I have spent most of my working life in rooms where something has to happen on time: a curtain has to go up, a performer has to feel safe, a team has to deliver, or a young person has to find the confidence to try again.
My work spans theatre and film, photography, public speaking and workplace culture. They may look like separate careers. To me, they are all about the same thing: helping people do ambitious work well.
I trained in gymnastics from an early age and later studied stunts and stage combat. That foundation led to work as a performer, movement director and action choreographer. I have contributed to more than 40 English National Opera productions, including two Olivier Award-winning shows, alongside theatre, film, television and international brand work. View my English National Opera profile.
Britain’s Got Talent 2007
In 2008 I founded Team Kinetix. What began as a small idea grew into a busy organisation delivering coaching, performance and education. Building it taught me how much good work depends on the culture around it: clear expectations, people who feel trusted, and leaders willing to listen.
That experience now informs Brad’s Workplaces and my speaking. I bring the perspective of someone who has had to hire, plan, solve problems, support staff and keep an organisation moving when the answer was not obvious.
Ninja Warrior UK 2017
Across every part of my work, I am interested in how people perform under pressure without losing their confidence or individuality. I am practical by nature. I value clear communication, thoughtful preparation and ideas that work in the real world.
Brad Wendes, centre stage, taking a bow to a standing ovation on the opening night of the Olivier Award Winning Opera; Dead Man Walking at the London Coliseum Theatre
Today I continue to work across theatre and film, photography, speaking and workplace culture. If you are planning a production, looking for a photographer, organising an event or trying to improve a team, start a conversation.
Brad Wendes
Selected areas of work
Theatre & Film: movement direction, action choreography and physical performance.
Photography: portraits, theatre, performance and commercial work.
Speaking: creative leadership, workplace culture and performance.
Brad’s Workplaces: practical culture support for owners and leaders.
Brad Wendes headshot