

The email address and phone number of Mike have been verified.
Mike
- Rate UGX 120,684
- Response 24h
-
Students3
Number of students Mike has accompanied since arriving at Superprof
Number of students Mike has accompanied since arriving at Superprof

UGX 120,684/hr
1st lesson free
- Performing arts
Theater and Film actor here to help you unlock your unique performing talent
- Performing arts
Lesson location
Recommended
Mike is a respected member of our tutor community. He is highly recommended for his commitment and the quality of his lessons. An excellent choice to progress with confidence.
About Mike
I've worked extensively Off-Broadway and regionally both in straight plays and musicals. I'm a strong supporting role in the upcoming film "On the End" with Tim Blake Nelson (releasing 2025/2026). As a coach I've taught both in academic settings (University of North Carolina School of the Arts, American University) and with professional theater companies in NYC (Bedlam, Adult Film). I'm also honored to say that I've worked extensively teaching veterans of foreign wars in acting. When working a piece, my focus is on unlocking the actor's unique POV so that they are proud of their work and less focused on "getting it right." Here's a recent review from William Connell, who I coached for Broadway's Othello which he booked: "It’s impossible to act, let alone prepare to act, in a vacuum. Sometimes we just need a witness; someone you can trust to give you thoughts and ideas with no judgment. Someone who can challenge you to think a little deeper, maybe add a fun, new and weird little wrinkle into your choices; the kind of thing that gets you noticed, gets you back in the room, maybe gets you that job? Mike Labbadia is that guy. If you want simple, honest, direct, and maybe even a little raw, work with him.”
About the lesson
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
- +2
levels :
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Professional/Expert
Children
- English
All languages in which the lesson is available :
English
There is no "right" way to act, and especially as AI threatens to replace ALL working actors, it's essential that every performer focus less on "getting it right" and more so on using the opportunity of performance as a chance to express their most authentic selves. From a process standpoint I focus strongly on POV Acting as Reacting (a la "Actor and the Target") Understanding the stakes of a scene Discovering the "surprise" to be played in a scene Empathizing and seeing through your character's eyes. While I'm an actor with incredibly strong opinions on material, it's my goal for you to also have bold and unique choices that arise organically from you.
Recommendations
Recommendations come from relatives, friends and acquaintances of the teacher
Mike is a brilliant and subversive acting coach!! He himself is an incredibly gifted actor and has a wealth of experience and knowledge in the world of acting on stage and screen. He has a uniquely modern approach to the craft, which makes him stand out as an acting teacher who understands the industry as it is today.
Mike is an incredible actor who always turns out fantastic auditions and self-tapes. He absolutely has the tools, skills, and know-how to help take students to the next level.
Mike is an inspired artist and impassioned teacher. His approach to acting the classics is truly singular, and he shares his ideas clearly and in a way that reaches the individual student, meeting them where they are in their process. It is an approach that encourages personalization of the work and breaks down preconceived barriers between text and performer. He leads with his heart and builds students up, celebrating their talents while helping them to find their own ways to overcome obstacles in their work. He cares deeply about teaching.
Mike is the real deal. Terrific actor and wonderful teacher. And while he may have plenty to offer from his own experiences and process, he's committed to finding the unique interests and talents of the student. And *that's* the mark of a great coach. Book him to elevate your work. Seriously.
View more recommendations
Rates
Rate
- UGX 120,684
Pack prices
- 5h: UGX 603,420
- 10h: UGX 1,206,840
free lessons
The first free lesson with Mike will allow you to get to know each other and clearly specify your needs for your next lessons.
- 30mins
online
- UGX 120,684/hr
Similar Performing arts teachers in New York
-
![teacher_picture]()
Adélie
Paris 1er & Online- Ambassador
Coach in eloquence (be comfortable speaking) - eloquentia competition jury
- UGX 270,741/hr
- 1st lesson free
-
![teacher_picture]()
Lee
London & Online- Ambassador
2026 oscar nominated actor, writer, director - multiple global award winning film director, west end, film & tv actor. audition coaching & career mentoring.
- UGX 1,335,004/hr
-
![teacher_picture]()
Milly
London & Online- Ambassador
Netflix, mgm, national theatre, bbc, royal central trained and audition panellist | bespoke drama school auditions, actor training for all levels and career coaching
- UGX 373,801/hr
- 1st lesson free
-
![teacher_picture]()
Jérôme
Paris 11e & Online- Ambassador
Humor on stage: from comedy to stand-up, or how to launch your career as a comedian
- UGX 311,352/hr
-
![teacher_picture]()
Yuri
London & Online- Ambassador
Acting coach for screen, auditions and self tapes with an international working actor
- UGX 347,101/hr
- 1st lesson free
-
![teacher_picture]()
Adam
London & Online- Ambassador
Actor and director, founder of london acting studio, tutor at city academy, private tutor of writer and comedian russell kane: "brilliant acting coach – i’d found all kinds of methods of building my c
- UGX 347,101/hr
-
![teacher_picture]()
Sally
London & Online- Ambassador
Interactive and personally tailored online acting and singing training direct from a professional stage and screen actor!
- UGX 256,321/hr
-
![teacher_picture]()
Axel
London & Online- Ambassador
Amazon prime, paramount +, royal central trained pro actor offering drama school entrance coaching, acting lessons and career advice.
- UGX 213,601/hr
- 1st lesson free
-
![teacher_picture]()
Liam
London & Online- Ambassador
Professional actor & top london drama school graduate. acting for stage & screen. voice, presence, and performance mastery.
- UGX 320,401/hr
- 1st lesson free
-
![teacher_picture]()
Andrew
London & Online- Ambassador
Industry professional with over 10 years experience in the business - represented by top-tier uk & us talent - here to share knowledge and skills with those who are keen to learn!
- UGX 267,001/hr
- 1st lesson free
-
![teacher_picture]()
Andrea
Los Angeles & Online- Ambassador
Sundance award-winning producer + award-winning director + script doctor/screewriter *20+ yrs experience *teaches acting, writing for musicals, memoirs and screen, crowdfunding, navigating hollywood
- UGX 502,850/hr
-
![teacher_picture]()
Carolyn
Naples & Online- Ambassador
Professional celebrity acting coach with the expertise and industry insider experience to help you book your next role and fast-track your career in film and television.
- UGX 402,280/hr
-
![teacher_picture]()
Charlotte
London & Online- Ambassador
Ace your lamda exams with lamda trained actor, charlotte! with a 100% distinction or merit rate, i’m here to guide children and teens so they can reach their potential in their performance exams.
- UGX 213,601/hr
- 1st lesson free
-
![teacher_picture]()
Jesse
Atlanta & Online- Ambassador
Career & self-tape coaching with working actor (ghostbusters, walking dead, candy, bosch) 14+ years as a professional actor in the film & tv industry
- UGX 301,710/hr
- 1st lesson free
-
![teacher_picture]()
Artur
Icaraí (Niterói) & Online- Ambassador
Learn theater having fun and put an end to your shyness once and for all!
- UGX 79,254/hr
- 1st lesson free
-
![teacher_picture]()
Stu
New York & Online- Ambassador
𝐀𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐬 & 𝐂𝐨𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐁𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐬! want to get start acting but need help? let me show you what to do. accepting new students. 35+ years in sag-aftra
- UGX 197,117/hr
-
![teacher_picture]()
Michelle
London & Online- Ambassador
Confidence and communication coach with a background in acting and teaching. bespoke, relaxed sessions focussing on mindset, pitches, presentations, interviews, introductions, role plays…
- UGX 400,501/hr
-
![teacher_picture]()
Clemmie
London & Online- Ambassador
Gentle low-stress acting and audition coaching by theatre director with experience in the west end, shakespeare’s globe and more
- UGX 267,001/hr
-
![teacher_picture]()
Tara
Montgomery & Online- Super tutor
Graduated with honors from rutgers university with a degree in theatre, speech, communication, and english. over 30 years of producing and directing plays and musicals. ranked highly effective teacher
- UGX 341,938/hr
- 1st lesson free
-
![teacher_picture]()
Dennis
Dover & Online- Experienced
Professional director, producer, actor, with 50+ years of experience, teaches acting, voice acting, improvisation, character, script analysis, and interpersonal communication for performance and busin
- UGX 341,938/hr
- 1st lesson free
-
See Performing arts tutors




















