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John and Thomas Rustan
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ABOUT ME
Over the past 35 years I've coached over 350 individuals and over 70 productions. I have speech and theatre degrees from Occidental College in Los Angeles, and a PhD in theatre (with an emphasis on voice) from University of Oregon.
Along the way, I've taught most non-technical aspects of theatre and acting in high school, college and at the University of Oregon and Gonzaga University, while also working professionally as an actor, voiceover actor, and dialect coach.
I have given Dialect Workshops at many academic institutions and at university theatre conferences.
I have taught 48 distinct dialects and accents, including 15 American regional dialects, 10 British regional dialects, and many more from around the world.
A full listing of productions and the dialects I've coached may be obtained by contacting me.
Along the way, I've taught most non-technical aspects of theatre and acting in high school, college and at the University of Oregon and Gonzaga University, while also working professionally as an actor, voiceover actor, and dialect coach.
I have given Dialect Workshops at many academic institutions and at university theatre conferences.
I have taught 48 distinct dialects and accents, including 15 American regional dialects, 10 British regional dialects, and many more from around the world.
A full listing of productions and the dialects I've coached may be obtained by contacting me.
A Few Testimonials
"John is fantastic! Very concise and informative. Really helped me! I am happy!"
-Jowin Batoon, Actress, New York.
" Mr. Rustan is amazing what a pro! He helped my daughter [learn] a French Creole accent for her dramatic interpretation speech. . . she received a gold medal at the State Championships." - June Sims, proud mother.
"He has a remarkable range of dialects along with clear instructions and a great ear." -John Shillington, PhD, Santa Rosa JC
"An incredibly skilled, patient, and resourceful dialect coach. He helped me with both Canadian and Russian for a one woman show.
- Pidge Mead, Actress, San Francisco
"John’s work with our casts of Fiddler on the Roof and Cabaret took both productions to that next level of professionalism. - Elly Lichtenstein, Artistic Director, Cinnabar Theatre
"Working with John has absolutely transformed what I'm able to accomplish with my voice." -- Sierra Downey, Voiceover Student
"John helped my 13-year old daughter with auditions for Drama Schools. . . incredibly helpful . . . very approchable and friendly. She was accepted to all the schools to which she was applying. - Victoria Monfried (mother of Caroline)
"He works with people all around the world. We worked on the American accent came a long way in short period of time. He is a pro!" - Suha Alnitemez, Actor (International Student from Turkey)
"John's dialect coaching enhanced the quality of our production of Translations ..." - Joseph Gilg, University of Oregon
“John's detailed instruction and playful exercises allowed students to relax and improve quickly.” - Laura Downing-Lee, Santa Rosa Junior College
I was very pleased by his meticulous attention to detail and his amazing preparation.” - Dr. Janet Gupton, Linfield University
-Jowin Batoon, Actress, New York.
" Mr. Rustan is amazing what a pro! He helped my daughter [learn] a French Creole accent for her dramatic interpretation speech. . . she received a gold medal at the State Championships." - June Sims, proud mother.
"He has a remarkable range of dialects along with clear instructions and a great ear." -John Shillington, PhD, Santa Rosa JC
"An incredibly skilled, patient, and resourceful dialect coach. He helped me with both Canadian and Russian for a one woman show.
- Pidge Mead, Actress, San Francisco
"John’s work with our casts of Fiddler on the Roof and Cabaret took both productions to that next level of professionalism. - Elly Lichtenstein, Artistic Director, Cinnabar Theatre
"Working with John has absolutely transformed what I'm able to accomplish with my voice." -- Sierra Downey, Voiceover Student
"John helped my 13-year old daughter with auditions for Drama Schools. . . incredibly helpful . . . very approchable and friendly. She was accepted to all the schools to which she was applying. - Victoria Monfried (mother of Caroline)
"He works with people all around the world. We worked on the American accent came a long way in short period of time. He is a pro!" - Suha Alnitemez, Actor (International Student from Turkey)
"John's dialect coaching enhanced the quality of our production of Translations ..." - Joseph Gilg, University of Oregon
“John's detailed instruction and playful exercises allowed students to relax and improve quickly.” - Laura Downing-Lee, Santa Rosa Junior College
I was very pleased by his meticulous attention to detail and his amazing preparation.” - Dr. Janet Gupton, Linfield University
"Backstage" article featuring John Rustan
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