testimonials
“Working with Julia reactivated my connection to instinct, reengaged my desire to find danger and play in my choices and gave me back a sense of fun for the audition process.”
— Morgana O’Reilly, White Lotus Season 3/Wentworth/Neighbours/Housebound
“As an instructor, Julia is accessible, willing, generous and compassionate. I can honestly say that Julia is one of the most articulate, courageous and knowledgeable artists I’ve ever worked with.”
— Audrey Francis, Co-Artistic Director of Steppenwolf Theatre Company Chicago
“Julia is an exceptional acting coach. I have witnessed her inspire and advance students within a remarkably short period of time. She is intuitive to each individual’s strengths and weaknesses and is able to tailor her teaching techniques accordingly. She finds dynamic, energised and often humorous ways to unlock an actor’s innate abilities. She is an inspiration to all who work with her.”
— Jane Champion, Director.
“Coaching with Julia has been extremely freeing for me as an actor. She helps you let go of preconceived ideas of a scene and helps you work moment to moment. She helped me grasp the idea of how to truly listen. I use her tips in every audition I walk into now.”
— Max McKenna, Muriel’s Wedding/When The Men Are Away/Jagged Little Pill
“I was working with Julia on a couple of tapes and what she unlocked in the scenes in a short amount of time was incredible. She gave me permission to be brave, joyful, irreverent and fierce. She drew me out of habits and into a space that is honest and playful. If you want your work to get to that next level - she'll take you there.”
— Johnny Carr, Five Bedrooms/Wellmania
“I walk out of a session with Julia feeling available, empowered and excited; acting feels less like a towering mountain and more like a good time. Julia is practical, respectful and will constantly remind you that if you aren't having fun, what's the point? I couldn't recommend her more highly.”
— Wil King, Why Are You Like This?/Golddiggers/In Our Blood
“Julia is a deeply serious and infectiously playful teacher. My students learnt gallons, as did I. She weaves an understanding of both performance and direction together with strong practical and theoretical ideas and examples.”
— Siobhán Jackson, Associate Director, Film & Television School, VCA