Performance Coaching

How I Do It

Most of the Nexstage website is dedicated to "how" I do it, but here's a synopsis anyway:

I coach stage performers either one-on-one or in group sessions. Sometimes we meet in my home, at a coffee shop, or in a performance venue, depending on where we are in the process. I use a combination of methods to get to know you and your level of accomplishment. These include seeing you perform, informal conversation, and a self-assessment questionnaire.

Your level of self-awareness and performing experience will dictate the nature of our relationship. The less experience you have the more I'll relate to you like a teacher. The more experience you have, the more I'll behave like a collaborator.

Deep down, intuitive performers already know what they need to do. Sometimes my job is simply to affirm your gut instincts and help negotiate the path towards the goal. It's important for me to listen carefully and honour what you already know and where you want to go. I'm open to your questions and being questioned on my assertions. If you have any doubts I like to hear them because that gives me a chance to clarify my point of view.

As much as possible I like to work artist to artist, rather than mentor to student.