The Foundation

Never audition the same way again.

Consider this your first step in approaching every audition with confidence and leaving with pride, knowing that you nailed it.

The soul of director Gil Junger’s approach, The Foundation is a FREE 30-minute introductory video that shares Gil's unique philosophy and illustrates why he’s been able to consistently help actors deliver remarkable, authentic performances throughout his career.

Fu*k fear – show ‘em how amazing you are. – Gil Junger

WARNING:The information in this video is radically different than what you've previously learned, please watch while seated.

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Life-changing results

You are teaching the truth of the simplicity, yet powerful aspect of letting go, looking within, and getting the BS out of our heads.

— Matt Medrano

Working with Gil has unlocked a powerful, effortless approach to acting. I have never experienced anything like it. I learned more in 3 workshops with Gil than I did with $50K of theatre school.

— Cliff Miller

Your workshop is different than all the rest. It’s like being on set.

— Paula Jay Fairbrother

You are not an acting coach or teacher. You are an amazing director that helped me disregard old patterns and unleash my true creative gifts.

— Hayley Saltford

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Meet Your Director

About Gil Junger

The Breakthru Company is Director Gil Junger’s love letter to the thousands of actors he’s had the pleasure of working with. Breakthru’s mission is to inspire and empower actors to disregard their self-limiting beliefs, the curse of the artist, and forge a direct connection with their creative genius.

Gil Junger has directed five feature films including the decade defining 10 Things I Hate About You and over 200 episodes of Network TV, including the transformative coming out episode of Ellen.

As well as emerging talent, director Gil Junger has worked with: Heath Ledger, Megan Fox, Laura Dern, Julia Stiles, Ellen DeGeneres, Josh Duhamel, Sandra Bullock, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Anne Hathaway, Oprah Winfrey, Kathy Bates, Jenna Elfman, Jennifer Love Hewitt …he’s even directed himself, but cut his performance for the good of the project.

the foundation

revolutionize the way you audition

Click the button below to access Gil's FREE 30-minute introductory video that shares The Breakthru Co's unique philosophy and illustrates why he’s been able to consistently help actors deliver remarkable, authentic performances throughout his career.