train with larryjean

larryjean powell has been teaching and coaching actors for over a decade, guiding clients into series regular positions, lead roles in major motion pictures and acclaimed indie films, standout guest stars, co-star appearances, and powerful theatre performances.

their clients have booked roles across all major networks and streamers, including Netflix, Hulu, FX, CBS, Amazon, Disney, BET+, and more. larryjean has also served as an on-set coach for entire seasons of television and is adjunct faculty at the USC School of Dramatic Arts.

in larryjean, students/clients don’t just find a teacher/coach—they find a mentor, a working artist, and a well-connected guide who truly sees them.

“as a seer and mentor to many, larryjean is an expert in getting people to tell the truth and make bold, playful choices.” — xosha roquemore (Forever, Captain America: Brave New World, The Mindy Project, Precious)

IN-PERSON ON-GOING (LA, CA, USA):

WEEKLY Class | FUN, deep, Rigorous Scene Study

Join larryjean powell for on-going scene study acting classes in Los Angeles. This transformative course is known for years for helping actors unlock truth, technique, and their unique artistic power.

Monday Nights 6pm–10:30pm
In-Person Los Angeles! (Hollywood Area)
Real work, real breakthroughs, real growth.

Description
this class is for actors ready to go deeper. rooted in scene study, it focuses on accessing and bringing the true you to the work. across genres, the class explores truth, technique, and the deeper talent that lives beyond the surface. you’ll tap into your higher talent—your superpower, your special sauce. find it, learn how to work it, and then let it work for you. this class functions like a drop-in gym. each session begins with an opening lecture/story from larryjean—part sermon, part confessional ha. after that, we dive into scene work. those signed up for the night get coached in front of the group. you’ll either be paired with another student currently enrolled or you can bring your own scene partner, material to work on (for an audition, etc).

Mondays — 6pm-10:30pm (pst).

all payments are non-refundable. payment plans available**

what clients, students, fellow artists are saying:

“larryjean is an absolute genius and a visionary beyond their years. it’s been an honor seeing their magic on stage. the sheer brilliance they pour into other actors through their direction is incomparable. work with them ASAP.” — danielle pinnock (Ghosts, Candy Cane Lane)

“LARRYJEAN?! A legend! Not only did I snag the series regular role after their coaching, but I also leveled up my artistry. They have this magical way of syncing with your soul and helping you to pull out your authentic self like no other. They are all about unleashing the real YOU, then equipping you with the tools to keep that fire burning even after your sessions. because they get it. they’re one of us. 10/10 would recommend!” -ua

“What James Baldwin is to language and liberation, larryjean is to transformational acting spaces. As someone who has taken many acting classes most of her life, I’ve never experienced a class like theirs. Their work has helped me break down internal barriers and step fully into my authentic self as an actor. larryjean builds community and connection in a way that is rare and necessary in this industry. I’m endlessly grateful for their guidance and presence in my journey. They are supportive, considerate, intentional, professional, knowledgeable, and all around a blessing to be in company with.” - tk carlton (poet.filmmaker.powerhouse)

“larryjean is a true talent and an incredible mentor. their background as an actor/writer, and overall understanding of the craft allow them to guide your growth with a big-picture perspective, while still fine-tuning the nuances in your work. i always felt more confident after working with them.”
— chibuikem uche (One of Us Is Lying, The Tomorrow War)

“larryjean’s beautiful work ethic and deep dedication to the craft is evident in everything they do. their presence, precision, and spirit are a great inspiration.”
— lakeith stanfield (The Changeling, Haunted Mansion)

"larryjean is a force, a brilliant light that shines in what ever avenue that inspires. I have had the pleasure of working with them on a few projects, and have been lucky to experience their abundant artistry, and honest passion for digging deep in unearthing the guts, and roots of the work. they are a rare breed of artists who are truly in this game to uncover the truth, and won’t stop until they find it.” -aria alpert-adjani

“larryjean—my big sibling—is an ally and a champion of the authentic, spiritual, and socially resonant art and world i so seek to exist in. they are a sensation on stage and screen. any artist would benefit tremendously from crossing paths with them. i know i have.”
— jonathan majors (Creed III, Magazine Dreams)

“Working with larryjean was a crash course in authentic and playful storytelling. They bring such a sense of comfort and ease into the room—it permeates everything and everyone, creating a space where that energy can reflect right back. I highly recommend!” -makeda m. declet

“larryjean is a force on the stage and off. they are a multi-talented actor, director and artist in general. to watch them work is a masterclass in itself. they approach everything with love and authenticity and are a truly gifted artist. larryjean is just the best!” -esparanza america (This Fool, The Coyote)

“larryjean. A friend. A teacher. An artist. A mentor. Someone who challenges you to truly become the highest version of everything you say you are. Their classes hold space for every individual to grow and learn at their own pace, offering an atmosphere to play and create no matter where they are in their artistic journey.”  -Jaedyn Givens (the future. recently accepted into his dream university after working with larryjean! HU!)

About larryjean powell (theirs)

as an award-winning theatre actor, they have premiered fierce new plays like the christians by lucas hnath, the legend of georgia mcbride by matthew lopez, father comes home from the wars by suzan-lori parks, brokeology by nathan louis jackson, while i yet live by billy porter, curve of departure by rachel bonds, seared by theresa rebeck, the flower thief by pia wilson, bronzeville by aaron woolfolk and tim toyama, and many seasons at the obie-winning fire this time festival.

most recently they were seen on stage at pasadena playhouse’s production of cyrano as ligniere.

a two-time ovation award nominee, three-time naacp theatre award nominee, san francisco bay area theatre award nominee, two-time LA drama critics circle award winner, and an audelco and audie award nominee.

most recently on screen, they’ve portrayed rick james on mgm+’s hotel cocaine opposite mark feuerstein + danny pino, and directed by academy award winner guillermo navarro. the iconic leimert park vendor in calmatic’s white men can’t jump opposite jack harlow. shannon in the acclaimed short written by terrance daye and directed by adriane mccray, when offered wind, starring opposite fellow emmy nominee carl clemons-hopkins, and chauncey jenkins on bet+’s 3x emmy nominated tv sitcom, the ms. pat show.

as a writer, they’re the recipient of the 2021 iama theatre company shonda rhimes unsung voices playwriting award, 2020 cornelia street playwriting award, and are an inaugural 2021 circle of confusion writers discovery fellow.

their play the gaze, a 2021 o’neill npc finalist, is also an award-winning digital series: a two-time 2021 daytime emmy award nominee, 2021 webby award honoree, and 2021 micheaux film festival’s best comedic digital series winner. 2023 micheaux film festival winner for their film strong friend, let go.

they wrote/directed/starred in/produced their debut experimental feature mother’s milk: a film quilt which won the 2021 seattle international film festival’s new american cinema special jury prize and was an official selection at the 2021 pan african film festival.

currently a staff writer/exec story editor for five seasons on the 3x emmy-nominated tv sitcom the ms. pat show, and a director of the 2023 audie award-winning audio drama of pipeline by dominique morisseau. you can watch their work at larryjean.com/stream/videos.

adjunct lecturer at USC’s school of dramatic arts. carnegie mellon school of drama grad.