Communicating with Confidence

This workshop aims to support artists to speak clearly, confidently, and credibly in professional situations. We will focus on practical tools artists can use immediately when speaking in meetings, group settings, and public forums. This workshop focuses on how you show up so that you sound credible. You look composed and people listen when you speak.

What you will work on:

• Vocal control, pace, tone, and silence
• Speaking clearly and audibly with power and conviction
• Managing nerves and self-consciousness
• Using posture, stillness, and gesture to support clarity
• Sounding confident without needing to “perform”
• Being heard and taken seriously in group settings

What you will gain:

• Increased confidence when speaking
• Clearer and calmer communication
• Practical tools that transfer across all artforms
• Increased trust and perceived authority
• Greater impact in meetings and conversations

Who is this workshop for?

Artists and creatives at any stage who want to communicate more confidently when speaking about their work, contributing in discussions, or engaging with peers and institutions.

Location: Lakelands Park Community and Sports Facility, Seppings Parade and, Banksiadale Gate, Lakelands WA 6180

Date: Thursday, 12 November 2026

Time: 5pm-8pm

Cost: $20

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Accessibility: wheelchair accessible, open to accommodations for accessibility needs

Acknowledgements: this workshop is presented by Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts as part of the City of Mandurah’s Creative Learning Calendar program.

Meet the Facilitor

WAAPA—the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts—is a world-leading institution renowned for its excellence in creative arts education and professional training. With decades of experience, WAAPA has consistently pioneered innovative training programs that bridge academic excellence with real-world industry practices. WAAPA Corporate delivers high-impact training workshops and professional development programs to a wide range of industries, including bespoke communication and presentation training for corporate leaders and creative professionals alike. Their training methodologies—developed and refined over many years—have earned numerous accolades and recognition from industry peers, government cultural institutions, and international arts festivals.