David is an experienced lecturer and repertoire coach who regularly works in a variety of institutions and training contexts. In addition to long-standing teaching commitments at the Royal Central School Of Speech And Drama, David is currently an adjunct professor at Syracuse University London, and has also worked at the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire, East 15 Acting School, the International College of Musical Theatre (formerly AMTA), D&B Academy of Performing Arts and Wac Arts Camden. He has also frequently worked with W1 Workshops, as both an accompanist and as an Ensemble Singing and Repertoire Tutor on their inaugural Advanced Process & Performance Course. Areas of speciality include:
- Music-Theatre History & Contexts
- Repertoire Consultation, Development & Preparation
- Ensemble Singing
- Musicianship in Actor-Training
David also works as a private coach, based in Tooting, South London (but able to travel further afield), offering audition prep, vocal coaching and repertoire consulting services to clients. Email d.s.merriman@gmail.com to discuss your needs.