My husband and I have been writing, producing and directing community pantomimes for the last 5 years with a The Antonine Theatre Group charity in Bishopbriggs. Our pantomimes received excellent recognition from the community, councellors and even the Scottish Government as we provided the only fully inclusive theatrical experience in Scotland.
I am a special needs teacher and use my knowledge of autism and other special needs to facilitate the best experience for all children and adults through signing, visuals, social stories, early visits and more.
We have since moved on from the Bishopbriggs charity and live in Knightswood in Glasgow. We are desperate to start our own pantomime company focused on autism friendly performances, that is affordable to all. We believe that everyone should be able to experience live entertainment.
We would love to have a community pantomime for the residents of Knightswood and nearby to attend. Knightswood, Garscadden, Drumchapel and Yoker are all within my area and are areas of high deprivation. An affordable community pantomime in their own area would be greatly welcomed by the residents.