Mandala Studios

Mandala Studios

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About

I have been coaching, directing and teaching for 20 years and I approach each student differently based on their needs. I lead with intention, intuition, and deep knowledge of the craft. I have a BFA from NYU's Tisch School of the Arts, and continue to take classes (and learn from my students, too).

I specialize in coaching acting and singing clients for specific auditions and callbacks, and also in preparing students for college and arts-focused high school admission auditions.

Other specialties: Acting for singers, singing for actors, and acting for dancers.

I love being part of someone's process, and experiencing each person's growth as they dig into their authentic expression and cultivate confidence in who they are as a performer.

I love how training in the performing arts does not only impart performance skills, it also gives us (or allows us to hone) skills for living our day-to-day lives. Confidence, leadership, problem solving, team work, self-reflection, making choices in the moment... it all translates to the real-world, it's just so much more fun acuqiring those skills through art :)


Highlights

Hired 2 times
1 employee
20 years in business
Serves Oakland , CA
Offers online services

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    Malia 9.

    Rana is one of my favorite Directors! She is good at teaching us acting, singing, and dancing. She makes us feel like a family. Rana is super fun. Shes super duper fun! And, shes really good at braiding hair. She braided all of our hair very fancy for the Little Mermaid shows.
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    February 16, 2020

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    Anonymous M.

    My daughter is very inspired by Rana! Shes more of the shy, quiet type and not the first to jump on the stage. Rana brought out the best in her with just the right balance of fun, artistry, and encouragement. She gained confidence, grew her musical theater skills, and above all, had the time of her life.
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    February 16, 2020

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    E. H.

    Rana integrates a full range of technical support with her critical approach to performance. Not only have I noticed a drastic improvement in bridging my head and chest voices, my approach to vocal technique has dramatically changed and my range significantly improved. She focuses on helping her students find their own voice while pushing them to explore new genres and stretch their mental and vocal limits. She is a pleasure to work with...
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    February 16, 2020

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    Heidi T.

    My son worked with Rana in preparation for several auditions, and we found her to be a terrific coach. Jesse had a lot of fun and learned a great deal in the process. Rana was enthusiastic, patient, and innovative. She understood my sons needs and was willing to try various approaches until she discovered the ones that worked. Thank you Rana for helping Jesse develop as an actor and as an artist.
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    February 16, 2020

    Frequently asked questions

    I offer a free 20-minute consultation, or a full session at a reduced rate to see if it's a good fit. I offer packages to lower the cost of each session. 

    B.F.A. from NYU's Tisch School of the Arts, and a whole lot of teaching, coaching, and directing experience!


    Services offered

    Singing
    Acting
    Voice Acting