Listen.  Respond.  Be Fully Alive.

Acting, Coaching & Creative Workshops

What happens when you stop performing for approval and simply respond to what's true?

I help actors, creatives, and teams build presence, courage, and authentic connection through acting techniques, personalized coaching, and ensemble play.

Discover what's possible when you listen deeply, trust your responses, and show up fully.

Chris Harder

Let's find the right fit...

Whether you're deepening your own craft or bringing me to your team or company—here's where to start.

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Acting Classes

Meisner-based training for presence and authentic connection

  • Explore presence & a mindfulness approach
  • Express your full creative self
  • Build trust and live truthfully 
  • Engage the power of your imagination
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One-on-one coaching mentoring conversation

One-on-One Coaching

Personalized guidance with your creative process

  • Gain confidence in performance
  • Spark your creative fire
  • Clarify your vision and direction
  • Bring your story to the stage
Creative team or corporate group collaborating

Workshops for Teams

Acting techniques for bold collaboration

  • Loosen up and find your ensemble
  • Trust each other enough to take risks
  • Show up fully and really listen
  • Unlock bolder collaboration and fresh ideas
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Theatre Companies

Visiting workshops, residencies & cultural exchange

  • Host a workshop for your region
  • Train and deepen your ensemble
  • Devise and build new work together
  • Begin a lasting artistic exchange

What happens when you listen deeply and show up courageously?

“Meisner class makes me feel more alive. It teaches me more about myself and encourages a depth of awareness I have not experienced with other techniques.”

— Amy N., Actor

“You lead an awesome space.  There is a strong sense of trust and safety, which leads to courage and honesty.  It's a pretty special environment to be in.”

— Briana R., Actor

“Chris... I cannot tell you how much your Meisner training has already helped me.”

— Holly J., Writer

“One of my favorite classes. I felt safe to be myself, to make mistakes, and to take risks.  Chris' kindheartedness and humility naturally puts the class at ease.”

— Casey P., Creative

“It was my first time taking Meisner but I loved the class and I think it's going to help me so much in roles especially in film and TV.”

— Tawny E., Actor

“I've completely shocked people with the skills you helped me develop. Authentic behavior under imaginary circumstances.”

— Tim, Clinical Social Work Student

“My appreciation for your masterful ability to pull someone into experiencing creative moments that focus attention.  It allowed me to grow.”

— Mel K., Fashion Designer

“Very helpful- both for my work as an actor and on a personal level. Chris creates a safe and encouraging environment.”

— Greg P,, Actor

        
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A Creative Life

I'm Chris Harder - Actor, Director, and Certified Coach.

For over 25 years I've been performing, teaching, and coaching people to find their voice, trust themselves, and show up courageously—on stage and in life.

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Let's work together

Whether you're joining a class, exploring personal coaching, or workshops for your team...

I'd love to support your creative journey.