“I am a performance poet and artist. I consider myself an activist in the promotion of inclusive theatre practices. I promote self expression and creativity in everyone and by working inclusively I aim to show that the arts belong to us all. I strive to raise expectations of the capabilities of disabled people and those marginalised by society.

I celebrate a culture of inclusion within my work and believe that through the arts everyone can have a voice to recount their stories and experiences in this world. I hope others see me as a role model whereby my positive actions and character help to create a more inclusive culture in the future.” To learn more about Dave's journey click here.

Emma joined The Shouting Mute in 2026, working across operations, fundraising, finance and producing to support the organisation as it grows and evolves.

Alongside her work for The Shouting Mute, Emma is Finance and Development Coordinator at Disability Arts Online, a National Portfolio Organisation that champions disabled artists and works to remove the barriers disabled people experience in the arts and cultural sector. She is also a trustee of Parents and Carers in Performing Arts (PiPA), which works to make the performing arts more inclusive and sustainable for people with caring responsibilities.

Her wider practice includes access consultancy, with recent clients including Bournemouth Christchurch and Poole Cultural Compact. Emma has also worked as a theatre producer for a number of years, helping to create socially engaged shows and projects across Bristol.

Emma holds an MA in Arts Management and Cultural Policy and a BA (Hons) in Theatre and Performance Studies.

Her work is driven by a commitment to building a cultural landscape in which disabled people can thrive. She aims to work with care, generosity and flexibility, while finding new ways of working that challenge traditional structures in the arts.

Ciaran joined The Shouting Mute in 2024 as a Creative Enabler and Filmmaker. Since then, he has taken on a greater strategic and creative leadership role, becoming Communications Director and Film Lead, where he plays a key role in shaping and strengthening the organisation’s visual identity. He oversees the creative direction and production of all films, bringing The Shouting Mute’s stories, values and impact to life.

Alongside visual communication Ciaran also specialises in Photography, Cinematography & Storytelling. Working as a freelance award-winning Director and Producer for creative arts companies and as a Company Director of Woolly Dream Productions.

London born and adopted BCP resident, Ciaran has worked accross the UK and France for several years and his stint as an administrator for the HCA charity and comapny director roles make a good fit for The Shouting Mute team.

Frances joined The Shouting Mute in 2025 as a creative enabler and PA and since has taken over the logistics and administration of the company, organising our mentorships, talks, workshops, events and community projects.

Her qualification as a communication specialist, teaching and working in special schools like Victoria Livibility in Branksome and working with AAC and SEND children and adults with major arts organisations like Diverse City, Cirque Bijoue and EBYA has made her an irraplaceable part of our team.

Her expert experience, organisation and ingeniuty concerning access support for communication aid users and is vital for our logistics when concerning and understaning disability in our works. 

Thea has been collaborating with us since 2024 as an independent Producer and General Manager bringing with her 10 years experience in socially engaged contemporary Circus and Theatre productions. 

She is a leader in creative teams guided with a background in music and business collaboration and her skills in bid writing and project management have been essential for our live shows.

Her experience in organising live touring performances for some of the biggest inclusive creative companies like Diverse City, Cirque Bijou and Extraordinary Bodies make her the perfect collaborator for our projects. Based between Cork Ireland and Bristol England, Thea is a transatlantic senior producer we turn to when creating our disabled led big stage productions.