Trent Baumann - The Birdmann
Producer, Director, Actor, Dramaturgy, Performer
Trent H Baumann is an internationally award-winning performer, writer and director, a nominee for “Most Original Comedy” at the Edinburgh Fringe. Trent has appeared at The Sydney Opera House and toured to twenty countries with his idiosyncratic shows like The Birdmann and Egg. He has a diverse background in the arts with a BA in Theatre QUT, training at the Rock ‘n’ Roll Circus/Circa and was a Pixar masterclass participant. As the Artistic Director of Monfu, Trent is dedicated to innovative ideas and inclusive artistic communities. As a teacher and guide, Trent has led countless workshops in creating acts, developing stage persona and stage presence around the world. As a director, writer or performer, his shows won many awards including Best Circus at Adelaide Fringe and Melbourne Fringe Festivals. As a writer, Trent has created a cult following with “Trent H Baumann Quotes”, where he shares quotes of humour and hope.