Mr Michael Coe

Background

Michael Coe has been active in Australian professional theatre since 1978 and worked extensively in every facet of production making and performance. In particular, Michael has worked for community main stage theatre for young people and theatre in education companies devising new works and performing extant texts. During his professional life he has toured through most of Australia bringing theatre to many outback and remote regions.

Recent work includes designing the set, lighting and costume for the 'Paris' musical staged by Stellar Entertainment.

Michael's recent projects include work with Theatre People and Stella Entertainment.

Research Interests

Michael's research interest is in theatre design (set, props, costumes) and its relationship to architectural space.

He is also investigating the development and application of a methodology for actors and directors to expedite the rehearsal process, unifying both text based and physical theatre.

Selected Publications

The Decameron Project Collection (Essays on Morality and Civic Duty, from the performance devised by Michael Coe)