Artistic Director

Peter developed an interest in acting at Newcastle University while studying surveying. He trained at the Arts Educational School London on a postgraduate course and has since gained extensive experience in theatre through forming Heartbreak Productions. The early years were spent either developing the company or on tour but in the last decade Peter has focused on directing.

Directing credits include most of the popular Shakespeare plays and a host of newly adapted classics. Peter most recently directed As You Like Itand his own adaptation of Jane Austen’s Emma. He remains fascinated by stories and how to create passionate, inventive and fun productions. Peter’s delight in making a connection with the audience and experimenting with layered storytelling has led to Heartbreak’s unique style.

The challenges he has set for the new decade include using theatre in its most interactive way to explore family and community issues, to develop an educational style that fully involves all participants, and increase film and video output including a mockumentary of one of the tours.