BUT FIRST… ABOUT YOU
Smart people get ignored all the time. Don’t let it be you.
Do you feel nervous in front of crowd? I know I did.
I started life as a shy child with an intense fear of public speaking. I would stand up on stage and break down in tears.
But theatre training changed everything.
I learned how to manage nerves, find my voice, and communicate with confidence. And now, I teach others to do the same – without the need to learn Shakespeare or wear costumes.
My workshops are improv-based, practical and tailored to get real results. Your team will walk away with the power to speak up, think fast, and communicate with impact.
Get in contact now to teach your organisation these skills.
MY BACKGROUND
Hi. I’m Dane McFarlane.
I help mission-driven companies build stronger communication skills through interactive, hands-on workshops that create real change.
With over a decade of experience working with institutions like Adelaide Festival Centre, City of Adelaide, and Stone & Chalk, I know how to make learning engaging and practical.
I also spent twenty years as theatre maker. I’m an award-winning director, the former Artistic Director of On The Fly Impro, and a National Maestro Improv Champion.
I’m passionate about helping people grow, and clients like City of Unley, University of Adelaide, and Accor Hotels have already benefited from my workshops.
I invite you to join the hundreds of professionals like them who have sharpened their skills through my training.
Why choose me
1:1
service
10+
years
100+
students
1,000+
audiences
In the media
Where I’ve been featured
Radio Adelaide
Arts & Culture
Scenestr Media
Arts & Culture
UOW TV
Arts & Culture
Stage reviews
A terrific showcase for the fine voice and acting of Dane McFarlane to shine.
He can sustain a whole bunch of spontaneous lines and sound like a rehearsed Broadway musical!
David Grybowski, Barefoot Review
Review of Funky Fresh Improv
LOOK OVER THERE!
Yes, you can still find me on stage.
As Artistic Director of Bearcage Collective, I write, direct, and perform new Australian theatre that grabs attention and makes an impact.
Bearcage go beyond traditional theatre, using mixed artforms and bold storytelling to create shows that surprise and engage audiences.
We work with skilled actors, designers, and technicians to bring powerful stories to life from all walk of life.
Every production starts with an idea and grows into something unforgettable on stage. See what’s coming to a theatre near you.
HIRE ME FOR CORPORATE WORKSHOPS
Let’s work together.
Great communication isn’t learned by reading slides, it’s learned by doing.
Through engaging, hands-on improv exercises, your team will speak with confidence, think on their feet, and turn complex ideas into clear messages.
It’s a safe practical space to build real skills that stick while having a great time.
Let’s create a session that helps your team communicate better. Get in touch today.
