Ewan S Pires they/he

My work in sensory theatre is grounded in a core belief: everyone deserves access to the joy and connection that storytelling can bring. I’m passionate about creating inclusive, engaging, and meaningful theatrical experiences—especially for audiences with complex needs, including PMLD and SEND.

My journey into this work began during my actor-musician training at Rose Bruford, through a collaboration with Dr. Gill Brigg. Together we created a sensory adaptation of Macbeth for Riverside School—an experience that reshaped how I think about story, access, and presence. That moment continues to shape my practice today.

In sessions, I often use a loop pedal to build immersive soundscapes, encouraging participants to explore rhythm, texture, and frequency using a variety of instruments. I design and deliver sensory stories that combine music with tactile and visual elements—supporting curiosity, communication, and play.

At the heart of this work is a simple aim: to create spaces of joy, imagination, and meaningful connection.

My work in sensory theatre is grounded in a core belief: everyone deserves access to the transformative power of storytelling and the arts. I am passionate about creating accessible, engaging, and meaningful theatrical experiences—especially for audiences with complex needs, including PMLD and SEND.

My journey into this work began during my actor-musician training at Rose Bruford, through a collaboration with Dr. Gill Brigg. Together we created a sensory adaptation of Macbeth for Riverside School—an experience that reshaped how I think about story, access, and presence. That moment continues to shape my practice today.

In my sensory sessions, I often use a loop pedal to build immersive soundscapes, encouraging participants to explore sound, rhythm, and frequency through a variety of instruments. I design and deliver sensory stories that combine music with tactile and visual elements—supporting curiosity, communication, and play.

Ewan has continued to build their experience through performance, facilitation, and devising across a range of organisations and contexts:

Embracing Artes – performer in Chrimblesense (tour); currently part of their facilitation team, delivering themed sensory parties

Concrete Youth – performer in The Whispering Jungle (national tour for PMLD audiences); currently part of their facilitator team delivering sensory stories in schools

Whippersnappers – performer in Fairyland and Winter Wonderland; currently part of their facilitator team delivering music and sound-based sensory sessions for SEND and PMLD audiences during holiday breaks

Bamboozle Theatre Company – participant in their “Backyard Sessions,” embracing inclusive and non-judgmental approaches to creative exploration