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Meet Lis, as in, a new “lease” on life.

Lis Ermel (they/her/his) is a bicoastal actor, singer, and trauma-informed voice and performance coach.


Rooted in a systems-aware, relational approach to voice training, Lis helps you to develop greater freedom, sustainability, presence, and self-trust through personalized, embodied voice and performance work. With over 25 years of experience on stage, screen, and mic, Lis blends vocal technique, performance training, and nervous system awareness to support more connected, expressive, and sustainable communication and artistry.

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A lifelong performer, Lis brings nearly 25 years of experience as an actor, singer, and voice-over artist on stage, screen, and mic.

Most recently, they co-wrote and starred in Joan of Arc: Cabaret at Rockwell Table & Stage after earning their MFA from the prestigious USC School of Dramatic Arts.

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Based in Toronto and Los Angeles, Lis continues to thrive as a voice-over and on-screen actor, with work featured on Netflix, Audible, daytime television, and beyond.

Alongside his acting career, Lis builds Voice with Lis and guides clients through his trauma-informed vocal coaching practice.

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  • “Lis’s sincerity, skill, genuine self-awareness, and ability to tune in to another person’s insecurities and uncover what brings them joy left me feeling serene and deeply grateful. You have to meet them.”

    ★★★★★

    —CARA I.

  • "Lis blew me away in our first session with their ability to cut through my anxiety. I can’t wait for my next session!"

    ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

    —CATHERINE T.

  • “Lis is a true professional and is worth every penny of their hourly fee. They are so down-to-earth and operate with the utmost compassion and ethos. I am truly blessed to have them as a coach.”

    ★★★★★

    —MELISSA T.

  • “Lis is so fabulous to work with and has finally made me excited about singing again after years of not being able to enjoy it. They are kind, encouraging, knowledgeable, approachable and make the learning experience fun and rewarding.”

    ★★★★★

    —MIRANDA G.