I studied at The Commedia School – The Art of Mime and Comedy, which was later renamed simply The Commedia School. Founded by Ole Brekke, the school adhered to the teaching principles and methods of Jacques Lecoq, a renowned French stage actor, acting movement coach, and theatre director. Lecoq's approach revolutionized actor training by emphasizing physical theatre, incorporating movement into acting, and exploring emotions through body language and gestures. He established the Ecole Internationale de Théâtre Jacques Lecoq, profoundly impacting the field of physical theatre.
Advanced Training in Corporeal Mime
I further studied Etienne Decroux's technique and post-modern mime under Stephen James Back in Copenhagen. This apprenticeship involved intensive training in Corporeal Mime, exploring the expressive possibilities of the human body and understanding non-verbal communication. Stephen's teaching incorporated a range of disciplines, enabling me to develop skills in solo and ensemble performance and deepen my understanding of mime's history and practice.
Étienne Decroux: A Visionary in Mime
Étienne Decroux, a pioneering artist, revolutionized theatre with his creation of Corporeal Mime. His innovative approach placed the body at the core of theatrical expression, developing a precise technique based on corporeal articulation, rhythm, and physical dramaturgy. Decroux's legacy continues to influence contemporary gestural theatre, providing essential tools for artists to explore the intersection of dance, theatre, puppetry, and circus.
Other Educational Experiences
GameDev.tv: Ongoing education in Blender, Unity, and Unreal Engine.
Tom Bancroft: Introduction to Animation and Drawing Character Poses with Personality.
Tony White: Mastering 2D Animation.
RumKraft: Producer and Sound Design Course in Logic Studio Pro.
Andreas Busk: Sound Design.
Akademiet For Utæmmet Kreativitet: Acrobatics, incorporating Corporeal Mime, character, and dance to create a unique performance style.
The Commedia School: The Art Of Mime And Comedy.
Classic Theater Education in Forsa, Sweden: Basic theatre training, script study, Shakespeare, and classical dramatic performance.
Forum Theatre Pedagogue Training: Creating and touring Forum Theatre performances in schools around Sweden.
Multimedia Art School, Dalsland, Sweden: Photography, film, writing, and drawing. Won first prize in the student exhibition contest.