Hello my name is Jane Leakey and I live in in Somerset

I created Fat Cat in 1999 after touring the UK with a number of children's theatre companies

I am a natural performer and storyteller and am excellent at communicating in a fun and relaxed way whilst at the same time delivering a highly professional show. I believe that the best way for children to learn is while they are having fun

I write and research all my shows and also make my own puppets. If i am making an animal I try to study it in the wild if possible

I have been commissioned to write and perform shows by various organisations including  Somerset County Council Adoption Services, Natural England, the Brewhouse Theatre  and the Natural History Musem. I also am a professional director

As a wildlife photographer and conservationist I travel the world looking after endangered species, including gorillas and chimpanzees in Cameroon, elephants in Thailand and big cats and baboons in Namibia. As part of my work I give illustrated talks about my travels, to both adults and children

If you have a project in mind that you think I could help you with, please feel free to contact me. I can write you a puppet show or devise a new drama, puppet or mask workshop. or give an inspirational talk about puppets or my work with wildlife.  No project is too large or small

Jane

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