The Drama Geezers
About The Drama Geezers
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The Drama Geezers bring more drama into classrooms, homes, and communities, championing play and storytelling as powerful tools for creativity, inclusivity, and wellbeing.
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Through their projects, everyday spaces are transformed into imaginative worlds where children and adults alike can explore, connect, and thrive. With a playful yet purposeful approach, The Drama Geezers ensure that every child, regardless of background or ability, feels welcomed and able to participate fully.
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What makes their work unique is their steadfast commitment to inclusivity and creativity. By harnessing the power of drama, they spark imagination, nurture confidence, and inspire remarkable leaps in learning. Whether in schools, homes, or community venues, The Drama Geezers create safe, vibrant spaces where everyone can play, grow, and create together.
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WE ARE MEN THAT PLAY
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The Drama Geezers are redefining what it means to be a man through the power of play and creativity.
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They believe that true strength lies in embracing imagination, laughter, and storytelling and they’re on a mission to inspire more men to do the same.
As fathers and creatives, they’ve seen firsthand how play can shape children’s confidence, curiosity, and joy. Now, they’re dedicated to helping more men step into that role: to play, to create, and to connect. The Drama Geezers invite men everywhere to join them in proudly becoming “Men That Play.”​
Team:
The Drama Geezers collaborate with a diverse network of talented freelancers on a project-by-project basis. This flexible model allows us to tailor each team to the specific needs of the project, drawing on a wide range of skills and creative perspectives to deliver high-quality, impactful work.
Simon Batchelor & Paul Andrew
Founders
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Simon is an experienced Drama Practitioner with over 15 years of practice in creating and leading innovative learning programmes across schools, theatres, and community settings. Since 2009, he has worked with people of all ages, from Early Years through to Higher Education, helping students and educators alike to explore creativity, build confidence, and embed the arts into everyday teaching.
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He is also proud to be the teacher on Channel 4’s BAFTA-nominated, award-winning documentary series The Secret Life of 4 & 5 Year Olds.
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Paul is a Storyteller and Creative Facilitator, trained at East 15 Acting School, where he graduated with a BA (Hons) in Community Theatre. He has extensive experience working with young people from a wide range of backgrounds, abilities, and experiences, including children with disabilities and those learning English as an additional language.
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His diverse skill set includes puppetry, circus arts, stage combat, storytelling, Commedia dell’Arte, samba, fire breathing, devising, and voice and movement training, making him a versatile and dynamic practitioner who brings creativity and energy to every project.