Some folks have asked me how I learned to be a good Court Herald.

This is a not-too-coherent colection of bits that have led me to where I am now.

Practical training.

Age 10, Started heavy involvement in Theatre (continued for fifteen years...)

12 Joined first Choir, (Sang regularly in high quality Church and chamber choirs for seven years)

14, Started formal solo Singing tuition. Four years private study, reached Grade Eight Royals & Trinity (Merit)

18 Began involvement with Theatresports.. Improvised theatre & Comedy. Regular involvement at semi-pro level for five years.

22-25 Three years full time actor, lots of Shakespeare.

Herald every court you can, write Reports, draft documents, practice.

Reading Sources

Shakespeare.

Sir Nigel & The White Company, Arthur Conan Doyle

The Chronicles of Jean Froissart

other Useful Books