mikael lee donaldson

I started Under the Rug in 2022 to create a space where unheard voices were put to the front of the conversation, and the stage.

My days are spent steering our long-term vision, creating opportunities for Glasgow’s artists, leading our free community magazine, and ensuring our values are reflected in everything we do. I believe true change happens in conversation and dedicate my role & my own creative craft to ensure our theatre is accessible, inclusive, and unafraid to hold space for difficult conversations which can enact positive change.

Founder and Artistic Director

alex paton

My role within the company is to help make our shows and events happen. I’m busy organising behind the scenes to make sure everything runs smoothly and to help keep all of our projects on track because trying to keep a group of creatives on schedule is no easy feat! I also get to use my creative experience to work with the rest of the team, deciding which productions and events go ahead and ensuring they align with our company and what we aim to bring to the community. I love that I get to work so closely on both the creative and organisational aspects of the company and get to have lots of fun bringing more exciting theatre to Glasgow!

Artistic Producer

allie willison

I’m the voice of Under the Rug in the digital world, capturing the behind-the-scenes magic and sharing it with you. From filming rehearsal snippets to designing our posters and managing our social feeds, I make sure our community stays connected even when they aren't in the building. I’m here to tell our story online and make sure our digital space feels just as welcoming and vibrant as our physical theatre.

Digital Media Coordinator

joseph madders

My role is to look after the running of the theatre space, organising bookings, and scheduling events. I keep everything tidy and make sure the day to day operations are running safely and smoothly. From sorting out rehearsal slots, managing donations, to answering your emails. I’m here to assist and lift up theatre makers with their rehearsal needs and develop under the rug into a community hub.

Operations and Logistics