Presence and Connection
Life happens in the present moment and through the connections we make.
I’m on a mission to bring more presence and more connection to our lives — whether at home, in the office or on stage.
I believe that when we develop more presence and connection in our lives, we build stronger teams, we empower those around us and we become the fullest version of ourselves.
I'VE WORKED WITH:
MY WORK
I’m a theatre director.
I've been directing professionally for over twelve years — working across new writing, Shakespeare and musicals with companies including the Orange Tree Theatre, Guildford Shakespeare Company, CAST Doncaster and Guildford School of Acting - one of the UK's leading drama schools.
I spent seven years in Artist Development at the Barbican Centre, working alongside companies including Cheek by Jowl, Complicité and the RSC.
That work — building ensembles, finding the life in a scene, creating the conditions where people can do their best — is exactly what I bring to leadership workshops and one-to-one direction with leaders.
I use what I’ve learned in the rehearsal room to help leaders and teams become more grounded, more present, and more genuinely connected to the people around them.
In a world of distractions, notifications and AI, this is more important than ever.
ABOUT MARCUS
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."
Workshop Participant, 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 monthly reflections on presence, connection, and leadership, you can also sign up to my 'Director's Notes' below.
One email a month. One Idea. Straight to you.
