Testimonial Type: Actors

“Ben is an absolutely gem in the industry and a pleasure to work with! I’d worked with him four years ago during an acting course and he was such a fantastic teacher that whilst preparing to send a self-tape to audition for a place at a well respected acting school recently, I contacted him for a 1-1 session. It was such an amazing experience to work with him, he responded to my request really quickly which meant that I was able to do two sessions with him ahead of the recording. He took out the stress and anxiety that often comes from recording these self-tapes and brought the fun back into acting. I am happy to say that I secured a place to a school that I had wanted to attend for a very long time! Thank you Ben!!”

I have SO much to say about the incredible Ben Cogan. I credit Ben entirely with starting my acting career. I was just 11 years old when I first walked into BBC Centre to audition for Casualty, very inexperienced and very nervous. Ben immediately put me at ease, the walk from the waiting area to the casting room changed everything for me and in the room he treated me like a respected actor and gave me space to make my own choices.  He cast me in that first role and since then has always been there championing me with words of encouragement.  Ben - I owe you the world! 

I was lucky enough to have Ben cast me in my first feature film, Just Charlie. Throughout the whole audition process Ben's encouraging and friendly manner immediately put me at ease, allowing me to really concentrate on doing my best. I really hope I have the opportunity of working with Ben in the future.

I first worked with Ben on 'Waking the Dead' and more recently on the beautiful short film: 'The Outing'. He's a brave, provocative Casting Director. Always making interesting challenging choices. I love working with him and trust his impeccable taste 100%

I really wanted to avoid using cliched terms and phrases like "actor friendly", "deeply passionate about the craft etc", but with Ben Cogan it's basically feckin impossible. Ben exemplifies all those traits so uniquely as anyone who knows him will testify. My only defence is that cliches are born out of a truth..... He does however have questionable facial hair!

Ben is a wonderful Casting Director! He always welcomes u with such warmth and kindness that u feel immediately at ease. He's so personable yet professional and just makes an audition so much more easier and better for the actor. I can remember some of my earlier auditions with Ben and he just makes u feel so supported that it gives you that confidence as an actor to really feel like u can give that audition your very best and that u have someone in that room really rooting for you. Wishing u all the luck Ben!

For an actor, Ben is gold-dust - a casting director who has your ‘back’. He’s genuinely passionate about actors and you can feel him willing you to excel in every casting. I am lucky that he has played an integral part in my career and am honoured to call him a friend.

I always enjoy castings with Ben. He's always wise, warm and supportive, giving those introductions and helpful tips which really put an actor at ease. I have always found him to be a really lovely bloke who genuinely appears to like actors, and enjoys and respects what actors do.

It was only a matter a time for Ben to set up his own company. He has an eye for talent and is an actors friend when it comes to auditioning, making any actor feel Important and comfortable. Looking forward to working with you again in the future!'

Ben believes in you BEFORE not just after and he's willing to put his money where his mouth is and get you in the room. From the moment I met him he's been nothing but encouraging and genuine. Always makes you feel safe which allows you to be at your best and really enjoy it. Ben really has a way of making you feel special. You can feel him rooting for you! Love ya Ben xxx