GOODLY CREATURES THEATRE
Workshops & Coaching
I love how you were so open to anyone's answers and really extended them for further understanding.
Caylin T.
Google Review
Very good presentation lots of great information and ideas to work with.
Jane B.
Google Review
Very insightful!! Felt good knowing I'm not alone in my thinking and learned how to combat negative thinking. Highly recommend!
Dawn T.
Google Review
Wonderful workshop. Learned new things and different perspectives.
Clint and Sam M.
Google Review
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MEET KATRINA SYRRIS
Speaker & Coach
Acclaimed entrepreneur and CEO Katrina Syrris creates and leads engaging seminars that inspire creativity, leadership, and awaken inner potential. Katrina calls upon over 20 years of experience in the arts and leadership to help her students achieve their professional goals. She began leading workshops and webinars in 2019, and has since taught a variety of inspirational and educational seminars including workshops, webinars, and panel discussions.
Katrina's efforts have not gone unnoticed, as she was a proud nominee for the Distinguished Alumni Award with the ICCTA, a recipient of the Certificate of Leadership with the YWCA, and a nominee for the Margaret Hillis Award for Leadership in the Arts in 2024. Her theatre company, Goodly Creatures Theatre, has also won awards for excellence since 2021, including The Best Live Theatre in Kane County.
Katrina's professional development workshops have been featured at the Blue Box Cafe, Sugar and Rhyme Coffeehouse, the Lake Cook Career Collaborative, the Schaumburg Public Library, and the Naperville Area Chamber of Commerce. Katrina has led marketing educational programming for Paul Gregory Media, and appeared in their "Mission Matters" podcast. She has also appeared as an expert panelist at various panel discussions in media and the arts.
Katrina is an MBA Candidate at the University of Illinois Chicago, and graduated Magna Cum Laude from Aurora University with her Bachelor of Arts in English with an emphasis on academic research and writing. Early in her career, Katrina enjoyed a fruitful career in digital marketing and worked her way up into executive leadership including serving as Vice President of the Downers Grove Chamber of Commerce. Katrina's theatrical career began as a child, and blossomed into leadership when she began directing shows in her mid twenties. Katrina founded Goodly Creatures Theatre in the spring of 2018 and has led the organization from a boutique troupe to a regionally recognized institution known for its Shakespeare in the Park series, pop-up performances, and educational workshops. Under her leadership, Goodly Creatures has received awards year after year for excellence in the performing arts.
KATRINA HAS APPEARED WITH...
WORKSHOPS
The following is a list of Katrina's most popular workshop topics. Workshops can be booked a-la-carte, or in a series, and can be customized based on your organization's goals. Have a topic in mind that didn't make this list? Reach out for a personalized workshop developed for your specific needs.
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Starting a Business: The Essentials to Launch
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Entrepreneurship Essentials (Parts 1 and 2)
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Silence Perfectionism
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Make an Impact with Your Art
- Pursue Your Passions in the Face of Adversity
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Face Your Fears
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The Power of Purpose
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Tackling Imposter Syndrome
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Overcome Creative Blocks
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Promote Yourself
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Say NO: How to Set and Hold Healthy Boundaries
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Work / Life Balance
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The Comparison Trap
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Mindfulness & Performance
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Rejection is Your Best Friend
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Digital Marketing for Entrepreneurs
COACHING & LESSONS
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Devon O.
I owe it all to my acting instructor Katrina for helping me elevate my craft and pushing me to become a great actor!
Julie T.
An engaging environment where all feel safe to explore, collaborate, have fun and be creative!!!! Katrina has a way of lifting people up and propelling them forward!! Her unwavering commitment to the arts and to other artists, along with her amazing talent as an actor, writer and director, are beyond praise!!! Thank you for all you do!!!!
Katrina Syrris offers personalized coaching for creatives, young professionals and women. Whether you're just starting out or looking to start something new after years in one space, Katrina helps you address your pain points, tap into your potential, and empower you to achieve success on your professional journey.
Katrina offers both one-off requests for lessons and coaching sessions, as well as one-on-one classes in a series.
ACTING & PUBLIC SPEAKING LESSONS (in person or virtual)
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1 Hour, One-Off Session: $100 ($75 for Students & Seniors)
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Good for: Preparation for an audition or speaking engagement, freshening up on skills, or working on a targeted issue.
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5, 1 Hour Sessions: $475 ($375 for Students & Seniors)
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Good for: Honing skills and addressing pain points; developing skills more thoroughly with guided practice.
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10, 1 Hour Sessions: $950 ($750 for Students & Seniors)
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Good for: Intensive development of skills, and long-term training to learn and improve with regular rehearsal and coaching.
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CAREER COACHING FOR YOUNG PROFESSIONALS AND WOMEN (virtual or in-person)
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1 Hour, One-Off Session: $100 ($75 for Recent Grads)
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Good for: Q & A, organizing thoughts and priorities, and attaining resources and action items.
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5, 1 Hour Sessions: $475 ($375 for Recent Grads)
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Good for: Project-based coaching to address and resolve pain points leading up to a major project, presentation, or interview.
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10, 1 Hour Sessions: $950 ($750 for Recent Grads)
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Good for: Metamorphosis and transformation focusing on resolving pain points, guided growth, and sustainable positive change.
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Reach out to Katrina directly to inquire:
Email: katrina.syrris@goodlycreatures.com
Phone: (224) 465-0451