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Helping people discover presence, confidence and connection

I work with theatre performers, business professionals, and university academics to develop grounded, authentic presence and connection -
on stage, at work, and in life.

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MY APPROACH

My work is about helping people connect to others and with the present moment.

To express yourself confidently.

To share ideas powerfully.

To experience life fully.

MY WORK
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Theatre Directing

I direct classical and contemporary work with a strong ensemble focus, often with integrated live music. My work is rooted in collaboration, with a strong emphasis on powerful visual imagery and clear textual story-telling.

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1-to-1 Coaching

I work with individuals to help them find more clarity, confidence and presence when speaking. Whether preparing for a specific event, or looking to build key skills.

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Workshops & Training

I design and deliver group workshops and training programmes for those in business and academia. I run both open access workshops and training sessions for organisations.

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Podcasting

I co-host the Present and Connect podcast series with Helen Percival. Series 1 is due to be released in the first half of 2026.

How I Work

I want to build lasting confidence and presence. That's why I work in a very holistic way. I draw on a variety of techniques, practices and approaches, built through 15 years of experience in theatre and coaching.

I want to build strong foundations so that you can feel grounded, present and connected in whatever context you find yourself in.

Embodied.
Experiental.
Human.
Practical.

Open Workshops

Practical, embodied sessions exploring presence, voice and confidence in a shared space.

These open workshops are an opportunity to free your voice, practise being present, and own your own style of communication with confidence.

These workshops are for people who want to:

  • feel steadier when speaking in front of others

  • develop vocal confidence and clarity

  • reduce anxiety around being seen or heard

  • practise communication in a small, supportive group

No previous experience is needed.

Ayjemal Kulhanova, Henley Business School

“A truly energising and insightful session - packed with creativity, relevance, and practical takeaways. Thank you for bringing such a unique perspective to leadership and communication."

Dr Faith Taylor,
King's College London

"A real investment in my career as a scientist and lecturer, where communicating in a clear and engaging way can be as important as the research itself."

PSB Insights

“Marcus took the time to understand each of our strengths and areas for improvement and provided constructive feedback that I am continuously working through. I would absolutely recommend these sessions to other organisations - 10/10.”

CONNECT

If you're curious about working together, or would like to ask a question, please get in touch. You can use the contact form or book a discovery call below.

If you want occasional reflections on presence, communication, and upcoming work, you can also sign up to my mailing list.

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© 2026 by Marcus Bazley Directing & Coaching.

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