The Power of Breath in Clown and Acting
In acting, breath is far more than a biological necessity—it is a foundational tool for truthful performance. I recently ran […]
Philippe Gaulier
Recently, my first clown teacher, Philippe Gaulier, passed away. He is probably the best-known clown teacher in the world and has taught many, many great clowns. His legacy is enormous. I thought I would write a blog about his style […]
Be Human: Why Serious Actors Need Clown Training
“Don’t be funny, be human!” I teach at a major Australian acting school ( Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University). Initially I […]
Wild abandonment!
Plunge into the deep mystery When I first was studying clowning with clown master Philippe Gaulier in London, there was […]
Devising a clown act
“There is no fourth wall.” Recently I have been assisting a number of clowns to create short acts for the […]
Bouffon is great training for stand up comedians!
Bouffon training offers a unique and powerful toolkit for stand-up comedians. Bouffon will provide skills that go beyond traditional joke-writing […]
What is Bouffon?
In the world of acting, a vibrant and often misunderstood form is Bouffon. More than just a grotesque spectacle, Bouffon […]
‘Shift, Transform, Develop’ The Best 90 Second Group Warm Up For Actors
Try the best group warm up for actors in your next rehearsal! There is a lovely embodiment exercise I teach […]
The Neutral Mask Exercise for Actors
The Neutral Mask Exercise is a training technique which was pioneered by the famed 20th century theatre practitioner, Jacques Lecoq. […]
How To Use ‘Shape, Rhythm, And Energy’ To Build Your Character
“We use shape, rhythm, and energy to build character.” The mantra I have for my students to start approaching physical […]