Staci Lawrence Studios

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About Staci

I'm an actor, director, dancer, and acting coach with over 25 years of professional experience in film, television, theater, and live performance. I've appeared on several television shows – my favorites include The Orville, Criminal Minds, Modern Family, and Mayans M.C. - and regularly coach actors of all ages, both privately and in group classes.

I’ve produced and performed in web series, improv and stand-up shows, directed countless plays and variety shows, and worked hands-on with hundreds of students - first-time performers, teens preparing for professional auditions, comics transitioning from clubs to screen, and veteran actors returning to the stage.

And I simply love this work.

Acting is more than memorizing lines, being funny, crying on cue, or getting cast. It’s about learning to tell the truth, to truly listen, and be fully and authentically yourself within the circumstances of an imaginary character. A character YOU bring to life through your own heart & life experiences.

Our Classes

ACT ONE LAB - ENROLLING NOW!

This 10 week program teaches the fundamentals of acting and how to perform confidently on camera, guiding students to build truthful, grounded performances that connect with an audience. They gain an understanding of character types and genres - comedy, drama, and more - while discovering how their natural presence helps define their “type” as an actor. Collaboration, rehearsal etiquette, and performance skills are emphasized throughout, with all of the training leading to a final showcase.

ACTING FOR DANCERS

This private coaching is designed for dancers to deepen their performance by embodying story and emotion that truly resonates with an audience. From soloists to groups, all dancers are welcome — ideal for performance, audition, or competition prep.

AUDITION PREP

Private coaching for actors of all ages to strengthen auditions with personalized guidance — including self-tape preparation and support. From choosing material and refining performance to navigating the technical side of taping, I help actors deliver polished, professional work. This coaching also supports actors preparing for roles they’ve already booked.

SCENE STUDY

Scene Study is an ongoing class where actors work on material from theater, film, and television to strengthen their craft and expand their range. Through rehearsal, script analysis, and character exploration, students deepen their understanding of story and learn to bring characters to life with truth, specificity, and detail.