Face Front announces a new co-Artistic Director
Face Front is extremely proud that we have a new co-Artistic Director!
Sarah-Jane Wingrove joins current Artistic Director, Ray Downing. Ray says
“I have known Sarah-Jane for almost 30 years, and she is such a brilliant asset to any team. The entire Face Front family are very pleased that she will expand her creative wings – can’t wait to collaborate!”
This exciting news was first shared at our Together Event in November, and she officially started her new post from 5th January 2026. Sarah-Jane started as a freelancer in 2017 and has performed in many productions (inc: Hero Next Door, It’s My Move, Whisper Me Happy Ever After) and directed (inc: The Legacy of Le’Gassy Manor, Christmas Island, Robyn Hood). In addition to her stage work, Sarah-Jane supports many Act the Part groups (inc: InterACTion, Bridge Group) and books our touring Theatre-in-Education productions.
Sarah-Jane says
“I feel both delighted and honoured to have been asked to join Ray in this role at Face Front. I’m looking forward to contributing to the artistic output of this wonderful charity alongside all the many people who make it such a joyful hub of creativity and inclusivity.”
