"The only person who cares about your life is you, and the only person who's going to get you where you want to go is you."
With 30 years in the industry, I've worked in multiple roles across hundreds of productions. I started my career in London at 18 as a runner, progressing through Second AD, First AD, and Production Manager roles.
After moving to New Zealand, I became a Casting Director and Talent Agent, and founded Background Talent (BGT NZ)—the number one talent agency supplying talent for Lord of the Rings, The Hobbit, Mission Impossible, Power Rangers and many more blockbusters.
As an actress, my credits include Top of the Lake and other major productions. I've recently moved to the UK and am seeking representation. I hold British and New Zealand passports and am available to work around the world.
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Intensive, practical accent workshops for drama schools, acting classes, film/TV productions, and theatre companies worldwide.
Full-day or multi-day intensive accent workshops for acting students, covering multiple dialects and the Valentine Method.
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Join me for upcoming workshops around the world in 2026
Saturday, February 28, 2026
Workshop: "On the Spot: Switching Accents Instantly for Auditions"
11:00am - 11:45am
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March 7, 2026 · 10am - 4pm
British & American Accent Intensive at Belfast Operatic. Full-day hands-on workshop covering Standard British and Standard American accents.
Belfast Operatic, Northern Ireland
March 10, 2026 · 10am - 4pm
British & American Accent Intensive. Full-day hands-on workshop covering Standard British and Standard American accents.
Dublin (Venue TBC)
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