Mark Stafford
Physical Comedy - Precarious Virtuosity

Mark studied physical theatre and circus skills in London and Paris, a graduate of Britain's premiere circus school, he divides his time between working as a death defying performer and as a death defying priest - pastoring a Vineyard church in Ipswich when he’s not enthralling comedy audiences, and often combining both trades in his work in schools, arts training colleges and theological seminaries.

The Ancient Hebrews used the word Masal to describe the proverbs of Solomon as "a style that gets under the skin by thrusts of wit and paradox, common sense and teasing; symbolism not frontal assault" Mark’s combination of comedy, visual puzzles and edge of the seat tension is a sort of Inter - Continental* Ballistic Masal - a bit like Solomon with circus skills (and less wives). It should also be noted that people write their own biographies and the use of the third person singular should never be mistaken for objectivity.

Shows - Anything from 15 minute cabaret pieces to full one hour shows.Underwater Juggling, Flaming Torches, Whirling Propellers, Flying Pigs,Giant Unicycles and Tiny Violins

Schools:- Assemblies, Lessons, Residencies. Mark is the Chair of Governors of Raneleigh Primary School in Ipswich and a weekly presence at Orwell Park School in Nacton as well as speaking and performing regularly at assemblies, in lessons and during residencies around the country.

Seminars:- Workshops, Courses and Sermons. From practical training in circus skills, balloon modeling, communication or creative evangelism to the theology of comedy or after dinner speaking, multi media interactive teaching to furrow the brow and crease the corners of your eyes.

* shows also available in French

To contact Mark:

Mark Stafford
45A Henslowe Road
East Dulwich
SE22 0AR

Tel: 020 8693 7175
Mobile: 077136 14336

Email: Mark@redthread.tv