“Yazid has a secure and grounded countenance about him. He is generous with his knowledge and encourages us to share our own as well, while ensuring that the class is a safe space for everyone. Although the training form was new to me, the lessons were scaffolded enough that I could understand the concepts and still have space to try something new. I enjoyed his sessions thoroughly."

-Andrea Ee

“Yazid has been a very professional teacher who carries a deep respect and focus on his work. His keen sense of observation has helped me to identify many areas of my bodily movements which I had not been previously aware of. There is always a structure to his classes which I enjoy as it helps me to understand the content that he is teaching. It has indeed been a very insightful experience and I do hope to be able to attend his classes again in the future."

-Cheryn Ng, Freelance Actress

"Yazid was highly focused in his facilitation of drama, which helped to anchor my own focal point as a performer during the workshop. Every exercise felt well-planned and purposeful, and I could feel myself growing in my craft. As we progressed further, Yazid would suggest things for us to try out, which challenged me to go outside of my comfort zone in a good way. Yazid would show joy and enthusiasm at the little breakthroughs and revelations we made along the way, and this was a constant source of motivation to give my best. What made this workshop really stand out to me was Yazid's perceptiveness and experience. He knew when to give appropriate instructional cues and how to work with the different performers in the space, which deepened the learning experience for me. It also helped that he was open to questions and could answer them with great insight. I have taken away so much from this workshop. Thanks Yazid!"

"Yazid was very clear and efficient in his communication, which made it easy for us to grasp the significance of the exercises and connect the dots between our experience and the philosophy of neutral mask. Definitely no attempts to mystify anything — even if some things are best discovered ourselves, Yazid will patiently explain with his own examples to address our questions. I also felt the pace of the class and his efficiency allowed us to focus on the work without spending time beating ourselves up, making excuses, or worrying, or planning. Sometimes in a class where you have to keep creating and exploring, it can get stressful because you want to keep “achieving” something, but Yazid also created a really free, non-judgemental space where he affirmed discoveries and open attitudes, rather than being dismissive when we didn’t discover anything or weren’t aware. I felt energised at the end of every class, no matter how much stress I had carried into class at the beginning. Yazid also encouraged a spirit of generous sharing from observers by making sure to stay present and observant himself, and also by demonstrating to us potential directing options if we were to organise such a generative process ourselves."

-Heng Jia Min

"I oversaw Yazid's Introduction to Physical Theatre workshop as part of a theatre module for adult learners. Yazid worked well in aligning his experience to the needs of the programme and its learners. He showed professionalism, was open to suggestions and produced aesthetically pleasing work. I look forward to working and collaborating with him in the future."

-Peggy Ferroa, Community Artist and Arts Educator.

"I highly recommend doing the 1-1 audition prep class with Yazid. Having years of experience in the theatre industry, he shared insider tips and knowledge as well as helped me prepare on what to expect, tools I can use and practical tips on how to successfully approach your audition. The three hours was packed with personalised coaching and information as he was able to help me see what I needed to work on as well as highlight what i am doing good so that I can continue to grow those skills. As a teacher, he is very invested in my growth and success as a performer and I feel extremely supported working with him as a coach/teacher. I also managed to book a show and go through successfully through many auditions to the callback stages with the tools learnt! I only see myself growing and getting better with his guidance. I highly recommend his training for anyone who wants to improve their skills in auditioning or who want a trustworthy guide who will help them in this journey as a performer.  

-Shanice Stanislaus, Multidisciplinary Artist and Art-maker

"I had a great time attending Yazid's Le Jeu workshop in 2013 and also his workshop on Introduction to Physical Theatre in 2018. He not only created a safe space for us to explore movements but also guided us through exercises and application of what we have learned. I really appreciate the way he taught and how the classes were held. He was not only clear and structured in his teaching but also gave us space to explore and discover what Physical Theatre meant for ourselves. I would definitely be back for more workshops to continue honing my skills as an Actor. Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us, Yazid!"

-Joel Low, Actor

“I am a professional opera singer and I came across Yazid’s class a few years back. It was an Introduction to Physical Theatre workshop. I felt it was a really valuable skill as a fellow theatre practitioner to learn all these stagecraft. Applicable to anyone who needs to be on stage. Yazid is a consummate teacher and performer and it’s never a boring day in class with him. Intense, energetic and knowledgeable. I would highly recommend Yazid’s programme to anyone in any field of theatre practice.”

-Christina The, Opera Singer.

“I took Yazid's Introduction to Physical Theatre workshop and I enjoyed it very much. There is a good variety in the content and techniques taught. Apart from performance, he also introduced basic safety techniques to carry a fellow actor or how to fall safely. Yazid is encouraging and patient and anyone would benefit from his experience. “

-Isaac Tan, Theatre Practitioner.

“I took Yazid’s movement and Le Jeu workshop. He is a very disciplined practitioner and has high regard and respect for his craft. He brings this high level of focus and intentionality into the classroom, which makes a world of a difference to the learning experience, as it sets the tone for the other practitioners (students) in the room, which can make or break a training experience. I can’t tell you how many amateurish settings I’ve been in - regardless of the qualification of the teacher or the techniques taught - whereby the attitude and lack of focus and professionalism in the room takes away from the potential of the class. Serious students will not be disappointed. He is precise in his craft and teaching and clear in his instructions. This is something that I really respect about Yazid as an artist. This discipline grounds us in technique, so we are able to play with the utmost mastery and freedom when it comes time for us to create and improvise. Contrary to stereotypes, while he is disciplined in practice, he is not militaristic in his approach - he is gentle and encouraging as a teacher. I would recommend Yazid to anybody interested in the theatre or performing arts.”

-Yulin Ng, Actor and Creator.

“I took Yazid's Stage Combat workshop. Yazid taught at a great pace, managing to accommodate those with experience moving their bodies and those trying out stage combat for the first time. He catered to each person in the room, ensuring safety and comfort for all. I highly recommend Yazid to anyone interested in learning more about theatre or the performing arts, regardless of their skill level.”

-Myle Yan Tay, Theatre Maker

"I took Yazid's Introduction to Physical Theatre workshop back in 2018 and the discoveries I made during class are those that I continue to hold on tightly. I thoroughly appreciated the thoughtful structure of the workshop where it was a good blend of guided exercises, experimentation, play, and structured improvisation. Some of the exercises that Yazid had introduced to me are still incorporated as part of my practice and part of what I teach to my own student actors. I definitely recommend it to anyone interested in developing awareness of their own body and making new discoveries about themselves - not just as performing actors but as bodies in space."

-Shannen Tan, Actress and Theatre Practitioner

“I took Yazid’s Introduction to Physical Theatre workshop back in 2018. It was insightful, well-paced and goal-oriented. Yazid's patience, dedication and passion for his craft is unparalleled and personable. I left the class having forged friendships with the other attendees while having learnt about movement in a safe and favourable environment. Not to forget, Yazid's approachable personality made it easy as an attendee to pose questions and maintain a level of curiosity and deep thought throughout the course. I highly recommend Yazid to anybody interested in the theatre or performing arts and discovering how your body moves.“

Ronald Goh, Actor/Singer-songwriter and Music Journalist

“Yazid took me through the Introduction to Movement Workshop. As an anxious and self-conscious student, being placed in a new environment filled with unfamiliar faces can be very daunting. Thankfully, Yazid created a very supportive atmosphere where failure was not merely expected but welcomed. He was also highly patient and intuitive, giving very specific and tailored feedback to ensure that each of us improved throughout the workshop. Highly recommended!”

-Fadhil Daud, Theatre Practitioner.

"I attended Yazid's Introduction to Movement Workshop where he covered various techniques and movement vocabularies, ranging from Corporeal Mime to psychophysical acting techniques. His workshop was informative and enriching, and lessons were delivered in an engaging manner that is, at the same time, mindful of the different skill levels and backgrounds of the students. Yazid is a friendly and knowledgeable instructor, and is incredibly generous in his sharing of experiences and information. I've benefited tremendously from his teachings and have gone on to utilize the techniques learnt in my work ever since. I highly recommend Yazid to anybody who is interested in furthering their craft in the theatre or performing arts."

-Hu Yuheng, Artist

“我在2016年參與了Yazid 的肢體聲音與動能工作坊，從火水風等元素中練習了如何驅動自己的身體，透過風之舞培養了呼吸的協調和默契，非常推薦 Yazid 的教學，可以從中清楚地獲得大量益於表演的引導。"

-Lin Chien Hsin, Taiwan-based Actor

“I took Yazid’s Stage Combat workshop. It was fun, interesting, and his sharing that time was clear to me. I highly recommend Yazid to anybody interested in the theatre or performing arts.”

-Rhian Hiew, Malaysia-based Theatre Maker.

“I took Yazid's Stage Combat Workshop. There were about 15-20 students in the workshop, but he made sure that every single one of us was attended to. He is an expert in stage combat and taught a great deal in the 3-hour session. Above all, his workshop was extremely fun. I highly recommend Yazid to anybody interested in learning stage combat.”
 

-Kenny Seethoo, Student Actor.

“I took part in the Unarmed Stage Combat workshop organised by Yazid Jalil. It was a fun and interesting experience. As someone with martial arts experience, it was interesting to see the Movements being translated from a practical (martial arts) to a theatrical setting. I highly recommend anyone keen to learn Stage Combat to try out Yazid's workshop.”

-Shah Hudlin