Sam Lowe
Manchester,Greater Manchester
Summary
Creative and community-driven Theatre Practitioner, Magician, and Educator with over six years’ experience designing and delivering inclusive arts and education sessions across Greater Manchester. Specialising in drama, magic, and applied theatre practice, I bring a unique ability to engage diverse audiences and foster meaningful participation. With a PGCE in Performing Arts from UCEN Manchester and a First-Class Honours degree from The Arden School of Theatre, my work bridges education, youth development, and theatre practice—empowering individuals to tell their own stories and building stronger, more connected communities through the arts.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Enrichment and Participation Coordinator
The Manchester College
Manchester, Greater Manchester
08.2024 - Current
- Developed a diverse, high-quality enrichment programme catering to all students, including performing and creative arts.
- Established recording procedures for monitoring participation and quality of enrichment activities.
- Managed volunteers and activities budget.
Theatre Practitioner and Magician
Freelance
Manchester, Greater Manchester
07.2018 - Current
- Dramaturge for Adam – The History of Man (Delaney Productions, May–July 2019): Collaborated on script development for this original comedy play by Chris Delaney, supporting the creative process through research, feedback, and rehearsal support.
- Creator and Performer of Magician Reveals Secrets: The Deception Behind Fake News (July 2022 – Sept 2023): Devised and performed a solo contemporary theatre piece exploring misinformation through magic. Premiered at The Arden School of Theatre's caTaPult Festival and later programmed at Oldham Library’s Live@TheLibrary Festival.
- Writer and Performer of The Imposter (Jan 2024 – Present): Developed and performed a critically acclaimed solo show blending theatre and magic, exploring themes of identity and authenticity. Premiered at Greater Manchester Fringe 2024, earning a nomination for Best Newcomer and receiving praise from the British Theatre Guide, with subsequent performances at Oldham Library.
Performing Arts Youth Worker
Hideout Youth Zone
Manchester, Greater Manchester
07.2023 - 08.2024
- Planned and delivered performing arts sessions for young people and adults.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop a programme of engaging projects.
- Co-wrote and co-directed the play 'We Saved Christmas', involving young participants in its creation.
- Supported the Home From Home Project by assisting young people in idea generation and performance feedback.
Graduate Adviser
Salford City College
Salford, Greater Manchester
10.2020 - 08.2024
- Conveyed impartial information, advice, and guidance to students in secondary schools and colleges around their next steps and higher education.
- Co-designed and delivered a programme of workshops, for example on revision/interview skills, FE and HE options.
- Fostered a culture of inclusion and positive rapport through leading team-building activities.
Students' Union President
The Manchester College
Manchester, Greater Manchester
09.2018 - 07.2020
- Developed strong working relationships with the SU Officers to recruit and empower students to create their own societies and form their own campaigns.
- Passionately supported student voice across the college and the higher education provision. Ensuring students were seen as partners and listened to no matter who they are.
- Liaised with senior management and Principalship to produce business strategies for The Students' Union.
Education
Professional Graduate Certificate in Education - Performing Arts
UCEN Manchester
Manchester 09.2021 - 06.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Theatre and Performance
UCEN Manchester (The Arden School of Theatre)
Manchester06.2018
A-Levels - Drama and Theatre Studies
Lady Lumley's Sixth Form College
Pickering08.2014
A-Levels - Music
Lady Lumley's Sixth Form College
Pickering08.2014
A-Levels - English Language
Lady Lumley's Sixth Form College
Pickering08.2014
GCSEs - Subjects include: English, Maths, Creative and Media Diploma, and Music
Lady Lumley's School
Pickering08.2012
Skills
- Community Engagement & Outreach
- Youth Work & Facilitation
- Safeguarding
- Leadership & Volunteer Coordination
- Project & Event Management
- Creative Programming
- Education & Workshop Design
- Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting
- Public Speaking & Communication
Timeline
Enrichment and Participation Coordinator
The Manchester College
08.2024 - Current
Performing Arts Youth Worker
Hideout Youth Zone
07.2023 - 08.2024
Professional Graduate Certificate in Education - Performing Arts
UCEN Manchester
09.2021 - 06.2023
Graduate Adviser
Salford City College
10.2020 - 08.2024
Students' Union President
The Manchester College
09.2018 - 07.2020
Theatre Practitioner and Magician
Freelance
07.2018 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Theatre and Performance
UCEN Manchester (The Arden School of Theatre)
A-Levels - Drama and Theatre Studies
Lady Lumley's Sixth Form College
A-Levels - Music
Lady Lumley's Sixth Form College
A-Levels - English Language
Lady Lumley's Sixth Form College
GCSEs - Subjects include: English, Maths, Creative and Media Diploma, and Music
Lady Lumley's School
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