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Coaches, movement & choreography · Working

Acting coach

ELI5

The person who helps a performer prepare or develop role-specific performance.

Used in conversation

“Can the acting coach join the next rehearsal or casting session?”

Definition

A specialist who helps a performer prepare or develop role-specific performance.

Here “Acting coach” means: A specialist who helps a performer prepare or develop role-specific performance.

Pitch context

A director may use this term to turn a broad intention into a specific performance or casting choice.

Why it matters: Translates creative intention into casting, rehearsal, performance and on-set direction.

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