News Blog
May 2013
Barrie Ryan English
Barrie is currently filming NOMADS Webisode with Quickfoot Media and English Rice Productions. This is written by Barrie Ryan English & Catherine Rice, directed by Ryan Simons and Barrie Ryan English.
"A crooked Am Dram society attracts a clan of quirky individuals all seeking their fifteen minutes, for various reasons. Throughout the series we discover their fears, hopes and idiosyncrasies as they rehearse together to put on a show."
Barrie Ryan English
Barrie will be appearing in BOTTOMS UP at The Liverpool Actors Studio Theatre playing the role of Malek.
"BOTTOMS UP is a thoughtful comedy filled with laughs, lust and a little bit of breast milk."
Gemma Ryan and Simon Lacy
Simon and Gemma will be filming with Outstanding BSS in Leeds during May for a corporate business film.
Simon Lacy
Catch Simon in THE LAND OF NOD on 17 May at Marsden Mechanics, 18 May at Seven Arts in Chapel Allerton, 24 May at Stubbing Wharf, Hebden Bridge, and 31 May at Bradford Playhouse.
Dan Carey, Michael Forrest, Mark Bellamy, Lisa Allen, Mark Esaias and Timothy Richey
North Of Watford’s actors continue North Of Watford’s work with Professional Role Players Ltd, providing services to the General Medical Council.
Mark Esaias
Mark will be appearing in 3 COLOURS for Norwich Puppet Theatre and Polka Theatre as Puppeteer and Performer, directed by Joy Haynes. Rehearsals start at Norwich Puppet Theatre from 13 May. The production opens 10 June and will run at Norwich Puppet Theatre until it transfers to Polka Theatre from 26 June to 17 August. Mark will then tour until 4 October.
www.puppettheatre.co.uk/education/norwich-puppet-theatre-shows/3-colours840657374
Lisa Allen
Lisa will return to BBC Radio Drama again this month in the Afternoon Play for Radio 4 on May 3rd at 2.15pm. DEAD MANS SUIT is written by Michael Stewart and Lisa will play several roles including Chardonnay, The Charity Shop Assistant and Policewoman. The cast includes Jeremy Swift, Conrad Nelson, Kate Coogan and Natalie Grady.
Simon Lacy
Simon will be appearing with THE LAND OF NOD at the West Yorkshire Playhouse performing a selection of sketches as part of the West Yorkshire Playhouse TRANSFORM festival. Catch them on 20 April at 22:00 in a specially constructed bandstand.
welcometothelandofnod.wordpress.com
www.wyp.org.uk/what's-on/2013/transform-my-leeds-my-city/
www.facebook.com/pages/Land-of-Nod/107173082679204?ref=tn_tnmn
Michael Forrest
Michael will be filming for CORONATION STREET on location in Macclesfield this month. Transmission dates to follow!
Ruth Cataroche
Ruth has begun rehearsals for her rep tour with Mikron Theatre. She will be playing Mrs Pertwee in DON'T SHOOT THE MESSENGER and Ruth in BEYOND THE VEIL. Catch these shows around the UK - touring until 26 October.
Sarah Emmott
Sarah will be appearing in the rerun of LOST IN AUSTEN as Elspeth on ITV3 over Easter.
Watch it again here: www.itv.com/itvplayer/search/term/lost-in-austen
Simon Lacy
This month Simon will be working with Q20 Theatre, Lumley Associates and Make A Wish Entertainment.
Mark Esaias
Mark will return as head puppeteer to Old Saw’s TOMTEN in the Greenwich Children’s Theatre Festival on 11 April. The programme includes many exciting shows including Norwich Puppet Theatre’s THE TINDERBOX, in which Mark was part of the Research and Development team. www.greenwichtheatre.org.uk/index.php?option=com_content&view=category&layout=blog&id=12&Itemid=69
Michael Forrest, Dean Love and Dan Carey
North Of Watford’s actors continue North Of Watford’s work with Professional Role Players Ltd, providing services to the General Medical Council.
Simon Lacy
Simon will be appearing with LAND OF NOD at the Liverpool Actors Studio on 4 April, 19:30.
www.theliverpoolactorsstudio.com/upcomingshows/the-land-of-nod/
Timothy Richey
Timothy is appearing in THE GRUFFALO for Tall Stories. This is currently touring the USA.
Mark Bellamy
North Of Watford is pleased to welcome MARK BELLAMY. Mark has an extensive C.V and is an experienced actor with national and international credits in theatre, television, film and radio. Mark is also a highly skilled voice over artist and was a presenter at the Dutch World Service for over seven years.
Dermot Daly
Dermot will be filming for the feature film X-BREED as the Guard, produced by Liquid Noise North films and starring John Lynch (SLIDING DOORS). X-BREED is a £3.5m science-fiction thriller about soldiers sent into a military academy, to be filmed in York and Newcastle. This is due to be released in 2014.
Gemma Ryan
Gemma recorded all the female voices for the Sony Playstation game WHEN VIKINGS ATTACK. It won Best New Download Game at the prestigious E3 Awards in LA.
Lara Bradban
Listen to Lara’s latest voice over that has now gone live for OnePay Ltd on their new IVR system: 0113 320 1900
Sarah Emmott
You can hear Sarah’s voice over on HEAT HOLDERS TV idents. These were recorded at the Voice Over Gallery in Manchester for Brick House Productions and will be shown on CBS Drama, CBS Reality, Bio and Universal.
Gemma Ryan
Gemma was interviewed for BBC Radio 4's FRONT ROW where she performed clips from SELF PORTRAIT. She is working with artist David Shrigley on his new exhibition. Listen to the interview here:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=qeZok_-HQ18&feature=player_embedded
www.cornerhouse.org/david-shrigley/david-shrigley-media/taking-to-the-stage-in-self-portrait
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April 2013
Dan Carey
Dan is interviewed here on RTE as part of his Irish tour with Laughlines. He is wowing audiences as Father Jack in Ted & Co The Dinner Show.
laughlines.net/father-ted-and-co-the-dinner-show/
www.rte.ie/podcasts/2012/pc/pod-v-17091210m01smooneytedandco-pid0-601944_audio.mp3
Lisa Allen
Lisa will return to BBC Radio Drama again this month in the Afternoon Play for Radio 4 on May 3rd at 2.15pm. DEAD MANS SUIT is written by Michael Stewart and Lisa will play several roles including Chardonnay, The Charity Shop Assistant and Policewoman. The cast includes Jeremy Swift, Conrad Nelson, Kate Coogan and Natalie Grady.
Simon Lacy
Simon will be appearing with THE LAND OF NOD at the West Yorkshire Playhouse performing a selection of sketches as part of the West Yorkshire Playhouse TRANSFORM festival. Catch them on 20 April at 22:00 in a specially constructed bandstand.
welcometothelandofnod.wordpress.com
www.wyp.org.uk/what's-on/2013/transform-my-leeds-my-city/
www.facebook.com/pages/Land-of-Nod/107173082679204?ref=tn_tnmn
Michael Forrest
Michael will be filming for CORONATION STREET on location in Macclesfield this month. Transmission dates to follow!
Ruth Cataroche
Ruth has begun rehearsals for her rep tour with Mikron Theatre. She will be playing Mrs Pertwee in DON'T SHOOT THE MESSENGER and Ruth in BEYOND THE VEIL. Catch these shows around the UK - touring until 26 October.
Sarah Emmott
Sarah will be appearing in the rerun of LOST IN AUSTEN as Elspeth on ITV3 over Easter.
Watch it again here: www.itv.com/itvplayer/search/term/lost-in-austen
Simon Lacy
This month Simon will be working with Q20 Theatre, Lumley Associates and Make A Wish Entertainment.
Mark Esaias
Mark will return as head puppeteer to Old Saw’s TOMTEN in the Greenwich Children’s Theatre Festival on 11 April. The programme includes many exciting shows including Norwich Puppet Theatre’s THE TINDERBOX, in which Mark was part of the Research and Development team. www.greenwichtheatre.org.uk/index.php?option=com_content&view=category&layout=blog&id=12&Itemid=69
Michael Forrest, Dean Love and Dan Carey
North Of Watford’s actors continue North Of Watford’s work with Professional Role Players Ltd, providing services to the General Medical Council.
Simon Lacy
Simon will be appearing with LAND OF NOD at the Liverpool Actors Studio on 4 April, 19:30.
www.theliverpoolactorsstudio.com/upcomingshows/the-land-of-nod/
Timothy Richey
Timothy is appearing in THE GRUFFALO for Tall Stories. This is currently touring the USA.
Mark Bellamy
North Of Watford is pleased to welcome MARK BELLAMY. Mark has an extensive C.V and is an experienced actor with national and international credits in theatre, television, film and radio. Mark is also a highly skilled voice over artist and was a presenter at the Dutch World Service for over seven years.
Dermot Daly
Dermot will be filming for the feature film X-BREED as the Guard, produced by Liquid Noise North films and starring John Lynch (SLIDING DOORS). X-BREED is a £3.5m science-fiction thriller about soldiers sent into a military academy, to be filmed in York and Newcastle. This is due to be released in 2014.
Gemma Ryan
Gemma recorded all the female voices for the Sony Playstation game WHEN VIKINGS ATTACK. It won Best New Download Game at the prestigious E3 Awards in LA.
Lara Bradban
Listen to Lara’s latest voice over that has now gone live for OnePay Ltd on their new IVR system: 0113 320 1900
Sarah Emmott
You can hear Sarah’s voice over on HEAT HOLDERS TV idents. These were recorded at the Voice Over Gallery in Manchester for Brick House Productions and will be shown on CBS Drama, CBS Reality, Bio and Universal.
Gemma Ryan
Gemma was interviewed for BBC Radio 4's FRONT ROW where she performed clips from SELF PORTRAIT. She is working with artist David Shrigley on his new exhibition. Listen to the interview here:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=qeZok_-HQ18&feature=player_embedded
www.cornerhouse.org/david-shrigley/david-shrigley-media/taking-to-the-stage-in-self-portrait
Dan Carey
Dan is interviewed here on RTE as part of his Irish tour with Laughlines. He is wowing audiences as Father Jack in Ted & Co The Dinner Show.
laughlines.net/father-ted-and-co-the-dinner-show/
www.rte.ie/podcasts/2012/pc/pod-v-17091210m01smooneytedandco-pid0-601944_audio.mp3
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March 2013
Timothy Richey
Timothy is appearing in THE GRUFFALO for Tall Stories. This is currently touring the USA.
Sarah Emmott
Sarah will be performing stand up on 30 March in Stockport and 31 March in Manchester at the Frog and Bucket. She will be supporting Maureen Younger and Suzi Ruffell on both nights.
Simon Lacy
Simon will be appearing with LAND OF NOD on 15 March at Seven Arts, 20:00, and the New Bradford Playhouse main stage on 22 March.
Lara Bradban
Lara will be travelling to Istanbul to film with Selt Publishing as part of their teaching English series', which are distributed internationally. The director is Elspeth Tavici.
Lisa Allen
Lisa will be recording for the Radio 4 Afternoon Drama DEAD MAN’S SUIT, written by Michael Stewart. Lisa will be playing the roles of Laura, Penny and Shop Assistant. The production will be recorded at the Media City studios in Salford and will be directed by Gary Brown.
Simon Lacy
Simon will be appearing with LAND OF NOD at The New Bradford Playhouse main stage on 22 March, 20:00.
Mark Esaias
Mark will be appearing as puppeteer and actor in TOMTEN at the Old Saw Theatre and Litte Angel Theatre (described on their website as "the Home of British Puppetry") between 15 and 16 March, 11:00. The show will incorporate bunraku puppetry, shadow work and object animation and is directed by Siggi Lindal. The performances are part of The Little Angel Firsts Festival. This is a new puppetry show for children and their families adapted by Greta Clough from the classic Swedish poem by Viktor Rydberg. See the original poem here:
tomtenposter.com/The_Tomten.html
www.littleangeltheatre.com/lat/whatson/forthcoming/MjM0
Barrie Ryan English
Barrie will be playing Salty as well as directing John Godber’s TEECHERS at The Liverpool Actors Studio in March. This will be playing between 5 and 9 March, produced by English Rice Productions.
Mark Esaias
Mark will be doing development work with Norwich Puppet Theatre and Polka Theatre for their production of 3 COLOURS during March. This is in preparation for their run later in the year and will be directed by Joy Haynes. Watch this space!
www.puppettheatre.co.uk/education/norwich-puppet-theatre-shows/3-colours840657374
Lisa Allen, Dan Carey, Michael Forrest, Gemma Ryan and Dean Love
North Of Watford’s actors continue North Of Watford’s work with Professional Role Players Ltd, providing services to the General Medical Council.
Gemma Ryan
Gemma recorded all the female voices for the Sony Playstation game WHEN VIKINGS ATTACK. It won Best New Download Game at the prestigious E3 Awards in LA.
Sarah Emmott
You can hear Sarah’s voice over on HEAT HOLDERS TV idents. These were recorded at the Voice Over Gallery in Manchester for Brick House Productions and will be shown on CBS Drama, CBS Reality, Bio and Universal.
Gemma Ryan
Gemma was interviewed for BBC Radio 4's FRONT ROW where she performed clips from SELF PORTRAIT. She is working with artist David Shrigley on his new exhibition. Listen to the interview here:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=qeZok_-HQ18&feature=player_embedded
www.cornerhouse.org/david-shrigley/david-shrigley-media/taking-to-the-stage-in-self-portrait
Dan Carey
Dan is interviewed here on RTE as part of his Irish tour with Laughlines. He is wowing audiences as Father Jack in Ted & Co The Dinner Show.
laughlines.net/father-ted-and-co-the-dinner-show/
www.rte.ie/podcasts/2012/pc/pod-v-17091210m01smooneytedandco-pid0-601944_audio.mp3

North Of Watford New Office
It's finally here! THE BIG MOVE! We have now taken possession of our brand new riverside office at The Creative Quarter in Hebden Bridge Town Hall. We are proud to be located at the heart of this £4.7million regeneration project and can't wait to start taking those calls!
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February 2013
Michael Forrest, Dan Carey, Lisa Allen and Barrie Ryan English
North Of Watford’s actors continue North Of Watford’s work with Professional Role Players Ltd, providing services to the General Medical Council.
Sarah Emmott
Sarah will be performing a stand up gig at the Contact Theatre in Manchester on Monday 4 February.
contactmcr.com/whats-on/2013/02/04/
See reviews here:
www.thepublicreviews.com/queer-contact-comedy-playground-contact-manchester/
Sarah Emmott and Michael Forrest
Congratulations to Sarah and Michael who will be working again with Art With Heart to develop THE SECRET DIARIES OF A TEENAGE QUEER. They will rehearse in January and perform at Contact Theatre, Manchester on 7 February. Here's the link to tickets:
contactmcr.com/whats-on/1157-qc2013-the-secret-diaries-of-a-teenage-queer/
Gemma Ryan
Gemma recorded all the female voices for the Sony Playstation game WHEN VIKINGS ATTACK. It won Best New Download Game at the prestigious E3 Awards in LA.
Lara Bradban
Listen to Lara’s latest voice over that has now gone live for OnePay Ltd on their new IVR system: 0113 320 1900
Sarah Emmott
You can hear Sarah’s voice over on HEAT HOLDERS TV idents. These were recorded at the Voice Over Gallery in Manchester for Brick House Productions and will be shown on CBS Drama, CBS Reality, Bio and Universal.
Gemma Ryan
Gemma was interviewed for BBC Radio 4's FRONT ROW where she performed clips from SELF PORTRAIT. She is working with artist David Shrigley on his new exhibition. Listen to the interview here:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=qeZok_-HQ18&feature=player_embedded
www.cornerhouse.org/david-shrigley/david-shrigley-media/taking-to-the-stage-in-self-portrait
Sarah Emmott
Sarah will be co-presenting the BREAKFAST RADIO SHOW on Gaydio FM with Chris Holliday every Tuesday morning. You can listen in on 88.4FM in and around Manchester or further afield online at www.gaydio.co.uk. You can also listen on your mobile or through most streaming devices. Sarah will be live on air from 07:00 until 10:00.
Dan Carey
Dan is interviewed here on RTE as part of his Irish tour with Laughlines. He is wowing audiences as Father Jack in Ted & Co The Dinner Show.
laughlines.net/father-ted-and-co-the-dinner-show/
www.rte.ie/podcasts/2012/pc/pod-v-17091210m01smooneytedandco-pid0-601944_audio.mp3

North Of Watford New Office
It's finally here! THE BIG MOVE! We have now taken possession of our brand new riverside office at The Creative Quarter in Hebden Bridge Town Hall. We are proud to be located at the heart of this £4.7million regeneration project and can't wait to start taking those calls!
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January 2013
Mark Esaias
Mark continues his puppetry training in the HAND SHADOWS WORKSHOP with Drew Colby (Finger and Thumb Theatre). For a clip of Drew Colby's work please follow the link:
Gemma Ryan, Jo Gerard and Michael Forrest
North Of Watford’s actors continue North Of Watford’s work with Professional Role Players Ltd, providing services to the General Medical Council.
Sarah Emmott and Michael Forrest
Congratulations to Sarah and Michael who will be working again with Art With Heart to develop THE SECRET DIARIES OF A TEENAGE QUEER. They will rehearse in January and perform at Contact Theatre, Manchester on 7 February. Here's the link to tickets:
contactmcr.com/whats-on/1157-qc2013-the-secret-diaries-of-a-teenage-queer/
Gemma Ryan
Gemma recorded all the female voices for the Sony Playstation game WHEN VIKINGS ATTACK. It won Best New Download Game at the prestigious E3 Awards in LA.
Lara Bradban
Listen to Lara’s latest voice over that has now gone live for OnePay Ltd on their new IVR system: 0113 320 1900
Sarah Emmott
You can hear Sarah’s voice over on HEAT HOLDERS TV idents. These were recorded at the Voice Over Gallery in Manchester for Brick House Productions and will be shown on CBS Drama, CBS Reality, Bio and Universal.
Gemma Ryan
Gemma was interviewed for BBC Radio 4's FRONT ROW where she performed clips from SELF PORTRAIT. She is working with artist David Shrigley on his new exhibition. Listen to the interview here:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=qeZok_-HQ18&feature=player_embedded
www.cornerhouse.org/david-shrigley/david-shrigley-media/taking-to-the-stage-in-self-portrait
Sarah Emmott
Sarah will be co-presenting the BREAKFAST RADIO SHOW on Gaydio FM with Chris Holliday every Tuesday morning. You can listen in on 88.4FM in and around Manchester or further afield online at www.gaydio.co.uk. You can also listen on your mobile or through most streaming devices. Sarah will be live on air from 07:00 until 10:00.
Dan Carey
Dan is interviewed here on RTE as part of his Irish tour with Laughlines. He is wowing audiences as Father Jack in Ted & Co The Dinner Show.
laughlines.net/father-ted-and-co-the-dinner-show/
www.rte.ie/podcasts/2012/pc/pod-v-17091210m01smooneytedandco-pid0-601944_audio.mp3

North Of Watford New Office
It's finally here! THE BIG MOVE! We have now taken possession of our brand new riverside office at The Creative Quarter in Hebden Bridge Town Hall. We are proud to be located at the heart of this £4.7million regeneration project and can't wait to start taking those calls!
Sarah Emmott
North Of Watford are proud to support Sarah Emmott's fundraising for Abbey's Wish to Walk.
www.charitygiving.co.uk/abbeyswishtowalk
Facebook: Abbey's Wish to Walk
Twitter: @abswishtowalk
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December 2012
Sarah Emmott
Sarah will be performing at The Lawrence Batley Theatre in Huddersfield as part of SOUND WOMEN on 14 December. Tickets are £8 from www.lbt.org
Sarah Emmott and Michael Forrest
Congratulations to Sarah and Michael who will be working again with Art With Heart to develop THE SECRET DIARIES OF A TEENAGE QUEER. They will rehearse in January and perform at Contact Theatre, Manchester on 7 February. Here's the link to tickets:
contactmcr.com/whats-on/1157-qc2013-the-secret-diaries-of-a-teenage-queer/
Simon Lacy
Simon will be appearing in THE LAND OF NOD. Catch it on 7 December, 20:00 at The Three Minute Theatre, Manchester, 8 December, 20:00 at Seven Arts, Leeds and 13 December, 20:00 at The New Bradford Playhouse.
“All comedy sketch groups should take notes from this show.”
“Takes you on an exquisite journey giving you everything you could want in a sketch show...”
Jeff Merchant
Jeff will be filming an NHS Blood & Transplant Training Film this month for The Casting Connection.
Gemma Ryan
Gemma recorded all the female voices for the Sony Playstation game WHEN VIKINGS ATTACK. It won Best New Download Game at the prestigious E3 Awards in LA.
Barrie Ryan English
Barrie will be appearing in THE GINGERBEAD MAN as Dastardly Mr Fox at The Liverpool Actors’ Studio between 4 and 22 December. A fun filled festive treat for all the family!
Book Tickets at: www.theliverpoolactorsstudio.com or call 0151 7099034
Juliet Budd
North Of Watford’s actors continue North Of Watford’s work with Professional Role Players Ltd, providing services to the General Medical Council.
Lara Bradban
Listen to Lara’s latest voice over that has now gone live for OnePay Ltd on their new IVR system: 0113 320 1900
Dean Love
See Dean in Pantomime this Christmas at the Barnsley Lamproom Theatre as the Magic Mirror in SNOW WHITE AND THE SEVEN DWARFS.
Sarah Emmott
You can hear Sarah’s voice over on HEAT HOLDERS TV idents. These were recorded at the Voice Over Gallery in Manchester for Brick House Productions and will be shown on CBS Drama, CBS Reality, Bio and Universal.
Mark Esaias
Mark will be touring as Puppeteer/Performer in BBC Worldwide & Polka Theatre's CHARLIE AND LOLA'S BEST BESTEST PLAY (Watershed Productions). This tour continues until 6 January.
Lisa Allen, Michael Forrest, Carol Ann Dunne, Sian Murray, Dan Carey, Timothy Richey, Ruth Cataroche and Stephanie Butler
North Of Watford are pleased to announce that the above actors will be involved in NUTCRACKER throughout December. This is the first full-scale work to be performed in the Waterfront Hall at the Town Hall, Hebden Bridge. The piece will star members of North Of Watford. The agency will also provide a creative team to work alongside the cast. More details to follow...
Gemma Ryan
Gemma was interviewed for BBC Radio 4's FRONT ROW where she performed clips from SELF PORTRAIT. She is working with artist David Shrigley on his new exhibition. Listen to the interview here:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=qeZok_-HQ18&feature=player_embedded
www.cornerhouse.org/david-shrigley/david-shrigley-media/taking-to-the-stage-in-self-portrait
Lara Bradban
Lara will be appearing as the Dress in the latest DR BECKMANN commercial. This will be shown on ITV, Channel 4 and Channel 5. This was a green screen shoot for Hubbleberry Stiltskins Ltd, directed by Jevon O’Neil. See the commercial here:
Jeff Merchant
Jeff will be filming the latest COOPERATIVE Christmas commercial. Casting by Martin Gibbons. Transmission dates to follow!
Sarah Emmott
Sarah will be co-presenting the BREAKFAST RADIO SHOW on Gaydio FM with Chris Holliday every Tuesday morning. You can listen in on 88.4FM in and around Manchester or further afield online at www.gaydio.co.uk. You can also listen on your mobile or through most streaming devices. Sarah will be live on air from 07:00 until 10:00.
Dan Carey
Dan is interviewed here on RTE as part of his Irish tour with Laughlines. He is wowing audiences as Father Jack in Ted & Co The Dinner Show.
laughlines.net/father-ted-and-co-the-dinner-show/
www.rte.ie/podcasts/2012/pc/pod-v-17091210m01smooneytedandco-pid0-601944_audio.mp3
Jo Gerard
Jo has been cast as the star of MAVIS SPARKLE. Jo begins rehearsals soon and the show will tour nationally with M6 Theatre Company in the autumn. Check here for details:

North Of Watford New Office
It's finally here! THE BIG MOVE! We have now taken possession of our brand new riverside office at The Creative Quarter in Hebden Bridge Town Hall. We are proud to be located at the heart of this £4.7million regeneration project and can't wait to start taking those calls!
Sarah Emmott
North Of Watford are proud to support Sarah Emmott's fundraising for Abbey's Wish to Walk.
www.charitygiving.co.uk/abbeyswishtowalk
Facebook: Abbey's Wish to Walk
Twitter: @abswishtowalk
Chris Orton
Chris plays the father, a fantastic role as a creepy psycho priest, in A FATHER FOR THE DEAD, and also in the full length feature version ESCHATRILOGY for Safehouse Pictures UK, following work with the company last year. www.safehousepictures.com
Jeff Merchant
Jeff Merchant stars as the Shopkeeper in LAD, a North Yorkshire feature film directed by Dan Hartley and produced by the BAFTA nominated production company Rogue Runner. LAD is a coming of age story that celebrates the Dales and its characters. The film will premier at this years Cannes Film Festival from 16 to 27 May before embarking on a nationwide tour of the UK.
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November 2012
Lara Bradban
Listen to Lara’s latest voice over that has now gone live for OnePay Ltd on their new IVR system: 0113 320 1900
Sarah Emmott and Michael Forrest
Sarah and Michael will be working with Larkin' About as part of the DE:CODERS project at the BBC.
www.larkinabout.net/homepage.html
Simon Lacy
Simon and the cast of The Land of Nod will be guests on Bradford Community Broadcasting Drive Time on Monday 19 November, 17:30. Catch the show at Caroline Street Social Club, Saltaire on Thursday 22 November 20:00. Listen to Simon's interview here (jump straight to it at 46 minutes):
www.podcast.canstream.co.uk/bcb/index.php?id=9512
Reviews: “All comedy sketch groups should take notes from this show.”
edfringereview.com/r/UB-gnD7ITcC5rgwkXDx6yg
Dean Love
See Dean in Pantomime this Christmas at the Barnsley Lamproom Theatre as the Magic Mirror in SNOW WHITE AND THE SEVEN DWARFS.
Gemma Ryan
Gemma recorded all the female voices for the Sony Playstation game WHEN VIKINGS ATTACK. This is released on 7 November. It won Best New Download Game at the prestigious E3 Awards in LA.
Chris Orton, Juliet Budd, Michael Forrest and Lara Bradban
North Of Watford’s actors continue North Of Watford’s work with Professional Role Players Ltd, providing services to the General Medical Council.
Simon Lacy
Simon will be appearing as the Undertaker in EMMERDALE on Thursday 1 November from 19:00.
Sarah Emmott
Sarah will be appearing in FRESH MEAT series two as the Union Leader. The series is shown on Tuesdays at 22:00 on Channel 4. See the teaser here:
www.channel4.com/programmes/fresh-meat/articles/series-2-teaser
Lisa Allen
North Of Watford’s actors continue North Of Watford’s work with Professional Role Players Ltd, providing services to the General Medical Council.
Sarah Emmott
You can hear Sarah’s voice over on HEAT HOLDERS TV idents. These were recorded at the Voice Over Gallery in Manchester for Brick House Productions and will be shown on CBS Drama, CBS Reality, Bio and Universal.
Mark Esaias
Mark will be touring as Puppeteer/Performer in BBC Worldwide & Polka Theatre's CHARLIE AND LOLA'S BEST BESTEST PLAY (Watershed Productions). This tour continues until 6 January.
Simon Lacy
Simon will be appearing in the role of Santa in the run up to Christmas for Q20. www.q20theatre.co.uk/html/titlepg.php?sectionref=1&menu=1&submenu=1
Lisa Allen, Michael Forrest, Carol Ann Dunne, Sian Murray, Dan Carey, Timothy Richey, Ruth Cataroche and Stephanie Butler
North Of Watford are pleased to announce that the above actors will be involved in NUTCRACKER throughout December. This is the first full-scale work to be performed in the Waterfront Hall at the Town Hall, Hebden Bridge. The piece will star members of North Of Watford. The agency will also provide a creative team to work alongside the cast. More details to follow...
Gemma Ryan
Gemma was interviewed for BBC Radio 4's FRONT ROW where she performed clips from SELF PORTRAIT. She is working with artist David Shrigley on his new exhibition. Listen to the interview here:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=qeZok_-HQ18&feature=player_embedded
www.cornerhouse.org/david-shrigley/david-shrigley-media/taking-to-the-stage-in-self-portrait
Lara Bradban
Lara will be appearing as the Dress in the latest DR BECKMANN commercial. This will be shown on ITV, Channel 4 and Channel 5. This was a green screen shoot for Hubbleberry Stiltskins Ltd, directed by Jevon O’Neil. See the commercial here:
Jeff Merchant
Jeff will be filming the latest COOPERATIVE Christmas commercial. Casting by Martin Gibbons. Transmission dates to follow!
Sarah Emmott
Sarah will be co-presenting the BREAKFAST RADIO SHOW on Gaydio FM with Chris Holliday every Tuesday morning. You can listen in on 88.4FM in and around Manchester or further afield online at www.gaydio.co.uk. You can also listen on your mobile or through most streaming devices. Sarah will be live on air from 07:00 until 10:00.
Dan Carey
Dan is interviewed here on RTE as part of his Irish tour with Laughlines. He is wowing audiences as Father Jack in Ted & Co The Dinner Show.
laughlines.net/father-ted-and-co-the-dinner-show/
www.rte.ie/podcasts/2012/pc/pod-v-17091210m01smooneytedandco-pid0-601944_audio.mp3
Gail Burland
Gail is currently appearing in the current KFC Deluxe Boneless Box commercial as the Mum.
Jo Gerard
Jo has been cast as the star of MAVIS SPARKLE. Jo begins rehearsals soon and the show will tour nationally with M6 Theatre Company in the autumn. Check here for details:

North Of Watford New Office
It's finally here! THE BIG MOVE! We have now taken possession of our brand new riverside office at The Creative Quarter in Hebden Bridge Town Hall. We are proud to be located at the heart of this £4.7million regeneration project and can't wait to start taking those calls!
Sarah Emmott
North Of Watford are proud to support Sarah Emmott's fundraising for Abbey's Wish to Walk.
www.charitygiving.co.uk/abbeyswishtowalk
Facebook: Abbey's Wish to Walk
Twitter: @abswishtowalk
Chris Orton
Chris plays the father, a fantastic role as a creepy psycho priest, in A FATHER FOR THE DEAD, and also in the full length feature version ESCHATRILOGY for Safehouse Pictures UK, following work with the company last year. www.safehousepictures.com
Ruth Cataroche
Ruth continues her mammoth tour with Mikron Theatre Company. She will be appearing in CAN YOU KEEP A SECRET and LOSING THE PLOT. Mikron have been touring professional theatre on Britain's waterways for 40 years. See tour dates and venues: here:
See recent reviews here:
www.guardian.co.uk/stage/2012/may/12/this-weeks-new-theatre-and-dance
www.wakefieldexpress.co.uk/lifestyle/a-green-fingered-show-1-4537813
Jeff Merchant
Jeff Merchant stars as the Shopkeeper in LAD, a North Yorkshire feature film directed by Dan Hartley and produced by the BAFTA nominated production company Rogue Runner. LAD is a coming of age story that celebrates the Dales and its characters. The film will premier at this years Cannes Film Festival from 16 to 27 May before embarking on a nationwide tour of the UK.
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October 2012
Dermot Daly
Dermot will be appearing as OTHELLO at York Theatre Royal between 23 and 27 October 2012 in the lead role. See reviews here:
www.theyorker.co.uk/arts/performingarts/12586
www.facebook.com/events/203442403117057/229499543844676/?notif_t=plan_mall_activity
yorkpress.co.uk/leisure/theatre/9982447.Othello__The_Studio__York_Theatre_Royal__October_23_to_27/
Simon Lacy
Simon will be appearing in the role of Santa in the run up to Christmas for Q20. www.q20theatre.co.uk/html/titlepg.php?sectionref=1&menu=1&submenu=1
Lisa Allen, Carol Ann Dunne, Sian Murray, Dan Carey, Timothy Richey, Ruth Cataroche, Michael Forrest and Stephanie Butler
North Of Watford are pleased to announce that the above actors will be involved in NUTCRACKER throughout December. This is the first full-scale work to be performed in the Waterfront Hall at the Town Hall, Hebden Bridge. The piece will star members of North Of Watford. The agency will also provide a creative team to work alongside the cast. More details to follow...
Michael Forrest
Michael will be working with Larkin About at Manchester Museum of Science & Industry between 27 and 29 October.
Mark Esaias
Mark will be appearing at Theatre Royal Winchester as Puppeteer/Performer in BBC Worldwide & Polka Theatre's CHARLIE AND LOLA'S BEST BESTEST PLAY (Watershed Productions) on 30 and 31 October. This continues to tour until 6 January.
www.theatre-royal-winchester.co.uk/production/charlie_and_lolas_best_bestest_play/
Gemma Ryan
Gemma was interviewed for BBC Radio 4's FRONT ROW where she performed clips from SELF PORTRAIT. She is working with artist David Shrigley on his new exhibition. Listen to the interview here:
Lara Bradban
Lara will recording again as the interactive narrator for OnePay's new IVR telephone system.
Dan Carey
The Olympic Games may be over but their fascinating origins will always remain. Dan narrates this short film WARFARE TO FAIR PLAY for the Royal Armouries and the Northern Film School. The film uses the national collection of arms and armour as an inspiration to show the many links between the Royal Armouries collection and sports.
Lara Bradban
Lara will be appearing as the Dress in the latest DR BECKMANN commercial. This will be shown on ITV, Channel 4 and Channel 5. This was a green screen shoot for Hubbleberry Stiltskins Ltd, directed by Jevon O’Neil. See the commercial here:
Jeff Merchant
Jeff will be filming the latest COOPERATIVE Christmas commercial. Casting by Martin Gibbons. Transmission dates to follow!
Lisa Allen, Sarah Emmott, Chris Orton, Barrie Ryan English, Michael Forrest and Juliet Budd
North Of Watford’s actors continue North Of Watford’s work with Professional Role Players Ltd, providing services to the General Medical Council.
Sarah Emmott
Sarah will be recording a voice over for HEAT HOLDERS TV idents at the Voice Over Gallery in Manchester for Brick House Productions. This will be shown on CBS Drama, CBS Reality, Bio and Universal.
Sarah Emmott
Sarah will be co-presenting the BREAKFAST RADIO SHOW on Gaydio FM with Chris Holliday every Tuesday morning. You can listen in on 88.4FM in and around Manchester or further afield online at www.gaydio.co.uk. You can also listen on your mobile or through most streaming devices. Sarah will be live on air from 07:00 until 10:00.
Dermot Daly
Dermot will be appearing as Tony in DCI BANKS on 10 and 24 October at 21:00 on ITV1 and ITV1HD. This was directed by Jim Loach.
Sarah Emmott
Sarah will be appearing in FRESH MEAT series two as the Union Leader. The series starts on 9 October at 22:00 on Channel 4. See the teaser here:
www.channel4.com/programmes/fresh-meat/articles/series-2-teaser
Mark Esaias
This month Mark will be training in Marionette Operation with Harlequin Award winning puppeteer Ronnie Le Drew (he brought to life Zippy from RAINBOW!) For more information about what Mark will be getting up to please follow the link below:
www.puppettheatre.co.uk/whats-on/masterclasses/marionette-masterclass
Michael Forrest
Michael will be filming as Ding Dong, an alcoholic sidekick of a character played by Graham Walker (THE GRUMBLEWEEDS, RED RIDING, MAX AND PADDY) in BREMNER. This will be on location at a pub in Beeston, Leeds.
Gemma Ryan
Gemma will be performing a piece of theatre for David Shrigley’s new exhibition at the Corner House, Manchester. Gemma will initially record the piece, which will be played on a loop during the exhibition and will then perform the piece live at the press preview on Friday 5 October.
www.cornerhouse.org/art/art-exhibitions/david-shrigley-how-are-you-feeling
Michael Forrest
Michael will be appearing in CHIP IN THE SUGAR and MONO E MONO at Kirkby Lonsdale Institute on 13 October 2012. This is a one off performance.
Lara Bradban
Lara will be appearing as the Dress in the latest DR BECKMANN commercial. This will be shown on ITV, Channel 4 and Channel 5. This was a green screen shoot for Hubbleberry Stiltskins Ltd, directed by Jevon O’Neil.
www.dr-beckmann.co.uk/ www.hubbleberry.com
Dan Carey
Dan is interviewed here on RTE as part of his Irish tour with Laughlines. He is wowing audiences as Father Jack in Ted & Co The Dinner Show.
laughlines.net/father-ted-and-co-the-dinner-show/
www.rte.ie/podcasts/2012/pc/pod-v-17091210m01smooneytedandco-pid0-601944_audio.mp3
Dean Love
Dean will be working in collaboration with Open Minds Theatre Company, On The Road Productions and Plum Pie Media touring OPUS HATCH as the role of Jigger. This will tour to venues throughout the Yorkshire region in September and October. See www.opushatch.co.uk for details.
Carol Ann Dunne
Carol will be performing in BLITZ BRIDE with Planet Rabbit Productions during September and October.
Gail Burland
Gail is currently appearing in the current KFC Deluxe Boneless Box commercial as the Mum.
Jo Gerard
Jo has been cast as the star of MAVIS SPARKLE. Jo begins rehearsals soon and the show will tour nationally with M6 Theatre Company in the autumn. Check here for details:

North Of Watford New Office
It's finally here! THE BIG MOVE! We have now taken possession of our brand new riverside office at The Creative Quarter in Hebden Bridge Town Hall. We are proud to be located at the heart of this £4.7million regeneration project and can't wait to start taking those calls!
Stephanie Butler
Stephanie will be touring with Northumberland Theatre Company as Helena in A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM between 13 August and 28 October. www.northumberlandtheatre.co.uk/shows/
Sarah Emmott
North Of Watford are proud to support Sarah Emmott's fundraising for Abbey's Wish to Walk.
www.charitygiving.co.uk/abbeyswishtowalk
Facebook: Abbey's Wish to Walk
Twitter: @abswishtowalk
Chris Orton
Chris plays the father, a fantastic role as a creepy psycho priest, in A FATHER FOR THE DEAD, and also in the full length feature version ESCHATRILOGY for Safehouse Pictures UK, following work with the company last year. www.safehousepictures.com
Ruth Cataroche
Ruth continues her mammoth tour with Mikron Theatre Company. She will be appearing in CAN YOU KEEP A SECRET and LOSING THE PLOT. Mikron have been touring professional theatre on Britain's waterways for 40 years. See tour dates and venues: here:
See recent reviews here:
www.guardian.co.uk/stage/2012/may/12/this-weeks-new-theatre-and-dance
www.wakefieldexpress.co.uk/lifestyle/a-green-fingered-show-1-4537813
Jeff Merchant
Jeff Merchant stars as the Shopkeeper in LAD, a North Yorkshire feature film directed by Dan Hartley and produced by the BAFTA nominated production company Rogue Runner. LAD is a coming of age story that celebrates the Dales and its characters. The film will premier at this years Cannes Film Festival from 16 to 27 May before embarking on a nationwide tour of the UK.
Dermot Daly
Dermot will be appearing in DCI BANKS (ITV) in the role of Tony. This was directed by Jim Loach. Casting by Laura Scott. Transmission dates to follow!
Timothy Richey
Timothy is appearing in THE GRUFFALO for Tall Stories. This is currently touring the UK.
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September 2012
Lara Bradban
Lara was privileged to gain a place on the Horse and Bamboo Theatre Puppetry Masterclass run by Mark Whitaker with the help of North Of Watford. Mark has worked with Horse and Bamboo Theatre for many years, as well as commercially in the industry, including on PROMETHEUS for Ridley Scott. The masterclass covered techniques in glove puppetry, rod, marionette and Bunraku.
Sarah Emmott
Sarah will be performing as part of an interactive festival in Manchester called LOST AND FOUND on Thursday 27 September. This is in partnership with the Contact Theatre and will take the form of small personalised performances. Sarah will be performing original work on a tram for random strangers on the pink line between Piccadilly and Media City!
Dermot Daly
Dermot is currently in rehearsal at York Theatre Royal ready to star as OTHELLO. As you would expect, tickets are selling fast.
www.yorktheatreroyal.co.uk/shows/ysp_othello.php#.UFmbD0LvOJU
Lisa Allen
Make sure you put your feet up on Saturday evening 22 September at 9pm and listen to Lisa as Julie Kirkbride & the policewoman on BBC RADIO 3 in THE THANK YOU PRESENT. Written by Sony Gold award-winning writer Christopher Reason. Lisa stars alongside multi Olivier Award winning actor Roger Allam and former CORONATION STREET stars Reece Dinsdale and Deborah McAndrew.
www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b01755p0
www.yorktheatreroyal.co.uk/shows/ysp_othello.php#.UFmbD0LvOJU
Dan Carey
Dan is interviewed here on RTE as part of his Irish tour with Laughlines. He is wowing audiences as Father Jack in Ted & Co The Dinner Show.
laughlines.net/father-ted-and-co-the-dinner-show/
www.rte.ie/podcasts/2012/pc/pod-v-17091210m01smooneytedandco-pid0-601944_audio.mp3
Lara Bradban
Lara will be recording a voice over as narrator and characters for Selt Publishing for THE LEARNING LADDER LEVELS 1 - 3. This will be directed by Elspeth Tavici.
Sarah Emmott
Sarah will be co-presenting the BREAKFAST RADIO SHOW at Gaydio FM with Chris Holliday on Tuesday 25 September. You can listen in on 88.4FM in and around Manchester or further afield online at www.gaydio.co.uk. You can also listen on your mobile or through most streaming devices. Sarah will be live on air from 07:00 until 10:00.
Michael Forrest and Lara Bradban
Michael and Lara have been accepted as part of the newly established theatre company at The Lantern Theatre in Sheffield. Watch this space for productions! www.lanterntheatre.org.uk
Lara Bradban
Lara will be filming the latest DR BECKMANN commercial with Hubbleberry Stiltskins Ltd at Big Shed. This will be in full green screen suit as Lara animates a dress. Casting by Michelle Smith, directed by Jevon O’Neill. Transmission in October.
Timothy Richey
North Of Watford are proud to support our friend and agent Timothy Richey as he performs a sky dive on Wednesday 12 September with the cast of THE GRUFFALO. The jump is to raise money for a charity close to their hearts, Families Against Neuroblastoma. To find out more and how you can help Timothy and THE GRUFFALO gang please look at the link below. Keep checking here for updates! GOOD LUCK TIMMY!
www.justgiving.com/The-Gruffalo-Jumps/eurl.axd/31b5ff4f117392438559b1f3c8e20cc5
Carol Ann Dunne
Carol will be performing in BLITZ BRIDE with Planet Rabbit Productions during September and October.
Cynthia H Rover
Cynthia H Rover
Cynthia will be appearing as Jenny Wren in a production of EUPHORIA by Ensemble 52. This will be showing at Fruit Space in Hull, directed by Andrew Pearson, between 13 – 15 September. The production takes the form of a 20 minute monologue.
Mark Esaias
Mark is training in 'Bouffon' with French master clown Philippe Gaulier. Former Gaulier students are Emma Thompson and Sacha Baron Cohen. Follow the link to find out more information about the kind of clowning around Mark will be getting up to!
Dan Carey
Dan will be working with Laughlines Comedy Entertainment as Manuel throughout September all over the UK and Ireland.
Michael Forrest, Juliet Budd, Sian Murray, Lisa Allen, Gemma Ryan and Sarah Emmott
North Of Watford’s actors continue North Of Watford’s work with Professional Role Players Ltd, providing services to the General Medical Council.
Lisa Allen
Lisa Allen’s work at BBC Radio Drama will be aired again on Radio 3 on Saturday 22 September, 21:00. THE THANK YOU PRESENT is written by award-winning writer Christopher Reason and will be broadcast as part of The Wire season. Lisa will play the role of Julie Kirkbride alongside multi Olivier Award winning actor Roger Allam and former CORONATION STREET stars Reece Dinsdale and Deborah McAndrew. We will post links as soon as we have them.
Lara Bradban
Lara will be recording as narrator for the latest illustrated children’s story KEIRA AND KEIRAN ON THE MOON for www.karlwarren.com
Dean Love
Dean will be working in collaboration with Open Minds Theatre Company, On The Road Productions and Plum Pie Media touring OPUS HATCH as the role of Jigger. This will tour to venues throughout the Yorkshire region in September and October. See www.opushatch.co.uk for details.
Gail Burland
Gail is currently appearing in the current KFC Deluxe Boneless Box commercial as the Mum.
Simon Lacy
Simon will be filming as the Undertaker in EMMERDALE during September. Transmission dates to follow.
Lara Bradban
Lara will be recording a voice over for the interactive voice response system for OnePay.
Dean Love
Dean will be working with Macmillan nurses and the Yorkshire and Humber Deanery throughout September.
Sarah Emmott and Michael Forrest
See the latest reviews for THE SECRET DIARIES OF A TEENAGE QUEER from Art With A Heart featuring Sarah Emmott and Michael Forrest.
Review from the Manchester Evening News:
"If there’s a show that could be surprisingly hard hitting, it’s 'The Secret Diaries Of A Teenage Queer' which, among the frivolous memories of kissing Wham! posters and high school politics, explores a genuinely thought provoking script about how awareness, visibility and support of the LGBT community has changed. A post show Q&A with the show’s star and writer seems to confirm that this could be the performance that changes attitudes this weekend"
See here for more reviews:
www.citylife.co.uk/news_and_reviews/news/10020756_fringe_events_taking_pride_of_place_in_manchester
Jo Gerard
Jo has been cast as the star of MAVIS SPARKLE. Jo begins rehearsals soon and the show will tour nationally with M6 Theatre Company in the autumn. Check here for details:

North Of Watford New Office
It's finally here! THE BIG MOVE! We have now taken possession of our brand new riverside office at The Creative Quarter in Hebden Bridge Town Hall. We are proud to be located at the heart of this £4.7million regeneration project and can't wait to start taking those calls!
Stephanie Butler
Stephanie will be touring with Northumberland Theatre Company as Helena in A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM between 13 August and 28 October. www.northumberlandtheatre.co.uk/shows/
Sarah Emmott
North Of Watford are proud to support Sarah Emmott's fundraising for Abbey's Wish to Walk.
www.charitygiving.co.uk/abbeyswishtowalk
Facebook: Abbey's Wish to Walk
Twitter: @abswishtowalk
Chris Orton
Chris plays the father, a fantastic role as a creepy psycho priest, in A FATHER FOR THE DEAD, and also in the full length feature version ESCHATRILOGY for Safehouse Pictures UK, following work with the company last year. www.safehousepictures.com
Ruth Cataroche
Ruth continues her mammoth tour with Mikron Theatre Company. She will be appearing in CAN YOU KEEP A SECRET and LOSING THE PLOT. Mikron have been touring professional theatre on Britain's waterways for 40 years. See tour dates and venues: here:
See recent reviews here:
www.guardian.co.uk/stage/2012/may/12/this-weeks-new-theatre-and-dance
www.wakefieldexpress.co.uk/lifestyle/a-green-fingered-show-1-4537813
Jeff Merchant
Jeff Merchant stars as the Shopkeeper in LAD, a North Yorkshire feature film directed by Dan Hartley and produced by the BAFTA nominated production company Rogue Runner. LAD is a coming of age story that celebrates the Dales and its characters. The film will premier at this years Cannes Film Festival from 16 to 27 May before embarking on a nationwide tour of the UK.
Dermot Daly
Dermot will be appearing in DCI BANKS (ITV) in the role of Tony. This was directed by Jim Loach. Casting by Laura Scott. Transmission dates to follow!
Timothy Richey
Timothy is appearing in THE GRUFFALO for Tall Stories. This is currently touring the UK.
Sarah Emmott
Congratulations to Sarah Emmott for winning Best Performance at the recent Chaotic Combinations evening produced by Organised Chaos. In just 24 hours Sarah met her co-actor for the first time and together they created and performed a duologue that was voted, by the audience, as the winner!
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August 2012

North Of Watford Showreel
Find out more about North Of Watford by viewing our showreel
Lara Bradban
Lara will be recording a documentary voice over for Talking Lens Productions during August.
Lara Bradban
Lara will be recording voice overs for Cambridge University Press and Selt Publishing (Turkey) during August. This will be narration, characters and songs.
Jo Gerard
Jo has been cast as the star of MAVIS SPARKLE. Jo begins rehearsals soon and the show will tour nationally with M6 Theatre Company in the autumn. Check here for details:
Sarah Emmott
THE SECRET DIARIES OF A TEENAGE QUEER is a new play specially commissioned by writer Sarah Evans for Manchester Pride. With one show planned but sold out in a week a new time has been added at 18:00 due to popular demand on 17 August at Taurus bar, Manchester. Art with Heart came straight to North of Watford to cast the piece with Sarah Emmott and Michael Forrest in leading roles.
Tickets here: quay.it/secretdiaries
More information here: www.artwithheart.org.uk
Review from the Manchester Evening News:
"If there’s a show that could be surprisingly hard hitting, it’s 'The Secret Diaries Of A Teenage Queer' which, among the frivolous memories of kissing Wham! posters and high school politics, explores a genuinely thought provoking script about how awareness, visibility and support of the LGBT community has changed. A post show Q&A with the show’s star and writer seems to confirm that this could be the performance that changes attitudes this weekend"
See here for more reviews:
www.citylife.co.uk/news_and_reviews/news/10020756_fringe_events_taking_pride_of_place_in_manchester
Sarah Emmott
Sarah will be working with international street theatre company Larkin' About during August.

North Of Watford New Office
It's finally here! THE BIG MOVE! We have now taken possession of our brand new riverside office at The Creative Quarter in Hebden Bridge Town Hall. We are proud to be located at the heart of this £4.7million regeneration project and can't wait to start taking those calls!
Mark Esaias
Mark will be performing with Polka Theatre as Soren Laurenson in CHARLIE AND LOLA’S BEST BESTEST PLAY. This production runs until 25 August at the Polka Theatre, London. The show has just had a great four star review on The Public Reviews website "With beautiful puppetry performed skilfully by the ever enthusiastic cast of four, the younger audience members are enthralled when the characters they recognise and love are on stage...a lovely introduction to theatre for the young, who may not have been to any kind of show before."
www.thepublicreviews.com/charlie-and-lolas-best-bestest-play-polka-theatre-wimbledon/
www.polkatheatre.com/whats-on/charlie-and-lolas-best-bestest-play
Stephanie Butler
Stephanie will be touring with Northumberland Theatre Company as Helena in A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM between 13 August and 28 October. www.northumberlandtheatre.co.uk/shows/
Sarah Emmott, Lisa Allen, Juliet Budd, Sian Murray, Barrie Ryan English and Michael Forrest
North of Watford’s actors continue North Of Watford’s work with Professional Role Players Ltd, providing services to the General Medical Council.
Mark Esaias
Mark will be performing with Polka Theatre as Soren Laurenson in CHARLIE AND LOLA’S BEST BESTEST PLAY. Rehearsals begin on 2 July and production runs until 25 August at the Polka Theatre, London.
www.polkatheatre.com/whats-on/charlie-and-lolas-best-bestest-play
Sarah Emmott
North Of Watford are proud to support Sarah Emmott's fundraising for Abbey's Wish to Walk.
www.charitygiving.co.uk/abbeyswishtowalk
Facebook: Abbey's Wish to Walk
Twitter: @abswishtowalk
Dean Love
Dean will be playing the Hare in Story Magic Theatre's reworking of THE TORTOISE AND THE HARE to mark the Olympics during June, July and August. www.storymagictheatre.co.uk
Chris Orton
Chris plays the father, a fantastic role as a creepy psycho priest, in A FATHER FOR THE DEAD, and also in the full length feature version ESCHATRILOGY for Safehouse Pictures UK, following work with the company last year. www.safehousepictures.com
Ruth Cataroche
Ruth continues her mammoth tour with Mikron Theatre Company. She will be appearing in CAN YOU KEEP A SECRET and LOSING THE PLOT. Mikron have been touring professional theatre on Britain's waterways for 40 years. See tour dates and venues: here:
See recent reviews here:
www.guardian.co.uk/stage/2012/may/12/this-weeks-new-theatre-and-dance
www.wakefieldexpress.co.uk/lifestyle/a-green-fingered-show-1-4537813
Jeff Merchant
Jeff Merchant stars as the Shopkeeper in LAD, a North Yorkshire feature film directed by Dan Hartley and produced by the BAFTA nominated production company Rogue Runner. LAD is a coming of age story that celebrates the Dales and its characters. The film will premier at this years Cannes Film Festival from 16 to 27 May before embarking on a nationwide tour of the UK.
Dermot Daly
Dermot will be appearing in DCI BANKS (ITV) in the role of Tony. This was directed by Jim Loach. Casting by Laura Scott. Transmission dates to follow!
Timothy Richey
Timothy is appearing in THE GRUFFALO for Tall Stories. This is currently touring the UK.

North Of Watford
Exciting times here at NOW as we peer out of the window at the ongoing development of our brand new water side office. The foundations are in and the framework is shaping up. Check out our social networking sites to see photos taken this morning and watch this space for regular updates.
Sarah Emmott
Congratulations to Sarah Emmott for winning Best Performance at the recent Chaotic Combinations evening produced by Organised Chaos. In just 24 hours Sarah met her co-actor for the first time and together they created and performed a duologue that was voted, by the audience, as the winner!
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July 2012
Lara Bradban
Lara will be shooting a web advert and photographs for the clothing range Craghoppers this month. This will be produced by Powerhouse Photography.
Lara Bradban
Lara filmed for Bradford University recently as part of the Masters programme. See the film here:
Gemma Ryan
Gemma is recording all the female characters in a voice over for a new Play Station Network game WHEN VIKINGS ATTACK developed by Clever Beans.
Michael Forrest
Michael will be working with Avant Garde during July in corporate role play scenarios for senior management training.
Mark Esaias
Mark will be performing with Polka Theatre as Soren Laurenson in CHARLIE AND LOLA’S BEST BESTEST PLAY. Rehearsals begin on 2 July and production runs until 25 August at the Polka Theatre, London.
www.polkatheatre.com/whats-on/charlie-and-lolas-best-bestest-play
Barrie Ryan English
JUSTINE AND TONY
Benidorm meets Shameless! A one act stage sitcom
Sunday 1 July 19:30 – 20:25
PLEASE NOTE THIS EVENT IS NOW CANCELLED DUE TO EXTENSIVE FLOODING IN HEBDEN BRIDGE.
Michael Forrest
MONO E MONO
The debut of an eclectic but interlinked monologue joust featuring works by Jacques Brel, Alex Harvey, Chekov, David Farr, Jim Cartwright, the KLF and local award-winning screenwriter Hebden’s very own Aiden Haley.
Tuesday 3 July 19:30 – 20:30
ARTS FESTIVAL OFFICE, ALBERT STREET, HEBDEN BRIDGE
Tickets: FREE
PLEASE NOTE THE VENUE HAS CHANGED DUE TO EXTENSIVE FLOODING IN HEBDEN BRIDGE.
Sarah Emmott
THE SPEED OF DATING
Ever been on a bad date? It’ll never be quite as bad as this... Hilarious one woman comedy.
Thurs 5 July 7.00PM
THE WHITE LION HOTEL, FUNCTION ROOM, HEBDEN BRIDGE
The Speed of Dating
Tickets: £5
PLEASE NOTE THE PRODUCTION TIME & VENUE HAVE CHANGED DUE TO EXTENSIVE FLOODING IN HEBDEN BRIDGE.
Stephanie Butler
TYRANNY OF VOICE MEETS B&B
Brand new acapella trio, TYRANNY OF VOICE will delight you with upbeat covers and sung poetry.
Joining Tyranny of Voice are Leeds-based Duo, B & B - 2 girls: one short; one tall. one uke; one guitar.
Friday 6 July 18:00 - 19:00
The Function Room, The White Lion, Hebden Bridge
FREE
Simon Lacy and Jo Gerard
LAND OF NOD
Hilarious sketch show featuring the topical to the macabre, surreal to the satirical. Witty, fresh and genuinely funny.
Friday 6 July 19:30 - 20:30
ARTS FESTIVAL OFFICE, ALBERT STREET, HEBDEN BRIDGE
PLEASE NOTE THE VENUE HAS CHANGED DUE TO EXTENSIVE FLOODING IN HEBDEN BRIDGE.
Sarah Emmott
North Of Watford are proud to support Sarah Emmott's fundraising for Abbey's Wish to Walk.
www.charitygiving.co.uk/abbeyswishtowalk
Facebook: Abbey's Wish to Walk
Twitter: @abswishtowalk
Dean Love
Dean will be playing the Hare in Story Magic Theatre's reworking of THE TORTOISE AND THE HARE to mark the Olympics during June, July and August. www.storymagictheatre.co.uk
Chris Orton
Chris plays the father, a fantastic role as a creepy psycho priest, in A FATHER FOR THE DEAD, and also in the full length feature version ESCHATRILOGY for Safehouse Pictures UK, following work with the company last year. www.safehousepictures.com
Ruth Cataroche
Ruth continues her mammoth tour with Mikron Theatre Company. She will be appearing in CAN YOU KEEP A SECRET and LOSING THE PLOT. Mikron have been touring professional theatre on Britain's waterways for 40 years. See tour dates and venues: here:
See recent reviews here:
www.guardian.co.uk/stage/2012/may/12/this-weeks-new-theatre-and-dance
www.wakefieldexpress.co.uk/lifestyle/a-green-fingered-show-1-4537813
Jeff Merchant
Jeff Merchant stars as the Shopkeeper in LAD, a North Yorkshire feature film directed by Dan Hartley and produced by the BAFTA nominated production company Rogue Runner. LAD is a coming of age story that celebrates the Dales and its characters. The film will premier at this years Cannes Film Festival from 16 to 27 May before embarking on a nationwide tour of the UK.
Dermot Daly
Dermot will be appearing in DCI BANKS (ITV) in the role of Tony. This was directed by Jim Loach. Casting by Laura Scott. Transmission dates to follow!
Timothy Richey
Timothy is appearing in THE GRUFFALO for Tall Stories. This is currently touring the UK.

North Of Watford
Exciting times here at NOW as we peer out of the window at the ongoing development of our brand new water side office. The foundations are in and the framework is shaping up. Check out our social networking sites to see photos taken this morning and watch this space for regular updates.
Sarah Emmott
Congratulations to Sarah Emmott for winning Best Performance at the recent Chaotic Combinations evening produced by Organised Chaos. In just 24 hours Sarah met her co-actor for the first time and together they created and performed a duologue that was voted, by the audience, as the winner!
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June 2012
The Hebden Bridge Arts Festival Fringe
30 June - 8 July 2012
Several members of North Of Watford will take to the stage during this years Hebden Bridge Fringe Festival. Further details and how to book can be found at:
Barrie Ryan English
JUSTINE AND TONY
Benidorm meets Shameless! A one act stage sitcom
Sunday 1 July 19:30 – 20:25
PLEASE NOTE THIS EVENT IS NOW CANCELLED DUE TO EXTENSIVE FLOODING IN HEBDEN BRIDGE.
Michael Forrest
MONO E MONO
The debut of an eclectic but interlinked monologue joust featuring works by Jacques Brel, Alex Harvey, Chekov, David Farr, Jim Cartwright, the KLF and local award-winning screenwriter Hebden’s very own Aiden Haley.
Tuesday 3 July 19:30 – 20:30
ARTS FESTIVAL OFFICE, ALBERT STREET, HEBDEN BRIDGE
Tickets: FREE
PLEASE NOTE THE VENUE HAS CHANGED DUE TO EXTENSIVE FLOODING IN HEBDEN BRIDGE.
Sarah Emmott
THE SPEED OF DATING
Ever been on a bad date? It’ll never be quite as bad as this... Hilarious one woman comedy.
Thurs 5 July 7.00PM
THE WHITE LION HOTEL, FUNCTION ROOM, HEBDEN BRIDGE
The Speed of Dating
Tickets: £5
PLEASE NOTE THE PRODUCTION TIME & VENUE HAVE CHANGED DUE TO EXTENSIVE FLOODING IN HEBDEN BRIDGE.
Stephanie Butler
TYRANNY OF VOICE MEETS B&B
Brand new acapella trio, TYRANNY OF VOICE will delight you with upbeat covers and sung poetry.
Joining Tyranny of Voice are Leeds-based Duo, B & B - 2 girls: one short; one tall. one uke; one guitar.
Friday 6 July 18:00 - 19:00
The Function Room, The White Lion, Hebden Bridge
FREE
Simon Lacy and Jo Gerard
LAND OF NOD
Hilarious sketch show featuring the topical to the macabre, surreal to the satirical. Witty, fresh and genuinely funny.
Friday 6 July 19:30 - 20:30
ARTS FESTIVAL OFFICE, ALBERT STREET, HEBDEN BRIDGE
PLEASE NOTE THE VENUE HAS CHANGED DUE TO EXTENSIVE FLOODING IN HEBDEN BRIDGE.
Sarah Emmott
North Of Watford are proud to support Sarah Emmott's fundraising for Abbey's Wish to Walk.
www.charitygiving.co.uk/abbeyswishtowalk
Facebook: Abbey's Wish to Walk
Twitter: @abswishtowalk
Dean Love
Dean will be playing the Hare in Story Magic Theatre's reworking of THE TORTOISE AND THE HARE to mark the Olympics during June, July and August. www.storymagictheatre.co.uk
Sarah Emmott
Sarah has been chosen from hundreds of applicants to be part of a group of 24 artists to be involved in a special project at Contact Theatre, Manchester. They will be locked in a space together for 24 hours to create a piece called 24 ARTY PEOPLE.
Lara Bradban
Lara will be filming in a green screen studio for Magnetic Buzz this month as a presenter.
Chris Orton
Chris plays the father, a fantastic role as a creepy psycho priest, in A FATHER FOR THE DEAD, and also in the full length feature version ESCHATRILOGY for Safehouse Pictures UK, following work with the company last year. www.safehousepictures.com
Cynthia H Rover
Cynthia will be working as a simulated patient for Leeds University throughout June as part of their OSCE examinations.
Michael Forrest, Juliet Budd, Jo Gerard and Lisa Allen
North of Watford’s actors continue North Of Watford’s work with Professional role Players Ltd, providing services to the General Medical Council.
Dean Love
Dean will be working with in collaboration with Open Minds Theatre Company, On The Road Productions and Plum Pie Media touring OPUS HATCH as the role of Jigger.
Ruth Cataroche
Ruth continues her mammoth tour with Mikron Theatre Company. She will be appearing in CAN YOU KEEP A SECRET and LOSING THE PLOT. Mikron have been touring professional theatre on Britain's waterways for 40 years. See tour dates and venues: here:
See recent reviews here:
www.guardian.co.uk/stage/2012/may/12/this-weeks-new-theatre-and-dance
www.wakefieldexpress.co.uk/lifestyle/a-green-fingered-show-1-4537813
Jeff Merchant
Jeff Merchant stars as the Shopkeeper in LAD, a North Yorkshire feature film directed by Dan Hartley and produced by the BAFTA nominated production company Rogue Runner. LAD is a coming of age story that celebrates the Dales and its characters. The film will premier at this years Cannes Film Festival from 16 to 27 May before embarking on a nationwide tour of the UK.
Dermot Daly
Dermot will be appearing in DCI BANKS (ITV) in the role of Tony. This was directed by Jim Loach. Casting by Laura Scott. Transmission dates to follow!
Simon Lacy
Simon will be appearing in the latest commercial for THE RANGE with Koala. Simon will be appearing as the Dad and the producer is Phil Brice. Casting by Kharmel Cochrane. Transmission details to follow!
Timothy Richey
Timothy is appearing in THE GRUFFALO for Tall Stories. This is currently touring the UK.

North Of Watford
Exciting times here at NOW as we peer out of the window at the ongoing development of our brand new water side office. The foundations are in and the framework is shaping up. Check out our social networking sites to see photos taken this morning and watch this space for regular updates.
Sarah Emmott
Congratulations to Sarah Emmott for winning Best Performance at the recent Chaotic Combinations evening produced by Organised Chaos. In just 24 hours Sarah met her co-actor for the first time and together they created and performed a duologue that was voted, by the audience, as the winner!
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May 2012
Barrie Ryan English
Barrie will be filming as the policeman in ROUGH AND READY for Howitzer Films. This feature film will be shot on location in Baa Baa, Manchester. roughandready.co.uk
Michael Forrest, Lara Bradban and Lisa Allen
North of Watford’s actors continue North Of Watford’s work with Professional role Players Ltd, providing services to the General Medical Council.
Jeff Merchant
Jeff Merchant stars as the Shopkeeper in LAD, a North Yorkshire feature film directed by Dan Hartley and produced by the BAFTA nominated production company Rogue Runner. LAD is a coming of age story that celebrates the Dales and its characters. The film will premier at this years Cannes Film Festival from 16 to 27 May before embarking on a nationwide tour of the UK.
Dermot Daly
Dermot will be appearing in DCI BANKS (ITV) in the role of Tony. This was directed by Jim Loach. Casting by Laura Scott. Transmission dates to follow!
Simon Lacy
Simon will be appearing in the latest commercial for THE RANGE with Koala. Simon will be appearing as the Dad and the producer is Phil Brice. Casting by Kharmel Cochrane. Transmission details to follow!
Michael Forrest
Michael will be playing the role of Arthur Kirby in New End Beyond’s JERUSALEM TANGO tour. The tour runs from 1 to 20 May with Leeds and London dates.
westend.broadwayworld.com/article/JERUSALEM-TANGO-Set-for-Leeds-London-Run-May-1-31-20120329
Ruth Cataroche
Ruth continues her mammoth tour with Mikron Theatre Company. She will be appearing in CAN YOU KEEP A SECRET and LOSING THE PLOT. Mikron have been touring professional theatre on Britain's waterways for 40 years..See May tour dates and venues here:
Jo Gerard and Simon Lacy
Jo and Simon will be appearing in LAND OF NOD at Heart in Headingley on Friday 11 May at 19:30.
Timothy Richey
Timothy is appearing in THE GRUFFALO for Tall Stories. This is currently touring the UK.

North Of Watford
Exciting times here at NOW as we peer out of the window at the ongoing development of our brand new water side office. The foundations are in and the framework is shaping up. Check out our social networking sites to see photos taken this morning and watch this space for regular updates.
Sarah Emmott
Congratulations to Sarah Emmott for winning Best Performance at the recent Chaotic Combinations evening produced by Organised Chaos. In just 24 hours Sarah met her co-actor for the first time and together they created and performed a duologue that was voted, by the audience, as the winner!
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April 2012
Dermot Daly
Dermot will be filming for DCI BANKS (ITV) on 30 April as the role of
Tony. This will be directed by Jim Loach. Casting by Laura Scott.
Transmission dates to follow!
Simon Lacy
Simon will be filming the latest commercial for THE RANGE with Koala.
Simon will be appearing as the Dad and the producer is Phil Brice.
Casting by Kharmel Cochrane. Transmission details to follow!
Dean Love
Dean will be working as a simulated patient for health and social care consultants Lumley Associates this month in medical role play.
Cynthia H Rover
Cynthia will be filming the role of Angelica Swain for Theodore Entertainment in A VOICE IN THE WOODS. This is written and directed by Andrew Rokita. This will be filmed on location in Matlock Bath, Derbyshire.
Lara Bradban
Lara will be recording voice overs for Selt Publishing this month. Selt Publishing are based in Turkey and these will be directed by Elspeth Tavici. Lara will be recording as narrator, singer and a range of characters including Bella the Bear!
Michael Forrest
Michael will be playing the role of Arthur Kirby in New End Beyond’s JERUSALEM TANGO tour. Rehearsals begin on 10 April and the tour runs from 1 to 20 May with Leeds and London dates.
westend.broadwayworld.com/article/JERUSALEM-TANGO-Set-for-Leeds-London-Run-May-1-31-20120329
Sian Murray, Michael Forrest, Lara Bradban and Lisa Allen
North of Watford’s actors continue North Of Watford’s work with Professional role Players Ltd, providing services to the General Medical Council.
Ruth Cataroche
Ruth will begin touring on 14 April for Mikron Theatre Company. She will be appearing in CAN YOU KEEP A SECRET and LOSING THE PLOT. Mikron have been touring professional theatre on Britain's waterways for 40 years.
Gail Burland
Gail appears as a Nurse in THE SYNDCATE, written by Kay Mellor. This is a new five part series for the BBC directed by Syd MacCartney. Catch Gail alongside Timothy Spall in the episode from Tuesday 27 March 21:00 on BBC 1.
www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/b01f6qqc/The_Syndicate_Episode_1/
Lara Bradban
Lara will be presenting a series of green screen web adverts for Magnetic Buzz this month.
Dean Love
Check out Dean's latest advertisement for JACAMO menswear. Dean stars alongside English cricketer Freddie Flintoff. The advert was produced by Carlos Fabian Martinez at Gate Films and directed by Cosmo Wallace.
Timothy Richey
Timothy is appearing in THE GRUFFALO for Tall Stories. This is currently touring the UK.
Michael Forrest
Michael is currently appearing in the latest BET FRED commercial with Helen Chamberlain (from Sky's SOCCER A.M.). Filmed on location in Manchester City Centre and directed by Ron Scapello for Gate Films, you can catch Michael regularly on SKY TV. Watch here
www.thedrum.co.uk/news/2011/12/01/betfred-launches-new-tv-ad-featuring-helen-chamberlain

North Of Watford
Exciting times here at NOW as we peer out of the window at the ongoing development of our brand new water side office. The foundations are in and the framework is shaping up. Check out our social networking sites to see photos taken this morning and watch this space for regular updates.
Sarah Emmott
Congratulations to Sarah Emmott for winning Best Performance at the recent Chaotic Combinations evening produced by Organised Chaos. In just 24 hours Sarah met her co-actor for the first time and together they created and performed a duologue that was voted, by the audience, as the winner!
Chris Orton
See Chris playing the emotional role of Tom in the zombie horror film ESCHATRILOGY. This was shot on location in Sheffield with Safehouse Pictures, directed by Damian Morter.
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March 2012
Gail Burland
Gail will be appearing as a Nurse in THE SYNDCATE, written by Kay Mellor. This is a new five part series for the BBC directed by Syd MacCartney. Catch Gail on Tuesday 27 March 21:00 on BBC 1. www.bbc.co.uk/mediacentre/mediapacks/syndicate/
Ruth Cataroche
Ruth will begin rehearsals this month for Mikron Theatre Company. She will be appearing in CAN YOU KEEP A SECRET and LOSING THE PLOT. Mikron have been touring professional theatre on Britain's waterways for 40 years. Tour dates to follow!
Dermot Daly
Dermot featured in the channel 4 comedy drama SIRENS. The series is released on DVD on Monday 12 March.
Dermot Daly
Dermot will be playing the roles of Abe, Mulwinney and Cain in the BBC Radio 4 play STONE. This will be transmitted on Monday 12 March at 14:15.
Barrie Ryan English
Barrie will be working with Juice Learning between 5 - 8 Match for the client Toyota.
Sian Murray, Michael Forrest, Lisa Allen, Juliet Budd and Sarah Emmott
Our actors continue North Of Watford’s work with Professional role Players Ltd, providing services to the General Medical Council.
Dean Love
Check out Dean's latest advertisement for JACAMO menswear. Dean stars alongside English cricketer Freddie Flintoff. The advert was produced by Carlos Fabian Martinez at Gate Films and directed by Cosmo Wallace.
Gail Burland
Gail appeared as ICU Nurse J for EMMERDALE on Thursday 16 February. Watch it again here: www.itv.com/itvplayer/video/?Filter=307586
Dermot Daly
Dermot appeared as Callum Leslie in EMMERDALE, directed by Mike Lacey, on 20 February. Watch it again here: www.itv.com/itvplayer/video/?Filter=307607
Timothy Richey
Timothy is appearing in THE GRUFFALO for Tall Stories. This is currently touring the UK.
Ruth Cataroche
Ruth will be appearing as Nurse Gemma Scales in EMMERDALE. She will feature in both episodes on the 8 March at 19:00 and 20:00.
Dermot Daly
Dermot will be filming the role of Callum Leslie in EMMERDALE, directed by Mike Lacey. This will be aired on 20 February.
Michael Forrest
Michael is currently appearing in the latest BET FRED commercial with Helen Chamberlain (from Sky's SOCCER A.M.). Filmed on location in Manchester City Centre and directed by Ron Scapello for Gate Films, you can catch Michael regularly on SKY TV. Watch here
www.thedrum.co.uk/news/2011/12/01/betfred-launches-new-tv-ad-featuring-helen-chamberlain

North Of Watford
Exciting times here at NOW as we peer out of the window at the ongoing development of our brand new water side office. The foundations are in and the framework is shaping up. Check out our social networking sites to see photos taken this morning and watch this space for regular updates.
Lara Bradban
See Lara as presenter for the METFLEX website, produced by Magnetic Buzz and directed by Terry Simmons.
Sarah Emmott
Congratulations to Sarah Emmott for winning Best Performance at the recent Chaotic Combinations evening produced by Organised Chaos. In just 24 hours Sarah met her co-actor for the first time and together they created and performed a duologue that was voted, by the audience, as the winner!
Chris Orton
See Chris playing the emotional role of Tom in the zombie horror film ESCHATRILOGY. This was shot on location in Sheffield with Safehouse Pictures, directed by Damian Morter.
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February 2012
Timothy Richey
Timothy is appearing in THE GRUFFALO for Tall Stories. This is currently touring the UK.
Ruth Cataroche
Ruth will be appearing as Nurse Gemma Scales in EMMERDALE. She will feature in both episodes on the 8 March at 19:00 and 20:00.
Sarah Emmott, Carol Ann Dunne, Michael Forrest, Lara Bradban, Gemma Ryan, Ruth Cataroche and Lisa Allen
Our actors continue North Of Watford’s work with Professional role Players Ltd, providing services to the General Medical Council.
Dermot Daly
Dermot will be filming the role of Callum Leslie in EMMERDALE, directed by Mike Lacey. This will be aired on 20 February.
Michael Forrest
Michael is currently appearing in the latest BET FRED commercial with Helen Chamberlain (from Sky's SOCCER A.M.). Filmed on location in Manchester City Centre and directed by Ron Scapello for Gate Films, you can catch Michael regularly on SKY TV. Watch here
www.thedrum.co.uk/news/2011/12/01/betfred-launches-new-tv-ad-featuring-helen-chamberlain
Dean Love
Check out Dean's latest Christmas advertisement for Jacamo Menswear. Dean stars alongside English cricketer Freddie Flintoff. The advert was produced by Carlos Fabian Martinez at Gate Films and directed by Cosmo Wallace.

North Of Watford
Exciting times here at NOW as we peer out of the window at the ongoing development of our brand new water side office. The foundations are in and the framework is shaping up. Check out our social networking sites to see photos taken this morning and watch this space for regular updates.
Lara Bradban
See Lara as presenter for the METFLEX website, produced by Magnetic Buzz and directed by Terry Simmons.
Sarah Emmott
Congratulations to Sarah Emmott for winning Best Performance at the recent Chaotic Combinations evening produced by Organised Chaos. In just 24 hours Sarah met her co-actor for the first time and together they created and performed a duologue that was voted, by the audience, as the winner!
Chris Orton
See Chris playing the emotional role of Tom in the zombie horror film ESCHATRILOGY. This was shot on location in Sheffield with Safehouse Pictures, directed by Damian Morter.
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January 2012
Dermot Daly and Lara Bradban
Dermot and Lara were invited to speak at an acting and theatre Q&A evening at Leeds University on 25 January. Also on the panel were Anthony Haddon from the theatre company Blah Blah Blah and Alan Lane of Slung Low.
Clowning Around
Our actors are always keen to develop and expand their skill base. Members Mark Esaias, Gemma Ryan, Stephanie Bulter, Sian Murray, Jo Gerard, Michael Forrest and Lisa Allen recently attended an intensive course on Clowning in central Leeds. The course was led by Simone Lewis. Simone trained at Gaulier in 2008 and on her return to the UK continued her training with both Sue Morrison and John Wright. Since then Simone has lead workshops on Clowning for Sheffield Theatres, the International Schools Theatre Association, and Huddersfield Universtity.
ccgi.sdfranks.plus.com/viewactor.php?actor=sleF133901&Submit2=View
Ruth Cataroche
Ruth will be filming as Nurse Gemma Scales for EMMERDALE on 26 January. She will feature in episodes 6180 and 6181.
Gail Burland
Gail will be filming as an ICU Nurse for EMMERDALE this month. Transmission dates to follow!
Dermot Daly
Dermot will be filming the role of Callum Leslie in EMMERDALE, directed by Mike Lacey. This will be aired on 20 February.
Gail Burland, Sarah Emmott and Lisa Allen
Gail, Sarah and Lisa will continue North Of Watford’s work with Professional role Players Ltd, providing services to the General Medical Council.
Timothy Richey
Timothy is appearing in THE GRUFFALO at The Lyric on Shaftesbury Avenue for Tall Stories until 15 January. This will then tour the UK.
Jeff Merchant
Jeff is appearing in the latest McDonald's commercial - THERE'S NOTHING LIKE THAT MCDONALD'S FEELING - produced by Pulse Films and Leo Burnett Limited. Jeff plays the character of the Newspaper Stand Man. The commercial has UK coverage including terrestrial and satellite television until the end of the year and was filmed nearby in Huddersfield!
Check Jeff out here
Michael Forrest
Michael is currently appearing in the latest BET FRED commercial with Helen Chamberlain (from Sky's SOCCER A.M.). Filmed on location in Manchester City Centre and directed by Ron Scapello for Gate Films, you can catch Michael regularly on SKY TV. Watch here
www.thedrum.co.uk/news/2011/12/01/betfred-launches-new-tv-ad-featuring-helen-chamberlain
Dean Love
Check out Dean's latest Christmas advertisement for Jacamo Menswear. Dean stars alongside English cricketer Freddie Flintoff. The advert was produced by Carlos Fabian Martinez at Gate Films and directed by Cosmo Wallace.
Barrie Ryan English
Barrie will be appearing as the Waiter in HOUSE OF ANUBIS, directed by Angelo Abela for Lime Pictures. This will be aired in January 2012.

North Of Watford
Exciting times here at NOW as we peer out of the window at the ongoing development of our brand new water side office. The foundations are in and the framework is shaping up. Check out our social networking sites to see photos taken this morning and watch this space for regular updates.
Lara Bradban
See Lara as presenter for the METFLEX website, produced by Magnetic Buzz and directed by Terry Simmons.
Sarah Emmott
Congratulations to Sarah Emmott for winning Best Performance at the recent Chaotic Combinations evening produced by Organised Chaos. In just 24 hours Sarah met her co-actor for the first time and together they created and performed a duologue that was voted, by the audience, as the winner!
Chris Orton
See Chris playing the emotional role of Tom in the zombie horror film ESCHATRILOGY. This was shot on location in Sheffield with Safehouse Pictures, directed by Damian Morter.
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