LVS COACHES
Lorraine Lawson
CEO, Founder of Lawson Vocal Studios Inc.
SPECIALTIES: Contemporary Vocal & Performance Coaching, Artist Development, Vocal and Stage production
As one of the most successful coaches in North America, Lorraine is privileged to be the Vocal Coach for CTV’s ‘The Launch' and Season 5 of the hit show ‘Schitt’s Creek’. Other clients include Grammy nominee Kai, dance sensation; Blake McGrath, Canadian superstars Roy Woods (OVO), Kira Isabella, Scott Helman (Warner). She also works with Musical Theatre and TV Actors such as Ian Lake, Brenton Thwaites and Emily Hampshire.
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Deemed “Canada’s Mariah Carey” by the National Post, Lorraine has released three critically-acclaimed jazz and pop albums, countless dance singles, radio jingles, and has performed all over the world.
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Lorraine is the proud founder of Lawson Vocal Studios where she is able combine her years of experience coaching, recording and performing. She is committed to providing singers with innovative programming and achieving exceptional results.
Irina Bobrow
Pop, Musical Theatre, Performance, Confidence
Irina is a singer/songwriter, actress, and dancer who made her professional debut at the age of 8 years old with the National Tap Dance Company of Canada. She has lived and worked in LA where she studied acting at The Lee Strasberg Institute as well as with Emmy Award winning actor, Jeffrey Tambor.
Her passionate journey then led her to Nashville for 6 years where she collaborated with other songwriters. She has performed at Vanderbilt Children’s Hospital and brought excitement and joy as she sang and helped the kids write their own songs. Irina understands how important it is to follow your dreams and your heart!
Jeni Walls
Audition Prep, Musical Theatre, VO, Acting
SPECIALTIES: Musical Theatre, Voice Over Acting, Audition Preparation
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Jennifer Walls is a critically acclaimed stage performer, producer, director and voiceover actor. She has performed on stages across North America and Europe alongside such prestigious performers as Andrew Lloyd Webber, Ben Vereen, Rebecca Cain and Colm Wilkinson. She is currently the voice of the Family Jr. network and has featured on the cover of NOW magazine and in the Globe and Mail for her work throughout the city, including the Toronto Fringe Festival. She is a graduate of the Sheridan Institute's prestigious Musical Theatre Performance Program.
James Favron
Artist Mentorship & Development
SPECIALTIES: Artist Mentorship & Commercial Performance Group Classes​
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Award-winning artist James Favron couldn’t find a mold he fit in, so he’s making his own. A multi-talented singer, rapper and musician, James has a passion for pairing melodic, story driven rap with catchy pop hooks and sprinkled with Gospel seasoning. James' songs reach people no matter what they are going through in life, making his listeners feel connected, and his ambitious and captivating stage presence are sure to leave you feeling inspired.
Kimya (kee-MY-ah)
Performance Coach
SPECIALTIES: Commercial Performance Group Classes
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KIMYA is an Emerging Pop-R&B Artist born and raised in Toronto, Canada, with Caribbean heritage. A powerhouse performer – her soulful vocals, honest delivery, and electrifying energy make KIMYA a standout artist and storyteller. She has performed at such venues as Roy Thomson Hall, Nathan Phillips Square, and the Royal Ontario Museum and aspires to perform on the biggest stages in the world. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Music from Humber College, and after working in the Toronto Wedding/Corporate music scene she shifted gears to focus on individual artistry. Her talents extend to Songwriting, Performance Coaching, Vocal Production, Vocal Arranging and Dance.
