I created You Play You because I am interested in people and their unique and nuanced personalities. You Play You is driven by empathy - understanding what other people might be feeling. Everyone has different parts to their personalities to be explored. It’s not about helping you create a new persona, but rather help you enhance your own.

Katie Sherrard, You Play You Founder

The sessions are run by myself and my team of professional working actors who have extensive experience in teaching the skills gained from the performing arts. Previous clients include Volkswagen, Florida State University, BPL, McGraw Hill and many more.

As actors we know how to modify our voices and performances accordingly, whether that be for theatre, screen, radio, outdoor amphitheatres, town halls, schools and even fields (long story!) We explore our characters and what their objectives are, and throw in a bit of fun too. We take the same approach with our clients. We want to get to know your character, its different facets and help you express them, and have fun whilst doing so.

My work as an actor has introduced me to a diverse range of cultures and experiences touring both in the UK and internationally, from Europe, to Australia, India, Bali, Malaysia and further. My craft as a Communications Skills coach has been enhanced by these experiences and given me an understanding of different attitudes and approaches to life. This is why we take time to get to know what you’re wanting to develop, so that each session can be uniquely tailored.

Everyone deserves the opportunity to get their voice heard in the way they want it to be.