Tell us about yourself

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I am a dance-theatre-maker based in the Midlands. With my company, Calico, I create movement-driven work that facilitates important social conversations.  I am all about art that elevates voices, serves communities, and asks important questions, even if it doesn’t always give the answers.

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What excites you about being part of the ARTCRY panel?

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My first ever funded project, Curfew, was funded by ARTCRY. Having already been on the artists side of the Artcry exchange, and receiving immeasurable support and advice on my own project, I am so excited to do the same for fellow artists! I can’t wait to play a part in the materialisation of such inspiring projects, and to support ideas that are genuinely important to real people.

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What components would your dream application have?

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My dream application would be passion-filled, and demonstrate a clear drive to use art to create change. It would be backed, of course, by a relevant and urgent political mission, and a plan of action for achieving change, whether by communicating unheard experiences, holding people accountable, calling people to action, or giving us a new perspective.

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