Originally from the UK, Hamish Sturgeon is an actor, writer, director, and Creative Director of the Margie Haber Studio. Since joining the studio, he has become one of its leading teachers, helping actors develop truthful, emotionally grounded work while navigating the realities of today’s industry. His passion lies in empowering actors to move beyond performance, trust their instincts, and create authentic human behaviour on screen.
Hamish trained extensively as an actor, earning a Bachelor’s degree in English and Drama before launching a career across theatre, television, and film. His television credits include the acclaimed British dramas Moving On, The Village, and Hank Zipzer for the BBC, alongside numerous feature films, theatre productions, and national commercial campaigns. After relocating to Los Angeles, he has appeared in projects including S.W.A.T., American Boogeywoman, Rebel Moon, Flight World War II, and My Crazy Ex. In 2009, he received the Independent Theatre Award for Best Supporting Actor for his performance as Robin in Time and the Conways.
Alongside his work as an actor, Hamish has established himself as a writer and director with a passion for creating emotionally rich, character-driven stories. His award-winning short film Gossamer, which he wrote, directed, and starred in, has screened at international film festivals and reflects the same artistic philosophy that defines his teaching: truthful behaviour, emotional honesty, and living fully under imagined circumstances. His earlier short film Joan premiered at the Athens International Film Festival, and he continues to develop original film and theatre projects that explore identity, connection, and the complexities of the human experience.
Before joining the Margie Haber Studio, Hamish worked in casting on independent films, major television productions, and national commercial campaigns, gaining invaluable insight into the audition process from both sides of the camera. He has coached actors throughout the UK and was regularly invited to lead audition workshops for agents, managers, and drama institutions, helping performers build confidence, deepen their craft, and navigate the business with greater clarity.
As Creative Director of the Margie Haber Studio, Hamish plays a central role in shaping the studio’s artistic vision, developing new programs, mentoring teachers, and expanding the Margie Haber philosophy to actors around the world. He has been instrumental in growing the studio’s educational offerings while remaining committed to the core principles that have made Margie Haber Studio one of the most respected acting schools in the industry.
Hamish’s teaching is rooted in the belief that acting is not about performing emotions but about living truthfully under imagined circumstances. His classes challenge actors to replace technique with genuine human behaviour, creating work that is spontaneous, deeply personal, and emotionally alive. Combining the perspective of a working actor, filmmaker, writer, and creative leader, he is passionate about helping artists build lasting careers while discovering their own unique voice.
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