Dauntless Evolution

We are a Physical Theatre company that use fluid movement, dynamic imagery and a total theatre approach to bring a sense of spectacle to the stories we choose to tell. Our work celebrates humanity, finding joy in our shared experiences. We are constantly looking for new ways to tell stories and connect with audiences, we endeavour to make each show an experience never to forget.

 

Meet the Team


  • Artistic Director

    Jacob co-founded the company during his first year at East 15 Acting School. Since the beginning of his training he has always wanted to use visually bold and ambitious work to tell important stories. Through the company he found a love for directing which has led him to continue his training on the MA Drama Directing course at Bristol Old Vic Theatre School. Jacob has worked as a freelance Director, Movement Director, Performer and Facilitator, highlights include directing “Hymns” by Chris O’Connell and working with TEMPER Theatre on their production HOLM at Jacksons Lane Theatre.

    Won’t show up to rehearsals without: A fancy new notebook
    Favourite warm up song:     I like the way you move - Body Rockers


  • Co-Founder/Associate Artist

    Nat is an Actor who specialises in Movement and Puppetry. He Co-Founded Dauntless Evolution during his first year of training at East 15 Acting School. Nat has performed across the UK on a multitude of different projects, most notably on Frantic Assembly’s show ‘Fatherland’ and as a Puppeteer in the UK tour of ‘In The Night Garden’.

    Won’t show up to rehearsals without: His Laptop and a Banana

    Favourite warm up song: Anything by The 1975


  • Co-Founder/Associate Artist

    Born and raised in Swansea, South Wales, Ellie is one of the founding members. She went on to study at East 15 Acting School and graduated in 2021. Since graduating, Ellie has had a real passion for directing and devising with young people and currently works for West Glamorgan Youth Theatre Company, along with other freelance directing and movement directing roles. Ellie is the companies workshop co-ordinator, runs the social media pages aswell as being a deviser and performer for Dauntless Evolution.
    Won’t show up to rehearsals without: Caramel Latte
    Favourite warm up song:     Music for a sushi restaurant - Harry Styles


  • Co-Founder/Associate Artist

    Lewis joined Dauntless as a core company member in his final year of East 15 Acting School. He started exploring physical theatre as it combines his passions for both performing and sport. He trains in many sports such as parkour, gymnastics, basketball, climbing and martial arts. Since graduating, Lewis has worked on multiple projects such as touring a TIE show in Germany, puppeteering Raptors at Jurassic World Exhibition and numerous motion capture projects. Lewis is one of our workshop co-ordinators.

    Won’t show up to rehearsals without: His boombox ‘Boomie’
    Favourite warm up song: Pump it louder- Black eyed peas