Paul Mone
Performer, Writer, Coach
I'm an actor and improviser based in Belfast. I perform in musical comedies, teach improvisation, train organisations in creativity and public speaking, and write about Critical Theory.
About Me
I'm the Creative Director of Belfast Improv, an organisation that trains and coaches improvisers, and produces improv comedy shows in Belfast and farther afield.As an actor I've been lucky to work in a number of TV shows, as well as a few short films - two of which had had improvised dialogue!The greatest joy in my life is performing and teaching improvised comedy. I've taught across Ireland and the UK, the US, Europe and Asia, and have been fortunate enough to share a stage with International Improv luminaries Joe Bill, Neil Curran, Katy Schutte, Jim Fishwick, Jay Wang, Monica Gaga, Jonathan Pitts, and Luana Proença among others.I also work as both an organiser and consultant on Political Theory, and have recently written a number of essays on Critical Theory, which are linked on the home page.Follow me on socials, or drop me a line if you'd like to work with me!Bisous!
Improv
I'm the Creative Director of Belfast Improv, an organisation that trains and coaches improvisers, and produces improv comedy shows in Belfast and farther afield.The greatest joy in my life is performing and teaching improvised comedy. I've taught across Ireland and the UK, the US, Europe and Asia, and have been fortunate enough to share a stage with International Improv luminaries Joe Bill, Neil Curran, Katy Schutte, Jim Fishwick, Jay Wang, Monica Gaga, Jonathan Pitts, and Luana Proença among others.You can find out more at Belfast Improv, or check out Improv events in Belfast here. I perform at least twice a month so chances are you'll see me there.
Contact
Want to work with me? Send me a message and I'll try to get back to you ASAP.
Corporate
Paul Mone works as a trainer and facilitator for companies, community organisations, and schools in the following areas:- Confident Public Speaking
- Creativity in Practice
- Workplace Culture Change
- Team Building
- Communication Skills for Teams and LeadersYou can read more about these courses here.Paul has an academic background in both Communication Studies (BSc Hons) and Education (PG Dip) with specialist expertise in both Leadership and Interpersonal Communication.On top of this, Paul has over 10 years experience working as a stage performer across Musical Theatre, Improvisation, and Stand-up Comedy. Paul uses Applied Improvisation and Applied Theatre to bring his workshops to lifeHis previous and current clients include Lego, Queens University Belfast, The Royal College of Immunologists, OutForm Consultancy, Deloitte, Allstate, Henderson Group, and more.Send Paul a message or contact him on LinkedIn.
My clients
All of Paul's workshops are completely tailored to his client's needs. The workshops below are examples of the most popular workshops, which can be customised based on requirements. All workshops are available as either half-day or full day workshops, or as long-term engagements.
Effective Public Speaking
A great presentation starts with a positive mindset.This interactive session is designed to improve how participants engage with audiences, and get them thinking differently about how they approach speaking engagements, whether it be an informal gathering or a large-group presentation.Public speaking can make people anxious, and they can carry these feelings into their meeting, making it less personally enjoyable and less publicly effective. With a few small changes in how we frame the task of speaking, we can make the experience more enjoyable and more effective - for ourselves and our audience.Being confident in your content is important, but being clear and engaging is of equal value. We'll cover the key ways in which you can make your presentations more engaging to your audience. We’ll look at how to structure your thoughts, and how to use your body language and voice to better communicate your ideas.
Team Building / Skills for teams and leaders
We spend most of our lives embedded within groups and teams, making teamwork skills crucial for success in work and at play.This workshop functions as a way to deepen the bonds that a team already have, or to create a sense of camaraderie among new teams.Participants get a fresh look at listening skills, group dynamics, and individual self-confidence, and learn concrete ways to apply these to the teams they are in.Paul's team-building workshops se improvisation to develop relationships between team members, and to encourage listening and respect for other's ideas. This workshop is adapted based on whether the focus is on developing specific skills for team leaders, or developing relationships between existing teams.
Creativity in Practice
Creativity is a highly sought after skill in today's workplace, whether it be an ability to innovate on a product range, or apply a unique approach to a problem.
In this workshop, Paul will take participants through a variety of exercises designed to stimulate creativity, as well as to frame creativity as as informed practice or mindset, as opposed to an inherent quality in people.
As a professional improviser, Paul will share lessons from stage performance and apply them to the day-to-day work of the participants.