Biography

Joseph Pearlman is an on-set acting coach for Hollywood's top actors, musicians, comedians, etc..

Recently named in the industry's "Top Ten Acting Gurus" by Heidi Levitt's New York Times reviewed "Actor Genie" application, Joseph Pearlman coaches Hollywood's top actors, musicians, comedians and singer/songwriters: Zooey Deschanel (500 Days Of Summer, She & Him, New Girl), Sherri Shepherd (The View, 30 Rock), Michael Welch (The Twilight Saga), Julian Sands (The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo), Skylar Grey (2011 Grammy Awards, Eminem) etc.. Joseph was recently voted one of LA's favorite acting coaches in Backstage's 2011 Readers' Choice Awards.

In addition to his on-set work with actors, Joseph coaches presenters for the Oscars, Grammys, Golden Globes and Independent Spirit Awards. Joseph Pearlman's work with actors was recently recognized by The Huffington Post's national cinema, theatre and art critic James Scarborough. Joseph Pearlman Coaching offers private coaching and classes from beginner to working professional.

Zooey Deschanel (500 Days Of Summer, New Girl): "Joseph Pearlman approaches the craft of performing in an entirely unique way, by focusing on the inner voices of characters and freeing the performer, he quickly finds the heart beat of a performance. No time is wasted, he is an excellent teacher."

Joseph teaches his students and clients to bring their unique personalities to their performances. His original "Private Coaching In A Class Setting" classes and workshops bring the one-on-one private coaching experience into the classroom. He helps actors elevate their work so it doesn't "smell like acting training". Joseph helps you discover the difference between a "good" performance and a "great" performance. Students leave every class with the character on the tips of their fingers, ready for their auditions or on-set work. Joseph Pearlman explains the secret to nailing the audition:

"Don't try to figure out what "they" want. Assume YOU are what they want. Bring yourself to the role!"
- IMDb mini biography by: Joseph Pearlman