Andy is a highly regarded acting coach of over thirty years’ experience, and is author of the internationally acclaimed Acting Shakespeare’s Language (Oberon Books, UK)   

He is available for one-on-one coaching with professional and student actors. TO BOOK A SESSION click here

In LONDON, he has taught at RADA (for many years, on the auditioning panel), at Rose Bruford, The Actors’ Centre and at Shakespeare’s Globe.

In DUBLIN, he has taught with the Gaiety School of Acting, Trinity College, University College and his own Classic Stage Ireland Acting Studio.

In MONTREAL, at the National Theatre School of Canada.

Professional actors

Andy works regularly with professional actors preparing for a role or an audition, or who wish to work on speeches/scenes to keep their skills well-tuned. 

Student actors

He is experienced in preparing classical and contemporary audition pieces with those applying for drama schools. 

SOME RESPONSES TO ANDY’S TEACHING

‘No matter whether you are a novice or a seasoned performer, Andy skilfully identifies for each individual the keys to bringing their performance to the next level. His expertise and understanding of how to perform Shakespeare and other classical texts are rare and exceptional and his ability to bring forth the hidden magic of modern text remarkable. Myself and other students have often spoken amongst ourselves of how exciting and life changing working with Andy has been.’   Rosemary O’Loughlin, Actor

‘I received enormous benefit from attending Andy’s classes over a two year period. He is a true “Man of the Theatre” keen to pass on his knowledge and experience to all who wish to follow this noble vocation. Thorough physical preparation breathing exercises was a sine qua non. HIs love of classical theatre and language always shone through but more contemporary work was embraced with equal enthusiasm.’ Padraic McGinley, Actor

‘I have worked regularly with Andy both in his “Shakespeare Acting the Text” classes as well as in individual private classes in preparation for roles.

I have found my work with him to be enormously stimulating, satisfying and enlightening. He has made Shakespeare both accessible, engaging, and enjoyable for me.

A fundamentally important aspect of my work has been my own journey of personal learning and discovery as an actor. Andy has greatly assisted me here too.’ Eugene McCarthy, Actor

‘Andy’s workshops and 1-to-1 classes were invaluable, both in helping me prepare for specific auditions and more broadly in deepening my understanding of performing classical or modern text. Andy has a knack for de-mystifying Shakespeare, making the language accessible and real. His breadth of experience means you can trust his insight and his warmth and the atmosphere of non-judgement and encouragement he creates make him a great teacher.’ Nathan Gordon, Actor 

‘I have attended Andy Hinds’s acting classes for a number of years and I can only speak highly and enthusiastically about his approach to teaching the craft of acting, especially Shakespeare and the classics.  His knowledge and insight has helped me to a greater understanding and appreciation of the richness of Shakespearian and classical text and the complexity of the roles I was preparing for.‘

‘He has given me renewed encouragement in preparing my own one woman play by working deeply and intensively on creating and developing the central character and helping me see her in a new way.’ Hedda Kaphengst, Director, Klawitter Theatre Group