Performer, Theatre Maker, Collaborator
Performer, mover, teacher, dancer, improviser, clown, maker, playmate, deviser, joy spreader, actor, fitness instructor, producer, director and connector. I do a lot of things, all with love, enthusiasm and curiosity. I love people, movement and theatre, and what movement and theatre can do for people!
Street and Immersive Theatre
Performing and creating Immersive Theatre, Street Theatre and working outdoors takes serious skill and craft. Working in the Immersive, Site-specific and Outdoor Arts sectors for the last 17 years, I have a wealth of experience in working with an audience, holding a crowd and taking them with me on a journey.
About Me
As a person, and as an artist, I am a uniter. Someone who consistanly brings the room together. I specialise in devising, skilfully connecting the dots through the medium of play. My artistic practice is underpinned by a deep understanding of collaboration and cultivation of ensemble dynamics.
I firmly believe that everyone should have the opportunity to engage with theatre and the arts, fostering the nurturing of their creativity and enabling creative connections.
In addition to my artistic pursuits, I am a certified fitness instructor and trained mindfulness practitioner, both of which complement and support the way I work.
Teaching
Teaching forms a large part of my practice. I am particularly interested in combining creative practice and movement to promote well being.
I have a wide variety of experience delivering workshops in educational settings from primary and secondary, through to course modules for Universities. As well as working with vulnerable groups of the severely disabled, people with learning disabilities, the elderly and people with complex needs.
'Judy has been an amazing practitioner at our older people’s home, many of whom are living with advanced dementia. Judy brings an infectious energy and warmth to every session, and I can see residents light up after interactions with her. She is extremely sensitive to the complex needs of each resident and adapts her exercises and activities accordingly. It is sometimes challenging to elicit a response in some residents, but Judy’s energetic, sunny demeanour can often bring a smile to residents who feel agitated or low.'
Tilly Gerrard, Living Well Facilitator, Jewish Care
