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Paula Clark

Creative Director

Paula Clark is a theatre maker, director and performer. Paula has worked for 20 years producing theatre, co-creation and talent development projects for young people and adults in community, education, and theatre settings. Most recently with Creative Scene, York St John University, York Theatre Royal, Pilot Theatre, ARC Stockton and Plaines Plough.

All of her creative projects have a strong focus on feminist practice and social justice.

Paula wants to level the playing field by making work that removes barriers, amplifies voices and brings communities and new audiences together.

“I wrote a list of all the things I wanted. I wanted to be in charge of my own creative agenda. I wanted a seat at the table. I wanted to work with people with imagination. I wanted to lift people up, myself included, and have a good time doing it! I want equality.”

Lizzy Whynes

Associate Director

Lizzy Whynes is a theatre maker, dance artist, director and facilitator with expertise in delivering creative workshops with young people and adults. Over the past decade Lizzy has worked in community, education, theatre, and dance settings including Leeds Playhouse, Archipelago, CAST Doncaster, York Dance Space, Harrogate Theatre, York Theatre Royal and has worked on projects in collaboration with The National Theatre. 

Lizzy makes work through collaboration and play that combines visual, textual and physical languages. Process is at the heart of her performances and play is at the heart of her process. Lizzy wants to create work to change, challenge and inspire, where everyone is an artist.

“I have a voice, a voice that is valid. So do you! It is time for us to take charge of our own narratives. Let's celebrate our differences and our uniqueness, and be the authors of our own stories. Let’s also have some fun along the way!”

Megan Bailey

Creative Producer

Megan Bailey is a designer and creative producer, with experience of producing community-led and co-created arts projects and events. She recently completed a Masters in Culture, Creativity and Entrepreneurship at the University of Leeds and is a Producer for Creative Scene. Megan has previously worked with Kaizen Arts Agency Leeds Arts University and York Theatre Royal.

Megan wants to produce interdisciplinary arts projects and events, where everyone is invited to take part. Megan believes that culture, when everyone is part of the process from decision making to delivery, as artists and audience, makes the world a better place.

“I want to make things happen: beautiful, creative and collaborative things that make people laugh or cry or hug the people they love. We need it, it is vital and powerful. Bolshee is here to make it all happen for ourselves, and for and with all of you. We promise to listen and we promise you will have a whole lot of fun!”