The Company, its Vision and its Work

Cwmni Theatr Arad Goch was founded in 1989.

We want to make the best theatre for the best audiences – children, young people and families.
We want our audiences to hear their stories, imagine their dreams, experience their world, wonder think and laugh - through theatre.
Cwmni Theatr Arad Goch is a local, national and international company.
We create innovative and high-standard theatre for and with children and young people.
We provide opportunities for theatre artists to collaborate, investigate and create new exciting work.
Our work celebrates Welsh identity as part of contemporary world culture.

Welsh is the company’s main working language; we operate bilingually in Welsh and English, promoting a multilingual and inclusive language ethos.

The company produces up to 5 productions per year – some for theatres and other venues in Wales and internationally, and others for schools. The company also produces large-scale events and projects like the Far Old Line Festival, the pop-up production Clera, and large-scale musicals like Cysgu’n Brysur.

Cwmni Theatr Arad Goch recognises the importance and benefit of working with other companies and organisations in Wales and further afield. The company has been at the forefront of developing international collaborations with companies, artists and festivals from abroad and by organising Agor Drysau – Opening Doors– Wales’ International Theatre Festival for Young
Audiences. https://agordrysau.cymru/.

Through its performances and participatory activities Cwmni Theatr Arad Goch reaches over 24,000 children and young people annually. Canolfan Arad Goch is also recognised as a creative community centre and it is possible to hire the building for a variety of events.

STAFF

Ffion Wyn Bowen

Artistic Director

Back in 1996 I started working with Arad Goch as an actress, and since then I've been involved in numerous productions and projects, and traveled extensively performing with the company. My duties include directing some of the productions, developing the company's community and creative participatory activities and leading the Drama - BlAGur and AGwedd clubs.

Nia Wyn Evans

Business Director

I have worked at Arad Goch since 2003, and I’m the one that looks after the budgets, contracts, all of those interesting things! I’m originally from Llanbrynmair, but decided to stay around Aberystwyth after graduating in Law and Business. I live on a farm in Talybont, with my husband Deulwyn, and 3 children, Mirain, Lleucu and Wil.

Anne Evans

Schools Liaison Officer

My work involves a lot of contacting schools. I arrange all of the company’s educational theatre tours, as well as contacting schools about upcoming Arad Goch events, creative learning projects and theatre tours of shows.

Rakaia McAdam-Duff

Production Manager

I have worked as a technician at Arad Goch since 2019, helping ensure the smooth running of our productions and maintaining the building. My duties include set up and operation of technical theatre equipment, building and setting up sets and assisting during productions.
I have also brought my other skills into the role including producing music and sound effects, graphic design and editing.

Lowri Pugh-Davies

Marketing and Communications Manager

Hello! My name is Lowri, I'm responsible for all the company's marketing. I love art, jewellery... Anything Creative! I joined Arad Goch in 2025, so I'm the newest member of the team.

Ann Penny

Clerk

I have worked as a Clerk with Arad Goch since 1991 and I am responsible for keeping the accounts on the Sage programme. I also do various administrative work.

Llŷr Edwards

Producer

My first professional job with Arad Goch, as an actor, was almost 30 years ago now. Since then I have worked freelance on twenty different productions for the company, whether as an actor, musician, director, stage manager or technician. It is therefore nice to become a permanent member of the team as a Producer.

Management Board

Cadeirydd – Chair person – Sara Gibson
Mererid Boswell
Sion Pennant
Rhodri Davies
Carys Mai
Elin Haf Gruffydd Jones
Annwen Jones

Serving as a board member for Arad Goch Theatre Company means being a steward of creativity, culture, and community. It’s about helping to shape the vision of a company dedicated to inspiring young audiences through powerful, imaginative theatre.

A board member provides strategic guidance and governance, ensuring the organisation remains financially sound, artistically ambitious, and true to its mission. The role involves supporting leadership, championing Welsh arts and language, advocating for access to high-quality theatre, and building strong partnerships that sustain long-term impact.

Above all, being a board member is about shared responsibility , protecting the company’s legacy while helping it grow, innovate, and reach future generations with meaningful stories that spark curiosity and connection.