The TEAM | A Virtual View

Liam Robbins – Liam was in the feature films ‘Charlie’s Crew’ and ‘Priceless’. Liam is a great actor and always ensures nobody gets left out of a performance. He is a keen Manchester United Fan and splits his time attending football and coming to the drama group. Liam always brings a smile and positive attitude to the sessions.

Michael Gleave – Michael is an actor of unique talent, unpredictable, funny and caring by nature. He can be an excitable guy, which the group loves, as he warns the group of any worldwide issues prevalent in the news. His excitability informs his performance and ignites some wonderful responses from the crew. Michael loves the tech side of production and film making and often films segments of the radio show for the crew. Michael loves a weekend party and keeping the crew up to date on his antics

Frank Lee - Frank is a popular guy within the group and turns his hand at the “tech stuff” at any opportunity. He is the go-to in the group for extra camera support. He is quiet by nature and challenges himself every day to be more confident. He is always in the moment and open to what is happening around him and gets to grip with new ideas or situations. He is an observer of people and aims his keen, but kind sense of humour, mainly at volunteer staff.

Carly Ryan – Carly is an International Singer having tread the boards in Carnegie Hall and the Edison Ballroom New York City, she also appeared in the first episode of the BBC Autistic Superstars series and at London’s own Mermaid Theatre. An accomplished actor too, she has appeared in Priceless and Charlies Crew. Carly has a radio show on ALL FM every Monday from 12-1pm, keeping her fans up to date with her news and playing jazz, pop and rock. Carly is dedicated to the Mr Men books and she loves all the characters.

Jeff Lamb – Jeff has been active in community theatre for many years with a string of roles to his name. As an experienced community theatre Actor, he brings with him a warmth, charm and an energy that sparks others into action. He can dance and sing and his enthusiasm to please has no bounds. He would describe himself as an actor, a good brother, devoted boyfriend, a lifelong Elvis fan and an avid MCFC supporter.

Donovan Woodbridge – Donovan has been keen to learn to act and he uses improvisation techniques being a part of Community Media Crew since 2015. Donovan says he stays in character and looks at the other actors. Donovan has an energetic personality and when acting, he responds well to given direction. He is a keen Manchester City supporter.

Robert Shaw – Robert may not be very vocal but he can certainly get his opinion across and he enjoys comedy acting and dancing freestyle. Like most of the cast here, Robert has been in ‘Charlie’s Crew’ and ‘Priceless’. Robert likes to impersonate Opera Singers and does a great job at mimicking comedy scenes from television. Since joining the group, Robert has found his way of expressing himself and become more vocal.

Ian Fairley – Ian absolutely flourishes during improvisation sessions. Communication is key to the media crew and Ian has been able to use his social skills and conversation through the trust and friendship within the crew. Ian likes to use his skills of improvisation when acting to give a strong performance with comedy in mind. Ian often surprises the group with subtle nods to the themes and can make adjustments to his words and actions that has a big impact on the rehearsing.

Kelly Chaney – Kelly enjoys acting, music and movement. She is a very enthusiastic member of the group and supportive of others. Kelly maintains the essence of the activity and can pick up scenes, cues and support others in the process. Kelly's deliberate delivery often makes for very dramatic effect. Kelly is strong minded and has a lot to say about women and work. She can learn scripts and has auditioned secured roles for TV.

Anthony Marley – Anthony has a zest to be as good an actor as possible. Anthony is very keen to be a part of all the productions we do and he is the first to say ‘I am a good actor and I’m getting better and better!’ Anthony has learnt to slow down and to concentrate on whatever role he is playing and he has a flair for comedy.

Declan O'Flaherty – Declan has a contagious energy, most people struggle to understand Declans speech, but communication is achieved by devoted listening and the group have respect for this. His side kick for assistance is Garry Theall, who is more than happy to explain things whenever we struggle. He is a great Actor, very friendly and helpful and loves to be operating the camera.

Christopher Whitelegge – Christopher is very witty, funny and on the ball as an actor. Keen to be involved in everything related to acting, he is always on hand to step into anything. He has an abundance of energy which translates into his acting, he is an expert at improvisation and loves being a part of the group.

Ben Singh – Ben is able to take direction with a lot of support from the facilitators. He is very funny and loves to tell us about his girlfriend Sophie. Ben is a really good dancer and particularly loves reenacting scenes from the 'Rocky Horror Show' and impersonating Bill Sykes from "Oliver'. He loves to keep us all up to date with whose birthday it is and special days to remember.

Garry Theall – Garry has an infectious charm and is very charismatic. Garry understands some BSL which is a huge support to the group and he assists us to communicate with others when needed. He loves to perform and is always keen to be involved in any way he can. Garry is very comical when improvising and loves to make us all laugh. SKY TV came to film at the group and Garry was chosen to be included in the filming and was in the transmitted programme.

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