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I am a multidisciplinary Franco-Iranian artist with training from the Academy of Fine Arts in Florence and Philippe Gaulier's theater school in Paris. With over 8 years of experience in acting, directing, and scenography for improvisation theater, I have developed and delivered classes, organized shows, and been involved in high-profile events worldwide. I am passionate about creating compelling and diverse theatrical experiences. Currently, I work closely with artistic directors to produce innovative improvised theater shows that are both visually and emotionally captivating. I also teach workshops and co-create performances that explore cultural identity and social themes, enhancing audience engagement through sophisticated sets and lighting designs.…I am a multidisciplinary Franco-Iranian artist with training from the Academy of Fine Arts in Florence and Philippe Gaulier's theater school in Paris. With over 8 years of experience in acting, directing, and scenography for improvisation theater, I have developed and delivered classes, organized shows, and been involved in high-profile events worldwide. I am passionate about creating compelling and diverse theatrical experiences. Currently, I work closely with artistic directors to produce innovative improvised theater shows that are both visually and emotionally captivating. I also teach workshops and co-create performances that explore cultural identity and social themes, enhancing audience engagement through sophisticated sets and lighting designs.

Tanine Dunais

Actor, Set Designer, Graphic Designer, +2

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I am a multidisciplinary Franco-Iranian artist with training from the Academy of Fine Arts in Florence and Philippe Gaulier's theater school in Paris. With over 8 years of experience in acting, directing, and scenography for improvisation theater, I have developed and delivered classes, organized shows, and been involved in high-profile events worldwide. I am passionate about creating compelling and diverse theatrical experiences. Currently, I work closely with artistic directors to produce innovative improvised theater shows that are both visually and emotionally captivating. I also teach workshops and co-create performances that explore cultural identity and social themes, enhancing audience engagement through sophisticated sets and lighting designs.…I am a multidisciplinary Franco-Iranian artist with training from the Academy of Fine Arts in Florence and Philippe Gaulier's theater school in Paris. With over 8 years of experience in acting, directing, and scenography for improvisation theater, I have developed and delivered classes, organized shows, and been involved in high-profile events worldwide. I am passionate about creating compelling and diverse theatrical experiences. Currently, I work closely with artistic directors to produce innovative improvised theater shows that are both visually and emotionally captivating. I also teach workshops and co-create performances that explore cultural identity and social themes, enhancing audience engagement through sophisticated sets and lighting designs.

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I am a multidisciplinary Franco-Iranian artist with training from the Academy of Fine Arts in Florence and Philippe Gaulier’s theater school in Paris. With over 8 years of experience in acting, directing, and scenography for improvisation theater, I have developed and delivered classes, organized shows, and been involved in high-profile events worldwide. I am passionate about creating compelling and diverse theatrical experiences.

Currently, I work closely with artistic directors to produce innovative improvised theater shows that are both visually and emotionally captivating. I also teach workshops and co-create performances that explore cultural identity and social themes, enhancing audience engagement through sophisticated sets and lighting designs.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Language

English

Fluent

French

Advanced

Italian

Advanced

Dutch

Beginner

Persian

Fluent

Work Experience

Core Organisation Team at Flock Theatre

June 1, 2023 - Present

Worked directly with the Artistic directors in various capacities including organisation of classes and shows, producing main stage shows with responsibilities such as light installation and operator, set creation, floor management, performing in productions, and teaching workshops and courses.

Co-Artistic Director at IMPRO Amsterdam

January 1, 2024 - July 30, 2025

Co-designed concept and vision and shaped artistic goals with the Artistic Director. Selected teachers, performers, groups, and formats, handled casting, communicated with artists and technical staff, designed and prepared sets, stage and floor managed during festivals, and acted as a discussion partner for all artistic topics.

Technical Logistician at Flock Festival

June 1, 2024 - Present

Managed communication with artists, directors, performers, technicians, and musicians to address artistic needs. Designed and prepared sets for each show aligned with directors' artistic vision. Supervised stage and floor management.

Graphic designer and illustrator at Freelance

January 1, 2018 - Present

Working as graphic designer and illustrator with exhibitions held internationally. Developed creative visuals for various projects over 6+ years.

Gallery Assistant at The Third Line Gallery

April 30, 2013 - July 30, 2025

Provided creative design services for exhibitions, organised exhibition materials, researched and commissioned gallery publications, managed artist book projects, and collaborated with design teams on catalogs and promotional materials.

Artist and art teacher at Mirath Art Center

December 31, 2012 - July 30, 2025

Taught design and mixed media courses to students aged 6-18, focusing on design principles and mixed media techniques to develop art-making skills and personal creative interests.

Core Organisation Team at Flock Theatre

June 1, 2023 - Present

Worked directly with Artistic Directors to organize classes and shows throughout the year, produced main stage shows including light installation and set creation, performed in company productions, and taught workshops and courses.

Co-Artistic Director at IMPRO Amsterdam

May 31, 2024 - July 30, 2025

Co-designed the concept and artistic vision with the Artistic Director, selected teachers and performers, managed communication with artists and technicians, designed show sets, stage and floor managed during the festival, and advised the Artistic Director on artistic topics.

Technical Logistician at Flock Festival

June 1, 2024 - Present

Handled communication with artists, directors, performers, technicians and musicians regarding their artistic needs, designed and prepared sets for individual shows aligned with directors' artistic vision, and supervised stage and floor management.

Graphic designer and illustrator at Self-employed

January 1, 2018 - Present

Worked as a graphic designer and illustrator including organizing exhibitions internationally and producing creative visual content.

Gallery Assistant at The Third Line Gallery

April 30, 2013 - July 30, 2025

Provided creative design services for exhibitions, organized exhibition materials, researched and commissioned gallery publications, managed artists' book projects working with the design team on catalogs, flyers, and advertisements.

Artist and art teacher at Mirath Art Center

December 31, 2012 - July 30, 2025

Taught design and mixed media courses to students aged 6 to 18, focusing on design principles and encouraging experimentation with various materials and techniques for modern and expressive artworks.

Founder and member at All women, Iranian improv group in Amsterdam

January 1, 2018 - Present

Founded and participated in an all women’s Iranian improv group based in Amsterdam, focusing on cultural subjects from the perspective of Persian girls living in Europe, creating and performing shows that reflect those experiences.

Co-founder and member at I-Object improv project

January 1, 2018 - Present

Co-founded an improv project involving members from France, India, and Iran. The project explores stories seen through the perspective of objects over time and space, performing at festivals in Dubai, Bengaluru, and Brest.

Duo project performer at Aline Project

January 1, 2019 - Present

Performed in a duo improv project with Polish improviser Alan Pakosz, creating and performing the show 'Fragile Moments', which tells the story of a one-week relationship in a funny and warm format.

Improv performer at The Courtyard Playhouse, Dubai

January 1, 2018 - July 31, 2025

Performed improv shows and participated in improv workshops under teachers such as Shawn Kinley, Felipe OrNz, and PaQ SNles, contributing to Dubai’s improv scene.

Core Organisation Team at Flock Theatre

June 1, 2023 - Present

Worked directly with the Artistic directors in varied capacities including organization of classes and shows throughout the year, producing main stage shows aligned with the artistic vision (including light installation/tech and operator, creation of sets for shows, and floor management), performing in company productions, and teaching workshops and courses.

Co-Artistic Director at IMPRO Amsterdam

January 1, 2024 - July 31, 2025

Co-designed concept and vision, shaped artistic goals with the Artistic Director, selected teachers, performers, groups, formats, and cast performers alongside the Artistic Director. Managed communication with artists and artistic needs, designed and prepared sets for each show, managed stage and floor during festival, and served as discussion partner for Artistic Director on all artistic topics.

Technical Logistician at Flock Festival

June 1, 2024 - Present

Managed communication with artists, directors, performers, technicians, and musicians to fulfill their artistic needs. Designed and prepared sets for individual shows aligned with directors' artistic vision. Supervised stage and floor management.

Graphic Designer and Illustrator at Freelance / Various

January 1, 2018 - Present

Provided graphic design and illustration services, held exhibitions in Rome, Florence, and Dubai. Created various designs and artworks showcasing skills in visual arts.

Gallery Assistant at The Third Line Gallery

April 30, 2013 - July 31, 2025

Provided creative services for all exhibition designs, organized and handled exhibition materials for artists and gallery, researched and commissioned gallery publications, managed artist book projects from start to end, and collaborated with design teams on exhibition catalogs, flyers, and advertisements.

Artist and Art Teacher at Mirath Art Center

December 31, 2012 - July 31, 2025

Taught design and mixed media courses for students aged 6 to 18, emphasizing design elements and principles. Guided students through experimentation with various materials and techniques to develop their art-making skills and explore personal creative interests.