Biography

Filipino‑Australian Theatre Maker, Director & Creative Facilitator

About Roman

Born in Cebu City, Philippines, Roman Berry discovered theatre after migrating to South Australia. Trained at the Drama Centre, Flinders University, his career has spanned Melbourne, London and beyond — from Miss Saigon and Melbourne Theatre Company to a decade directing new works in London's Off West End. He served as Artistic Director for the Commonwealth Youth Games Ceremonies and is Artistic Director of Divergent Theatre Collective, championing new, diverse and community-driven work.

Leadership & Curation

Roman facilitates weekly theatre workshops for international students at The Couch International Student Centre and directs community showcases including Kasaysayan. He also facilitates creative expression workshops for young people and community groups through Flying Fox.

Artistic Practice

Roman's work spans directing, movement direction, devising, dramaturgy and facilitation — grounded in embodied cultural knowledge, physical storytelling and collaborative authorship. He is the creator of the Tinikling Devising Methodology, first conceived during his Vitalstatistix Adhocracy residency and continuing to evolve through ongoing research and community practice. His work with La Mama's Mother Tongue Festival, the Filipino‑Australian community, and emerging artists reflects a commitment to trauma‑aware, culturally grounded theatre-making.

Availability

Roman is available for workshops, facilitation, devising support and cultural consultancy. More information: romanberry.com/about

Main Image: Daniel Labayan
Gallery Image: Aimee Bush

"Never fear in telling your truth, be proud of your stories, have fun and learn from the process AND collaborate, collaborate & collaborate"

Roman Berry, Filipino Australian

(He/ Him)

AFFILIATIONS

Director | Movement Director | Choreographer | Creative Facilitator | Cultural Adviser | Performer

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