Putting our work out into the world can be personally empowering - yet we often run the gamut of difficult emotions when we do so. “Sitting in vulnerability when we communicate, our voice becomes very clear.” In this sweet conversation with New Zealand actor, writer and producer Adrian Hooke, we discuss Shakespeare, vocal fry, navigating performance and so much more! Adrian and I became friends when I was playing Gertrude to his Hamlet at the Pop Up Globe in New Zealand. Hamlet is a vocally demanding role and Adrian has much to say about the physical & psychological voice.
Since graduating Te Kura Toi Whakaari (the New Zealand Drama School) in 2011, Adrian has worked consistently in the creative sector wearing many different hats. He has run a production company, played Hamlet to critical acclaim, directed for screen, composed an award nominated musical, written a TV show, a web series and more advertising than he can remember.
For the last three years he has been leading creative teams to deliver video content for some of New Zealand’s biggest brands.
None of this would be possible without an understanding of communication and the power of the voice!
HOW TO FIND ADRIAN & SJ
Adrian & SJ - Pop Up Globe Sizzle Reel
Behind the Scenes: SJ Gets Ready to be a Queen
HOW TO CONNECT WITH SJ
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S1 Ep. 8: Putting Your Work Out into the World, with Adrian Hooke