Ashley Thompson
Ballarat
Summary
Dedicated Performer with impressive acting range to bring wide variety of characters to life. Experienced with scripted and improvisational work to quickly adapt to environment. Committed to excellence and craft and recognized as valuable asset to production.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Theater Actor
Federation University
Ballarat, VIC
06.2024 - 06.2024
- Collaborated closely with directors, playwrights, and fellow actors to create memorable theatrical experiences for viewers.
- Demonstrated versatility by successfully tackling roles outside of personal comfort zone or typecast expectations.
- Performed complex physical actions on stage while maintaining character integrity throughout the duration of each performance.
- Performed humorous and serious interpretations of emotional actions and situations, using body movements, and gestures.
- Achieved audience engagement and emotional resonance in every performance by fully immersing into each character''s unique story and motivations.
- Captivated audiences with powerful and believable character portrayals in various stage productions.
- Adapted quickly to directorial feedback, implementing changes on-the-spot during rehearsals and live performances.
Model
Cotton On Kids
St Kilda, VIC
08.2022 - 08.2022
- Adapted quickly to changing environments for continued professionalism under pressure.
- Remained focused, motivated and professional throughout long shoots and events.
- Promoted products and services by posing for commercials, live shows, and photo shoots.
- Kept up with personal care to cut down on wait times for hair, makeup and styling.
Theatre Performer
The National Institute Of Dramatic Art
Kensington, NSW
11.2019 - 11.2019
- Performed humorous and serious interpretations of emotional actions and situations, using body movements, and gestures.
- Participated in rigorous rehearsal schedules, ensuring smooth transitions between scenes and a polished final product.
- Studied scripts to successfully portray characters in dramas and comedies.
- Mastered challenging choreography, contributing to the overall success of numerous stage performances.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Performing Arts
Federation University Australia
Ballarat, VIC11.2025
Advanced Diploma - Game And Interactive Media Design
Academy of Interactive Technology
Melbourne, VIC06.2022
Master of Science - Psychology
Deakin University
Geelong, VIC12.2021
Diploma - Musical Theatre
National Institute of Dramatic Art
Kensington, NSW11.2019
Skills
- Voice Control
- Responsible and Dependable
- Public Engagement
- Relationship Establishment
- Comedic timing
- Live Performances
- Movement Techniques
- Vocal Performance and Singing
- Improv
Timeline
Theater Actor
Federation University
06.2024 - 06.2024
Model
Cotton On Kids
08.2022 - 08.2022
Theatre Performer
The National Institute Of Dramatic Art
11.2019 - 11.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Performing Arts
Federation University Australia
Advanced Diploma - Game And Interactive Media Design
Academy of Interactive Technology
Master of Science - Psychology
Deakin University
Diploma - Musical Theatre
National Institute of Dramatic Art