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Established in 2014 by Artistic Director Finn Morrell, Temper Theatre creates work inspired by pressing socio-political and environmental issues. Using intense physical movement, ensemble dance and fragmented imagery their work aims to resonate with contemporary culture. The name ‘temper’ means ‘a state of mind’. Temper combine movement, light and sound with the express interest of enticing moments of honest, emotional response from audiences in the UK and around the world.
'the production conjures a place of darkness and howling winds'
- The Guardian
'The audience are kidnapped from their comfort behind the fourth wall and are helplessly thrust into new emotional territory'
- The Upcoming
Finn is a British multi-award-winning Theatre Director who founded Temper Theatre in 2014 in Cambridge, UK, and has been touring his own critically acclaimed work both in the UK and internationally since 2017.
He was mentored by Rich Rusk (International Director and Associate Director, Gecko Theatre) and has since collaborated with leading dancers and practitioners in the UK and Asia to develop a multidisciplinary approach to Physical Theatre.
Finn is an associate lecturer at East 15 Drama School and worked alongside Penny Greenland MBE for 5 years as a Developmental Movement Specialist for JABADAO (The National Centre of Movement, Learning, and Health), which actively creates more opportunities for people of all ages and energies across the UK to be physically playful—often with the early years, SEN, and Dementia sectors.In addition to his directing work, Finn has taught extensively, delivering numerous workshops across the UK at primary, secondary, and university levels.
Before the pandemic, Finn was working in China on SHAN HAI JING, an original production in collaboration with Shanghai Dramatic Arts Centre. He is now working in London on the development of Temper's newest work, HOME, which toured 7 cities in China during the summer of 2024 and continues to tour across the UK.
“I like to create worlds on stage using light, movement, special effects, and immersive sound design. My work blends various elements to evoke a surreal yet relatable experience, aiming to inspire audiences and ignite their imaginations. It encourages them to view the world around us through a unique and unconventional lens."
