Meet the Team

As Artistic Director, Pauley leads the creative vision of ACT Youth Theatre, overseeing all artistic aspects, including directing productions and shaping the overall artistic direction. His role as Acting Tutor involves teaching and mentoring students, fostering their acting skills and performance techniques.

Background and Experience:
Pauley graduated with a BA (Hons) in Performing Arts from Cumbria Institute of the Arts in 2005.

Prior to that, he obtained an NC and HNC in Performing Arts from Ayr College.

With 8 years of teaching experience, Pauley has directed several productions, including Guys and Dolls, Jim Cartwright's Two, Dick Whittington, Into The Woods, and Alice the Musical.

Students under his guidance have achieved success in I.D.T.A Musical Theatre examinations and have been accepted into the National Youth Theatre.

Personal Touch:
Pauley is passionate about nurturing talent and fostering a love for the performing arts in his students.

Email: pauley@acttheatre.co.uk

In her capacity as Artistic Director, Jennifer implement the artistic vision and manage day-to-day artistic operations. As a Performing Arts Tutor, she provides instruction in singing, dance, and drama, contributing to the holistic development of students.

Background and Experience:
Jennifer achieved Grade 8 in singing at the age of 18 and has studied ballet, tap, modern, and contemporary dance.

She graduated from Cumbria Institute of the Arts with a BA (Hons) in Performing Arts and holds a Diploma in Screen Acting from The International School of Screen Acting, London.

With 13 years of teaching experience, Jennifer has coached students to achieve a 100% pass rate in both I.D.T.A. Musical Theatre and L.C.M. Singing exams.

She has also prepared students for successful auditions to the National Youth Theatre.

Personal Touch:
Jennifer is dedicated to providing comprehensive training that equips students with the skills and confidence to excel in the performing arts.

Email: jen@acttheatre.co.uk

Sean serves as the Technical Director, responsible for overseeing all technical aspects of productions, including lighting, sound, and set design. His role ensures that all technical elements align with the artistic vision and run smoothly during performances.

Background and Experience:
Sean joined ACT in 2022, initially assisting with the setup of Fagin’s fireplace for Oliver!.

Since then, he has become an integral member of the team, overseeing all aspects of lighting, sound, and live sound operations.

Sean collaborates closely with Pauley to design and create ACT’s sets, ensuring each production runs smoothly and looks spectacular.

Personal Touch:
Sean is committed to delivering high-quality technical support that enhances the overall theatre experience for both performers and audiences.

Email: sean@acttheatre.co.uk

Provides training in ballet, tap, jazz, modern, and contemporary dance, choreographing for shows and preparing students for exams.

Background and Experience:
Lynn qualified as a Teacher of Dance from the Royal Academy of Dance in 1997 and from the Imperial Society of Teachers of Dance in 1998.

She holds qualifications to teach ballet, modern theatre, tap, and jazz.

Lynn ran her own dance school in Ayrshire from 1998 to 2001, successfully preparing students for their exams.

She has also taught for other schools throughout Scotland and provided private tuition for cabaret acts and ice dancers.

Lynn joined ACT in 2016 and choreographed for the production of Spamalot.

Personal Touch:
Lynn is passionate about sharing her love for dance and inspiring students to achieve their full potential.

Email: lynn@acttheatre.co.uk

Supports students in developing performance skills, confidence, and stage presence.

Background and Experience:
Charlie joined ACT to contribute to the performing arts scene in the region, recognizing the limited opportunities for young actors to perform locally.

He has been impressed by the talent and dedication of the students and is eager to see them shine under the spotlight.

Personal Touch:
Charlie is enthusiastic about fostering a supportive environment where students can develop their acting skills and gain confidence in their abilities.

Email: charlie@acttheatre.co.uk

Assists across classes and productions, including running games, supporting students, marketing, and lesson planning.

Background and Experience:
Kate was a student at ACT Youth Theatre for four years, performing in productions including Oliver!, Legend of Mowgli, Guys and Dolls, and Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.

She went on to study Performing Arts at Carlisle College for two years, achieving a distinction in her Level 3 UAL Diploma and Extended Diploma.

Personal Touch:
Kate shares: “I was a student at ACT for four years, and now I’m really excited to be joining the team as an intern! I’m looking forward to seeing what it’s like behind the scenes at ACT. I wanted to join the team so that I can help others, and hopefully inspire them to grow in confidence and have lots of fun—just like I did during my time here.”

Email: kate@acttheatre.co.uk

Helps backstage and in classes, contributing to the smooth operation of shows and daily activities.

Background and Experience:
Ben was a member of ACT Youth Theatre from 2016 to 2018, performing in Alice the Musical as the Spider and in Spamalot as Prince Herbert. In 2019, he completed his Level 3 Extended Diploma in Performing and Production Arts and has since become an active member of West Walls Theatre Group. Ben has appeared in numerous amateur productions, including Rock of Ages, The Pink Panther, and Legally Blonde. Since 2020, he has volunteered as an Assistant at ACT, supporting both singing and acting classes. He also works as a Trainee Artist Facilitator with Prism Arts, helping to make the arts accessible to all.

Personal Touch:
Ben loves sharing his passion for theatre with the next generation of performers and takes pride in supporting young people as they grow in skill and confidence.

Email: ben@acttheatre.co.uk

Supports classes and productions while inspiring young performers through his ongoing involvement in ACT.

Background and Experience:
Arthur joined ACT Youth Theatre as a student in the very first Christmas show and has been involved ever since.

From playing Jack in Into the Woods to participating in various productions, Arthur has developed a strong passion for theatre.

He has now taken on the role of Assistant, contributing to the smooth running of classes and productions.

Personal Touch:
Arthur is excited to give back to the theatre community that has supported his growth and to help inspire the next generation of performers.

Email: arthur@acttheatre.co.uk