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Philip
- Rate R556
- Response 13h
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Students8
Number of students Philip has accompanied since joining Superprof
Number of students Philip has accompanied since joining Superprof

R556/h
1st lesson free
- Acting
- Improvisational theatre
- Drama School Preparation
1 on 1 Online Acting Coach - Tailored to YOUR Needs! Teaching you Acting Technique for Camera, Vocal Techniques, Acting for Stage, Audition Technique, Drama School Audition Prep & more!
- Acting
- Improvisational theatre
- Drama School Preparation
Lesson location
Recommended
Philip is a respected tutor in our community. He is highly recommended for his commitment and the quality of his lessons. A trusted partner on your learning journey.
About Philip
Hello, I’m Phil Kay, a professional Actor and Private Tutor based in London. I trained in Classical Acting and spent four years teaching and tutoring acting in London. I’m currently represented by a London agency and work across feature films, television projects, and theatre productions, as well as writing my own plays and scripts.
When I’m not performing, I’m passionate about sharing my experience and training with others — from beginners discovering acting for the first time, to experienced performers refining their craft.
My students come from all backgrounds and ages, each with their own goals and reasons for taking lessons. Some are young aspiring actors preparing for drama school or auditions, while others are professionals and adults who take acting lessons to build confidence, improve public speaking, or enhance vocal technique — including delivery, articulation, and accent work.
What You Can Learn and Unlock
Acting training isn’t just about learning lines or performing scenes — it’s about unlocking your potential and discovering more about yourself. Through tailored, one-to-one coaching, I help students:
- Build confidence — learn to speak and perform with ease and authenticity.
- Develop vocal skills — improve clarity, projection, and articulation.
- Enhance stage and screen presence — connect emotionally and truthfully with an audience.
- Explore character work and storytelling — bring scripts and roles to life with imagination and truth.
- Prepare for auditions and self-tapes — learn how to stand out and deliver natural, engaging performances.
- Strengthen focus and creativity — skills that benefit all areas of life, not just acting.
Acting lessons can benefit everyone — whether you’re a child building confidence, a teenager training for drama school, or an adult looking to improve communication, creativity, or self-expression.
My goal as a tutor is to create a fun, supportive, and inspiring environment where you can explore, experiment, and grow as both a performer and a person.
About the lesson
- All levels
- English
Languages in which the lesson is available :
English
My one-to-one Acting Coaching sessions are completely tailored to you — your goals, your experience level, and the performer (or person) you want to become.
Whether you’re preparing for auditions, working on camera confidence, or simply looking to unlock your full potential, these sessions are designed to help you learn new skills you didn’t think you could and refine the ones you already have.
My aim is to help you perform with confidence, truth, and authenticity, while breaking any habits that hold you back from being fully present, connected, and creative in your work.
What We’ll Work On
Each session is shaped around your goals, but together we may explore:
Acting Technique for Camera — connect naturally and perform with confidence on screen.
Acting for Stage — learn to command a space, project your voice, and connect with an audience.
Vocal Techniques — improve clarity, articulation, breath control, and delivery.
️ Audition Technique — master every stage of the process: before, during, and after your audition.
️ Drama School Audition Preparation — classical and contemporary speeches, interview tips, and mindset.
️ Accent Reduction & Voice Work — build confidence in your voice and clarity in your speech.
And much more — every session is bespoke to you and your personal journey.
For Beginners and Professionals Alike
If you’re thinking, “I’d love to try acting but I’ve never done it before” — you’re in exactly the right place.
You don’t need experience to begin. Many of my students aren’t professional actors — they’re business owners, entrepreneurs, lawyers, educators, and social media creators who want to develop confidence, improve communication, and discover the joy of performance.
Acting training isn’t just for actors — it’s for anyone who wants to grow in self-expression, confidence, and creativity.
Whether you’re stepping into the world of acting for the first time or looking to take your craft to the next level, I’ll help you unlock your potential, discover your voice, and bring your most authentic self to every performance.
Reviews
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Perfect! Excellent teacher with great communication and skills. Adapts lessons to your individual needs. Warm and approachable. Highly recommend!
- Great person, great listener, natural ability and willing to try new things :)Philip's response :
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Recommendations
Recommendations are written by the tutor's friends, family, and acquaintances.
Philip was absolutely brilliant with me. I had 15 lessons with him and although I wasn't the most confident at the beginning and felt out of my depth, he was extremely patient with me and gave me some amazing insight and teachings for me to use in my job and day to day life. 100% would recommend his lessons :)
Amazing ! Really helped me out so much !
1000% recommend !WOW! What can I say? Phil was a great acting coach for me. He taught me things about myself and my own techniques that no one had spotted previously, which allowed me to really understand more about the way I approach acting and how even slight, subtle changes can influence the outcome of an entire scene. Life changing!
Philip’s lessons have helped me so much. From the first lesson I left feeling so much more confident. He’s a great listener and knows exactly the right technique for the right moment every time. Some of the topics are quite complex but he helps me understand them like no teacher has before. I’ll continue having lessons with him and I highly recommend him and his sessions.
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Rates
Rate
- R556
Package rates
- 5h: R2782
- 10h: R5564
online
- R556/h
free lesson
The free first lesson with Philip allows you to get to know the tutor and discuss your needs and expectations.
- 1h
Details
I only ask that if you do need to cancel or reschedule your lesson, that you please contact asap to report any changes :)
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