COACHING

  • Unlike other coaches, with David you’re getting a coach who as a director has sat '“behind the table” in an audition room and seen what works and what doesn’t; as a professor has taught Audition Skills courses and adjudicated the college-admission process; and as a coach worked with performers of all skills and levels: students working on their college auditions, professional actors in NYC looking to book their next job, and Tony & Grammy Award winning artists preparing for their next projects.

  • That’s more than ok! David will help you learn your process for learning and refining material in a safe and friendly space. Congratulations on starting this adventure!

  • Aye aye, let’s book this thing. With David you’ll have a chance to dig deeper into the materials, memorize faster, and feel confident heading into your callback.

  • Having an audition book of songs that not only showcase your own, individual, unique talent—but also are in the different styles and genres that the casting teams will ask to see will get you ahead. David’s rich knowledge of musical theatre will point you in the right direction.

  • Each hour session on Zoom costs $100, and is payable by Venmo or Zelle. Please inquire about in-person coachings!

  • David knows the importance of learning from each other in a fun, safe, and creative environment. That’s why he created the “Broadway Audition Workshop” workshop.

Broadway: Rent, Wicked, If/Then
Film/TV: “Frozen” “Glee” “Uncut Gems”

IDINA MENZEL

“Working with David was a joy, truly. He creates a comfortable working environment and offers keen insight into scene work, timing, and overall execution.”

Emmy Award-Nominee Broadway: Oh, Mary!, Jersey Boys, The Little Mermaid, Guys & Dolls TV: “The Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt” “30 Rock”

TITUSS BURGESS

“What separates David from the billions of acting coaches is the fact that he understands what creative team members are looking for in an audition—because that’s what he does.  I’ve worked with David for years and always impressed by how fast he can unlock a scene and help actors present their best selves. David can help find the comedy, something that very few can do.”

Olivier Award-Winner West End: Zorro Broadway: Matilda, Gypsy, Dames at Sea
TV: “Minx” “Homeland”

LESLI MARGHERITA

“I’ve known David forever and he’s the real deal. I’ve seen him coach actors of all levels of experience and he’s always able to get the best out of them in a short amount of time, while keeping the room energized and fun. Go work with David!!!”

Broadway: Something Rotten, Gypsy, Wicked
TV: “High School Musical: The Musical: The Series”

KATE REINDERS

“David has an incredible gift for helping you discover and trust what’s already inside, bringing your authentic self to the material. Working with David doesn’t just prepare you for an audition or a role—it deepens your understanding of yourself as an actor and a human.”

Broadway/West End: Book of Mormon National Tour: Hello Dolly!, Legally Blonde
TV: “Uncoupled” “ Kimmy Shmidt”

NIC ROULEAU

“David Alpert is my go-to coach! His instincts for technique, brainstorming, collaboration, creativity, and gentle guidance are always spot on. I feel prepared and confident going into an audition after a session with him- last year he coached me for Tammy Faye on Broadway and I booked it!! He loves what he does and we benefit from it. You’d be so smart to hire him!!”

Broadway: Legally Blonde, Tammy Faye
National Tour: Something Rotten

AUTUMN HURLBERT

"The way David quickly analyzes material is something only an experienced director can do. He gives honest feedback, finds the FUNNY, (tricky comedy auditions, anyone?) and encourages actors to lean into their choices. He’s absolutely the kind of acting coach you want in your corner. I literally call on David for every theatre audition, and he makes it better every single time. I promise once you work with him, he’ll be the only call you make too."

TV: “Jury Duty” “Hacks” Westworld”

CASSANDRA BLAIR

“David is always my first call when I get an audition. From TV to theatre his coaching style adapts to the medium. He is an expert director who is thoughtful in his approach and offers a unique point of view.”

TV: “1923” “Lucifer” “The Mindy Project”
“Perry Mason” “S.W.A.T.”

ALEXANDRA GROSSI

"David is an insane talent and so approachable and loving in his teaching method. I went to him for a sort of acting crash course before a huge series of callbacks. He helped guide me to make strong choices, finding honesty and motivation. Thanks to his guidance, I made my Broadway debut!”

Broadway: Moulin Rouge, Jekyll & Hyde

ASHLEY LOREN

"I purposely pick David for coaching because of his strengths in storytelling. He is a master at crafting an actor's work into a clear picture that still allows their individuality. I shouldn't say much more because I selfishly want him to be my best kept secret!!"

Broadway: Bright Star, Godspell,
A Christmas Carol

HANNAH ELLESS

“David is a wonderful teacher and coach. He’s helped guide me toward material that truly represents who I am, and make my audition cuts stand out. David always helps me find high-stakes and truthful circumstances for my character, and asks thoughtful questions that lead me to discover things on my own—always leave feeling like I’ve learned something new! His ability to analyze a script, break down each scene line by line, and get to the heart of what a character needs or wants has helped me immensely in the audition room.”

National Tour: Fiddler on the Roof

EMELIE LATZER

“I met David at NYU, and he is truly one of the best coaches in the game. Not only does he provide thoughtful feedback, he makes every actor feel heard and important in every room. David’s teaching and guidance have never failed to lead me to success in this challenging industry. He truly is incredible.”

NYU Graduate

NOELLE DEFELICE

“David helped me explore every aspect of the material. By the time we finished, I had a better understanding of what I was trying to achieve and how to use everything in my toolbox to get there. He is honest and articulate, and he knows how to bring out the best in every performer.”

JANICE LANDRY

Off-Broadway: Dear Edwina