MEET THE TEAM
MEET THE '25-'26 BARRON SUBCOMMITTEE
Barron Manager
Carrie Cheung
Carrie is currently a masters' student in developmental psychology. Adament that she is not a Theatre Kid™, she was dragged into producing a Byre show two years ago and never looked back. After a year of being the booking woman for the Barron and Mermaids, she decided that she loved the Barron so much that she wanted manage the whole thing!
​
If you have any Barron-related questions - literally any questions about the Barron, feel free to email
Operations Manager
Ruby Thake
Ruby is a second year student studying Modern History. Whilst she is typically seen belting out showtunes in MusT, she has decided to expand her horizons this year and get involved in ‘serious theatre’. Her role is to attempt to fill Carrie’s shoes as booking woman for the Barron and Mermaids, although she’s unsure if anyone ever could. Usually she’s found onstage so she’s looking forward to learning more about the backstage and production side of theatre!
​
If you have any questions about booking rehearsal spaces in the Barron, feel free to reach out through
Barron Librarian
Eva Lewis
Eva is currently a second year English student, also attempting modules in comparitive literature and classics. Being raied in the theatre from the age of seven, she has recently discovered the immense joys of participating in backstage and behind the scenes work. In order to combine her love of literature, communication and the performing arts, she is now dedicated to taking on the role of Barron Librarian.
​
if you have any questions about the Barron library, feel free to reach out through
President of Mermaids
Bella Hirst
Bella is currently a 4th year studying Economics and Management. She started off costuming shows in St Andrews, then got involved with Mermaids, and loved it so much that she decided to run for President! She’s really excited to be able to further support the Barron this year, encouraging both Mermaids-funded and independent shows to create the best shows they possibly can!
For any questions, please reach out to her at
Deputy Barron Manager
Ava Pegg-Davies
Ava is a third-year Film and Social Anthropology student who’s excited to be back as Deputy Barron Manager for another year. She’s got a soft spot for this theatre—and, bizarrely, for the paperwork!
​
She’s done a bit of everything: tech, producing, directing… so if something’s broken, missing, or just confusing, please shoot her an email at
Barron Technical Officer
Maggie Madden
Maggie is a second year history and English student. Though she initially started in technical theatre to escape a sports requirement, she has been active behind the scenes for roughly seven years. She is excited to share what she has learned and learn more in her role as Barron Technical Officer.
​
If you have any questions about tech in the Barron, feel free to reach out through
Wellbeing Officer
Abigail Harper
Abigail is a third-year student, studying a joint degree in English and Film Studies. Having been engrossed in theatre classes from the age of four, it has now stemmed into a lifelong passion with hopes to pursue a career in theatre direction. Having been an actor and now director, she hopes her ability to communicate with different theatric roles on and off stage will make her well-suited for the role of Barron wellbeing officer.
​
If you have any questions about wellbeing in the Barron, feel free to reach out through
Vice President of Mermaids
Erin Loftus-Reid
Erin is a 4th year studying Economics and Management. After joining her first show as a fresher, Erin brought her love of theatre (and passion for Excel spreadsheets) to the role of Mermaids Productions Treasurer. This year, Erin is excited to take on the role of Vice President and can’t wait for another great year at the Barron!
​
For any questions, feel free to reach out to her through
WANT TO JOIN COMMITTEE NEXT YEAR?
Application for the '25-'26 Barron subcommittee has closed. However, '26-'27 Barron subcommittee applications will open in summer 2026! Barron committee positions are all done through interview, any matriculated University of St Andrews student for the '26-'27 academic year can apply.
​
Barron subcommittee inteview positions:
-
Barron Manager (via Mermaids' interview)
-
Operations Manager (via Mermaids' interview)
-
Deputy Barron Manager
-
Barron Technical Officer
-
​Front of House Manager
-
Barron Librarian
-
Wellbeing Officer
Mermaids', Barron and Engagement Subcommittee '24-'25
