Robert May

Acting/Public Speaking Teacher, Consultant, Mentor and Coach

Online Writing tutor

Costa Mesa, CA

4.8 (2 reviews)

Writing expertise

Native English speaker/teacher, published author, with 50+ years professional experience in composition: creative, resume, essay, article, play-writing and curriculum development. Document editorial m...

Teaching preferences

Academic level

College, High School, Middle School


About

I am a retired, successful employee manager, teacher, published author, award-winning actor, theatrical director and producer with over 50+ years of experience in which English reading, speaking and w...


Education

Cal State Dominguez Hills

Bachelor, Theater

1989 - 1991

American Society of Training & Development (ASTD) Los Angles

Training Certification, Adult Training

1985 - 1985

Los Angeles Valley College

Associate, Theater

1980 - 1983


Experience

Author/Self-Publisher

Ingram Spark Content

Mar 2023 - present

Memoirs published 2023

Producer

Moveable Mysteries Dinners

Aug 2009 - Dec 2022

Actor

Freelance

Oct 1974 - Feb 2020

140+ credits

Actor/Director

The Gourmet Detective

Jan 1993 - Feb 2020

Comedy Dinner Theater

Director

Freelance

Jun 1988 - Jan 2020

40+ credits

Presenter/Public Speaker/Trainer

Auto Club (AAA) of Southern California

Sep 1985 - Jul 2004

Designed and rolled-out corporate initiatives to employees, taught job skills.


4.8 (2 reviews)

adaptability
4.5
clarity
5.0
communication
4.5
courtesy
4.5
expertise
5.0
punctuality
5.0
  • Wayne Mayberry

    4.5

    Drama

  • I have worked with Bob on quite a few theatrical productions as both actor and stage manager/assistant director. He has always been more than prepared for every rehearal. He has always known the material and what his plans are for each rehearsal. He is one of my favorite directors.

    Mar 28, 2024
  • Elliot Crow

    5

    Drama

  • My experience performing in Love From a Stranger, directed by Robert May, will forever be be held in my heart with deep reverence. One of my favorite exercises given to me as an actor was from Bob! He asked us to write out a backstory for our characters, as the script gave little detail to where they were from and what their lives were like beforehand. It enriched our characters in a way that made them feel truly REAL. The whole rehearsal process was so smooth and professional, while still being an absolute blast! I wish I could have continued to work with Robert, but I unfortunately had to move upstate. Anyone would be lucky to have him as a mentor/teacher/director!

    Mar 15, 2024

Stories

Studying and Learning from Hitchcock


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