The Replay Theatre Company Board:

Ellen McKenna – Chair

Ellen is Head of Drama in Wellington College, Belfast, where she has taught English and Drama for 20 years. Ellen graduated from Queens University Belfast in 1999 and later completed a Masters degree in drama during which she was struck by the diversity of theatre practice in Northern Ireland, and in particular, how theatre can be used as a tool for creating positive and sometimes transformativeeffects on the lives of young people. She strives to pass on her passion for theatre to her students and enjoys directing a wide variety of school productions.

Paul Jordan – Secretary

Paul worked with the Community Relations Council since 1998 and has been its Director for Funding& Development for around the last 8 years. Paul has previously held a number of youth work roles many of which included writing and producing a range of theatre pieces with particular focus on the themes of peace building.

Lesley Shannon – Treasurer

Lesley was newly appointed to the Board in December 2020. She currently works as Director of Finance with Tourism NI. A qualified chartered accountant, she is keen to bring her expertise in accounting and finances to support the Company for years to come.

Caroline McCarthy – Board Member

Caroline has been a teacher in Glenveagh School for the last 19 years, working with children and young adults aged 8-19 who all have severe learning difficulties.  It’s an exciting learning environment, getting to see the enjoyment and fulfilment that the arts can give to all the pupils.  Caroline moved to Belfast with her husband over 24 years ago after living in London (growing up watching all the West End shows).  She loves travelling to get the sun and surf and embracing the Belfast climate, walking in all weathers with her dog and standing at the sidelines cheering on her son and his team.

Scott Harper – Board Member

Having studied Business Economics at Ulster University Scott became the Group Demand Planner within the Supply Chain for Dale Farm in August 2018. After participating in the Arts & Business NI Young Professionals Programme Scott joined the Replay board in March 2022, and looks forward to learning and contributing to its future success.

Emma Copland

Emma is an organised and conscientious theatre practitioner. Experienced in the arts and education sectors, working as part of a team and with individual initiative. Driven by discovery, to create new and interesting experiences for a variety of audiences and participants. Striving for creative innovation, audience connectivity and continuous personal development. Looking for further responsibility and the opportunity to work on more research-based projects.

Michelle Baird

Michelle is an award-winning Marketing & Communications professional with 20+ years’ experience and expertise in marketing, communications and strategic business development across the private, public and charitable sectors. She is driven and highly creative with an innovative flair and passion for marketing and recognised for decisive leadership, proven ability to achieve results, devising effective strategies and identifying new business opportunities.

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