college application coaching with Julianna Rees

preparation for BA, BFA & MFA theatre and musical theatre program applications & auditions

counseling for college admissions: college selection, applications, essays, portfolios, & interviews

The college application process for theatre is unlike any other process. It can be surprising and difficult for students and families to manage. And the stakes are very high: a lot is riding on that audition or interview. Julianna helps students represent themselves and their work in authentic ways because she takes the time to get to know who they are.

Julianna Rees

Actors Equity Association

California State Teaching Credential

BA, University of California Berkeley

University of Paris IV

 

After over twenty years of experience coaching theatre artists into the top training programs in the United States, the United Kingdom, and France, Julianna is offering private coaching to student artists who are preparing to apply to Theatre and Musical Theatre college programs. Her comprehensive approach takes into account students’ academic and professional goals and personal values. 

 

Julianna’s former clients have already achieved success:

  • Performing in Tony Award-winning musicals, on network and cable tv, PBS, the BBC, HBO, and Netflix series

  • Designing block-buster films like Black Panther

  • Writing, directing, and producing for film, television and theatre

  • Stage managing shows that tour the world

  • Publicizing independent films for IFC

    Every year, Julianna has helped actors, directors, designers, and stage managers get accepted at elite programs.

You can be one of them.


Here’s What People Say About Julianna’s Work:

“Julianna was the key ingredient in one of the most pivotal junctures in my life, and there’s a direct line from the work I did with her in high school to the success I achieved on Broadway over a decade later. She has a profound ability to shape her guidance around each individual’s needs and personality. She’s a brilliant teacher, and one of the smartest and funniest humans I’ve ever known.”

— Pomme Koch, BFA University of Michigan.   Broadway’s The Band’s Visit                                                                                                Tony Award Best Musical

“I’ve learned more from Julianna than from any other acting coach, teacher, professor, or conservatory, ever. Seriously. She has a unique ability to spark and embolden young artists, to bring Shakespeare’s text from academic to deeply personal, and make students feel like they have something truly special to offer the acting world. From choosing the perfect material to executing several successful college auditions, Jules made me feel prepared and like I was always going into the room with not only good work, but MY OWN good work. The grounding and guidance she gave me when I was seventeen is still my anchor as I navigate my professional acting career in NYC.”

— Emily Anderson, BFA DePaul University

“Julianna was an incredible acting teacher, coach & mentor for both B & E as they prepared to audition for BFA programs. As a super talented, passionate & creative actor and director herself, Julianna is genuinely invested in the growth of her students and is dedicated to helping them overcome obstacles and recognize and utilize their strengths in order to give the best of themselves to every role and performance. B&E felt extremely supported, prepared and confident for their auditions. We are grateful to Julianna for helping them fall in love with acting & achieve their dream of being accepted to a top BFA program.” 

— SW, Parent

Julianna is the person I credit with getting me accepted to Carnegie Mellon University’s Acting program. She knows the audition process better than anyone I know. She was always excited to meet with me, whether it was 9am or the dead of night. Even in the moments I felt too exhausted to move forward, she never lost her drive and refused to let me lose mine either. Her care for her students is extremely apparent both in and outside of the rehearsal space. I am so lucky to have her as a mentor and friend. You will not regret working with Julianna.

— Andrew LeBuhn, Carnegie Mellon University