Acting Teacher and Blogger - Kevin Jackson

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Kevin Jackson is regarded to be one of Australia's most foremost acting teachers. Having completed extensive periods managing the former NIDA Acting course and teaching at the American Conservatory Theatre in San Francisco, his knowledge and passion for the craft of acting is extensive. He has guided many of Australia's best and noted actors, with insights and an approach which is direct, firm and fosters discovery. In recent years his passion has extended to the development of an online blog that reviews live performance - The KJ Theatre Diary. These writings not only provide us with an assessment of production and performance, but also provide a valued lesson in the history of the play and an extensive reflection on the creatives involved in the original work. To read a KJ review provides one with an idea of his reaction, but also extends our knowledge of this most vital art form.