Consulting Cousins
Beyond Professional Life
Ed brings his passion for active engagement to all aspects of life – from sports to music, including being a licensed hot air balloon pilot. These diverse interests inform his creative approach to education and performance.
Ed Cousins
Director at Interacting | Theatre in Education Specialist | Project Manager | Teacher Trainer
Pioneer in Theatre-Based Education & Learning Innovation
Vision & Innovation
With over three decades of experience, Ed has revolutionized educational approaches by combining theatre, language learning, and interactive teaching methodologies. As Director of Interacting, he has reached audiences of over six million across 30 countries, creating transformative learning experiences.
International Impact
Leading collaborations with the British Council, the Spanish Ministry of Education, and numerous European institutions, Ed has designed and delivered groundbreaking educational programs that bridge cultural and linguistic barriers.
Creative Leadership
Creator of over 50 comedy plays and specialist in theatre of participation and improvisation, Ed has pioneered innovative approaches to learning including promenade theatre, cultural heritage entertainment, and CLIL-based training methodologies.
Key Areas of Expertise
Theatre in Education Innovation Teacher Training Program Design European Project Management Interactive Learning Methodologies Cultural Heritage Education Digital Learning Integration Promenade Theatre Events
Notable Achievements
- Founding member of European Association of Erasmus Plus training providers
- Architect of playingCLIL, a pioneering EU-funded methodology for bilingual education
- Creator of Learning at the Hearth and numerous successful European educational initiatives
- Designer of innovative teacher training programs adopted across multiple countries
- Leader in developing digital and virtual learning environments for interactive education
Recent Innovations
As Co-Founder of Connected Learning Company, Ed continues to push boundaries by bringing interactive theatre to digital formats, adapting to evolving educational needs while maintaining the core principles of engagement and participation that have defined his career.
