Bronwyn Doebbeling
I’ve been lucky enough to work with some incredible students, some of whom reached the NSDA Final round. My first year coaching at Stuyvesant H.S. I qualified nine students to nationals and coached three New York State champions, as well as three NCFL National semifinalists.
My approach to forensics is rooted in the belief that every student has a unique story to tell.
I am a classically-trained professional actor and the Speech coach for Stuyvesant H.S. in New York City. I have my Master’s degree from the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art (LAMDA), where I also earned a certification for teaching public speaking/performance to students ages 8+.
Coaching Style
I work with students on their level to determine what will best serve their growth as a scholar, speaker, and performer. I provide focused coaching in acting, vocals, and blocking with an emphasis on safe performance practices. No student should have to sacrifice their voice or their physical well-being to be competitive.
My coaching focuses on empowering students to tell the stories they want to tell, helping them to feel safe taking the creative risks that make them stand out, both in competition and in life.
Coaching Philosophy
I work with students on their level, meeting them where they are and using their own natural instincts to guide them towards their most authentic performance. My goal is to foster a collaborative environment rooted in trust and exploration, helping them to feel safe taking the creative risks that make them stand out, both in competition and in life.
Specialized Areas of Expertise
Acting
Deep character development and stage presence training derived from classical professional acting methodologies.
Voice
Refining vocal resonance, clarity, and articulation to build a powerful and persuasive oratorical foundation.
Ballot Breakdowns
Data-driven analysis of competitive results to refine specific technical elements and meet circuit expectations.
Mental Strategies
Psychological resilience training to manage high-stakes competition anxiety and maintain elite performance focus.