DaVena Orr

Craetive Youth Lead

(Drama,Music & Theatre)

“Hi my name is DaVena, i am a 20 year old mom to a 3 year old girl. I love music and theatre as it gives me an opportunity express myself and feel comfortable while doing so. I hope to help others do the same and understand that they are capable of anything even when it seems hard” . 

Mia Simpson

Creative Youth Lead

(Poetry, Spoken & Written Word)

“My name is Mia, I’m currently 17 years old and i love Poetry, it’s a way for me to express how i feel in a healthy way and i hope to inspire others to do the same!”

 Micheal Kelly 

 Lead Volunteer

“Michael Kelly – Lead Volunteer here at at Studio 74.

This picture was taken at my favourite place to go walking. Coombe Abbey top end of Binley, Coventry. Going to Coombe as much as i can really improves my Mental Health and Wellbeing”

Musad Farah

Film & Director of Programmes

“Film fanatic and popcorn enthusiast, I’m the voice behind Screening Room, a upcoming radio show for 2026 exploring conversation-sparking cinema, from new releases to timeless classics and entertainment news.

A dedicated lover of storytelling and visual creativity, I aim to contribute to meaningful, imaginative creative film projects and currently lead ongoing media/film production at Studio 74″.

 Peter Dunbar

 Company Director

“Hello, my name’s Peter Dunbar. I live alone in the eastern suburbs of Newcastle (born & raised). I am the sole carer for my bedridden mother atm but hope to do a bit of global exploration, when my circumstances permit – experience some cultural delights!

In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with loved ones, hiking around Northumberland (or just my more local green spaces), a friendly game of poker with mates, relaxing to music and a good book. I am late diagnosed autistic (Asperger’s) and often find social encounters very challenging… something I’m very keen to address, and overcome.

I don’t have any specific aspirations… I just want to seize any opportunity to make a positive and profound difference, in any way I can. And to grow, in any way I can. The above photograph is of me enjoying one of my favourite activities, sitting in front of trees (I’m easily pleased)”.

Peter Rowe

Mental Health & LGBTQIA + Lead

Mentor & Director of Programmes

“My name is Peter, a first- generation British born to Jamaican parents, in Birmingham.

My childhood was troubled, being brought up by my paternal grandparents then by my Dad and his second wife until I left home at nearly 16. I went back to live with my Nan, before finally setting up home independently, in a bedsit and then in a flat at the age of 18.

In my early 20s I had to live with the fact of being gay and having to deal with it by myself. At the time people were not sharing such aspects of their lives with many people.

Over the years I have had various jobs in the care sector. Life skills and experience in the care sector enabled me to embark on a Social Sciences course which led to a degree in Social Work. I worked as a social worker for people with HIV and asylum seekers. I went on to be a sexual health worker for a charity based in Birmingham. I would test clients on site and at pop up clinics.

I strongly believe all my past experiences and life skills have enabled me to be an active member of the team, Studio 74, and I look forward to continuing this in the next academic year”.

Shannon Jackson

Company Director 

 “Hiya my names Shannon I am one of the directors of Studio 74. I suffer with PTSD and agoraphobia daily but being involved with studio 74 is helping with my mental health immensely.  One of the stand out benefits is that it enables me to be able to reach out to our up and coming children in the community. 

My aim is to help where i can  and to see every one of them thrive especially having been a child in the care system from a very young age”

“Oooooo the relevance with the cakes is I love to bake its a passion for me” 

Also it’s very therapeautic for everyone of all ages and keeping with the relevance of our creative community it’s very creative. Possibilities are endless

Shantyl Rogers – Founder & Activist,

Advocate for Traumatised Children,

Grade 4 Classical & Blues Pianist & a “Dedicated follower of Music”