Since 2016, Gustavo Dias-Vallejo has been facilitating workshops and teaching theatre/performance-related subjects in professional, educational and community contexts.
In 2019, he completed an MA in Actor Training and Coaching at The Royal Central School of Speech and Drama.
He is a regular collaborator in drama schools, universities, and theatre venues in the UK, where he teaches a broad range of subjects including devising, movement, physical theatre, maskwork, and contemporary performance making.
(recent teaching include: ArtsEd, Identity School of Acting, Rose Brufford, University of Arts London, Middlesex University, The Cockpit Theatre).
Additionally, he often leads creative/participatory projects with communities and has recently worked with refugees & asylum seekers (Torriano Meeting House and Tara Theatre), elderly people (Kentish Town Community Centre), children & young people (Angel Shed Theatre Company), among others.
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Testimonials
'I really apreciated the training part of the workshop which helped me feel more at ease and also created a fun and supportive atmoshpere within the group. We had the opportunity to develop our pieces, and I found the feedback Gustavo gave me helpful and relevant. He was very considerate and made sure we each get the assistance we need. The tools I learnt were clear and hands-on, I will be able to use them independently in my devising practice. Thank you!'
Barbara Tatai, (participant in the Actor-Creator course, The Cockpit, June 2022)
'I really enjoyed working with him, Gustavo is a fantastic teacher with a wealth of knowledge and experience. At points, my creativity was tested which isn't a bad thing but something to be prepared for.'
Zoe Maltby ((participant in the Actor-Creator course, June 2022)
'Gustavo is an exceptional devising practitioner who was able to help me develop my creative side to be even more playful and, through his expertise, create something that felt clear and free.'
Alex Bell, Actor and Acting Tutor
'Gustavo is a fun and energetic director with great vision. He is incredibly passionate and detailed, and is so open to play, and encourages his actors to have freedom, playfulness and bravery in the rehearsal room. He creates a safe and fun space for his creatives.'
Tina Baston, Actor.
'It's was a great joy to work with Gustavo. I was able to broaden my attention to the performance space and allowed myself to respond honestly to the energy all around me. This engagement helped me to focus on the connection between my body and emotions, which gave me the chance to bring that to the surface with control'
Christina Ado, Actor.
'Gustavo is a very fun and approachable facilitator. He made me feel comfortable in the space and guided me through various explorations. He is confident and playful, im sure you’ll have an awesome time working with him!'
Pepa Duarte, Actor
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