Workshops, retreats, and mentoring
Drawing on the skills and experience of a lifetime in theatre: directing, teaching, and curating festivals, I have developed workshops for both personal and professional development. The arts can be a powerful tool for self transformation.
Apart from my formal qualifications in theatre and teaching (Wits Drama School & Trinity College) I have always been a "workshop junkie". I have attended short courses and workshops in a range of modalities including drama therapy, integrated dance, 5 Rhythms dance, puppetry skills, improvisation, mask making and performing with masks.
Inspired by the work of practitioners like Julia Cameron, The Artist's Way; Aysse Birsel, Design the Life You Love, Anne Schuster Creative Writing; Jack Zimmerman and Virginia Coyle The Way of Council.
Offerings
INSIGHT THROUGH CREATIVITY
INSIGHT THROUGH CREATIVITY
INSIGHT THROUGH CREATIVITY
3-day personal growth workshops
For anyone with the curiosity and will to explore their world and worldview through creativity. Using movement and creative arts techniques to explore your self-understanding and awareness.
Gain insights through imagination, mindfulness and playfulness.
The times we are living through are challenging, nationally, globally and often personally. If we choose to live authentic and empathetic lives, we need clarity and insight. We need our hearts and our eyes wide open.
No previous experience in yoga, dance, or visual art required. Just an open heart and a curious mind.
I listen
to these stories
you have come
to tell
with your songs
and your poems
and your dance
I listen
to these stories
that you’ve worked
with your clay
and your paint
claimed
with your chisel
these stories that
you’ve drawn
with your body
and your voice
and your heart
RE-BOOT
INSIGHT THROUGH CREATIVITY
INSIGHT THROUGH CREATIVITY
3-day professional workshops
For creatives of all kinds: writers, designers, performers, visual artists, and theatre people. Gain insights into how to shift you blocks and begin making work again.
Refocus your creative lens with innovative exercises and inquiries.
the words
we write
the pictures
we paint
the pots
we fire
the theatre
we craft
each needs our
labours sweat
and the contractions
of our heart
we must be
the ancient patient
wise doula
the rigorous focused
skilled midwife
the howling
roaring powerful
birthing woman
to bring
our art
alive
into this world
RETREATS
INSIGHT THROUGH CREATIVITY
MENTORING & THEATRE COACHING FOR ACTORS
3 to 5-day residential retreats
From time to time I will offer retreats. Three to five days spent in nature.
The focus will be on personal growth and insight, using a range of creative tools and innovative thinking.
The cost will be quoted depending on venue, accommodation and length of retreat.
Keep an eye on the website and social media
MENTORING & THEATRE COACHING FOR ACTORS
DRAMATURGY & THEATRE MENTORING FOR DIRECTORS AND THEATRE-MAKERS
MENTORING & THEATRE COACHING FOR ACTORS
ONE-ON-ONE
Sessions tailor-made to suit your professional needs.
- Ongoing or project-specific voice & acting coaching
- Prepare for an audition - a big part coming up
- Prepare for an audition - drama school entrance audition
DRAMATURGY & THEATRE MENTORING FOR DIRECTORS AND THEATRE-MAKERS
DRAMATURGY & THEATRE MENTORING FOR DIRECTORS AND THEATRE-MAKERS
DRAMATURGY & THEATRE MENTORING FOR DIRECTORS AND THEATRE-MAKERS
ONE-ON-ONE
Sessions tailor-made to suit your professional needs.
- Brainstorm a new idea or project
- Reseach assistance for the concept and rehearsal phase