audition or working towards a professional career on screen.
Begin with an Initial Screen Acting Consultation
Before beginning coaching, I offer an initial consultation so we can discuss your experience, your goals and what you would like to develop.
It is an opportunity for me to understand where you currently are as an actor, explain how I work, answer any questions you have, and decide whether my approach is the right fit for you.
The consultation takes place via Zoom, lasts approximately 15–30 minutes, and is completely free with no obligation to continue.
Coaching Services
If you already know which session you'd like to book, you're welcome to do so below.
Daytime and evening appointments available.
Most actors start with a single session and continue if it feels useful. Sessions can be booked flexibly with no ongoing commitment.
If you'd prefer to discuss your goals first or have any questions, I recommend arranging an Initial Screen Acting Consultation before booking.
How Coaching Works
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Studio and Access
Coaching takes place in central Bath, a 15-minute walk from Bath Spa station.
On-street parking is available — we’ll arrange a permit before you arrive.
From the coaching room
Below are some short articles about questions and problems that regularly come up when I work with actors. They are based on my own experience as an actor and coach, and are intended to offer some practical thoughts that you can take into your own work.
Why Do I Get Nervous on Camera?
Feeling nervous before a take is completely normal. But not all nerves are the same — and sometimes feeling nervous can actually be a sign that you're in the right place. Some thoughts on why this happens and how to work with it.