I am a freelance creative professional based in Lancaster, combining theatre, events, and education. I graduated from Lancaster University with a First Class honours degree in Theatre and German in 2018 and completed an MA in Translation in 2019, with study abroad experiences in the USA and Germany. I love crafting engaging experiences for audiences of all ages and collaborating with local organisations to bring imaginative theatre and events to life. I perform with After Dark’s murder mystery company, Funcast Character Company, and Royal Princess Parties, as well as running my own theatre company, Three Left Feet CIC, as founder and director. I project-manage and design a range of indoor and outdoor theatre events and experiences, and I design and facilitate creative workshops for children and young people. I also bring hands-on practical skills as a technician, duty manager and production support across venues, helping events run smoothly from concept to curtain.

Elspeth Dale

I am a freelance creative professional based in Lancaster, combining theatre, events, and education. I graduated from Lancaster University with a First Class honours degree in Theatre and German in 2018 and completed an MA in Translation in 2019, with study abroad experiences in the USA and Germany. I love crafting engaging experiences for audiences of all ages and collaborating with local organisations to bring imaginative theatre and events to life. I perform with After Dark’s murder mystery company, Funcast Character Company, and Royal Princess Parties, as well as running my own theatre company, Three Left Feet CIC, as founder and director. I project-manage and design a range of indoor and outdoor theatre events and experiences, and I design and facilitate creative workshops for children and young people. I also bring hands-on practical skills as a technician, duty manager and production support across venues, helping events run smoothly from concept to curtain.

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I am a freelance creative professional based in Lancaster, combining theatre, events, and education. I graduated from Lancaster University with a First Class honours degree in Theatre and German in 2018 and completed an MA in Translation in 2019, with study abroad experiences in the USA and Germany. I love crafting engaging experiences for audiences of all ages and collaborating with local organisations to bring imaginative theatre and events to life.

I perform with After Dark’s murder mystery company, Funcast Character Company, and Royal Princess Parties, as well as running my own theatre company, Three Left Feet CIC, as founder and director. I project-manage and design a range of indoor and outdoor theatre events and experiences, and I design and facilitate creative workshops for children and young people. I also bring hands-on practical skills as a technician, duty manager and production support across venues, helping events run smoothly from concept to curtain.

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Experience Level

Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent
German
Advanced

Work Experience

Performer at Royal Princess Parties
January 1, 2024 - Present
Performing in interactive shows and events for children; serving as an entertainment host and, when applicable, taking on roles such as suspects in themed experiences.
Freelance Workshop Facilitator at Self-Employed
January 1, 2023 - Present
Facilitating creative workshops for children and young people, developing engaging activities and collaborative projects.
Performer at Little Gargoyle (After Dark & Funcast Character Company)
January 1, 2022 - Present
Performer in interactive shows and character-based experiences, including events in Morecambe.
Creative Producer, Company Founder & Director at Three Left Feet CIC
January 1, 2019 - Present
Directed and produced theatre events and experiences, managing projects, audiences, and collaborations with local organisations.
Freelance Associate Producer at Light Up Lancaster
January 1, 2021 - Present
Freelance associate producer supporting productions and event coordination.
Casual Technician at The Grand Theatre, Lancaster
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024
Provided technical assistance and production support for various shows.
Stage Manager at The Dukes Play in the Park
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024
Stage management for outdoor theatre productions.
Freelance Producer/Event Manager at Escape2Make
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2024
Producer and event manager coordinating creative projects and workshops.
Casual Technician at Nuffield Theatre, Lancaster University
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2023
Casual technician providing production support and set-up for theatre productions.
Assistant Stage Manager at The Dukes Park Show Jungle Book
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Assistant stage manager for a child-focused production.
Artist’s Assistant/Administrator at Leo Burtin
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2014
Artist’s assistant and administrative support work within an artistic practice.
Duty Manager & Duty Stage Manager at The Dukes, Lancaster
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2014
Duty management and stage management duties for theatre productions.
Freelance Workshop Facilitator
January 1, 2023 - Present
Designing and delivering creative workshops for children and young people, including collaborative projects with local arts organisations.
Casual Technician at The Grand Theatre
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024
Stage Manager at The Dukes Play in the Park, Lancaster
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024
Freelance Producer / Event Manager at Escape2Make
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024
Producer and events manager for Escape2Make projects in Lancaster.
Assistant Stage Manager at The Dukes Park Show Jungle Book, Lancaster
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
Artist’s Assistant / Administrator at Leo Burtin
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2014

Education

BA (Hons) in Theatre and German at Lancaster University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2018
MA Translation at Lancaster University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2019
First Class honours degree in Theatre and German at Lancaster University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2018
MA Translation at Lancaster University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2019

Qualifications

First Class honours degree in Theatre and German
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2018
MA Translation
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2019

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization