Who are we?
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People Make Theatre: A Community for Glasgow's Emerging Artists
People Make Theatre is a new production company dedicated to empowering the next generation of theatre makers in Glasgow. We believe that talent should never be limited by economic barriers, which is why we've created a supportive and collaborative space for artists to develop their craft. Our core mission is to provide the resources and opportunities that new creatives need to thrive, ensuring that every voice has the chance to be heard on stage.
We offer comprehensive producing support for every stage of a production, from the initial spark of an idea to the final curtain call. We'll help you with script development, securing funding, and staging your shows. To ensure our artists can focus purely on their creativity, we provide our rehearsal and table read spaces for free. Beyond the work itself, our space also includes a dedicated area for artists to relax, connect, and build a strong sense of community.
Our commitment to the local theatre scene extends beyond our walls. We publish a regular magazine that spotlights new shows, shares theatrical opportunities, and offers guidance and support for emerging artists across the city. At People Make Theatre, we're not just creating shows; we're building a vibrant, inclusive community where artists can grow, collaborate, and truly make theatre.
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Meet the Team
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Joseph Madders
PRODUCER
Joseph is a producer, performer, and playwright based in Scotland, with a passion for bringing ambitious new work to the stage. He holds extensive experience as a theatre maker, giving him an intimate understanding of the artistic process from the initial idea to the final curtain call.
Holding a degree in Theatre Studies and a Master's in Feminist Philosophy from the University of Glasgow, Joseph approaches producing with a unique blend of creative vision and critical analysis. This background allows him to champion projects that are not only theatrically engaging but also conceptually rich and socially relevant.
He is dedicated to cultivating a vibrant theatre scene by supporting emerging talent and nurturing artist-led projects, providing a platform for compelling and thoughtful storytelling.
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Mikael Phillips
PRODUCER & MAGAZINE EDITOR
Mikael (He/They) is a Glasgow-based playwright, director, and producer. Since graduating from the University of Glasgow with an MA (hons) in Theatre Studies & Philosophy (2021) and an MLitt (Distinction) in Playwriting & Dramaturgy (2023), Mikael has been producing new work across Britain.
They are passionate about creating accessible art which is rooted in real-world issues, which is evident in their work and through their role as Creative Director of Under the Rug Theatre where they believe in ‘Change in Conversation.’
In addition to their work with People Make Theatre, Mikael has completed residencies with The Scottish Youth Theatre (Trajectories, 2022), The Old Vic (OVTheatreMakers, 2022-2023), and the Citizens Theatre (Feed Your Creativity, 2022). Their acclaimed play, Not Our Crime, Still Our Sentence, debuted at the 2023 Edinburgh Fringe Festival. They recently directed Tired Horses Theatre's Malion for a North-West of England tour and at last year's festival.
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Allie Willison
PROJECT DEVELOPMENT
Allie Willison is a playwright, actress, and dramaturg originally from New York, USA. She received her BFA in Acting from Marymount Manhattan College in NYC and her Masters in Dramaturgy and Playwriting from the University of Glasgow.
Some of her favorite credits include the Reverend in Witch, Please at the Pitt NYC and Ursula in Much Ado About Nothing with the Juneberry Collective. Her most recent credits include Not Our Crime, Still Our Sentence (Director) and Until the Next Wedding (Playwright/Actor) at Edinburgh Fringe with Under The Rug Theatre.
She has participated in multiple scratch nights with both Under the Rug and Tired Horses, featuring her play Aqua Sorella and directing Storm In A Tea Cup. She also had a short play, Decay For Me, performed in NYC at Uncanny Valley, an Anti AI Birthday Show, with the Social Club Theatre Company this past April.
