For over a decade, Enfiniti Academy of Performing Arts has been a crucible for Malaysia's creative talent. In this Hall of Fame interview, we catch up with alumnus Jayson Phuah, who reflects on his formative years at Enfiniti and how drama training became the cornerstone of his professional journey.
From Rehearsal Studio to the Big Screen
When Jayson first walked through the doors of Enfiniti Academy in Kota Damansara, he was seeking an outlet for his creative curiosity. What he discovered was a rigorous, professional discipline that would reshape his career trajectory.
"Enfiniti gave me a platform to fail safely and grow fearlessly. The mentors here treat you like working professionals from day one. That level of expectation and trust elevates everyone in the room."
Under the guidance of seasoned mentors like Tiara Jacquelina and Joanna Bessey, Jayson immersed himself in comprehensive triple-threat training - voice modulation, physical theatre, and emotional improvisation.
Lessons That Endure Beyond the Stage
According to Jayson, the most valuable skills he acquired at Enfiniti are those that apply equally well in a television studio or a corporate boardroom:
- Active Listening and Responsiveness: "In improv, if you are planning what you want to say while the other person is speaking, the scene dies. You have to be 100% present and respond to what is actually there."
- Vulnerability as Strength: "True connection with an audience does not come from projecting false perfection. It comes from having the courage to be authentic and vulnerable."
- Ensemble Discipline: "Theatre is the ultimate team sport. No matter how brilliant your solo performance is, if the ensemble does not breathe together, the show does not work."
About Enfiniti Academy Alumni
Since 2011, Enfiniti Academy has trained more than 8,000 students and corporate executives, nurturing creative leaders who make a tangible impact across industries.