About Us

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Our vision is to lead the South West into becoming a recognised region that amplifies and celebrates Global Majority people in the arts and cultural sector.

Our Story

Beyond Face was founded in 2015 by Artistic Director & CEO Alix Harris in Plymouth. The company was formed to address the lack of representation of Global Majority people participating in theatre in the city.

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There was a common misconception that a county such as Devon didn’t have people who wanted to engage in the arts. Beyond Face was created to challenge that by raising the profile and visibility of Global Majority people, and providing more opportunities for engagement and breaking down barriers. 

The company has been expanding its work for over a decade and has worked nationally and internationally with the ambition to amplify the region as a place where Global Majority people are making and engaging in high quality artistic work. Beyond Face have produced 10 new writing productions and in 2021 rebranded as a South West based organisation in order to connect with more artists and audiences across the region. In 2023 Beyond Face joined the Arts Council’s National Portfolio, which gave stability to deepen our offerings.

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Our Values

Meet the team

Beyond Face is an artist led organisation made up of individuals with their own creative practice, who undergo and understand the process of creative development. This expertise is what shapes our offers and strengthens our relationship with those who engage with Beyond Face.

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  • Alix Harris

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    CEO and Artistic Director

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  • Corinne Walker

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    Artist Development Producer and Facilitator

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  • Tamera Heron

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    Company Storyteller

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  • Helen Bovey

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    Operations Manager

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  • Emily Williams

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    Executive Associate

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  • Manny Patterson

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    Production Assistant & Creative Thinker

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Associate circle

We work with a circle of freelance creatives and companies to support core areas of Beyond Face’s delivery. 

  • Quason Matthews

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  • Euella Jackson

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    Creative Impact Associate

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  • Impossible Producing

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    Gabby Vautier & Charlie Bunker

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Board of Directors

  • Suzie Henderson

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    Creative Director Storyhouse | Beyond Face Interim Chair and Non-Executive Director

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  • Bhavini Goyate

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    Inclusion Manager, BFI (British Film Institute) | Beyond Face Non-Executive Director

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  • Titilola Dawudu

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    Artistic Director, High Tide | Beyond Face Non-Executive Director

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  • Enitan Aromolaran

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    Solicitor | Beyond Face Non-Executive Director

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