Beth Twentyman
Beth is a mask-maker, movement teacher and performance artist based in Melbourne.
She was initially drawn to theatre in 1992, training in Performance Studies at Victoria University. Fascinated by communication and sensory learning, she went on to study to become a speech pathologist and work with adults and children re-training patterns of vocalisation and supporting their communication and learning needs.
She specialises in supporting challenges associated with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Attention Deficit Disorder, Learning and Behavioural Disorders, using sensory approaches and play to open up new patterns of social engagement.
Physical communication skills, body language, creativity and play are foundational blocks that shape Beth’s work. Discovering Giovanni Fusetti’s approach to theatre and the therapeutic benefits of play, led her to study at Helikos International School of Theatre Creation, Italy in 2013. Alongside a rigorous training in physical theatre, movement and devising, she trained in mask-making with Matteo Destro, and has continued to hone this craft ever since.
Training and assisting with Matteo Destro and Giovanni Fusetti for their Australian workshops in the theatre genres of Bouffon, Clown, Mask & Physical Theatre, Beth completed the Advanced Pedagogy Training at Helikos in Italy 2019.
She teaches mask and movement in schools, holds interactive events and talks for the public, including the workshop series “Movement on Sundays”, and has been guest lecturer at John Bolton School of Theatre.
Training
- Helikos International School of Theatre Creation, Italy (2013-2014), Pedagogy Training – (2019)
- 3-month Mask & Movement at ATELIER, Italy (2016)
- MA Speech Pathology, La Trobe University, Melbourne (2004 – 2006)
- BA in Performance Studies, Victoria University (1992 – 2000)
Mask Performer, Teacher & Martial Artist.
Daryl Pellizzer
Daryl’s career in performing arts started in secondary school with community theatre and rock operas.
He enrolled at Rusden State College in drama, dance and teaching. During his studies he accepted an invitation to join Dance Exchange and travelled to New York, returning with the company on a tour of Australia. At this time he started training in Ideokinesis and Aikido both of which he continues to incorporate into his work today.
He has worked performing and creating theatre within Australia and toured internationally with companies including; Arena, Malthouse, Dance Works, The Mill, Transfigurations, Western Edge, Glass Kingdom, Handspan and Phunktional.
Daryl’s screen credits include; All the Rivers Run, Anzacs, Prisoner, Neighbours, Janus, Mr Electric, The Clinic, Evil Angels, and Belladonna.
As a teacher Daryl has worked in Australian primary and secondary schools, tertiary colleges and universities and in various community and arts contexts.
His Interest in storytelling and physical theatre led him to workshops with Monika Pagneux and Phillippe Gaulier. In 2011 he intensified this training by enrolling in Helikos, International School of Theatre Creation with Giovanni Fusetti. He graduated in 2014 and continues the work with his colleague, Beth Twentyman.
training
- Helikos, International School of Theatre Creation, Italy (2011 – 2014)
- Aikido – Fifth Dan at Pure Aikido Dojo (2011)
- Dip. in Professional Pilates Instruction (2009)
- M App Sc. Social Ecology, University of Western Sydney (2005)
- B Ed. (ESL and Drama) Rusden State College of Victoria (1980)
Melbourne Masks & Theatre 