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Leslie
Hi Friends,
Originally from Vancouver, BC, I have always called it my home. However, I am now thrilled to reside on beautiful Vancouver Island. Throughout my career, I have worked on theatrical stages across Canada and appeared in various film and television projects, including notable works like SUPERNATURAL, HBO's A GIRLFRIENDS GUIDE TO DIVORCE, THE HAUNTING HOUR, JOHN DOE (opposite Dominic Purcell), and POLICE ACADEMY THE SERIES.
Recently, I landed a role in the Paramount Pictures Holocaust film, BAU: ARTIST AT WAR. A truly significant milestone for me.
Besides acting, I have also served as an off-camera audition reader for some of Vancouver’s top casting directors, granting me valuable insights into audition techniques.
As a creative individual, I have taken on the role of producer for several of my own short films (and have even brought home a few awards)
I have trained with renowned acting instructors in Vancouver, Los Angelos, and New York including Larry Moss, and the late Joe Palese from the Los Angeles Actors Space.
KIND COMMENTS
Leslie is a kind, gentle and encouraging coach. Her directions and feedback are always in such a way that it makes me feel like I can do anything. After just a few short months of working with Leslie, I landed a primary role as a supporting lead in two Netflix movies that had a casting call from all over Canada and the USA! Not only did she help coach me for the role, but she was also a big cheerleader all throughout filming. Thank you, Leslie, for who you are and all you do!
C. Smid
Ivy and Bean:
The Ghost That Had to Go
Ivy and Bean: Doomed to Dance
Leslie has the gifts to perform both comedy and drama with equal skill. Her brilliant and unique work has received her well-earned accolades
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Ron Oliver
Emmy Award Nominated
Director/Writer/Producer
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Ms. Hopps has been a colleague and friend since we met at the world-renowned Lee Strasberg Theatre Institute in New York City. She is an asset to the acting community with professionalism and devotion to her craft
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Ricardo Cordero
Actor/Producer
Leslie is not only understanding but also very kind. I was lucky to have got in contact with Leslie while preparing for an audition. After working with her for just two days the producers of the movie were blown away. Her advice is something I will carry with me throughout my entire career.
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Stephen Fryson III
Actor
I’ve seen so much growth in my acting abilities working with Leslie. She knows how to make me feel safe in a classroom setting, and give me permission to go places emotionally that I might be resisting when trying to connect to the words on the paper. Leslie goes above and beyond for her students and fellow actors.
She’s a keeper!
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Kaliandra Capri
Actress
I feel very fortunate to have met Leslie through a workshop at New York Performance Works. I enjoyed her collaboration and insightful contribution. Her enthusiasm, professionalism, and talent were immediately apparent.
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Blair Hickey
Actor/CoFounder Casting About
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