MEET THE TEAM

General Manager/Executive Producer

Georgia (she/her) joined the team at Glasgow Acting Academy SCIO in 2022 and has since played a key role in the organisation’s growth across producing, communications, fundraising and arts administration. In 2026, she stepped into the role of General Manager, overseeing the day-to-day running and strategic development of the academy.

With a lifelong passion for the arts, Georgia has immersed herself in theatre from a young age and now works across Scotland’s arts sector as a producer, fundraiser and creative administrator. Alongside her role at GAA, she works freelance with creatives, festivals and arts organisations across Scotland.

Georgia is passionate about creating supportive, ambitious and accessible creative spaces where young people can thrive both artistically and personally.

“It’s a privilege to work with such a committed team and inspiring young people. GAA’s creativity, ambition and heart make it a truly special place to be, and I feel incredibly lucky to be part of a community that supports young people to grow in confidence, creativity and themselves.”

Artistic Director and Tutor

Steve is the Artistic Director at Glasgow Acting Academy SCIO, where he leads the academy’s senior acting training and productions. Having been part of GAA for over ten years, Steve has become a hugely influential figure within the organisation, known for his energetic ensemble-led approach and passion for physical storytelling.

Alongside his work at GAA, Steve works freelance across Scotland as a director, facilitator, movement director and performer. Recent professional credits include Water Colour (Pitlochry Festival Theatre/Byre Theatre) and Wallace (Raw Material Arts), alongside a wide range of work creating theatre with young people and emerging artists. He holds a BA (Hons) in Acting from Motherwell College.

Steve is also the founder of Jump: Physical Theatre, a Glasgow-based movement theatre company and creative hub which produces original short films and delivers sold-out workshops focused on physical performance and collaboration.

Passionate about bold, imaginative and actor-led theatre-making, Steve encourages young performers to take creative risks, work collaboratively and discover confidence in their own artistic voice.

“Theatre should challenge, excite, and move us - and that starts in youth theatre. At GAA, I’m lucky to work with fearless young performers who are always ready to dive in and explore what’s possible.”

Creative Director and Tutor

Maddie is the Creative Director at Glasgow Acting Academy SCIO and has been part of the GAA team for many years, where she leads the academy’s junior training and productions. Passionate about helping young people grow in confidence and creativity, she is known for her warm, supportive teaching style and her ability to encourage students to take bold creative risks.

Alongside her work at GAA, Maddie works professionally across theatre, television and directing. Recent acting credits include “Stand and Deliver” (Tron Theatre/National Theatre of Scotland), and “Councils” (BBC Scotland). She recently directed “One Man, Two Guvnors” at the Pantheon Club, Glasgow, and continues to develop her own creative practice across performance and directing.

Maddie also runs Acting With Maddie, offering one-to-one acting coaching for young performers and emerging artists, supporting students with audition preparation, confidence building and performance technique.

Deeply passionate about accessible arts education, Maddie believes theatre should be a space where young people feel safe to explore, collaborate and fully express themselves creatively.

“Watching our students grow in confidence and find their voice - both onstage and off - is the most rewarding part of my job. GAA is such a special place to create in, and I feel incredibly lucky to help shape the next generation of storytellers.”

Creative Operations and Communications Assistant

Amy Brennan-Clark is an actor and creative from Glasgow. She graduated from New College Lanarkshire with a BA Honours in Acting & Creative Enterprise. Amy is a company director of Cuttin’ Aboot Theatre Co. in which she has produced, directed and performed for. She also writes and performs spoken word in duo, Two Mics Please. As well as this, she is a member of the Wonder Fools Youth Board for their ‘Positive Stories for Negative Times’ festival.

Having studied at GAA for over ten years whilst growing up, Amy is absolutely thrilled to now be working at GAA and champion all of the talent that is nurtured here.

Musical Director and Musical Theatre Tutor

Rachel graduated with a First Class BA (Hons) degree in Musical Theatre from Motherwell College and has since built an exciting career as a performer, vocal coach and educator.

Her professional performing credits include The Snow Queen (Perth Theatre) and Rollers Forever (Pavilion Theatre Glasgow). Rachel also spent seven months performing at Hong Kong Disneyland as a vocalist in “Mickey and the Wondrous Book”, where she played beloved Disney Princesses Elsa and Rapunzel.

Alongside her work at Glasgow Acting Academy SCIO, Rachel works freelance across a range of further education institutions and arts organisations throughout Scotland. She is also an experienced vocal coach, offering singing and piano lessons to children, young people and adults, supporting performers in developing both confidence and technique.

Passionate about musical theatre training and performance, Rachel loves helping young people discover their voice, grow in confidence and develop their own unique performance style.

Musical Theatre Tutor

During her younger years Emma gained work in Film, TV and Theatre, and she was lucky enough to be involved with projects led by the BBC, Peter Mullan and Bill Kenwright. Emma then went on to train at Motherwell College where she earned her Higher National Diploma in Musical Theatre and BA Hons Degree in Acting and Performance. After graduating, Emma started her own theatre company ‘Kapow Theatre Scotland’ which produces children’s theatre and pantomimes. Emma now spends her time as a freelance performer, director and performing arts coach.

As an alumni of Glasgow Acting Academy, Emma is thrilled to be back as our Junior Musical Theatre Tutor and joining our incredible team.