© Craig Fuller

Here are the different ways we could work together. If you have a project or an idea you would like to discuss, I’d love to hear from you.

PRODUCING

I am lucky to have worked for some incredible companies and with some wonderful producers who have taught me so much. These include Theatre503, tiata fahodzi & Bristol Old Vic, A Line Art & The Sleeping Trees. I have produced new writing, cabaret nights, sketch comedy & digital projects as well as an extensive repertoire of work for young audiences for Roustabout. My work has toured nationally to schools, libraries, community centres and major venues across the UK. I especially love taking theatre into non-traditional spaces to widen access to the arts. Producing includes project creation, team management, budgeting and financial management, contracting, deal negotiating, project planning and overseeing.

You can see the work I have produced in Credits.

WORKSHOP FACILITATOR

I am passionate about engagement projects which nurture people’s confidence to tell their stories. I have extensive experience as a facilitator in schools, theatre, community settings and drama schools. For the last three years, I have been a regular tutor for Bristol School of Acting in Clown & Comedy. 

As a freelancer, I write & deliver bespoke workshops for local schools, sharing my playful theatre practice in educational settings. I also deliver workshops in corporate settings, focusing on team building and collaboration. 

PERFORMER & DEVISER

I have toured a wide range of work across the UK and internationally. A graduate of the Bristol Old Vic Theatre School, I am an energetic performer, who loves devising new work which involves clowning, puppetry, direct address and live music. I play guitar and piano, and I am a strong singer who enjoys storytelling through song. .

As a voice over artist, I have recorded 8 audio books as well as numerous advertising campaigns.

Please see my Spotlight for my full performing CV.

GRANT WRITING 

Grant writing is one of the most important skills you can have as a producer. I have written many successful DYCP & Project Grant applications, totalling over £600K, from Arts Council England. I have an excellent success rate and have taught many emerging producers the basics of grant writing in order for them to become self-reliant. I am also registered with ACE as an Access Support worker. Please get in touch if you need help writing a grant. 

CREATIVE CONSULTANT

I work with emerging theatre companies to help them explore funding strategies, organisational development, and company structure.  For independent artists, I offer mentorship for artistic development, funding pathways & time management. My experience as a self producing artist has provided a unique perspective on both the rewards and challenges of creating your own work. I deeply enjoy mentoring artists in order to strengthen the theatre community and share the discoveries I have made. 

Feel free to contact me via email: shaeleerooke@gmail.com