
Writing, articles and media
Bringing youth theatre together
Last week I led the team bringing 150 youth theatre leaders together - the first gathering like this for many years.
Making theatre with young people is so much more than child’s play
Why the Youth Theatre Census matters so much to the people who run youth theatres
A primary school in South Belfast
On waking up in Belfast on the day that Trump got elected (again).
Becoming a trustee - top tips
Some tips on how to be an efficient, purposeful trustee - based on my experience from both sides of the board.
How to pay freelancers
Some things I think make for good practice when paying freelancers.
A playground for youth theatre
I’ve always dreamt of creating a unique space for teenagers to make theatre in - this is what it would be.
Mapping England's Youth Theatres
We’ve launched the biggest ever survey of England’s youth theatres.
Podcast: Let's Create - do we know how to?
I sat down with Naomi Alexander to talk about the importance of being Open and Humble and reflect on her pioneering research into co-creation.
600 Monday evenings
I’ve run more than 600 Monday evenings with teenagers for Company Three over the last 15 years. This was my last.
Leaving Company Three: telling people
After 15 years as founder/Artistic Director, I’ve decided to leave Company Three.
Adventure Play
Why I’m obsessed with adventure playgrounds - and what theatre can learn from them.
Article: The Stage
It is vital that adults and young people join forces to create a better future.
Taking a break
I’m stepping aside from Company Three for six months, to take a much needed break and make space for a new staff structure.
Podcast: School of HighTide
I spoke to the team at HighTide for their School of HighTide series of podcasts.
The Stage 100
I was named in the Stage 100, recognising those who have gone above and beyond in the face of the Covid-19 pandemic.