We host Masterclasses, special industry nights and Q&A sessions bringing together leading directors, acting coaches, casting directors, actors, and creative artists in an open-hearted community.

Join the community and learn from the best in the business, right here in Byron Bay.

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DIALECT MASTERCLASS WITH ANNA MCROSSIN-OWEN

Train with one of Australia's most sought-after Voice & Dialect Coaches in an intensive one-day masterclass focused on mastering the General American and British Accents — essential for actors working on US and UK productions here in Australia.

Anna has coached some of the biggest names in film and theatre, including Helen Mirren, Margot Robbie, Emily Mortimer, Helena Bonham Carter, Elizabeth Debicki, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Chris Pine, Jason Clarke and Sarah Snook.

Sunday 15th November - 10:30 AM - 3:30 PM

COST: $250 (inc. GST)

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UPCOMING COURSES

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DIALECT MASTERCLASS WITH ANNA MCROSSIN-OWEN
Nov 15
DIALECT MASTERCLASS WITH ANNA MCROSSIN-OWEN

Train with one of Australia's most sought-after Voice & Dialect Coaches in an intensive one-day masterclass focused on mastering the General American and British Accent, essential for actors working on US and UK productions here in Australia.

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RAW TRUTH IN PERFORMANCE WITH DIRECTOR KIM FARRANT (NOVEMBER)
Nov 23
RAW TRUTH IN PERFORMANCE WITH DIRECTOR KIM FARRANT (NOVEMBER)

An advanced masterclass for professional actors, led by acclaimed Australian film director and acting coach Kim Farrant.

Truthful acting is what pierces the heart, blindsides the audience, and expands the imagination beyond its limits. Raw Truth is the actor’s and director’s most vital pursuit.

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SEXUALITY ON SCREEN WITH DIRECTOR KIM FARRANT (DECEMBER)
Dec 1
SEXUALITY ON SCREEN WITH DIRECTOR KIM FARRANT (DECEMBER)

An immersive masterclass for professional actors and those with formal training who are ready to expand their craft through embodied, emotionally truthful work.

Raw Truth in Performance is a prerequisite because, before sexuality can be expressed truthfully on screen, it must be grounded in authenticity and safety.

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LATEST PRESS

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Kate Jaggard brings Hollywood acting secrets to Australia- BYRON BAY TIMES
Kate Jaggard brings Hollywood acting secrets to Australia- BYRON BAY TIMES

Byron Bay acting coach Kate Jaggard travelled to Sydney last weekend for a masterclass with her Hollywood mentor Ivana Chubbuck, who has trained stars including Ryan Gosling, Brad Pitt and Charlize Theron.

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Ivana Chubbuck: The Woman Behind Hollywood’s Most Influential Acting Method - THE HOLLYWOOD REPORTER
Ivana Chubbuck: The Woman Behind Hollywood’s Most Influential Acting Method - THE HOLLYWOOD REPORTER

Chubbuck’s return to Australia, almost two years in the making, was spearheaded by actor and certified Chubbuck Technique teacher Kate Jaggard, founder and director of Actors Room Byron Bay, in partnership with Acting Mastery Sydney.

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'A lot of respect for Australia': Ivana Chubbuck on her Sydney workshop and teaching actors to transcend culture and politics - IF.COM.AU
'A lot of respect for Australia': Ivana Chubbuck on her Sydney workshop and teaching actors to transcend culture and politics - IF.COM.AU

The event – her first trip to Australia in more than a decade – was held under the newly formed Acting Mastery Academy via an invitation from founder Kate Jaggard, who trained directly with Chubbuck in Los Angeles. Jaggard has since gone on to become one of only a handful of Australian acting coaches officially certified to teach the 'Chubbuck Technique'.

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Bringing Hollywood acting secrets to Byron Bay - BYRON COAST TIMES
Bringing Hollywood acting secrets to Byron Bay - BYRON COAST TIMES

Byron Bay acting coach Kate Jaggard travelled to Sydney last weekend for a masterclass with her Hollywood mentor Ivana Chubbuck, who has trained stars including Ryan Gosling, Brad Pitt and Charlize Theron.

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Byron Bay acting coach helps bring Hollywood legend Ivana Chubbuck back to Australia
Byron Bay acting coach helps bring Hollywood legend Ivana Chubbuck back to Australia
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Bringing Hollywood’s Biggest Acting Mentors to Australian Actors - FILMINK
Bringing Hollywood’s Biggest Acting Mentors to Australian Actors - FILMINK

Its first major international event, presented in collaboration with Actors Room, Byron Bay, will see legendary Hollywood acting coach Ivana Chubbuck return to Australia for the first time in a decade to present an exclusive four-day masterclass in Sydney from 5–8 August 2026.

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Whether you’re looking to book a professional studio space for photography shoots, a venue for hosting events, art shows, film screenings, corporate teaching and culture functions or a performance, production, and rehearsal space for films and plays, our versatile studio at Actors Room Byron Bay can accommodate all of your needs.

Explore our flexible booking options to find the perfect space for your creative projects.

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At Actors Room Byron Bay, we’re dedicated to nurturing talent and fostering creativity. Our offerings include world-class master acting teachers and casting director masterclasses, intimate Q&A nights with industry leaders, and unique one-on-one coaching sessions.

Join our community of creative artists and elevate your craft with us.

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We acknowledge the Arakwal people on whose land we reside in Bundjalung.

We pay our respects to the Elders past, present and emerging and extend that respect to other First Nations people. 

Always was, always will be.