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- Rate S$89
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S$89/h
1st lesson free
- Acting
- Improvisational theatre
- Scenography
Learn how to act with Emmy Award winning Actor David Tom. With over 40 years of experience in film, TV and theater.
- Acting
- Improvisational theatre
- Scenography
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Davidtom is a respected tutor in our community. They are highly recommended for their commitment and the quality of their lessons. An excellent choice to progress with confidence.
About Davidtom
Hey everyone! My name is David Tom and I have over 40 years of acting experience in Film, TV and Stage. I'm best known world-wide for my role on Young and the Restless where I received 3 Emmy nominations and won my first Emmy for Outstanding Male Actor in a Drama Series for my role as Billy Abbott.
I've been teaching and coaching actors for over 17 years now and I have the experience and training to coach actors who are either beginning their journey with acting or are well experienced and are looking to bring more color and light to their work. I help students stand out in front of the casting director and make their tapes unique from the rest.
I've worked with and continue to study with the world famous acting instructor Ivanna Chubbick who has coached Oscar Award winning actors such as Hillary Swank and Halle Barry. My method and style of teaching is a hybrid of the technique that Ivanna Chubbick teaches. My students learn how to breakdown scenes and how to emotionally and truthfully become the characters they are playing.
I've helped many students enter the industry the correct way. Unfortunately there are so many scams out there that beginning actors need to be aware of. So it's very helpful to have someone like me guide them in the right direction and help them take those first steps towards entering the industry. Everything from finding the right photographer for headshots to how to look for and apply for representation at certain agencies. Acting is my passion, and I love to share that passion with others so they may reach their dreams of becoming a working actor.
Film credits include Swing Kids with Christian Bail & Robert Shawn Lenard; Pleasantville with Reese Witherspoon & Toby McGuire, Stay Tuned with John Ritter along with Plain Cloths, Stepfather III, Walking Thunder, Roomates, and The Hazing to name a few. Television series roles include “Sessions,” produced by Billy Crystal, as well as “One Life to Live” as Paul Cramer, “Roommates” as Brady, “Worlds Apart,” “Buddies,” “Salute your Shorts,” “Good Behavior” as Cozy Boy, “Brand New Life” as Bart McCray, and “The Young and The Restless” as Billy Abbott. Recent top rated TV shows include NCIS and NCIS New Orleans and CSI Los Vegas.
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- English
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English
Hey everyone! My name is David Tom and I have over 40 years of acting experience in Film, TV and Stage. I've been teaching and coaching actors for over 17 years now and I have the experience and training to coach actors who are either beginning their journey with acting or are well experienced and are looking to bring more color and light to their work.
In my classes my students learn how to breakdown scenes and how to emotionally and truthfully become the characters they are playing through a technique called "personalization". This is where we take emotions that the student has experienced in their own life and apply them to the characters they are playing so that they can better understand how they are feeling. This in turn creates much more truthful, grounded and real performances that make it much easier for their audiences to relate to.
We also work on audition techniques as well. I teach students how to stand out in front of the casting director and make their tapes unique from the rest. Especially with their taped auditions which have become so important in todays industry.
I have students of all ages and at all different levels of their career. From actors that are just starting their journey to the more seasoned actors that are looking to find more color in their work.
Recommendations
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Great lesson. Very experienced actor, explains things very concisely and clearly, and knows everything about the industry.
David has changed my life! His coaching is so clear and simple! I finally feel what it's like to really tap into a character and best of all it's so much fun! He has truly changed the way I act and it feels so good!
David is an Emmy award winning actor with sooooo much experience! No one I've taken class with was able to help me breakdown my scenes and connect to the material like David. Also, because he's been in the acting business for so long he has so much insight and advice for how I can build my confidence and further my career! I highly recommend!!!
Great teacher! Very clear with his coaching, easy and fun to work with. He has helped me out a lot.
David Tom is a wonderful and fantastic teacher, he’s very friendly. He knows how to break down any roll to make it easier to understand how to connect with the characters. He is very patient and flexible with his class hours. I highly recommend working with him if you are serious about acting.
I'm going to start off by saying if your thinking about acting then David is the coach for you. I've been taking classes with David for the 2 years, i never took classes before but David is truly amazing teacher. He can help you if your a beginner or even if you have acting experience, i learn something new almost every week taking classes with him.
I highly recommend him because he's up beat and professional. He's patient with all his students he gives constructive. Critique when needed the atmosphere is very relaxed. He makes himself available to all his students with any. Questions that they may have between classes if your serious. About becoming an actor than look no further than David Tom.
Definitely the best teacher his methods are amazing and is very patient and doesn’t move on till you understand I can’t wait to see how far I go in the industry because of him five stars
He keeps it real about my performance and helps me develop my skills. His methods helps me get better; I feel confident and comfortable when performing. He's a great teacher and I appreciate everything he's done for me.
In 18 months of working mostly on my own, I saw minimal progress in my craft. Once I moved to Los Angeles, I desperately needed an acting coach and was lucky to find David almost immediately. In less than 3 months of working with him I have seen more progress than I ever could have hoped for. David has helped me eliminate bad habits, get consistent auditions, and land an agent in this short time frame. Very much recommend!
David is Absolutely amazing. Our Daughter wants to be an actress, we started her off with online lessons with David he is passionate, he wants her to succeed, he goes beyond teaching her. If we have questions he takes the time to answer them, he also helps me with her Auditions. If you are looking for an acting teacher for your teen I highly recommend David. He goes Above and Beyond. Laney is learning so much from working with David. Can’t wait to see what the Future Holds for our daughter with David in her corner.
I’ve been taking lessons with David Tom for almost 10 years now, and I only have good things to say. He’s helped me grow so much as an actor and is both an amazing teacher and person. David provides great advice about the industry and career paths, and he’s incredibly supportive. He genuinely wants to see his students succeed and has so much knowledge and experience to share. I highly recommend him.
My daughter has been coached by David Tom since the age of 5. She is now almost 15 and has been involved in many commercial, short and feature films. Throughout the years she has taken workshops and group classes from other teachers. However, we have never found someone who is able to have the connection that David does. David grew up in the industry. He has been nominated for many and has won an emmy. He is able to tap in to what is needed with each individual student in order to truly propel their individual success. He is patient, creative, knowledgeable and most importantly, he really cares. He has spent overtime and time at the last minute on several occasions, with my daughter, to assure that she is prepared for an audition or role. In all our years in Hollywood, we have yet to find another coach /teacher at his level.
Words cannot express how wonderful David Tom is as an acting teacher! My teenage son has been working with him for over a year and I have seen an incredible transformation, not just in my son's acting abilities but also in his confidence level. David not only gives incredible acting direction, but relates his words of wisdom to everyday life as well. His knowledge and mastery of the art of acting is second to none. He is an incredibly patient and kind instructor and I recommend him wholeheartedly!
Since taking lessons with Mr. Tom, I've made leaps and bounds in my acting! My dream had always been to get into the acting industry (something that seemed impossible to me) and in just one year, I went from an unconfident actor with no technique to looking into talent agencies. I highly recommend Mr. Tom; he's super knowledgeable, funny, honest in a nice way, he has flexible times, and he truly cares about you. I felt comfortable straight from the first class. For reference, I'm an unsocial kid that takes a while to warm up to people.
The best thing is that since starting classes, my passion hasn't whittled down. When things were tough, Mr. Tom helped me through. I'm excited to see what the future holds.To whom it may concern,
My name is Dustin Blackburn Im a los based casting director of 20 years. David Tom has been doing exceptional work with actors for sometime now which makes my job much easier. No one I would recommend more than himI've been working with David for over a year now and he's helped me turn my dream of being a voice actor into a reality. He has an incredible amount of experience in acting and his passion for his craft and care for his students is unparalleled. Even outside class, he's always available to help you when you need him. He's genuinely the best teacher I've ever had.
I have been a talent manager and film/theater/tv producer for 30 years. David Tom has been my go to teacher and coach for more than 20 of those years. He is simply amazing! David always knows how to customize his approach based on the needs and skills of each actor. I HIGHLY recommend David Tom if you are looking for an acting coach for the long term or just for a tough upcoming audition.
Not only is David a truly gifted teacher, performer, and listener but he’s also an extremely empathetic, caring and giving human being! He’s coached, supported and been a great cheerleader for me for many auditions throughout the years! With over 35 years of experience behind and in front of the camera, I highly recommend this talented teacher to all young and old students who really want to reach new levels of success in their acting careers!
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