Resilience Training Through Laughter

Duration:

Various

Suitability:

7-12

Available Terms:

1-4

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Unique and memorable experiences that will make you laugh out loud and connect directly to the heart.

“Clint has been tutoring in my Performing Skills Unit at QUT for the past seven years, and the students have found him to be one of the best tutors they have ever experienced. He is an extremely dedicated and professional teacher with a wealth of industry knowledge. Not all practitioners can teach: Clint is an exception to this rule! “Unique and memorable experiences that will make you laugh out loud and connect directly to the heart.” ★★★★★ – Caroline Heim – Queensland University Of Technology

This is an extraordinary opportunity to collaborate with Clint Bolster, a seasoned professional whose approach is grounded in the belief that everyone has something valuable. At the heart of his work is the profound power of laughter, a force that can uniquely and deeply engage people.

Laughter, as Clint understands it, connects directly to the heart. It celebrates the beauty of human interaction and underscores the incredible potential for even the simplest acts of kindness and genuine connection to transform lives. Through laughter, individuals can develop and fortify their innate resilience. It serves as a gateway, concealing inhibitions, granting permission to play, allowing for authentic expression, liberating hidden emotions, and revealing the true essence of individuals. Laughter instills a sense of joy, vulnerability, physical discipline, and the freedom to express oneself fully.

Participating in these programs offers individuals a unique opportunity to interact in real-time and space. It’s a chance to play, express, be physical, relate to others, and make discoveries—an essential life skill that fosters personal growth and development.

These programs, thoughtfully tailored to meet specific needs, can take various forms, from concise 2-hour workshops to intensive 2-week residencies culminating in captivating performances. They also encompass professional development opportunities for educators, community activations, and participation in festivals and events that culminate in street theater performances.

We firmly believe that access to live performing artists plays a pivotal role in developing social-emotional skills. It fosters resilience, compassion, an appreciation of diversity, empathy, focus, problem-solving abilities, effective communication, and a profound sense of community and well-being. Clint Bolster’s work is a testament to the transformative power of the arts, and we are excited to share these experiences with others.

Devised by: Clint Bolster
Directed by: Clint Bolster

★★★★★ "Through structured play and laughter, we were able to gain invaluable experiences that we can apply in our classroom teaching. Clint was both engaging Gand incredibly hilarious - a testament to his trade. A beautiful insightful entry to the wonderful world of Clowning - a brilliant lesson for life!"

Rebecca Meale, Carmel College

★★★★★ "What a brilliant masterclass at the Drama Queensland Conference! I was feeling tired, unmotivated and uncommitted to teaching Commedia for the first time in many years. Clint - you were disarming, direct, amusing and beyond inspiring! I shall sally forth into life armed with such beautiful experiences - THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU!!!"

Jessica, Bentley Park College

★★★★★ "Clint is inspiring in the way he is able to respond to the needs of his students and draw from his wealth of experience to cater for each different class. As a teacher it has been a fantastic professional development opportunity to see such a passionate vivacious artist at work and we look forward to welcoming Clint back every year!"

Michelle, Helensvale State High School

★★★★★ "I recently attended a professional development workshop run by Clint Bolster at The Game Changer Australia and New Zealand Drama Conference. I can honestly say his workshop was the highlight of the entire conference! Clint was enthusiastic encouraging, hilarious and extremely approachable from the moment we entered the room! Absolutely World Class!"

Ashlea Ross, Maitland School

★★★★★ "Clint has been tutoring in my Performing Skills Unit at QUT for the past seven years, and the students have found him to be one of the best tutors they have ever experienced. He is an extremely dedicated and professional teacher who brings a wealth of industry knowledge. Not all practitioners can teach: Clint is an exception to this rule! “

Caroline Heim - QUT

★★★★★ "It is a delight to watch Clint work with students; in artful way he has of drawing them out of their comfort zones to have fun and learn much about themselves is extraordinary. The genuine love of his art form, along with his depth of knowledge and experience, provides the surety and confidence that teachers need when organising guest artists."