Testimonials - College Audition Coaching
Testimonials - Industry Professionals
Testimonials - Young Professionals
Testimonials - College Audition Coaching
“Every session with Corey helped me get one step closer to my dream school, Carnegie Mellon. I had always considered myself more of a singer than an actress, but after working with Corey for just half a year, I felt my acting improve immensely both in song and monologue. I became much more confident when approaching material and found many different ways to perform the same repertoire with him. With Corey's help, I felt 100% ready to conquer the college audition season. “
“I can say with absolute confidence that Corey is one of the main reasons I got into my top choice for college. As a Canadian, applying for schools in America can be daunting but having Corey as a resource was a huge asset. Corey not only taught me how to be true to the piece but how to bring parts of myself into the character. He always came into our lessons excited to work and was ready to work as a team, making sure I truly understood and believed in the work I was creating. Working with Corey will not only prepare you for college auditions but grow you into a more confident, creative and authentic actor and performer.”
“Corey was tremendously helpful during my college audition process. It was great to get the chance to work not only on acting in monologues, but also in songs. He was always very encouraging and helped me ensure that the material I chose suited me and demonstrated what I wanted it to in my auditions. He was really great at taking the time to understand my personal goals in the process and helping me figure out how to go about achieving them. I highly recommend booking Corey for help with your college auditions!”
Testimonials - Industry Professionals
“Corey Agnew is a first rate director that I am proud to have worked with on several of my productions. His ability to target the dramatic results from actors while keeping a calm room is exemplary. It is this reason I have had no hesitation in the past trusting Corey to head productions of Les Mis both in the U.S. and overseas.”
Broadway and West End Credits - School of Rock; Miss Saigon; Les Misérables; Joseph; Chess.
“I have known Corey for many years. While I was performing in Disney’s Mary Poppins on Broadway, I got to witness his brilliant ability of bringing out the best in the cast while in rehearsals and during performances. He was particularly good at working with the young actors in the show, making them feel confident, secure and completely prepared when taking on the huge roles of Jane and Michael Banks.”
Broadway Credits: Bert (Mary Poppins); Thenardier (Les Misérables); Squidward (Spongebob Squarepants).
“Corey and I worked together on the 1st National Tour of Broadway’s Mary Poppins. He has the expertise, enthusiasm and attitude that will benefit any young person interested in acting. I highly recommend him as a teacher.”
Broadway Credits: Phantom and Monsieur André (Phantom of the Opera); Mr. Banks (Mary Poppins); John Utterson (Jekyll & Hyde); 8 Seasons at The Stratford Festival.
Testimonials - Young Professionals
“Over the last few years, I have loved working with Corey as a coach and mentor. He has a great approach to breaking down a script and developing a character. He has helped me learn to trust myself and my choices which makes me feel prepared heading into auditions and as a result, I have booked some leading roles! Corey challenges me and brings out my best abilities, while having fun and building my confidence!”
Film: Netflix, CBC kids, CBC Gem, TVO Kids. Theatre: Three seasons with the Stratford Festival of Canada, Drayton Entertainment, Segal Centre, National Arts Centre, Soulpepper.
“Besides being such a fun and kind teacher, Corey helped me improve my acting skills in a massive way. His techniques and knowledge in acting helped me learn so much about myself as a performer and as a person. Corey is great at distinguishing theatre vs. film/tv acting and his teaching led me to several bookings. I highly recommend Corey Agnew to help you reach your goals!”
Theatre: Flying Over Sunset (Broadway); Les Misérables (Broadway Tour); I, Banquo (Chicago Shakespeare). Film: Glenn Frank, When Life Gives You Rice.
“During my time spent with Corey, I gained a tremendous amount of knowledge and skill as a performer. Corey knew exactly how to bring focus and energy into our rehearsals, and created a fun, comfortable and exciting space to work in. He taught me many things about being an actor that I have been able to use in my life since performing as Matilda. I learned skills such as how to take on challenging material and staying in the moment while on stage or on screen that have helped me throughout my time as an actor.”
Film/TV: Ghostwriter (Apple T.V.); Clifford the Big Red Dog (PBS); Meet the Family (City TV). Theatre: Matilda (Mirvish, Broadway Tour); Fun Home (Mirvish).