…where Performance meets Psychology
…where Performance meets Psychology
…where Performance meets Psychology
I have long wanted to expand on the idea of combining my love for the written word with sharing what might be of help or interest to someone out there: Enter “The Creative Cure” on Substack, where I explore how art and creativity can help us cope with stress, anxiety, depression, and other mental health …
A long time ago (don’t ask), one of my favourite teachers told me: ”Don’t just tell the reader what’s happening. Instead, SHOW them that something’s happening!” This was probably my first introduction to “Show, don’t tell!” Many years have passed since (blergh, I’m old), but I still use this concept when I write fiction. Not …
Everyone talks about trauma-informed voice care. Part of me is happy about this because it has always been my belief that voice pedagogy in particular (and the performing arts in general) can only benefit from the integration of trauma-informed care. But there’s also the other part of me – the one that is slightly worried …
“The truly creative mind in any field is no more than this: A human creature born abnormally, inhumanly sensitive. To him… a touch is a blow, a sound is a noise, a misfortune is a tragedy, a joy is an ecstasy, a friend is a lover, a lover is a god, and failure is death. …
I would reckon most of us are aware that artists (be it musical, performing, visual or writing) are storytellers. But between tirelessly trying to create and making a living, we sometimes forget that storytelling has been a powerful tool for connection and healing for thousands of years: It provides us with an opportunity to share …