Early Life and Theatrical Beginnings Born: June 11, 1951, Newport, United Kingdom Attended Hartridge Comprehensive School in Newport before moving to the Italia Conti School in London. Studied theatre, worked as an actor in films and television, and took classes at the Rambert Ballet School. Early career involved performance and puppetry with Cardiff’s Caricature Theatre. Worked extensively as a choreographer, director, and stage designer for various companies including the Vienna Festival, Almeida Theatre, and Theatr Clwyd. Served as Associate Director at Cardiff New Theatre. Tr…