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About your acting coach

Tony Award-nominated actress, Obie Award winner, and educator with more than 30 years of experience in theatre, television, and film. I specialize in on-camera audition technique and audition coaching for emerging and working professionals. My approach is practical, supportive, and individualized, helping actors build confidence, strengthen their craft, and deliver authentic performances that stand out in today's competitive industry.

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Teaches: Adults, Seniors
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Levels: Beginners, Intermediates, Experts
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Lives in: Los Angeles, California
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Years Coaching: 30 years
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Given: 26 classes
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Accomplishments

➕Tony Award Nominee

Specializations

🎯On-Camera Acting
🎯Audition Prep
🎯Cold Reading
🎯Character Development
Beginner training plan
Your first classThe first lesson is all about getting to know you, your goals, and your experience level. We’ll discuss the audition process, identify your strengths, and begin building confidence in front of the camera. You’ll learn foundational audition techniques, including script analysis, making strong acting choices, and how to present your authentic self in the room and on camera.
Class 2-3In lessons two and three, we begin applying techniques to audition material. Students learn how to break down scenes, connect personally to the material, make compelling choices, and respond truthfully in the moment. We also focus on self-tape fundamentals, camera awareness, and developing a professional audition mindset.
Class 4-10Students continue building their audition toolkit through scene work, mock auditions, self-tapes, and individualized coaching. We focus on strengthening confidence, consistency, emotional connection, and storytelling. Lessons are tailored to each student’s goals, whether they are preparing for auditions, pursuing professional opportunities, or developing their acting skills.
Class 11+As students advance, coaching becomes increasingly personalized. We refine audition technique, strengthen on-camera presence, and address specific challenges and goals. Students learn how to approach professional auditions with confidence, create stronger self-tapes, and develop the skills needed for long-term success in the industry.
Advanced training plan
Your first classThe first lesson focuses on evaluating your current audition process, strengths, and areas for growth. We’ll work with actual audition material whenever possible, identify patterns that may be limiting your success, and develop strategies to create more specific, compelling, and authentic work. My goal is to help you bring your unique perspective into every audition.
Class 2-3We begin refining your approach to script analysis, preparation, and execution. Students learn how to make stronger choices, deepen emotional connection, and increase spontaneity while maintaining consistency. We also address the nuances of on-camera auditions, self-tapes, callbacks, and in-room auditions.
Class 4-10Students continue strengthening their audition technique through personalized coaching, mock auditions, and detailed scene work. We focus on elevating storytelling, improving camera presence, strengthening professional habits, and developing the confidence needed to compete at a higher level. Lessons are tailored to each student’s goals and career path.
Class 11+Ongoing coaching is highly individualized and designed to support long-term growth. Students continue refining their craft, preparing for professional opportunities, and addressing specific audition challenges as they arise. Whether preparing for television, film, theatre, college auditions, or major callbacks, the focus remains on helping each actor consistently deliver authentic, memorable work.
Youth players
Working with teenagersI create a supportive, encouraging environment where teenagers can build confidence while developing strong acting and audition skills. Lessons are age-appropriate, engaging, and tailored to each student’s experience level. I focus on helping young actors connect authentically to material, trust their instincts, and develop the professionalism needed for auditions while keeping the process enjoyable and empowering.
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Nikki Crawford is, first and foremost, a phenomenal actress; a multitalented performer, dancer, singer and comedienne, who has enjoyed a decades-long successful career. Her talents have taken her across the world, performing under the auspices of legendary storytellers like director Mike Nichols (Spamalot), groundbreaking Monty Python mastermind Eric Idle and, most recently, with modern film icons like Taika Waititi and the greatest comic mind of the 20th Century, Mel Brooks, ( Very Young Frankenstein). From sitcoms to movies, coast -to coast regional theater and a Tony nomination for her Broadway debut in the Pulitzer Prize winning play Fat Ham, her dedication and work ethic have left their mark across the changing landscape of modern entertainment.  Her passion for “the work” is second to none, while her many talents demonstrate the necessary toughness, tenderness and range that make her great at both comedy and drama. Her ability to inhabit her characters and bring them, fully realized, into every production is crystal clear in her every performance. Nikki is also a fiercely passionate acting coach with a phenomenal grasp on what an actor needs to create a compelling character. She effortlessly pushes the envelope regarding what her students believe is possible, grounding them in technique, insisting on the same level of dedication, hard work and commitment from them that she brings to every session. She understands the power in helping her students find themselves while excavating the potential in each individual actor, using his or her strengths as a baseline, then helping to sculpt that potential into a powerful presentation. If you’re naturally funny, she can help you bring out your comic genius. If you’re more reserved, she can inspire you with ideas and, more importantly, a sense of command over your work. When you’ve completed a session with Nikki you’ll know that you’ve hammered out every nuance, each powerful beat in the audition material. She works incredibly hard for her students and insists they bring their “A-game” to every moment. Whether you’re auditioning for a one- day gig on Law and Order or the supporting lead of an edgy, independent feature film, you will leave your coaching session feeling prepared, confident, inspired and ready to walk onto a stage or a casting office knowing that you’re ready to give your best audition. Nikki knows the value of hard work, dedication and courage. Combined with the most important practices for any actor: preparedness and belief, she’s an irresistible force, both as a lauded award-winning performer and a director and a coach. She believes. And after working with her, you will too.      Michael Boatman - Spin City, The Good Fight, Arli$$, The Good Wife
Chris
I have had the privilege of working with Nikki Crawford to elevate both my auditions and my craft as an actor. As a veteran actor with 32 years of professional experience—including starring roles in major motion pictures, multiple series regular roles, and more than 100 screen credits—I can honestly say that no one has improved my self-tape auditions more than Nikki. Beyond that, she has brought a renewed sense of joy and excitement back to the work itself. Drawing from her extensive experience and formal training, Nikki consistently challenges me to go beyond my instincts and abilities. She offers a trusted, insightful perspective that encourages me to explore choices I might never have considered on my own. The result is richer, more layered performances and a deeper connection to the material. Because of Nikki's guidance, I have become a stronger artist and have delivered significantly better auditions. I cannot recommend her highly enough.
Armand
Nikki Crawford is not only an incredibly gifted actress, but also an exceptional coach. She is one of those coaches who won’t let you settle for the "safe choice". She has an incredible eye for what feels extremely honest and deeply authentic, and she knows how to challenge you to go further without pushing you into something that feels forced or artificial. Working with her helped me uncover beats and possibilities in the material that I hadn’t initially seen, and she encouraged me to take risks that ultimately made the audition stronger and more specific. Even after one session, I walked away feeling more connected to the character, more confident in my work, and proud of the choices I made. Honestly, Nikki kind of scares me in the best way because I know I can’t fake my way through anything with her. She can spot a dishonest choice from a mile away, and she always pushes me back toward what’s real. Nikki brings both a wealth of experience and a genuine investment in helping actors do their best work, and I highly recommend her as an audition coach. - Armand Fields; Queer As Folk, Work in Progress, The Chi.
Chris
Working with Nikki Crawford on my comedic series regular self-tape was such a grounding and eye-opening experience. From the framing, to the sense of the line, to the embodying of specific acting beats, Nikki's insights into the mechanics of screenplaying and what makes a self-tape sharp is nothing short of amazing! If you have a tape and the opportunity to work with her run don't walk. Her guidance is never off the mark and you're sure to leave confident in the work you've painted in pixels. " - Chris Herbie Holland
Naeem
I have had the privilege of being coached by Nikki in both improv and scene study, and it has been a complete game changer! Her teaching methods in improv have helped me become a more attentive listener and be able to think and react quickly and naturally. And her methods in scene study have really helped me dig into the given circumstances which have allowed me a greater depth in my character analysis and development. Working with her has translated into successful self tapes and in person auditions that have helped me book multiple commercials, as well as film and television roles. I highly recommend her coaching to help take your acting skills to the next level! • Naeem Khan (Law & Order, Sugar, Dark Mode)
Dave
When Nikki came to my classroom to lead a master class for my advanced high school theatre students, they were thrilled to meet her after seeing her remarkable performance in Fat Ham at the Geffen Playhouse. Although many were initially hesitant to share their work, Nikki quickly put them at ease and created a space where they felt safe taking creative risks. As students grew more confident, she provided thoughtful, specific feedback they could apply immediately. Nikki’s training, experience, and natural gift for teaching make her an exceptional coach and mentor. David Metz, Ed.D., NBCT Theatre Teacher, Santee High School, LAUSD

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