The Modern Actor

Acting Coach Shannon Sturges: Uncovers Big Questions Every Actor Wants To Know

Written by Shannon Sturges

I have long wished to sit down one-on-one with an acting coach and publish their advice for actors. I finally got that chance in speaking to Shannon Sturges, accomplished actress and acting coach at Speiser/Sturges Studio. Shannon Sturges exemplifies the kind of acting coach you hope for, in that her approach is filled with enthusiasm, compassion for her students, and the wisdom of how the industry works, as an actress with more than 25 years of success. Get ready for not one, but two opportunities to immerse yourself in Shannon’s world! The amazing thing is, not only did she contribute this article with The Modern Actor community, but we also recorded a podcast episode where she goes into more depth on everything acting. I am so inspired by acting coaches like Shannon who truly live and breathe acting and make it their life’s mission to guide the next generation of artists.