Specialising in truthful, impactful performance training
Auckland's highest-rated acting coach on Google with 100+ reviews
ABOUT YOUR COACH
Juliet Furness brings over 30 years of experience in acting and voice coaching, both internationally and in New Zealand.
Her teaching is grounded in practical, contemporary techniques that help actors and professionals connect with emotional truth, spontaneity, and clarity in performance. Juliet’s approach is shaped by her extensive training at renowned institutions, including The Barrow Group in NYC, where she studied under Seth Barrish — widely respected for coaching performers such as Anne Hathaway.
After nearly two decades in the United States, Juliet returned to New Zealand to bring her deeply honed craft to local actors, singers, and professionals seeking authentic expression. She has coached students who’ve gone on to appear in major productions including Young Rock, My Life Is Murder, In a Flash, Shortland Street, Head High, Ahikaroa, and Lord of the Rings. Whether guiding beginners or working actors, Juliet focuses on developing grounded, nuanced, and confident performers through tailored, thoughtful training.
Acting Classes
Juliet Furness Acting Classes are designed for both complete beginners right through to professional actors who want to build authentic performances.
For Intro class, no experience needed, just curiosity and a willingness to play. Depending on the level, classes blend practical techniques, physical exploration, improvisation, specialised adjustments and script work to help you connect to character, story, and truthful expression.
Introduction to Acting
Skills developed here are at the intersection of Human Development and how we interact with the world at large. Actors are empathic and impactful communicators–skills needed by successful people in all walks of life!
Level 1 Acting
Level 1 builds technique. You will practise a new acting tool each class, so by term-end, you already have lightweight, effective tools to use immediately in your craft and for the rest of your career. These are the same skills professional actors use.
Level 2 Acting
This level teaches breathwork, which develops your inspiration and instincts further, allowing more challenging material and focused technique development. Entry is assessed individually.
Level 3 Acting
An advanced class for experienced actors who want to refine, strengthen, and stretch their acting skills through intensive scene and monologue work and staying in shape for auditions.
Voice Coaching
One-on-one voice sessions tailored to your specific needs—whether you’re an actor, presenter, or professional wanting to speak with clarity and confidence. Coaching focuses on breath, presence, and unlocking your natural voice.