Drama Facilitator/Co Ordinator, Lawnmowers Independent Theatre Company

Lawnmowers Independent Theatre Company is a producing theatre arts company and an Arts Council National Portfolio Organisation. Alongside our main productions and touring, we offer an exciting programme of participatory arts training comprising of singing, dj-ing, drama, drumming and dance as well as evening youth provision.

We champion the creativity and talent of learning-disabled artists, creating groundbreaking theatre that resonates beyond our region. With a growing track record of creating innovative and thought-provoking work, we are helping to expand the possibilities of theatre and the voices it represents. Through original storytelling, we raise fundamental questions about identity, representation, and the societal perceptions that often shape the lives of people with learning disabilities.

We believe the arts can unlock the talents and capacity of people with learning disabilities to take charge of their lives, as active citizens, visible artists, and agents of change. We believe that people with learning disabilities have the right to participate in society as equal citizens with opportunities to succeed.

Lawnmowers provides a platform for underrepresented voices, and a call to action for greater inclusion in the arts and beyond. At Lawnmowers Theatre Company, we empower people with learning disabilities to co-create and deliver exceptional artistic experiences that resonate locally, nationally, and globally. Through innovative programmes and collaborative partnerships with organisations, researchers, and universities, we amplify voices, challenge perceptions, and drive meaningful change in the understanding of the experiences of people with learning disabilities. Our work fosters confidence, self-esteem, and wellbeing for our members while inspiring communities to recognise and celebrate the invaluable contributions of people with learning disabilities.