Start the Work
Be heard clearly,
land the presentation,
communicate your ideas,
win people to your cause,
put folks at ease.
Upcoming workshops:
— Asheville, NC — Speak The Speech: A workshop exploring the power of finding and using your authentic voice. July 13th, 2025.
— Atlanta, GA: TBD
Check back soon or subscribe below for more info.
Recent workshops include:
— Guilford College, October 2024
— Minneapolis, MN: July 14th at The Guthrie Theater
— Willie was the Voice Coach for Venture Shakespeare’s
HAMLET: A Play in 100 Minutes, August 2024
Frequently Asked Questions
Individual Coaching
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Certain exercises will be more relevant to some than others, based on need, but the basics are the same for everyone: ultimately, speaking well is speaking well.
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All you need to bring is yourself and your breath. After introductory classes, memorized text may be required for practicing techniques.
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Please inquire.
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Based on need; 90 minutes is typical.
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The first session serves as a good indicator of our fit as student and teacher; continuing, it depends on your goals, but a minimum of four additional sessions is typical. We can continue as long as sessions are mutually beneficial.
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Let’s chat! I’d love to help you find the right fit.
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Although I prefer to coach in person, it is possible to do virtual sessions; message me for more info. Also, I am willing and able to travel.
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Cash, check, and Venmo.
Willie’s Venmo is @WRepoley
Group Classes
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Not only do you get to interact with other people who are as serious about the work as you are, you have the opportunity to learn by both participation and observation. Plus, it’s likely going to be cheaper.
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You will work on exercises on your own as well as with classmates. As you observe each others’ process, you will improve in real time through feedback, adjustment, and practice.
Each student will receive individualized attention and instruction. Through the invaluable combination of individual and group work, you will discover what the next step is for you personally, and work to progress in the way that makes the most sense for you. -
Advanced courses will usually require introductory classes as prerequisites. Exceptions may be possible in some cases.
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Although there is little assigned homework per se, this class will be what you make of it: the more you use the techniques, the quicker you will gain the skills and the longer they will remain accessible to you.
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Currently, classes are only offered in person, and I am willing and able to travel.
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Yes—let’s chat!