Kimberley Twiner
Pascoe Vale South,VIC
Summary
Award-winning dynamic theatre practitioner with 10+ years of experience in performing, directing and teaching. International theatre education. Real world connections to the theatre industry in Melbourne. Skilled in developing excellent drama trainings using the Lecoq Methodology. Delivers curriculum independently and in academic contexts with diverse teams. Teaching practice is supported by a mentorship from renowned Italian theatre master Giovanni Fusetti. Excellent interpersonal skills from Gestalt Psychotherapy training (300 hours and ongoing).
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Pedagogic Director and Lead Teacher
Melbourne Physical Theatre School
Brunswick, VIC
09.2020 - Current
- Developed, prepared and delivered drama curriculum accessible to a range of students including culturally diverse, neuro-diverse, seniors and non-English speakers.
- Administration of student enrolments, payments and feedback.
- Produced and coordinated workshops for international guest teachers.
- Ensured emotional, physical and practical safety protocols are adhered to.
- Reflected on and evaluated the course results in collaboration with teachers and mentors.
- Taught dynamic workshop content: movement theatre, physical theatre, animal movements, melodrama, clown, bouffon, story-telling and mime.
Devised Theatre Practitioner
Freelance Artist
Melbourne, VIC
01.2010 - Current
- Has won numerous awards for theatre, performance, directing and design, and received 5-star reviews.
- Performed locally, nationally and internationally.
- Is a core team member of six active theatre companies: The Travelling Sisters, PO PO MO CO, Brunswick East Entertainment Festival, The Beryls, The Beaks Theatre, and The Wholesome Hour.
- Worked collaboratively with industry professionals, such as directors, venue staff, musicians, acting and voice coaches, lighting designers, and production management, etc.
- Organized and led devised theatre processes and rehearsals with teams/ensembles
- Designed costumes, props, lighting, and sets.
- Created detailed budgets.
- Promoted and marketed shows through social media, mailing lists, street press, and publicity.
- Scheduled meetings, rehearsals, debriefs, and professional developments.
- Mentored and trained younger artists.
- Sustained mentorships with industry elders.
- Maintained physical fitness in order to be performance ready.
Tutor
Victorian College of the Arts
Southbank, VIC
07.2024 - 09.2024
- Devised and delivered a physical comedy curriculum for second-year theatre students.
- Collaborated with staff and supervisors to tailor the program to student needs and goals.
- Assessed student work and provided adequate feedback.
- Successfully implemented student access plans.
- Monitored and reported on student engagement.
- Contributed to ongoing program development in collaboration with colleagues.
Tutor
National Institute of Circus Arts, Swinburne University
Prahran, VIC
07.2023 - 09.2024
- Devised and delivered a 10-week (2 sessions per week) clown training program for first-year students.
- Successfully implemented student access plans.
- Monitored and reported on student engagement.
- Attended staff meetings with supervisors.
Pedagogic Assistant
Helikos: International School for Theatre Creation
Padova, Italy
07.2021 - 08.2024
- Supported the lead teacher Giovanni Fusetti in delivering 4 week clown workshop.
- Taught one week of voice classes.
- Assessed student work and provided adequate feedback.
- Monitored and reported on student engagement.
Tutor
Collarts
Collingwood, VIC
08.2020 - 08.2020
- Delivered physical comedy sessions focussing on clown and bouffon.
Theatre Program Director
Cerebral Palsy League of QLD
Brisbane, QLD
01.2012 - 12.2013
- Consulted with internal clients to design and support their engagement with drama and theatre training.
- Devised, directed and delivered public performances.
- Expanded the company reach by developing a program of public drama trainings for performers with disabilities.
- Monitored and evaluated the success of the programs with support worked, occupational therapists, supervisors, sponsors and company CEO.
Drama Teacher
Aspley Special School
Brisbane, QLD
01.2011 - 03.2013
- Delivered weekly drama class for high school age students with disabilities
- Devised, directed and produced public community performances
- Communicated with students, staff, support workers, care givers and parents.
Education
Gestalt Psychotherapy Course -
Relational Skills Centre
Melbourne, VIC12-2024
An Advanced Training in The Pedagogy of Movement Theatre -
Helikos International School For Theatre Creation
Padova, Italy09-2019
Theatre Studies -
John Bolton Theatre School
Auckland And Melbourne11-2015
Theatre Studies -
Ecole Philippe Gaulier
Etampes, France06-2014
Bachelor of Creative Industries - Drama
Queensland University of Technology
Brisbane, QLD12-2009
Skills
- Leading group process
- Working within diverse teams
- Interpersonal communication
- Emotional intelligence
- Conflict resolution strategies
- Problem pre-empting and solving
- Time management and organization
- Attention to detail
Accomplishments
- 2024 - Judge's Pick, Melbourne Fringe Festival
- 2023 - Best Comedy Melbourne, Fringe Festival
- 2021 - Winner of Victorian Green Room Award for Theatre Production Design
- 2021 - Winner of Merri-Bek Contribution to Arts and Culture Award
- 2021 - Victorian Green Room Award for Contemporary and Experimental Performance
- 2020 - Winner of Best Ensemble, New Zealand Fringe Festival
- 2020 - Winner of Best Physical Theatre (Directing), New Zealand Fringe Festival
- 2019 - Winner of New Zealand Touring Award, Melbourne Fringe Festival
- 2018 - Winner of Best Physical Theatre and Circus Award, Melbourne Fringe Festival
- 2018 - Winner of Best Comedy (Directing), Melbourne Fringe Festival
Referees
Colin Sneesby
Senior Lecturer in Movement, Movement Theatre Specialist
Victorian College of the Arts, University of Melbourne
E: colin.sneesby@unimelb.edu.au
M: 0403889542
Tony Jackson
Manager Director
Gestalt Therapy, Relational Skills Centre
Parkville
E: tony@gestaltcentre.com.au
M: 0432321353
Timeline
Tutor
Victorian College of the Arts
07.2024 - 09.2024
Tutor
National Institute of Circus Arts, Swinburne University
07.2023 - 09.2024
Pedagogic Assistant
Helikos: International School for Theatre Creation
07.2021 - 08.2024
Pedagogic Director and Lead Teacher
Melbourne Physical Theatre School
09.2020 - Current
Tutor
Collarts
08.2020 - 08.2020
Theatre Program Director
Cerebral Palsy League of QLD
01.2012 - 12.2013
Drama Teacher
Aspley Special School
01.2011 - 03.2013
Devised Theatre Practitioner
Freelance Artist
01.2010 - Current
Gestalt Psychotherapy Course -
Relational Skills Centre
An Advanced Training in The Pedagogy of Movement Theatre -
Helikos International School For Theatre Creation
Theatre Studies -
John Bolton Theatre School
Theatre Studies -
Ecole Philippe Gaulier
Bachelor of Creative Industries - Drama
Queensland University of Technology
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