“In one hour I learned more from you than I did with the three day workshop on public speaking they made us attend at work.”
– S. Miller, Global Digital Brand Director, Nike Golf
If you are looking for a 5 star professional public speaking coach, acting coach or classes in the Portland, Oregon area, welcome. Barbara Kite has been coaching top professionals, major corporations, and actors in Portland since 1990.
“Your coaching is helping me find my authentic voice, so I can communicate effectively, using language, tone and style of speech that fit my personality. I’ve noticed a direct impact from our training sessions in my on-camera work, helping me develop as a professional. I would highly recommend working with you to anyone who can!” – Katrina Sarson, Oregon Art Beat co-host, OPB
To discuss options, goals, and how you’d like to develop your skills, call (503) 423-7437 or send an email to barbara@barbarakite.com.
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Wow! You don’t know what you don’t know. Barbara has a lifetime of experience and knowledge on the subject and it was very obvious she is passionate about helping others achieve their goals. Her approach is what you would expect from a coach, challenging you not coddling you. Making you reach inside yourself to see if you really have what it takes to be great. Her content is so dense, in just a few hours with Barbara and you will have a month of practice material and a whole new outlook on how you approach public speaking. I highly recommend anyone looking for a great teacher & coach contact Barbara!”
Locations
The Monday evening Mastery of Acting class is held at Katie O’Grady Fields’ The NW Studio on NW Glisan St.
1633 NW Glisan St, Portland OR 97209
A Showcase of Select Shorts
Take a peek at what the members of the Mastery of Acting Workshop presented to industry members, family, and friends.
Listen to Barbara’s interview on KBOO-FM
Barbara Kite appeared on KBOO’s the Bread and Roses program – BE WELL WITH DELLA.
Della Rae and Barbara discuss the topic: “WHY WE HIDE”
You can check out the program here: WHY WE HIDE [from the KBOO Program Archive]
Watch scene and monologue work performed by actors from Barbara’s on-going Mastery of Acting Workshop. [view Monologues]
Which Speakers Do You Admire?
They share traits we all have, but many overlook. What it takes to be a Great Speaker might already be in your wheelhouse. Click a picture below to discover more.
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About Barbara Kite
I am someone who is passionate about, and totally committed to, coaching speakers and actors in mastering the art of communication through acting skills. With nearly 30 years experience, I create a safe and challenging space in which all can develop their skill. Whether you are connecting with an audience through a play or a presentation, I will help you make that connection genuine, moving, and memorable. Results In Their Own Words
Julia Thompson,City of Portland Bureau of Planning and Sustainability
What did you hope to gain from Barbara's Workshop?
"I hoped to find an alternative approach for my staff to get out of their heads, think on their feet, and grow as better public speakers so they can get our message across. I was attracted to her approach of using acting skills to improve speaking because it tackles the real barriers that block us from being effective speakers ...
...my staff came back really excited and wanted to do more. They really liked her style." read more