Robert Randall
As founder and director of the Young Actors Project, Robert Randall brings a wealth of experience and expertise to every class. Robert is a graduate of both the American Academy of Dramatic Arts and the Film and TV program at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). During his sixteen years in the film industry he’s worked as a director, writer, actor and producer - including directing the CTV drama “Whistler.” His short film “The Love Charm” earned him a Leo Award for best short drama. As an assistant director, he’s worked as the right-hand-man to some of Hollywood’s most respected directors.
Robert has a wonderful talent for working with children. As a father of three and former youth soccer coach he understands what makes kids tick. His fun approach to each class gives kids the comfort they need to fully explore their creativity and unleash their imaginations.
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Robert with his son Charlie before Charlie’s star appearance as the “Crying Baby” on the CTV show “Whistler.” He cried on cue every take.
Jullian Kolstee
Jullian Kolstee has been improvising for 8 years. He is the coach of the UBC Improv team, and director of the improv program at Carson Graham Secondary. Jullian has played in the Canadian Improv Games from 2004 to 2009, in !nstant Theatre's Conservatory, Young and Spontaneous Festival, and Next Act Festival, and is the youngest player in Vancouver TheatreSports League's Rookie League.
Drawing from his roots in improvisation, Jullian has expanded into the theatre arts as a stand-up comedian, spoken word poet, technical designer, director, and most significantly as a playwright. Recently he has directed for the Vancouver East Cultural Centre’s Ignite Festival, and has had his plays developed and read by the Vancouver Playhouse and the Arts Club Theatre Company.
Aside from the obvious creative and artistic benefits, Jullian believes his experience with improvisation from the age of 13 provided him with the life skills, social skills, and attitude to compete and succeed in any environment. His goal is to pass on this kind of experience to his students by having fun, developing courage, and being in the moment; improvisation at its core.
Robert with the cast of “The Magic Toy Box” on stage at Port Moody’s Inlet Theatre.
Photo by Rosaline Chan
