Rob Nagle is a Los Angeles based actor, teacher and acting coach.
He received a B.S. in Speech from Northwestern University.
He received a B.S. in Speech from Northwestern University.
TEACHER
Rob is a member of the teaching faculty at Theatre of Arts and The Art of Acting Studio, both in Hollywood, as well as at AMDA College for the Performing Arts - Los Angeles. He has also taught classes regularly at the Antaeus Theatre Company, where he served as the Director of the Antaeus Academy from July of 2011 until March of 2019.
"Rob embodies the spirit held aloft as an ideal by my late-great theater teacher, Herbert Berghof... On the walls of the H.B Studio, Herbert had framed a favorite quotation of his late-great theater teacher Max Reinhardt, 'I believe in the immortality of the theatre…it is a joyous place for all those who secretly put their childhood in their pockets and ran away to play to the end of their days.'" Alexandra Napier - An Academy Interlude: Mother & Daughter
"...not only is Rob a phenomenal human; he’s a well-rounded, passionate, knowledgeable, empathetic teacher. With each class, he brought his own humanity and humility. He created an atmosphere of mutual respect and trust and a space to be unafraid. He facilitated a community." Danielle Thorpe - An Academy Interlude: PULL it, sir
"...our beloved moderator, Rob Nagle, is always there with a firm but gentle push to go further, go deeper into these iconic scenes that are suddenly brand new, and make them our own. And so we try, and we fail, and we try again – and we don’t crumble. We grow. And it’s that lifeline of support and strength from Rob and from each other that draws us through into moments of brilliance." Stefanie Ogden - An Academy Interlude: The Strangeness of Williams
Rob is a member of the teaching faculty at Theatre of Arts and The Art of Acting Studio, both in Hollywood, as well as at AMDA College for the Performing Arts - Los Angeles. He has also taught classes regularly at the Antaeus Theatre Company, where he served as the Director of the Antaeus Academy from July of 2011 until March of 2019.
"Rob embodies the spirit held aloft as an ideal by my late-great theater teacher, Herbert Berghof... On the walls of the H.B Studio, Herbert had framed a favorite quotation of his late-great theater teacher Max Reinhardt, 'I believe in the immortality of the theatre…it is a joyous place for all those who secretly put their childhood in their pockets and ran away to play to the end of their days.'" Alexandra Napier - An Academy Interlude: Mother & Daughter
"...not only is Rob a phenomenal human; he’s a well-rounded, passionate, knowledgeable, empathetic teacher. With each class, he brought his own humanity and humility. He created an atmosphere of mutual respect and trust and a space to be unafraid. He facilitated a community." Danielle Thorpe - An Academy Interlude: PULL it, sir
"...our beloved moderator, Rob Nagle, is always there with a firm but gentle push to go further, go deeper into these iconic scenes that are suddenly brand new, and make them our own. And so we try, and we fail, and we try again – and we don’t crumble. We grow. And it’s that lifeline of support and strength from Rob and from each other that draws us through into moments of brilliance." Stefanie Ogden - An Academy Interlude: The Strangeness of Williams
"Rob Nagle is fantastic to work with. I'm instantly comfortable around him. With Rob's coaching I booked one of my dream roles at a regional theatre! His coaching is specific, intelligent, exploratory, generous, honest, fun, ... need I go on? I couldn't recommend Rob more!" Rona Benson
"After working with Rob, not only did I feel completely focused and confident in my choices, but I was actually really excited about going to the audition. He reminds you you're not just out to get the job, you're there to play." Meredith Bishop
"Rob is an actor's coach. He's as much about the process of discovering the character as he is about the final audition product. He gets me to play a role during the audition, not audition for a role. He's fantastic." Matthew Bohrer
"When I have an important audition, I call Rob right away. I know he'll help me find unique, interesting, playable choices, and I'll be able to put my best foot forward, feeling confident and totally prepared. Rob is sensitive, caring, insightful and a complete mensch. With Rob you're in great hands." Bill Brochtrup
"I love working with Rob. He always meets me where I am, and he asks for what I need. He has no ego when it comes to teaching, and always puts process on the same level as outcome. He doesn't teach The Nagle Method; he teaches how to recognize patterns in ourselves and what they come across as to an audience. He makes me feel taken care of, and like I can take risks. His comprehensive knowledge of theater and history helps place characters and dialogue in context, and the lessons always continue even after coaching sessions are over." Cameron Daxon
"Rob Nagle is a total icon. Whether he is on stage or teaching he finds ways to connect you to the world in question. As a coach he takes the time to help you find how you can individually connect to each character no matter how small or big. He always provides insight that leads to the most interesting and exciting discoveries. He is my ultimate go to for all my coaching. And my ultimate inspiration." Shalom DeSota
"I’ve never walked into an audition with more focus, sense of play, and excitement. Rob has an incredible actor's instinct and a ferocious curiosity. It isn’t as much about 'making interesting choices,' as it is about coloring in the text with your own experience, trusting it, and remembering to play. Rob constantly reminds me of that and I always leave our session with tremendous confidence and an eagerness to surprise myself." Daniel Dorr
"I love getting coached by Rob cause he's currently auditioning and working. He helps me look at the material in a new way and build off my strengths. He's supportive and makes me feel confident in my abilities, which is crucial in auditioning. And no matter how busy he is he'll make time to coach me." Kandis Erickson
"Rob is great to work with as a coach - he makes the whole process of preparing for an audition fun and collaborative, helps you with every detail of the script, and is patient and caring - he has extensive knowledge when it comes to language, and can help you with any text ranging from television and film to Classical Theatre - so you really can't do better than Rob when it comes to your audition prep!" Karianne Flaathen
"Whether in an individual coaching session or a class setting, Rob creates a safe and energetic creative space. He gets you outside your comfort zone COMFORTABLY! Even though he’s extremely busy (as he is quite the hot commodity in LA’s film and theater scene!), he has never turned down a coaching session. I always come out of a class or coaching feeling energized, excited, confident, and much more at ease with the material thanks to Rob’s warmth and attentiveness. Plus he has an adorable pug named Houston." Madison West
"I felt instantly comfortable with Rob. He is always willing and available to help. He has a playful way of breaking down those terrifying walls of having to audition. He builds your confidence and joyfully forces you to think outside the box, helping you create so many different choices that you may have never thought of on your own. Rob is such a great coach, he keeps things simple and light. I always leave feeling confident and prepared." Gloria Govan
"Rob Nagle is a captivating individual, and is simply of those people that everyone loves! The energy he radiates is warm, welcoming and from a place of love and understanding; which are all things that carry over into his work! Whether you have the privilege of working with Rob or being his friend, you can guarantee the space you occupy with him his a judgement free zone where you are heard, seen, and cared for immensely. This safe space is what really enables you to jump in full force without the fear of 'failure.' Better yet, Rob will encourage you to fail until you find what works for you, and this is most likely why I see so many of his students, including myself, making breakthroughs in their work. Whether I am trying to get ready for an audition for popular steaming service, a Shakespeare play, or something composed of dark material that is difficult to dive into, Rob is a phenomenal teacher for all and any material your present him with. He teaches those around him to approach your work from a place of tenderness, love, and zero judgement; No matter how big, small, cruel, and kind your role may be. You learn to ditch the need to put on a performance with Rob, where he helps you mold your work into a tangible, breathing human being that people are hungry to see and hear the story of. The way Rob navigates you through your work is hard to describe (so I hope this helps you get an idea), but it’s truly something magical once you’re in the zone with him. I couldn’t recommend someone better to work with." Jessica Hill
"Rob Nagle is one of the best teachers I’ve ever had. He’s very inspiring, not only because he’s a great actor himself, but also because he encourages you to think, analyse and feel on your own and then express it in a healthy way. He’s extremely knowledgable when it comes to plays and he makes you wanna go home and read a new one every night. He make you feel safe in the room and he creates a very calm and creative environment. Everybody should have a teacher like Rob." Ronja Koepke
"When working with him on an audition, Rob has this very unique ability to hone in on the slightest spark of an instinct within my work that I might not even have realized was there in the first place. He then patiently coaxes those little 'nuggets' of a character, guiding them into stronger and bolder choices that really make the scene fly. In the end, I always feel as though I have a very confident grasp of what I want and need to accomplish in the audition room. Rob is continuously encouraging me to keep digging deeper and discovering the layers of the character's story, until before I know it, I forget that I'm working on an audition in the first place. An hour coaching with Rob is really an hour spent playing in the world of this character that already lives within myself. He just makes it so damn fun to play." Kate Maher
"Coaching with Rob is such an asset to my acting!! He takes the time to bring the very best out of you, and readies you for any audition!!" Chris Prascus
"Rob Nagle's coaching allows you to bring your most authentic, beautifully crafted performance into the room. I walked in with a clear mind and confidence and got superb feedback. His coaching unleashes the best version of you." Tuffet Schmelzle
"When someone wants to learn how to drive, they learn from someone who drives. So why would you ever learn acting from anyone other than someone who is a working professional actor? That's what I love about Rob; He is the real deal and has numerous credits to show it. Not only is Rob one of the nicest people you will ever meet, he is extremely talented and he 'gets' it. He gets the business, he gets the audition process, and most importantly he gets the actor. He is on your side and will teach you how to get up when you get knocked down. Rob let's you bring your own uniqueness to a role and uses it to always get the best performance out of you. When you say, 'One more time,' Rob happily smiles and reads the 105th read with you as if it were the first." Brooke Anne Smith
"I'm so grateful I have Rob to go to when I have an audition. He breaks the script down so it makes complete sense. He helps in making interesting, smart choices creating layers & making the scene come to life. After working with him I feel much more at ease with the material and confident about the audition." Jennifer Swirtz
"...after watching Rob's spontaneous and specific work time and time again, I decided to work with him as a coach because, quite simply, I wanted to know how he does it. He walks you through the text and sheds clarity on every moment in a script. He helps you personalize and understand where the character lives in you - not an idea of a character or someone else's version, but your own. He is patient and encouraging, and has the added gift of a director's eye. Rob keeps the work simple and truthful, and it has been enormously helpful to me. I am constantly learning about acting and life whenever he's around." Jeanne Syquia
"Rob is the best kind of coach. He's knowledgable and thoughtful; compassionate and insightful. The last piece I worked with him got me a callback. I always look forward to our sessions -- the guy really knows his stuff, y'know?" Danielle Thorpe
"The things I love about working with Rob are that he uses easy-to-understand language, he always seems to find hidden intentions and motivations in the text, and he gives much-needed practical advise on auditioning, dos and don'ts and how to successfully navigate the murky waters of Hollywood. It never feels like work with Rob; it feels like two friends getting together and having a great time." Jeorge Bennett Watson
"...one of the few individuals in this industry that 'gets it,' without pretense or convoluted dissection of The Craft. His approach is simple but deeply effective in anchoring the actor in the essence of the scene/story... Afterward, I would feel empowered and confident before walking into that otherwise potentially daunting room. He makes the process fun and allows me to 'borrow' his instincts... Rob is my go-to guy for immediate results when it comes to acting as an art. He gets the ethics, the humor, the creativity, and does it with an infectious joy. Very simply, Rob Rocks!!" Natashia Williams
MASTER CLASSES
conducted master classes in Scene Study & Audition Technique for the theatre departments of the following schools of higher education:
conducted master classes in Scene Study & Audition Technique for the theatre departments of the following schools of higher education:
Appalachian State University
Butler University
University of California, Los Angeles
California State University, Long Beach
University of Colorado, Boulder
University of Florida
George Mason University
University of Kansas
Luther College
University of Maryland
University of North Carolina, Asheville
University of North Carolina, Wilmington
Occidental College
Pepperdine University
Pomona College
University of South Carolina, Aiken
University of Southern California
University of Utah
Washington College
Weber State University
Butler University
University of California, Los Angeles
California State University, Long Beach
University of Colorado, Boulder
University of Florida
George Mason University
University of Kansas
Luther College
University of Maryland
University of North Carolina, Asheville
University of North Carolina, Wilmington
Occidental College
Pepperdine University
Pomona College
University of South Carolina, Aiken
University of Southern California
University of Utah
Washington College
Weber State University
MODERATOR
moderates classes for the Antaeus Academy of the Antaeus Theatre Company, as well as for Sylvia Gregory Casting.
moderates classes for the Antaeus Academy of the Antaeus Theatre Company, as well as for Sylvia Gregory Casting.
ARTS EDUCATION
participates in outreach programs with the Antaeus Theatre Company -- partnered with Center Theatre Group & the Annenberg Foundation for outreach programs to the Los Angeles Unified School District.
participates in outreach programs with the Antaeus Theatre Company -- partnered with Center Theatre Group & the Annenberg Foundation for outreach programs to the Los Angeles Unified School District.