The DSL Lab

The DSL LAB was created as a space for selected actors who are dedicated to exploring the technique of the Demidov School of Acting in greater depth over a longer period of time. The LAB works with actors who demonstrate a desire to be part of an ensemble that invests in an experiential exploration of what Demidov called the ‘culture’ of creative freedom, which is at the heart of the Demidov Technique; to learn to trust and follow their creative instincts, working to master Demidov’s core principles that lead to freedom, spontaneity and unpredictability, which are indispensable for the Art of Living onstage. The LAB is led by DSL Director Andrei Biziorek.

Actor

Kelsey Marlowe Jessup

Kelsey is an ex-pat actor, baker, poet, painter from Upstate New York. She moved to London after finishing her Music Theatre B.F.A. at The University at Buffalo and studied at the East 15 Acting School to discover global collaboration and enrich her creative process through the M.F.A. Acting International degree. Her mission is to spread light and wholehearted connection through sharing her creations and telling complex stories. Kelsey is beyond grateful for the generosity, faith, and family that the Demidov Studio London has given her, in addition to the artistic and personal liberation which the Demidov Technique cultivates. Check out her poetry, bakes, performance, and visual art on her Instagram accounts: @kelsey_m_j & @kmj_bakes.

Actor & Director

Yanouchka Wenger Sabbatini

Yanouchka is an actress and director based in Brighton, UK. Trained in Geneva, Paris (Cours Florent) and London (R.A.D.A), she works in the UK, France and Switzerland in English and in French. In recent years she has directed the UK first performance of Laurent Gaudé’s Médée Kali at the Cockpit Theatre in London and was guest director at the Brighton Scratch Night. She is also an art historian and a yoga teacher.