Testimonials.
Acting/Audition Clients
Coco is AMAZING!! She brings tons of insights and ideas to your audition that elevates your performance to another level. And what I most love about her is that she really cares; she understands actors and supports us over the finish line!!
---Jean St. James, Actress, Head of ITA Studios
Coco doesn’t just love actors, she knows exactly how to work with them. She is an “actor’s casting director.” She understands the process, not simply the result, and knows exactly what to give you in order to push your work that much more in the right direction.
---Daniel Shawn Miller, Actor
I have been coaching with Coco for over half a year now and my work has gotten so much better with her guidance. Her knowledge and experience across every aspect of the process is amazing. I’ve had many auditions that have required accents and she has been able to help hit all of them. Not only do I see the difference myself, but I have also been pinned and booked roles that she has helped me tape. She really cares about the people she coaches and it shows. There is a confidence in my work that Coco is able to help bring out of me that is truly freeing and fun. -- Gio Randazzo, Actor
Coco’s experiences and training are emblematic to her coaching style. She knows the industry, front to back, therefore her standards teach the professionalism needed in order to be a respected performer; an aspect that seems obvious, but rare to find in a coach. She also advocates for your best self to be represented in a self-tape through honest and constructive coaching, that ranges from tips/techniques regarding one’s voice, body, and mind; in all, her approach is holistic to the performer.
---Maya Krishnan, Actor
Coco has one of those rare things as a coach. She understands both sides of the camera. What casting is looking for and what the actor needs to be successful. Being able to speak both languages is paramount. Working with her has elevated my work and prepared me for stage and set.
---Chad Coe, Actor
Dialect Coaching Clients
I have worked with Coco on several different projects across at least a half dozen dialects. She has always been well-researched, prepared, and eager to work with actors. I have seen her empower actors to understand not only the rules of the dialect, but also how to make the dialect their own. This leads to an actor taking ownership over their dialect, and always leads to stronger performances
---Efrain Schunior, Director
Coco’s work on my production of “Dr. Jekyl and Mr. Hyde” was nothing less than extraordinary. I had 5 actors playing 24 roles, and not only were they all British and from the Victorian era, they represented characters for all social classes and regions. Her approach was so inviting an accessible, which was key as some of the actors had previous vocal training and some did not. But that difference in the cast was not reflected in the outcome of their work, nor were any of the less vocally experienced actors made to feel behind or left out in the cold. On opening night one of our reviewers was a native born Brit, and he made a point of finding me at the opening party to tell me how astounded he was at the accent work, musing that he usually cringes at listening to Americans ballpark a British accent. But in the case of our production, he stated that he wouldn’t have known that the actors weren’t native Brits like himself. Simply, Coco is the go to coach for this work.
---Mary Jo DuPrey, Director
I have taken various classes from a multitude of coaches, and I can confidently say that Coco Kleppinger takes dialects to an entirely new level. Her classes rid me of all the frustrations that come along with dialect-learning, and make the experience a fun and ever-redeeming one. Her ability to link the science of dialects with the art of acting makes it incredibly easy to learn and adapt to a new language. I find myself utilizing her approach to dialect learning even long after taking her classes. Ultimately, Coco cared just as much as I did about getting the dialects and character as perfect as can be; and that made all the difference. Her ability to piece her wisdom into comforting and simple words are incredible. I can’t wait to work with her again.
--- Yeliz Yoruk, Actor
With Coco's help, I can confidently say that I mastered the Scottish accent (Glasgow region) within a few weeks. She caters to your individual needs and is highly intune on communicating in a way that will benefit you most. For example, I get impatient and frustrated quickly. I tend to want to skip steps because I am eager for results. But with Coco she helped me break down the dialect into steps, helping me to work on it slowly and with patience, which actually ended up helping me learn it more efficiently and quicker. She is highly collaborative and truly wants for you to achieve at your best. In terms of self-care and mindset, she has given me numerous exercises on pre-audition nerves, that ACTUALLY WORK! She is grounded, intentional, and leads from a place of compassion and heart. I'll forever be a student of Coco's.
--- Ava Lalezarzadeh, Actor