I’m proud to be finalist in the 2024 Sir Peter Hall Directors Award,
a member of Stage Directors UK, Young Vic Genesis, and Equity Directors.

About Me

Hello! I’m an award-winning stage director based in Reading but I work wherever you need me. Whether it’s championing bold new writing or breathing fresh life into novels and classics, I’m all about introducing stories to new audiences in inventive, joyful ways. I grew up with strong music influences in my life, so music and soundscape always feature heavily in rehearsal, and often in my productions.

Where It All Began

My infant school playground was my first auditorium, in Enfield, directing my fellow 5 year olds in our first ‘shows’ - some of them still come to see my work. Theatre’s been my home ever since – although I took a little detour into film and TV before becoming a mum to three brilliant boys who are my proudest production.

I come from a proudly working-class family, full of storytellers, bricklayers, and party comedians. My grandfather was adopted when his birth parents – a travelling vaudeville troupe of comedians and “female impersonators” (as they were then known) – left on tour.

So yes, entertaining a crowd really is in the blood.

Drama School Director

Training actors is a huge passion of mine. I’ve directed large-scale and intimate work for:

  • Guildhall

  • LAMDA

  • Drama Centre

  • Mountview

  • Rose Bruford

  • London Southbank University

From full-scale shows to screen showcases, I love working with the next generation of talent.

My Style?

Visually rich. Musically thrilling. Movement-driven. And always, always fuelled by collaboration. I’m known for creating witty, heartfelt, and striking theatre that pulses with energy and unity. The magic happens when everyone brings their brilliance to the table – that’s how I love to work.

Behind the Scenes

During a pause to raise our children,
I shifted into literary work from home – script reading and supporting writers, including a long-standing collaboration with Jessica Swale.

Thanks to an Arts Council ‘Developing Your Creative Practice’ grant, I spent 2020-21 deepening my dramaturgical craft, supporting 12 writers to develop exciting new plays. I brought in a dream team – actors, composers, designers, specialists – to take their scripts to the next level. Several went on to successful productions.

Musicals

I’ve been honing my skills in writing musical theatre through the 
’Book Music & Lyrics’ programme,
where emerging musical creatives (including The Curious Case of Benjamin Button composer Darren Clark) cut their teeth.

Workshop Facilitator

Giving back is a big part of my ethos. I’ve led creative workshops with the National Theatre Education Department, designed bespoke sessions in:

  • Acting for stage & screen

  • Puppetry

  • Public speaking

  • Restoration Comedy movement

…always with the aim of building confidence, skills, and that all-important spark.

New Work Development

I’ve had the joy of directing and developing new work with:

  • Polka Theatre

  • Southwark Playhouse

  • The Park Theatre

  • Edinburgh Festival
    ...and more.

As Associate Director with SecondHalf Productions working alongside Jeremy Herrin on David Ireland’s USLTER AMERICAN at Riverside Studios and a starry cast including Louisa Harland, Andy Serkis, and Woody Harrelson.

At the National Theatre, I was Staff Director on the epic double production of My Brilliant Friend (adapted by April de Angelis), where I wrangled large-scale choreography, puppetry, music, and a vast, multi-talented cast on the Olivier Stage.

Dramaturgy for Your Script

Thanks to an Arts Council ‘Developing Your Creative Practice’ grant, I spent 2020-21 deepening my dramaturgical craft, supporting 12 writers to develop exciting new plays. I brought in a dream team – actors, composers, designers, specialists – to take their scripts to the next level. Several went on to successful productions.

Latest Highlights

In 2024, two of my Edinburgh shows were picked up for London transfers:

  • SISYPHEAN QUICK FIX – just finished a run at Riverside Studios, Hammersmith

  • JOBSWORTH by Isley Lynn & Libby Rodliffe – coming to The Park Theatre, December 2025