Trisha Lee

Trisha Lee founded MakeBelieve Arts in 2002. Trisha oversees development of the artistic programme; devising and direction of theatre shows; initiation of creative programmes, and delivery of creative programmes requiring special knowledge and expertise.

Trish has directed seven shows with the company and run countless projects in schools. She has worked in the US, the Netherlands, Japan, Qatar and Spain. Widely known for her work on the Helicopter Technique, she is in demand to speak at conferences and deliver INSETs for teachers.

Based on her work in theatre in education, her ability to link current educational theory with theatre practice and a passionate interest in how children learn, Trish has published two chapters in Network Continuums Success in the Creative Classroom, where she wrote about the Helicopter Technique and in her second book Happy Families she tackled parenting and the emotions experienced during transition. Recent publications include Teaching Mathematics Creatively and The Moon on the Water.

Trish is also a cabinet appointed Social Enterprise Ambassador - to find out more visit www.socialenterpriseambassadors.org.uk