CLAIRE CHITHAM
ACTOR | COACH | PRODUCER
Award winning actor Claire Chitham works extensively on stage, television and film. With over thirty years international experience as a creative and storyteller, Claire brings her expertise to coaching, producing, and empowering others to tell their story.
COACHING
A sought-after Acting Coach - working with Netflix, Sony, Nickelodeon and more - Claire offers a rare combination of technical skill, emotional intelligence, on-set experience and industry insight.
Whether you're stepping in front of a camera for the first time or a seasoned performer, Claire meets you exactly where you are.
“I’ve been a fan of Claire’s acting work for years. She completed my Acting Coach training course with flying colours and I've gone on to happily recommend her to other productions. Her energy and analytical mind make her a natural as a coach. She’ll help you dig in and create a grounded, truthful performance."
DAME MIRANDA HARCOURT, DNZM -
Acting Coach & Director
"Working with Claire was an absolute joy. She got me to see each scene in a new and different way and really made me look at my performance and the way I thought about the character and her situation. Claire was attentive and on point and really got along well with all the cast and crew."
NELL FISHER -
Star of 'Stranger Things 5'
& 'Bookworm'
“I’ve hired and recommended Claire as a coach across several local and international projects.
Claire understands characters in depth and allows the director to envision how they should be portrayed on screen and in the actors performances.”
STU TURNER -
Casting Director for 'Hunt for the Wilderpeople', 'Sweet Tooth', 'Rings of Power'
Here's how we can work together...
1:1 Acting Coaching
Private acting coaching in-person or via Zoom, tailored entirely to you and what you need right now. Work on auditions, self-tapes, monologues, any on-camera performance, or simply deepen your craft with focused, practical coaching.
Young Actor Coaching
Claire specialises in coaching young and emerging actors - whether you’re preparing for your first audition, working professionally or just keen to try it all. With extensive experience coaching children and teens on film and tv, the work is focused on building a safe, trusting environment, world & character building, and teaching tools to create truthful performances, allowing them to shine from within.
Self-Tape Coaching & Audition Intensive - 90 mins
Landed a self-tape audition? Get focused, practical coaching from script breakdown through to your final performance.
Send your audition material beforehand, Break down the work together, make strong choices, rehearse and refine the performance. If applicable, the audition can be recorded over Zoom with Claire reading with you, giving you the opportunity to put the work into practice and leave with a polished take — or use the session as a rehearsal for your own final self-tape.Ideal for film, television and commercial auditions.
On-Set Coaching
Available directly for film and television productions.Claire works directly with producers, directors and cast to support performance from prep through to shoot. This includes script and character work, rehearsal planning, building relationships, and keeping actors focused, connected, and ready on set, bridging the needs of the production with the needs of the performer to help deliver the strongest possible work from your actors.
Performance & Presentation Coaching
For professionals, leaders and teams who need to communicate with clarity, confidence, and impact — in the room or on camera.Claire works with individuals and organisations on public speaking, presentations, pitches, keynote speeches, on-camera communication and storytelling. Using practical tools to help you overcome nerves, find your authentic voice, connect with your audience and deliver your message with confidence.Ideal for presentations, keynote speaking, corporate video, media appearances, pitches and high-stakes communication.
