Meet the team

Our Trustees

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    Laura Friedner - Chair

    Laura passionately supports The Theatre Shed’s role in offering a creative outlet, instilling confidence, and providing a safe space for young individuals to authentically express themselves.. [Read more]

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    Sarah Blackman - Trustee & Mentor

    The unique atmosphere created by The Theatre Shed nurtures a sense of safety and belonging for all attendees, fostering an environment where individuals can freely express their creativity.. [Read more]

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    Mark Rann - Trustee (Events)

    Mark recognises The Theatre Shed’s capacity to equip children and young people with vital life skills, particularly fostering the ability and confidence to communicate effectively before larger audiences.. [Read More]

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    Emma Snow - Trustee & Parent Liaison

    Emma recognises the profound impact of Theatre Shed, noting the development of improved communication skills, heightened self-esteem, and a broader understanding of their peers as immediate benefits for both members and mentors.. [Read more]

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    Bizi Boyd-Hall - Trustee

    Bizi staunchly believes that everyone, especially young people, should be valued for their unique contributions, emphasising the life-changing impact this recognition can have on individuals.. [Read more]

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    Iffy Afzal - Trustee (Marketing)

    Donations are vital in sustaining The Theatre Shed's ethos of inclusivity, ensuring an open-door policy for all; offering bursaries to those with limited financial means, and providing much-needed respite for parents and carers of children with high needs.. [Read more]

Our Patrons

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    Sally R. Alford - Patron & Mentor

    Sal feels immense joy from witnessing new members blossom into confident individuals, embracing cooperation, contributing their ideas, and seeing them materialise under the guidance of the talented Artistic Team.. [Read more]

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    Emily Culverhouse - Patron

    Emily initially engaged with the organisation during her tenure as Mayor of Chesham. Her commitment to The Theatre Shed was evident when she chose it as her primary mayoral charity.. [Read more]

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    Sarah Green MP - Patron

    Our local MP is a dedicated and valued Patron of The Theatre Shed. Sarah said, “Giving all young people the space and encouragement to express themselves and work together as equals is what Shed does so well”… [Read more]

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Our Artistic Team

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    Alice Connor - Artistic and Executive Director

    Witnessing the transformation in young individuals gaining the confidence to perform onstage fuels Alice's passion. She fosters ambition within The Theatre Shed, inspiring members to think big, striving alongside her team to turn their grand aspirations into reality.. [Read more]

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    Sally Barnard - Creative Manager of Youth Theatre

    Sally, a passionate theatre professional, possesses expertise in acting, movement, writing, and directing. Holding a degree in Theatre from Bretton Hall, specialist training in Physical Theatre and Theatre for Young People through international creation centre, Liverpool Hope Street.. [Read more]

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    Sian Britnell- Creative Manager of Children's and Company Theatre

    Beyond her musical endeavours, Sian is passionate about sustainable living and gardening, a passion that birthed her vision for The Garden Shed Project.. [Read more]

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    Mary Mobbs-Beal - Outreach and Development Manager

    Mary views The Theatre Shed as a sanctuary where imaginations flourish, ideas are cherished, and individuals find a profound sense of belonging. Workshops exude joy and celebrate every individual's uniqueness, fostering a strong sense of community.. [Read more]

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    Joel Reynolds - Artistic Team Assistant

    Within the diverse team at Shed, Joel values the abundance of varied abilities and knowledge, noting the team’s unwavering dedication to finding inclusive ways to engage everyone.. [Read more]

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    Andrea Thorpe - Charity Finance

    Witnessing a performance by young individuals with diverse talents and needs, unified on stage in a display of collective dedication, left an indelible mark on Andrea, solidifying her commitment to the charity.. [Read more]

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    Holly Rivans - Administrator/ Parent/ Career Liaison

    Holly's journey in Events Management began during her university years, leading her to a local company where she organized drama-based training workshops. Her love for drama ignited in childhood, nurtured through participation in local drama groups. [Read more]

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