STAFF

Matthew, an artist hailing from Rotherham, South Yorkshire, embodies the essence of versatility in the performing arts. As a Director, Singer, Actor, and Vocal Coach, Matthew’s journey is a testament to his passion and dedication to the theatrical world.Born and raised in Rotherham, Matthew’s artistic journey began with a fervent pursuit of acting. He honed his skills at university in Sheffield, where he graduated with First Class Honors in Performance for Stage and Screen. During his time there, Matthew not only delved into the intricacies of acting but also explored directing and performance-making.After a brief stint as a primary school teacher, Matthew ventured into the realm of freelance performing arts coaching, directing, headshot photography, and graphics design for various performing arts companies in 2023. His professional expertise as a director has been recognised by prominent institutions such as NODA; working with companies such as Early Fest, and the Worksop Light Operatic Society, where he contributed his creative vision to successful productions. Matthew’s leadership skills and artistic sensibilities led him to assume the role of Director at the esteemed Dearne Musical Theatre Company.In addition to his prowess behind the scenes, Matthew is a dedicated vocal coach, lending his expertise to aspiring talents at Cast Academy, Take 2 Academy, and through his own private students. Beyond his theatrical endeavors, Matthew serves as a Senior Carer for Adults with Learning Difficulties, demonstrating his compassion and commitment to making a positive impact in the community.

Professional Credits Include:Night at the Musicals (Lead Tenor, 2018), Yesterday. Today. Tomorrow. (Ensemble, Venice Benaile, 2017), Fire Safety Presenting (Campus Life, 2018), Marella Cruises (Lead Singer, 2018-19), Aladdin (Aladdin 2023).Directing Credits:Sister Act Jr. (2017), Legally Blonde Jr (2017 and 2023), Suspects! A New Play. (2018),Oliver Jr. (2019), Milky Wars (2022), Elf Jr. (2023), Pop! Goes The Musical (2022), Little Shop of Horrors (2024).

Matt is a versatile and professional musician based in South Yorkshire, with a career that extends beyond the region. After graduating from Sheffield University, he embarked on a freelance career and has since collaborated with numerous local amateur and youth theatre companies across Yorkshire. In addition to his work in theatre, Matt teaches music at several performing arts and dance schools. He also provides a range of music services, including accompaniment, orchestration, and copyist work.

Matt’s dedication to education is evident in his role as a music teacher at a special educational needs school. Outside of his professional commitments, he enjoys socializing and spending time with friends and family.

Matt is thrilled to join Cast Productions and looks forward to embarking on this exciting journey, beginning with their first musical!

Sophie discovered her passion for performing in musicals at 16 when she started training at an accredited Musical Theatre College. Her love for acting continued to grow, prompting her to pursue it further at university. Whilst at university, she had the opportunity to perform at both the Great Yorkshire Fringe and the Edinburgh Fringe Festival for two consecutive years. Following this she became a professional actor, performing in two world premiere shows “Bad Dog” and “Something Else”. “Bad Dog” was nominated “best new theatre show” by the Derek Awards. Sophie is also a dedicated performing arts teacher at various performing arts schools around Yorkshire, instructing all three disciplines to a variety of ages, encouraging students to become the best versions of themselves. Sophie believes in nourishing young talent and building on techniques to enhance performances across the board. In recent years, Sophie has developed a new passion for marketing and content creation. She now has a diverse portfolio of clients, ranging from theatrical companies to university lecturers, for whom she creates, designs, and schedules content. Sophie is excited to embark on our journey as we kickstart CAST Productions!