The CREATIVE Team

Meet the People Behind ETA

Our team brings together experienced performers, directors, and educators passionate about developing the next generation of theatre artists.

Matt Jewson | BA, MA, FHEA

Creative Director

Matt is a neurodiverse (dyslexic) actor, director, and producer based in Essex. With twelve years of professional experience, he believes that creativity and artistic expression are powerful catalysts for change. He is passionate about supporting emerging and growing talent, whether raw or recently graduated, helping performers develop their skills and confidence. He works across commercial theatre, fringe, and young company projects, and provides specialist support for dyslexic theatre makers and actors. Matt also teaches acting at several drama schools and holds a Fellowship in Higher Education teaching.

Rob Miles | BA, PGCE, SFHEA, EFP

Training Director

Rob is a musical director and vocal coach with extensive experience in musical theatre, choral and orchestral settings. An educator throughout his career, Rob specialises in higher education. He spent nine years as Head of Singing at the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire, where he also developed and ran a successful foundation acting course. Prior to that, he worked for seven years as the Head of Singing at University Centre Colchester, whilst also co-running its Musical Theatre degree programme. He now works across a range of leading drama schools nationally and is a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy. Driven by a passion for music and storytelling, Rob teaches, delivers workshops and masterclasses in solo and ensemble singing, acting through song, musicianship and musical direction. His approach focuses on empowering and enlightening each individual, tailoring work to suit their specific needs and unique set up.

Jonathan Davis | BA

Executive Producer

Jonathan is a businessman, coach, and actor based in Essex, with over 40 years' experience working across creative and professional worlds. He provides the practical, business-focused foundation that allows creative work to flourish. His role centres on structure, sustainability, and clear decision-making, handling the operational and strategic realities of producing while remaining deeply attuned to the creative process. Jonathan believes theatre works best as a collaborative, human endeavour, built on trust, clarity, and bold artistic choices. Alongside producing, he remains actively involved in performance. This ongoing engagement keeps his approach grounded, empathetic, and firmly artist-led.