Cyprus Island Monologues – Team Building
Step into the spotlight. Discover a day in the life of an actor.
What participants will do
Experience a day in the life of an actor, from warm-ups to rehearsal and performance.
Take part in physical and vocal warm-ups used by professional actors before every show.
Learn how to create a believable character, exploring their background, motivation and personality.
Interpret a short script, finding meaning, intention and emotion in the words.
Use the body and voice to bring a character to life through posture, movement, gesture, pace and tone.
Work in pairs and small groups to rehearse, give feedback and support one another.
Perform a short solo piece, and present their scene to the rest of the group to celebrate together.
What participants will gain
Confidence to stand up, be seen and be heard in front of others.
Vocal clarity and presence, using techniques they can take straight into meetings and presentations.
Body awareness: an understanding of how posture and movement shape the way others see them.
Creativity and imagination, approaching challenges from fresh perspectives.
Empathy, by stepping into someone else’s shoes and seeing the world through their eyes.
Listening and collaboration skills developed through pair and group work.
A sense of achievement and shared pride in performing together.
How your organisation benefits
Stronger team bonds: colleagues connect on a personal level through a memorable shared experience.
Better communication: employees who express themselves with more clarity, confidence and impact.
Trust and support: a team that encourages one another to take risks and try new things.
Creative thinking: a culture more open to ideas, play and innovation.
Higher morale and engagement: an energising, uplifting day that people will talk about long afterwards.
Breaking down barriers: people from different departments and levels collaborating as equals.
Who it’s for
Teams of all sizes and levels who want a fun, meaningful and creative team-building day that builds confidence and connection. It’s ideal for away days, staff development and celebrations.
Delivered by Helena Panayis, a professionally trained actor, qualified acting coach and CPCC-certified coach with 20 years’ experience teaching speech and drama. Helena brings the magic of theatre into the workplace to create experiences that are joyful, inclusive and lasting.