“Working with Gina gave me the confidence to do something new; but in my own way.
I am forever grateful to her for that experience.”

“Gina is my good luck charm. She and I met in 2009 working on a world premier of a new musical in which she was the director’s associate. When I first met her I was certain she was older than me. Surely she was too wise and well versed to be my age or younger. Well I was wrong.
Gina’s ability to challenge the actor to find deeper truth and meaning while creating a safe environment in which to play, is an actor’s dream. I have called upon Gina multiple times for final callbacks because I know she will bring out the best in me. Especially when I can’t see it. Book a coaching with Gina. You will be so glad you did. ”

“I have a 15 year working relationship with Gina that I treasure. What I find so impressive about Gina is her wide-ranging skillset, fitting with actors of all abilities. She works with the most seasoned professionals in the industry just as expertly as she coaches a child who is just dipping their toe into the world of acting for fun. Gina brings out honest performances and gives the confidence needed to thrive in the most innovative and visionary director’s hands.”

“Some of my most favourite moments in the studio have been watching Gina bring out the most extraordinary truth in an actor. There is no one like Gina who will work hand in hand with the actor to open up a whole other realm of possibilities and it’s so beautiful to see them both get incredibly excited. There is simply no one like Gina. ”

“I met Gina while working on Matilda on Broadway. She was my mentor, coach, and professional (and life) consultant from a very young age. Her professionalism and expertise not only prepared me for a lead role, but also as an aspiring actor, wishing to enter into this industry.
Without her, the confidence and motivation needed to persevere through performances, auditions, and life would not have been attainable for me. Her skills and direction has prepared me for a successful career and life journey.”

“I simply cannot overstate the impact that Gina has made on my career thus far.

It’s awkward to write a testimonial for someone who helped with a creative endeavor…because the result is, of course, subjective. What I want to say is: if you’ve liked any of my work since 2014, it’s due in LARGE part to the work I’ve done with Gina. If you’ve hated it all, then it’s my fault alone. I know this because I’ve seen her work with other actors. I’ve seen what she can pull from us, how she can shape her technique depending on the actor, and how she can ground us in ourselves and the character simultaneously.

I’ve come to rely on her gifts so thoroughly that she is always among my first texts after taking on a new role. I send her the material, and then we begin a series of meetings (they began in-person, moved to FaceTime, then to Zoom) where we dissect the text, map the character, make playlists, work on movement, voice, brainstorm wardrobe and backstory…whatever the role requires. Gina helps point me in the direction of true north and wanders with me until we’ve mapped the full image.

Those meetings are an absolutely crucial part of my process. They’re part-therapy, part-scene-work, part-catching up with a pal (if I’m being honest). I first worked with Gina on Peter Pan Live in 2014, when she was assisting Rob Ashford. I could immediately sense that Gina was someone who understood me and the way I worked. When I signed on to do Get Out, I immediately called upon Gina to help me build the character of Rose. And on and on, for every project I’ve done since. She’s discrete, intelligent, empathic, open-minded, creative, collaborative, compassionate, and discerning.

At this point, I wouldn’t dream of walking onto set without having prepped with Gina beforehand. I don’t recommend you do it, either.”