Welcome to Les Chantery Studio
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WITH LES CHANTERY
ABOUT
Les Chantery is one of the most sought-after screen acting coaches in the world today. A graduate of NIDA—the National Institute of Dramatic Art, Australia’s most prestigious training ground for actors (whose alumni include Cate Blanchett, Baz Luhrmann, and Sarah Snook)—he combines classical training with a fearless, modern approach to on-camera performance.
Les holds a Bachelor of Economics from the University of Sydney and brings a rare fusion of performance, psychology, and behavioural science to the craft of acting. His coaching draws on neuroscience, behavioural economics, and cutting-edge communication strategies, helping actors break out of old habits and deliver performances that are magnetic, undeniable, and unforgettable.
He’s the author of two #1 Amazon bestsellers:
Life in a Mid-Shot
The Dangerous Actor (released in 2025 and hit #1 across multiple categories within hours of launch)
WATCHABLE. FEELABLE. UNFORGETTABLE.
COURSES
Transform the way you approach self tapes, auditions, and screen acting with practical, science-backed tools.
Masterclass
The Masterclass is designed to radically transform the way you approach self tapes, auditions and screen acting, giving you practical tools that elevate every performance.
Private Coaching
Personalised coaching built around your next opportunity. Designed around one goal: helping you put down the strongest self-tape of your career.
Ongoing Series
Our most in-demand class. This exclusive, invitation-only monthly series is open to actors who have completed the 3-Day Masterclass. Every week you'll develop a new acting tool and keep your craft evolving long after the Masterclass ends.
4-week-online-masterclass
This 4-week Masterclass will equip the professional actor with cutting-edge and proven self-taping/auditioning skills and techniques.
TESTIMONIALS
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JACOB ELORDI
FRANKENSTEIN, SALTBURN, EUPHORIA
Where could one start when describing work with Les Chantery. A cunning and inspired teacher full of ferocity and heart. I Remember being constantly disheartened, class after class, workshop after workshop, feeling like nobody understood the passion I had in my belly for this craft… Until I stepped into Les’s classroom. An innovative teacher and friend who demands curiosity and chastises the mundane. He let me know that it was okay to really CARE about this work, Not just okay but imperative that one does care. To live it and breathe it, To be bold and kick down the door of every room you walk into. I booked my first movie while taking Les’s class and I haven’t had a moment to look back since. To curiosity and to giving a damn! Thank you sir!
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GERALDINE VISWANATHAN
MIRACLE WORKERS, BAD EDUCATION, BLOCKERS,
I met Les in his workshop and, honestly, I haven’t stopped working. He will invigorate your spirit and remind you why acting and even self tapes are fun! There was a noticeable difference in my acting, audition technique and attitude after doing Les’ class. I have done a lot of classes and workshops in Sydney and LA and his teachings are the most practical and useful for me. He is not only a brilliant acting coach/mentor, but also a wonderful, generous and wise person. His classes are bulls**t free and un-intimidating. I cannot recommend him enough.
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JOSH HEUSTON
DUNE: PROPHECY, HEARTBREAK HIGH, GQ BREAKTHROUGH ACTOR OR THE YEAR
The teacher that helped it all click. Innovative, curious and generous are a few words to describe Les Chantery. After stepping into his workshop I never looked back and he’s always been a phone call away ever since. Les helped me secure my first role and numerous roles after that, he welcomes diving into the work and pushed me to fight for it without hesitation or insecurity. Thank you man!
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MIA HEALEY
THE WILDS
Les completely changed the way I approach my craft. He’s a guru that has always remained one phone call away. He has a fresh, curious and daring attitude towards every scene and is able to find the depth to every character. He’s the most generous tutor when it comes to passing along his knowledge. Ever since I started working with Les I have been recommending him to every actor I know. He was able to bring me down to earth, step outside of myself and attack every opportunity that comes my way with confidence.
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SAM CORLETT
VIKINGS: VALHALLA, CHILLING ADVENTURES OF SABRINA, THE DRY
Expansive. Rebellious. Igniting. These are words I’d use in attempt describe the ineffable experience it is to work with Les. Whilst supporting you with the wisdom of the greats, Les welcomes the actor to explore new frontiers of their humanity and encourages a willingness to fearlessly offer all of themselves to the moment. To have an opinion. To be soulful. To be playful. To be dangerous. To be real. Without Les’ infectious passion and deep curiosity, I know, I would not be the actor I am today. You’re a gift mate. I’m deeply grateful.
