Christine Hood

Career Highlights

My career so far as a Freelance Artist has been varied, exciting and rewarding.

I graduated in 2008 from De Montfort University with a degree in Drama and there isn't a day that goes by when I don't refer back to my education and training.  

I have had the pleasure to work for some wonderful companies over the past twelve months, which include Speakeasy Theatre Company and Non Stop Cabaret Theatre Company. With Non Stop Cabaret I toured to different theatres across the country with a production of Faustus playing Wagner, Evil Angel, Pope and The Old Man- where versatility was very much required! Faustus also received a nomination for Best Production at the Buxton Fringe Festival, which is a career highlight for me! I have also performed in two, durational Live Art performances, the first four hours long and the second six!  

Alongside my acting and performance work, I have had great experiences working as a Drama Workshop Leader, teaching ages ranging from 8-18 years old and there is nothing more satisfying or rewarding than when you are teaching a difficult group and then at the end of the term they produce a wonderful piece of theatre.  

Speakeasy Highlights

I initially started working with Speakeasy as a volunteer and then as a self employed freelancer on their weekly Dramarama sessions (which I am proud to say I still do, every Monday at the Y Theatre). This was an invaluable learning curve for me because I didn't have an awful lot of teaching experience and Bob Christer taught me a lot in my first term. For example, how to communicate with the children and how to encourage them to do well and to learn in a creative and fun way.

Another major highlight for me was working with Speakeasy on their Sabanrab project. I took the role of a peasant who had stolen some apples and the children then had to decide whether or not I should hand myself in. It was surprising to me just how much the children absorbed, they really believed in the situation and the consequences that should follow after stealing. This project was great for me as it combined two things, acting and teaching. I really enjoyed being able to play the peasant, and to have an influence over the children's learning and thinking. I hope to do more projects like this in the future with Speakeasy.

Contact / More info...

I am always interested in working with new people and I am currently in the process of creating a piece of theatre, as well as applying to work with new children in different schools. If you are interested in approaching me regarding the work I have done or the possibility of future projects, feel free to contact me by email:

christinehood22@yahoo.co.uk