Maria Ricossa has been an actress for over 35 years working in film, television and theatre and has been coaching actors for almost as long.
Coaching.
Maria coaches actors for feature films, series television and theatre. She is currently the on set acting coach for the Netflix series Tiny Pretty Things.
Maria brings a wealth of experience in script analysis, audition preparation and all the technical skills need to prepare for a role. Maria challenges actors to work from themselves and move beyond the obvious choices in order to create a truly original and vivid character.
What People Are Saying
Maria comes equipped with the highest standards, a deep understanding of craft, and and an abiding capacity to penetrate the aims of every scene, beat and line. She is an empathetic and encouraging force that help actors deliver top-notch performances. In my book, you can do no better.
- Michael MacLennan, Showrunner, Tiny Pretty Things (NETFLIX)
“Whether my audition is for theatre or film and television, I know I am in good hands with Maria. Her coaching sessions are thorough no matter how big or little the part is. She mines the script for details and is perceptive in her feedback and that informs my acting choices and helps me bring myself into the world of the character.”
Tennille Read- Workin’ Moms
"Maria is the person I call when I have a big audition to prep for. She is professional, and kind. She has the ability to ask the right questions and puts you at ease the minute you walk through the door. After my first experience with her I felt confident and ready when I walked in the room and it's the reason I keep coming back to her as a coach! Thanks so much Maria!"
— Mary Elizabeth Wilcott
"Working with Maria really allowed me to crack open the inner pulp of my character. She gave me the courage and the tools to play, and delve deeply, bringing to life the relationships and souls in my work. I was able to freely explore all the messy bits and come away with a deep, internal knowing of my work and myself."
— Brittney Johnson
Acting.
Maria has been a series lead, guest star and recurring character on numerous television series, most recently in the FX series The Strain. Leading roles in feature films include The InLaws and The Space in Been. Stage roles include four seasons at the Stratford Festival. For all credits see IMBD.
