Each directing session is tailored to the individual director’s project, style, and artistic objectives. Whether you're developing a new work, refining a classic piece, or seeking guidance on a production in progress, Tea offers hands-on expertise in:

• Concept Development & Artistic Vision – Helping you clarify your directorial perspective, refine thematic focus, and find a unique approach to storytelling.

• Script Analysis & Dramaturgical Support – Breaking down the text to uncover deeper meanings, character arcs, and narrative structure to enhance your production’s impact.

• Staging, Composition & Movement Direction – Exploring spatial dynamics, blocking, and physical storytelling to create compelling, visually rich stage pictures.

• Working with Actors & Designers – Strengthening communication and collaboration with your creative team, ensuring a cohesive artistic process that brings out the best in all involved.

• Rehearsal Planning & Workflow Optimization – Crafting an efficient, structured rehearsal process that allows for artistic discovery while meeting production deadlines.

Every actor is unique, and Tea’s sessions are tailored to your individual strengths, challenges, and goals—whether you're preparing for an audition, refining a performance, or deepening your craft. Offerings include:

• Character Development & Text Analysis – Helping you break down a script, uncover emotional depth, and create fully realized characters.

• Physicality, Movement & Voice Work – Refining your body awareness, breath control, and vocal technique to enhance your expressiveness and stage presence.

• Scene Study & Monologue Refinement – Providing in-depth coaching on chosen scenes or monologues, with personalized feedback to elevate your performance.

• Audition Preparation & Technique – Guidance on how to make strong, memorable choices, handle cold reads, and present yourself confidently in auditions.

• Acting for Stage vs. Screen Adjustments – Tailoring your performance for different mediums, understanding subtlety vs. projection, and developing camera awareness.

Each project has unique challenges, and Tea’s producing consultations are designed to offer practical, actionable strategies based on your needs—whether you're an emerging producer, an independent artist, or part of a larger organization. Topics covered include:

• Development & Fundraising Strategies – Helping you shape your project from an idea into a fully realized production, including grant writing, crowdfunding, and sponsorship advice.

• Budgeting & Production Management – Navigating financial planning, resource allocation, and production timelines to ensure a smooth workflow.

• Collaborating with Creative Teams – Understanding how to foster strong relationships with directors, designers, and actors while maintaining the producer’s vision and leadership.

• Festival & Industry Submission Guidance – Strategies for getting your work seen, including selecting the right festivals, navigating applications, and pitching your project effectively.

• Independent vs. Institutional Production – Understanding the differences between self-producing and working within established companies, and finding the best approach for your work.

Applying to theatre programs is an intense process, and Tea provides personalized coaching to help students present their best work and feel confident in their applications. Sessions may include:

• Selecting & Preparing Monologues – Choosing pieces that highlight your strengths, working on interpretation, and ensuring variety in your selections.

• Personal Statement & Application Guidance – Crafting compelling essays that authentically reflect your artistic journey and aspirations.

• Mock Auditions with Feedback – Simulating audition conditions to help you refine your performance, manage nerves, and make strong, clear choices.

• Interview Preparation & Confidence-Building – Training for program interviews, helping you articulate your passion and artistic vision with clarity.

• Understanding Different Training Programs – Breaking down the unique qualities of conservatories, universities, and international programs to help you find the best fit.

Each artist’s career path is different, and Tea offers customized guidance to help you navigate the industry, make informed decisions, and build a sustainable creative career. Sessions may focus on:

• Personalized Career Roadmap & Goal Setting – Helping you assess where you are, where you want to go, and creating a step-by-step strategy to get there.

• Branding & Marketing for Theatre/Film Artists – Developing a clear professional identity, including refining your materials (headshot, resume, website, social media presence).

• Networking & Industry Connections – Understanding how to build relationships, approach collaborators, and expand your artistic community.

• Representation (Agents, Managers, Casting) Insight – Offering guidance on how to seek representation, what to look for in an agent, and how to advocate for yourself in the industry.

• Strategies for Sustaining a Long-Term Creative Career – Balancing artistic passion with financial stability, avoiding burnout, and continually growing as an artist.