INSPIRE YOUR AUDIENCE
Saturday 21 November 2026 | 10.30am–4.30pm | Dublin
EARLY BIRD €200 UNTIL 7th of November
Full price €240
Most great speakers aren’t born. They develop.
Do nerves or self-doubt ever hold you back from speaking up, presenting an idea or addressing an audience? Would you like to communicate with greater confidence, clarity and impact?
Whether you’re taking your first steps in public speaking or looking to build on your existing skills, this practical, interactive workshop will help you discover what you’re capable of.
Drawing on techniques from drama, improvisation and voice coaching, you’ll explore how to manage nerves, use your voice and body effectively, structure your ideas and connect with your audience.
What will you gain?
· Speak with confidence: Develop practical strategies to manage nerves and overcome self-doubt.
· Use your voice effectively: Explore vocal expression, clarity and presence to strengthen your delivery.
· Engage your audience: Learn how to structure your ideas and use storytelling to make your message memorable.
· Develop your presence: Discover how body language, posture and eye contact can enhance your impact.
· Build skills through practice: Experiment with new approaches in a supportive environment and receive constructive feedback.
Learn from two experts
A key feature of this workshop is the opportunity to learn from two experienced specialists in communication and voice, working together to support your development.
Gabrielle Breathnach – Communications Coach
Gabrielle is a the director of Discovery Drama. She trained performer (Samuel Beckett Centre, Trinity College Dublin) and is an experienced communications coach.
For over 25 years, she has delivered communication workshops across a wide range of organisations, including community, Educational and industry.
Gabrielle uses drama as a practical tool to develop communication skills, break down barriers, and build confidence. Her particular strength lies in creating a level playing field, a space where people feel at ease, valued and empowered to take risks, experiment and discover new ways of communicating.
Fiona Browne – Voice Coach
Fiona is an experienced voiceover artist and actor with over 25 years’ experience in the industry. She has voiced hundreds of advertising campaigns, narrated television programmes and is the voice of a well-known financial institution.
Her approach to voice coaching is influenced by her ongoing training with the Roy Hart Theatre in France, exploring the connection between body, voice and imagination. Fiona helps people develop their own authentic voice and communicate with greater confidence, clarity and expression.
Individual guidance. Practical experience. Real progress.
With Gabrielle and Fiona working together, you’ll benefit from their complementary expertise throughout the day. You’ll have opportunities to practise, experiment and receive individual guidance and feedback, helping you identify your strengths and develop the areas where you’d like to grow.
Whether you’re a first-time speaker, an experienced professional or someone who simply wants to feel more comfortable speaking in front of others, you’ll be encouraged to work at your own pace and develop an authentic style that feels right for you.
In a world increasingly shaped by AI and digital communication, the ability to connect with people, express ideas clearly and communicate authentically remains invaluable.
No previous public speaking or drama experience is necessary.
Workshop details
Date: Saturday 21 November 2026
Time: 10.30am–4.30pm
Venue: Dublin — exact venue to be confirmed
Early-bird price: €200 until Nov 7th, 2026
Full price: €240 from 8th November 2026
Tea and coffee included.
Ready to find your voice?
Take a day to invest in yourself, build your confidence and develop the skills to communicate with greater clarity, presence and impact.
To book your place or find out more, contact info@discoverydrama.ie.
Discovery Drama — practical, engaging learning through drama and communication.
Tea and coffee included.