We each have a proven track record in our creative industries specialism and between us have more than fifty years experience working within the creative and educational sectors.
Jackson Kavanagh, Director and Performing Arts Specialist
With a background in writing and directing for theatre, my passion lies in narrative and supporting those I work with to explore their own stories – and realise exciting futures.
Kate Pankhurst, Director and Illustrator
I enjoy the process of experimenting with new ways to make learning tactile, fun and meaningful. As an illustrator, supporting young people to share their thoughts and opinions through narratives and unusual visual mediums is a focus of my work.
Simon McKeown, Director and Visual Artist
My facilitation skills have been developed over the past ten years in working with young people and adults in a wide variety of arts and educational programmes. As a practicing visual artist, I bring my expertise in creative processes to enable the people I work with to develop their own creativity and to communicate their ideas in interesting ways. I love making stuff, and working with others to make stuff!
Jo Stokes, Director and Performing Arts Specialist
Having worked as an actor in theatre and television for over ten years I love being able to put the processes I came to rely on to use designing and delivering creative learning programmes. What drives me is the constant search for new and effective ways to bring learning to life.
Claire McKeown, Director, Project Management, Film and Publishing
A founder member of as creatives, Claire’s abundant energy, positivity, warmth, humour and clarity of vision have shaped as creatives from day one. Claire tragically passed away earlier this year – we miss her deeply. The inspiration, enthusiasm and creativity Claire provided will continue to shape our future work.
Jenny Liggins, Business Development Manager
I am a development manager working primarily in the arts and education committed to increasing strategic engagement between the children’s, creative and cultural sectors to create and develop opportunities for children and young people to benefit from cultural engagement. I am a strong advocate for ensuring all children and young people have access to high quality creative and cultural activities.
Kate Treadell, Drama Specialist and Extraordinary Worlds Programme Assistant
After working with us on the Tell Us Bus as a Young Facilitator, Kate now works with us to deliver our hugely successful Extraordinary Worlds holiday clubs. Kate is also studying for her MA in Performing Arts at Goldsmiths College, London.
