This author shares incredible life experiences as an adventurer and businessman. His journey from a teenage recruit in the French Foreign Legion, where he encountered the harsh realities of war, to leading influential companies in Southeast Asia, is a testament to his courage and determination. Later in life, he pushed his limits by achieving a polar expedition, becoming the oldest person to walk unsupported to the South Pole. Despite these impressive feats, he considers his greatest achievement to be his long-standing marriage.
Exploring the evolution of mime and physical theatre in the UK from the 1970s to 2000, this book examines the interplay of social, political, cultural, artistic, and economic factors that shaped its rise, success, and eventual decline. It provides a comprehensive analysis of how these forces influenced the art form, offering insights into its significance within the broader theatrical landscape.
Exploring the intersection of performance and decay, the book examines cultural events staged in sites of abandonment across various countries, including the UK and Bosnia Herzegovina. It focuses on modern economic ruins and war-torn landscapes, featuring case studies derived from the author's extensive fieldwork and interviews with artists. The text situates these performances within the broader context of Ruin Studies, analyzing the motivations behind using ruined spaces and the dramaturgical implications of such choices in relation to time, politics, and culture.