Meet the Coaches at John Robert Powers Virtual Academy
Andrew Byron - a celebrity coach at John Robert Powers

Andrew Byron

TV & New Media

  • Treyder
  • Coyote
  • The Sandman
  • The Undeclared War
  • Super Blood
  • Code 404
  • Dracula
  • Years and Years
  • Victoria
  • Traitors
  • Living the Dream
  • EastEnders: The Podcast
  • Killing Eve
  • Doctor Who
  • War Machine
  • Wonder Woman
  • Another Mother's Son
  • You, Me and the Apocalypse
  • Catastrophe
  • River
  • The Assets
  • MI-5
  • Waking the Dead
  • Law & Order: UK
  • Silent Witness

Film

  • Black Widow
  • Criminal
  • RED 2
  • The Monuments Men
  • Jack Ryan: Shadow Recruit
  • Beyond Valkyrie: Dawn of the 4th Reich
  • Experiment

Voice Work & Video Games:

  • Battlefield 2042
  • Sniper Elite V2 Remastered
  • Sniper Elite V2
  • Battlefield 4
  • Battlefield 3
  • Company of Heroes 2
  • Crysis 2
Coyote - a movie that Andrew Byron has paricipated in
Sandman Act II - a movie that Andrew Byron has paricipated in
Code 404 - a movie that Andrew Byron has paricipated in
Larry VanBuren Jr. - a celebrity coach at John Robert Powers

Larry VanBuren Jr.

TV Series:

  • Bel-Air
  • Partners in Rhyme
  • United States of AI
  • On My Block
  • All American
  • Team Kaylie
  • Carol's Second Act
  • Content
  • This Is Us
  • H8ters
  • Rosewood
  • The Suite Life on Deck
  • Hannah Montana
  • CSI: Miami

Films:

  • Super Athlete
  • All About the Money
  • Have a Little Faith
  • Everyday Kid
  • Black Gloves
Bel Air - a movie that Larry VanBuren Jr. has paricipated in
This Is Us - a movie that Larry VanBuren Jr. has paricipated in
All American - a movie that Larry VanBuren Jr. has paricipated in
Ann Mahoney - a celebrity coach at John Robert Powers

Ann Mahoney

TV Series:

  • Suitable Flesh
  • We Have a Ghost
  • National Treasure: Edge of History
  • The Thing About Pam
  • Charming the Hearts of Men
  • Stolen in Plain Sight
  • The Other Side of Night
  • The True Don Quixote
  • On Becoming a God in Central Florida
  • Facing Life
  • Breasts
  • The Good Cop
  • Talking Like Normal People
  • Assassination Nation
  • Same Kind of Different as Me
  • Logan Lucky
  • Sun Records
  • The Walking Dead
  • Bad Moms
  • Midnight Special
  • Rectify
  • Socialwerk
  • 99 Homes
  • Barefoot
  • The Bridge
  • Hateship Loveshop
  • King
  • Hart of Dixie
  • The Pool Boys
  • A Dance for Bethany
  • Flakes
  • Scarlett
  • Hello Sister, Goodbye Life
  • Not Like Everyone Else
  • Thief
  • Big Momma's House 2
  • Snow Wonder
  • Pizza My Heart
  • Odd Girl Out
  • Searching for David's Heart
  • The Madam's Family: The
  • Truth About the Canal Street
  • Brothel
  • Frankenstein
  • Torn Apart
  • 4o
The Thing About Pam - a movie that Ann Mahoney has paricipated in
Bad Moms - a movie that Ann Mahoney has paricipated in
National Treasure - a movie that Ann Mahoney has paricipated in
Kalena Ranoa - a celebrity coach at John Robert Powers

Kalena Ranoa

TV Series:

  • TV/ Film
  • All Rise
  • The Great Artist
  • Twenties
  • Happy Thoughts
  • Giraffes
  • The Last Alleycat
  • Go We Know Not Where
  • Super Rendezvous
  • Skymall 007
  • Where Would We Be
  • Nervosa
  • Rules of Engagement
  • Susan's Remembrance
  • Losing Lois Lane

Commercials & Print

  • Noxzema
  • Austrelian Opal Direct
  • GMC Yukon
  • Ameritrade

Music Video

  • "Play" by Jennifer Lopez
  • From my Head to my Heart
  • Evan and Jaron

Voice Over

  • Wild Horses
All Rise - a movie that Kalena Ranoa has paricipated in
Twenties - a movie that Kalena Ranoa has paricipated in
Happy Thouths - a movie that Kalena Ranoa has paricipated in
Kenajuan Bentley - a celebrity coach at John Robert Powers

Kenajuan Bentley

TV & New Media

  • 68 Whiskey
  • Station 19
  • Grimm
  • The Young & The Restless
  • How To Get Away With Murder
  • Famous In Love
  • Scandal
  • Law & Order
  • Doll & Em
  • Vital Signs
  • God's Call
  • OMG EMT
  • Travel Oregon
  • NCIS
  • All the Queen's Men
  • All American
  • S.W.A.T.

Film

  • The Week Of
  • XOXO
  • Union

Theater

  • Sweat
  • Twelfth Night
  • Pride and Prejudice
  • The Exonerated
  • The Mountaintop
  • All The Way/Great Society
  • Cymbeline
  • Ruined
  • Rosencrantz/Guildenstern
  • A Dream Play
  • Hamlet
  • Edward II
  • The Merchant Of Venice
  • Well
  • Next Fall
  • Measure For Measure
  • Julius Caesar
  • Macbeth
Station 19 - a movie that Kenajuan Bentley has paricipated in
All American - a movie that Kenajuan Bentley has paricipated in
All the Queens Men - a movie that Kenajuan Bentley has paricipated in
Stefanie Stevens - a celebrity coach at John Robert Powers

Stefanie Stevens

Stefanie Stevens is an American actress, who is popularly known for From Scratch (2022), The Morning Show (2019), American Housewife (2016), and Extant (2014). She began her professional acting career back in 2004. In 2022, Stefanie portrayed the role of Monica in ‘From Scratch’. Born in 1990, Stefanie Stevens hails from Los Angeles, United States.

TV / Film and Video

  • From Scratch - Netflix
  • The Morning Show - Apple TV
  • Mafia: Definitive Edition - Video Game
  • Giraffes
  • Extant on CBS
  • American Housewife
  • Bloodlines
  • Miss Adventures
  • Dead Border
  • The Seven Spiritual Laws of Success
Extant - a movie that Stefanie Stevens has paricipated in
American Housewife - a movie that Stefanie Stevens has paricipated in
The Morning Show - a movie that Stefanie Stevens has paricipated in
Polina Frantsena - a celebrity coach at John Robert Powers

Polina Frantsena

TV

  • The Hug Machine
  • Young Sheldon
  • Dad Stop Embarrassing Me!
  • Veep
  • Sestra, Sestra
  • Very Important Person
  • Accommodations
  • Ballers
  • One Day at a Time
  • Shameless
  • The Bold and the Beautiful
  • The Vamps Next Door
  • 90210

Film

  • The Hobbit: Kingdoms of
  • Middle-earth - Dance Battle
  • Hot Girls
  • Halloween Support Group
  • Sh*T Girls Say on Valentine's Day
  • Rosencantz and Guildenstern
  • Are Undead
  • Sex and the City
  • Officer Down
  • The Last International Playboy
Dad, Stop Embaracing Me! - a movie that Polina Frantsena has paricipated in
Young Sheldon - a movie that Polina Frantsena has paricipated in
Maybe - a movie that Polina Frantsena has paricipated in
Freddie Kuguru - a celebrity coach at John Robert Powers

Freddie Kuguru

TV / Film and Video

  • Last Week Tonight with John
  • Oliver
  • Invasion
  • Hunters
  • Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt
  • The Perfect Murder
  • Luke Cage
  • The Breaks
  • Strange City
  • On the Case with Paula Zahn
  • Atlanta
  • Lunch Specials
  • Hack My Life
  • Mysteries at the Monument
  • Mysteries at the Museum
  • My Crazy Love
  • Hungry Games
  • The Breaks
  • White Men Can't Jump
  • Clifford the Big Red Dog
  • Lupe
  • Fluidity
  • Break and Run
  • The Last Show
  • Disney Springs Preview
  • Lunch Specials
  • Disney Springs Preview
Fluidity - a movie that Freddie Kuguru has paricipated in
White Men Can't Jump - a movie that Freddie Kuguru has paricipated in
Clifford - a movie that Freddie Kuguru has paricipated in
Rob Welsh - a celebrity coach at John Robert Powers

Rob Welsh

TV/ Film

  • NCIS
  • Wizardream
  • The Rookie
  • The Art of
  • Storytelling
  • 3 from Hell
  • Unbelievable on
  • Netflix
  • S.W.A.T.
  • DriverX
  • Unfriended: Dark
  • Web
  • Parenthood
  • Pretty Little Liars
  • Roadies on Showtime
  • Hawaii Five-0
  • Perception
  • Bloodlines
  • Mystery Girls on ABC
  • FAmily
  • Review
  • Paranormal Movie
  • Justified on FX
  • Scandal on ABC
  • Californication
Unbeliveable - a movie that Rob Welsh has paricipated in
Dark Web - a movie that Rob Welsh has paricipated in
NCIS - a movie that Rob Welsh has paricipated in
Aileen Burdock - a celebrity coach at John Robert Powers

Aileen Burdock

TV, Film

  • Monopoly Game
  • The Guilty
  • Euphoria with Zendaya
  • Gloria Bell
  • Better Than Somedays
  • Spivak
  • The Trouble with Mistletoe
  • Netflix Original- Bright
  • I'm Sorry on TruTV
  • Altered Perception
  • Best Thanksgiving Ever
  • The Sector
  • Mr. Church
  • Love Is All You Need?
  • A God Named Pablo
  • Grey's Anatomy
  • Cooking for Dads
  • True Blood
  • The Caterpillar's Kimono
  • 1000 Ways to Die
The Trouble With Mistletoe - a movie that Aileen Burdock has paricipated in
Spivak - a movie that Aileen Burdock has paricipated in
Gloria Bell - a movie that Aileen Burdock has paricipated in
Alex Long - a celebrity coach at John Robert Powers

Alex Long

Alex Long, an accomplished acting coach and seasoned performer based in Los Angeles.

Beyond television, Alex has also showcased his talent in various commercials, including notable work with Wendy’s. The versatility and dedication displayed in each project contribute to Alex's reputation as a dynamic and sought-after professional in the acting scene.

In addition to acting, Alex is actively involved in the creative process, regularly taking on roles as a producer and director for various projects. His commitment to the craft and passion for storytelling continue to drive success in the entertainment industry.

Residing in the vibrant city of Los Angeles, Alex Long remains a prominent figure, bringing energy and expertise to every acting, producing, and directing endeavor he undertakes. With a rich portfolio and an ongoing commitment to excellence, Alex is undoubtedly a force to be reckoned with in the world of entertainment.

TV / Film and Video

  • Jay's World
  • Noah's Arch
  • Dhar Mann
  • Jay & Mikey
  • Young Sheldon
  • Eddie and the Aviator
  • The Goldbergs
  • Trophy Wife
  • The Mentalist
  • Cardboard Camera
  • Parenthood
  • The Muppets
  • Haley
The Mentalist - a movie that Alex Long has paricipated in
Young Sheldon - a movie that Alex Long has paricipated in
The Goldbergs - a movie that Alex Long has paricipated in
Upasana Beharee - a celebrity coach at John Robert Powers

Upasana Beharee

Films:

  • The Lift
  • Bliss
  • Valet, Please!
  • Jinn
  • Dreamers
  • All in a Night's Work
  • Best Dramatic Short
  • You Can't Curry Love
  • The Quizlar Cycle
  • Naked Sushi
  • One Wedding and a Funeral
  • Stuck in Traffic in Durban
  • An African Dream

TV Series:

  • Mayans M.C.
  • Adam Ruins Everything
  • Powerless
  • New Girl
All In a Night's Work - a movie that Upasana Beharee has paricipated in
Adam Ruins Everything - a movie that Upasana Beharee has paricipated in
Bliss - a movie that Upasana Beharee has paricipated in
Michael Sollenberger - a celebrity coach at John Robert Powers

Michael Sollenberger

TV Series:

  • The Company You Keep
  • Mob City
  • A Guy Walks Into a Bar
  • Mad Men
  • Medium
  • ER
  • Vanished
  • Dragnet
  • 7th Heaven
  • On Common Ground
  • Beverly Hills, 90210

Films:

  • Cabana Gardens Cobra
  • Peace of Heart Phantom
  • Town
  • Curse of the Puppet
  • Master
  • In My Daughter's Name
  • Bugsy
The Company You Keep - a movie that Michael Sollenberger has paricipated in
Mad Men - a movie that Michael Sollenberger has paricipated in
Mob City - a movie that Michael Sollenberger has paricipated in
Jacqueline Barone - a celebrity coach at John Robert Powers

Jacqueline Barone

Jacqueline moved to Los Angeles right out of high school, in 2017, to pursue her ultimate dream of being a professional dancer and actress. She immediately got herself into a Meisner based acting class with a man named Don Bloomfield, that she currently resides in. Within six months of living in LA, she had landed her first dance job. She danced in the live commercial for "The Greatest Showman" on the Warner Brothers lot! Since then Jacqueline has made appearances on the 2019 Grammy Awards, Saturday Night Live, Latin American Music awards, multiple music videos, and a Skechers commercial.

She has danced for artists such as Lady GaGa, Camila Cabello, Pitbull, Young Thug, HRVY, and more. Looking forward Jacqueline wants to focus on her acting career while still dancing. She aspires to appear in TV shows, Feature Films, Choreograph on Broadway, and Direct Major Motion Pictures.

Dessert Fiends - a movie that Jacqueline Barone has paricipated in
Dhar Mann Bonus - a movie that Jacqueline Barone has paricipated in
The Abomination of Frankenstein - a movie that Jacqueline Barone has paricipated in
Manon Chaney - a celebrity coach at John Robert Powers

Manon Chaney

Manon Chaney is a professional dancer, model, acrobat, & painter based out of Los Angeles CA. Manon's extensive work in the industry includes but is not limited to:

  • Steve Madden
  • Viola Bridal
  • Oaktreefarms
  • Plvy. Co
  • Lionfly
  • Moevir Magazine
  • Paris Guely Ray
  • Hallmark
  • Facebook
  • Tiktok
  • Okai Scooter
  • Diji Global Mini 2
  • Iphone X
  • Seventh Day Adventist
  • Magination
  • Entertainment
  • Universal Studios Harry Potter
  • World The Illusionists Live Us
  • Tour
  • Ballet Magique
  • Universal Studios Horror Nights
  • Amc Shutterspeed
  • Troupe Vertigo: Circus, Dance,
  • Theater North American Trend
  • Vision Awards Eclipse Dance Co.
  • Cirque Berzerk Productions
  • Indianapolis Symphony
  • Karmagraphy Entertainment
  • Innovative Entertainment
  • Disney Channel Zombies 2
  • Premiere Dodgers Holiday
  • Festival
Spring Pastel - a movie that Manon Chaney has paricipated in
Skin hydration ad - a movie that Manon Chaney has paricipated in
Photo session in desert - a movie that Manon Chaney has paricipated in
Kate Krieger - a celebrity coach at John Robert Powers

Kate Krieger

Films:

  • Mantervention
  • Hate from a
  • Distance Celeste &
  • Jesse Forever
  • Border of Love The
  • Last Payphone in
  • New York The
  • Truth About Lying
  • Sex Text Parasite
  • The Vicious Kind
  • The Witching Hour
  • Punching Bag
  • Grapefruit
  • Shangri-La Suite
  • Trunk Space
  • Cubicle Zombies
  • Wedding Day Obit
  • Arman Used Chair
  • For Sale Rags

TV Series:

  • Discover Indie
  • Film Delivery Girl
  • Reckless Juliets
  • Fallout:
  • Revelation
  • Workaholics
Shangri-La Suite - a movie that Kate Krieger has paricipated in
The New Anthology Series - a movie that Kate Krieger has paricipated in
Workaholics - a movie that Kate Krieger has paricipated in
Beth Fraser - a celebrity coach at John Robert Powers

Beth Fraser

TV & New Media

  • 911
  • Baby Daddy
  • Imperfect Women
  • Bel Air
  • NCIS
  • Promised Land
  • S.W.A.T.
  • Loot
  • American Crime Story: Impeachment
  • Shameless
  • Stumptown
  • Dirty John: Betty
  • Criminal Minds
  • Masters of Sex
  • Scandal
  • The Underdogs
  • Nightmare Tenant (MOW)
  • Fire Twister
  • 96 Souls
  • The Acquittal
  • Blood
  • The Stork

Film

  • Code Red
  • Surrender
  • Absolute Dominion
  • Backlog

THEATER

  • Charm
  • This Is My F-in Wedding
  • Sex, Relationships...
  • Doubt
  • Cat's Paw
  • Night Santa's Toys Came to Life
  • 'M' Butterfly

Video Games

  • Clash of Clans: Logmas Live
Loot - a movie that Beth Fraser has paricipated in
9-1-1 - a movie that Beth Fraser has paricipated in
S.W.A.T. - a movie that Beth Fraser has paricipated in
Jennifer DeFilippo - a celebrity coach at John Robert Powers

Jennifer DeFilippo

TV & New Media

  • Little Jar
  • Mr. Mayor
  • Brooklyn Nine-Nine
  • So Far, So Close
  • Homecoming
  • Diary of a Future President
  • Bob Hearts Abishola
  • I'm Fine
  • American Housewife
  • The Exorcists
  • Grand Junction
  • Masters of Sex
  • New Girl
  • Shameless
  • Modern Family
  • Parenthood
  • Body of Proof
  • Birds of a Feather
  • Bones
  • Dexter

Film

  • Sing for Your Supper
  • Margot Rourke and the Boys Club
  • Carrier
  • The Hairdos
  • Jealous
  • The Watch
  • The Kitchen Sync Revival

TV Movies / Specials

  • Welcome to Hollywood...
  • Florida
  • Outnumbered

Music Video / Video

  • Tribulation TT with Kyp Kyp Levoux
Modern Family - a movie that Jennifer DeFilippo has paricipated in
Parenthood - a movie that Jennifer DeFilippo has paricipated in
Brooklyn Nine-Nine - a movie that Jennifer DeFilippo has paricipated in
Justin Farley - a celebrity coach at John Robert Powers

Justin Farley

Justin James Farley is an actor featured recently on The Shrink Next Door, 9-1-1, Warped and S.W.A.T. Originally trained in theatre and born in Chicago, he relocated to Los Angeles county nearly 10 years ago to pursue his goals. He is currently producing and starring in the second season of the short form comedy series The Blacktor, on which he also serves as co-writer.

TV/ Film and Video

  • S.W.A.T.
  • Chicago P.D.
  • Remy & Arletta
  • NCIS: Los Angeles
  • FBI
  • American Horror Stories
  • Anamorphosis
  • Manifest Evil
  • 9-1-1: Lone Star
  • Take It Easy!
  • SuperHero Diaries
  • The Blacktor
  • The Mistress
  • Warped!
  • The Shrink Next Door
  • 9-1-1
  • Dead to Me
  • The Stranger
  • Heath Takes a Trip
  • This Little Light
  • Switched at Birth
  • Henry Danger
  • Gamer's Guide to Pretty Much Everything
  • Bernie
  • Under Covers
  • Chicago Fire
  • NightLights
  • Mind Games
  • Boss
  • The Chicago Code
  • The Survivors
The Blacktor - a movie that Justin Farley has paricipated in
9-1-1 - a movie that Justin Farley has paricipated in
The Shrink Next Door - a movie that Justin Farley has paricipated in
Nicole Ghastin - a celebrity coach at John Robert Powers

Nicole Ghastin

Nicole Ghastin is a highly experienced acting coach and working actor with over a decade of success in the entertainment industry. She has helped numerous clients land national commercials, guest star roles, and co-star bookings, guiding them through the audition process with expert coaching and a supportive, judgment-free approach.

With an impressive career spanning over 12 years, Nicole has booked more than 100 national commercials and is well-versed in what casting directors look for, particularly in the commercial world. She has a deep understanding of improvisation and its role in successful auditions, making her an invaluable resource for actors looking to refine their skills in this space.

In addition to her commercial success, Nicole has built a strong theatrical career. She is known for her ability to book roles off self-tapes, a skill she passes on to our JRP clients.She fosters a relaxed, collaborative environment where actors feel comfortable taking risks, knowing that perfection is not the goal--authenticity is. When she's not coaching, auditioning, or working on set, you'll find her enjoying time with her family, practicing yoga, or passionately diving into new scripts.

TV/ Film and Video

  • Break the Silence
  • Golden Child
  • Grey's Anatomy
  • Monsters
  • Shining Vale
  • High Desert
  • Brooklyn Nine-Nine
  • Mythic Quest
  • General Hospital
  • Waiting Room
  • The Cleaning Lady
  • Pink Collar Crimes
  • N P aRmy
  • Sun Records
  • Tom Comes Home
  • CSI Mullet
  • Fastback
  • Ghosts Never Sleep
  • Bad Cop Worse Cop
  • 18 Wheels of Justice
  • Coyote Ugly
  • Get Real
Grey's Anatomy - a movie that Nicole Ghastin has paricipated in
Brooklyn Nine-Nine - a movie that Nicole Ghastin has paricipated in
Monster - a movie that Nicole Ghastin has paricipated in
Jed Alexander - a celebrity coach at John Robert Powers

Jed Alexander

Jed has been teaching and coaching in theater, television, and film for over 20 years. He has taught at the American Musical and Dramatic Academy (AMDA) in Los Angeles; Emerson College L.A. Program; Guest Director at Chapman University; Examiner for the International Baccalaureate; Michelle Danner Acting Studio; and teaches virtually voice and speech to clients in China; and most recently, virtually for FLS International, where he developed curriculum for a two-week acting intensive in film and television.

He received his MFA from Roosevelt University (Chicago); BFA from Emerson College (Boston) under the departmental guidance of Kristen Linklater and members of Shakespeare & Company; and is pursuing his PhD in theater from LSBU in London, and a second master's in journalism at USC Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism for a long-term combined project. Jed is currently an actor at NBC Universal involved with their live entertainment for both The Wizarding World Of Harry Potter and Jurassic World, where he also serves as an AGVA union shop steward. He was National TV and Radio Spokesman for the award-winning commercial campaign Rolling Rock Beer (Anheuser-Busch), playing fictional VP of Marketing, Ron Stablehorn. Appearances include The Tim Conway Jr. Show with Arsenio Hall, Indie Morning Drive, Opie & Anthony, and Sherman & Tingle; and was featured in The New York Times, NPR, and The Wall Street Journal. Other notable campaigns and industrials include Walgreens, Meijer, Amazon, Pepsi, and Walmart among others. Jed also appeared on the hit show Henry Danger (Nickelodeon). He has done voiceover work for Toyota, EA Studios, and Netflix.

TV Series:

  • American Auto
  • The Con
  • Tales from the Explorers Club
  • The Real Murders of Atlanta
  • The Real Murders of Orange County
  • Henry Danger

Films:

  • Martha
  • Safe Space
  • Away
  • The Manor
  • 500 Days of Summer
Martha - a movie that Jed Alexander has paricipated in
Safe Space - a movie that Jed Alexander has paricipated in
American Auto - a movie that Jed Alexander has paricipated in
Madison Calderon - a celebrity coach at John Robert Powers

Madison Calderon

Madison Calderon grew up singing, dancing, and acting and got her start in local theaters, but began her professional acting career at the age of 9, when she signed with CESD. Some of her TV/film credits include series regular roles on Netflix's Princess Power created by Drew Barrymore/Savannah Guthrie and upcoming Disney + series The Doomies, set to release in Fall 2025. Additionally, Madison has appeared on Amazon Prime's Invincible, Criminal Minds, Disney Channel's Coop and Cami, She Dies Tomorrow, a TBA Peacock series, and others. Some of Madison's commercial work includes Dairy Queen, Toyota, Nokia, Hyundai, and other spots as well. Madison is an alumni of the Los Angeles County High School for The Arts, the #1 arts high school in America, where she majored in Opera, Theater, and Musical Theater while simultaneously working professionally in the entertainment industry. Madison studies at The University of Southern California, where she is pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Dramatic Arts, a minor in Entertainment Industry, while working full-time as a professional actress in Los Angeles and remotely. She possesses a passion for storytelling, creativity, and the true joy that comes with this art form, and she is thrilled to share that with others.

Movies/TV Movies/Short Films

  • She Dies Tomorrow
  • Summer Skewl
  • Snoozefestta
  • Round and Round We Go
  • Scarlett-Angelina
  • Run
  • Stage V
  • The Big Spoon
  • No Looking Back

TV Shows / Series

  • The Paper
  • Criminal Minds
  • Princess Power
  • Coop and Cami Ask the World

Voice Over / Animation

  • Familia (English Version)
  • Invincible: Atom Eve
Princess Power - a movie that Madison Calderon has paricipated in
Criminal Minds - a movie that Madison Calderon has paricipated in
Invincible: Atom Eve - a movie that Madison Calderon has paricipated in
Claire Kniaz - a celebrity coach at John Robert Powers

Claire Kniaz

Claire Kniaz is an LA-based actress and musician originally from Sydney, Australia, where she began her career on the hit television series Dance Academy.

Having lived and worked in Australia, England, New York, Los Angeles, and Canada, Claire brings a truly international perspective to her work. At just 15, she became the youngest actress accepted into the prestigious RADA program in London before earning a merit scholarship to The American Academy of Dramatic Arts in New York.

A classically trained musician, Claire has toured Europe and plays multiple instruments including violin, piano, flute, French horn, and vocals.

Her recent credits include WondLa (Apple TV+) alongside Simon Pegg, Teri Hatcher, and Alan Tudyk, a Disney+ dubbing project, an upcoming video game, and the indie thriller Madonna Non Grata opposite Eric Roberts and Tamara Taylor. She can also be seen in Every Last One of Them and recently wrapped filming on the horror feature Wetiko in Mexico.

TV Shows / Series

  • Dance Academy
  • Baby Shu and Fwends
  • WondLa (Apple TV+)
  • Miracle Workers
  • Bunk'd
  • That '90s Show
  • Never Have I Ever
  • Pivoting
  • The Fallout
  • Station 19
  • Call Me Kat
  • Pinkapotamus

Movies/TV Movies/Short Films

  • Wetiko
  • Every Last One of Them
  • Pooling to Paradise
  • Sunshine State
  • Madonna Non Grata (Post-Production)

Voice Over / Animation

  • Familia (English Version)
  • Invincible: Atom Eve
Every Last One of Them - a movie that Claire Kniaz has paricipated in
Bunk'd - a movie that Claire Kniaz has paricipated in
WondLa - a movie that Claire Kniaz has paricipated in
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