BARRY PAPICK Acting Coach Expert

Service Description

Barry Papick stands out as a distinguished Acting Coach, Teacher, and Actor with a remarkable 25-year career in the entertainment industry. As one of the foremost acting coaches worldwide, Barry has made a profound impact on the craft by training and guiding actors of all levels. His recent work as the On-Set Acting Coach for Dan Pritzker's highly anticipated film "Bolden" features notable talents like Anthony Mackie and the legendary Dick Gregory, showcasing his ability to connect with and elevate actors in dynamic environments. Barry is also celebrated for his role in Universal's acclaimed film "The Express," where he collaborated closely with Director Gary Fleder to cultivate deeply authentic performances from both principal actors—such as Dennis Quaid, Charles Dutton, and Rob Brown—and day players alike. His expertise has made him one of the most sought-after studio coaches in America, having served as the On-Set Coach for three feature films last year alone. His coaching repertoire extends to prestigious television series, including "The West Wing," "The Wire," "Malcolm in the Middle," "Body of Proof," "Brothers and Sisters," "Burn Notice," and "The Originals," among many others. Additionally, Barry has been the personal On-Set Coach for notable filmmakers like Gus Van Sant and Adam Sandler's Happy Madison Productions, working with a diverse range of actors including Sean Connery, Jamie Foxx, Anna Paquin, and Lindsay Lohan, to name a few. As a versatile actor, Barry has amassed an impressive resume with appearances in over 20 feature films, 20 stage productions, and numerous episodic television shows. He is particularly known for his role as a series regular on "Swans Crossing." Recent credits include performances in "Labor Pains" alongside Lindsay Lohan, and "Lake Effects" on The Hallmark Channel, as well as guest appearances on popular series such as Showtime's "Shameless," YouTube Red's "Lifeline," and CBS's "Without A Trace." His filmography includes significant roles in Howard Stern's "Private Parts," Gus Van Sant's "Finding Forrester," and Andrew Niccol's "Simone." Barry has recently completed filming the feature "Rejourer" and pilots for Lifetime's "The Monticito Motor Club" and NBC's "The Mason Twins." Currently, Barry is the voice behind GNC's "Beat Average" advertising campaign and appears in a Head and Shoulders commercial featuring NY Giant Odell Beckham Jr. Moreover, he has ventured into writing, having penned the comedy pilot "Pearl"