Libby is an actor, writer, arts practitioner, producer, mother, fighter, activist and lover of Air Max 90’s.
She trained at East 15 Acting School, graduating in 2000 and having her son shortly afterwards. Libby’s work has been described as “funny, frank and authentic” and she champions socially vigorous work that interrogates stereotypes.
Libby is best known for her acclaimed solo show MUVVAHOOD, a unique show that mixes verbatim, autobiographical stand up and TED Talk to address the stigma surrounding single mothers. As a result of her work challenging stereotypes of single motherhood, Libby appeared as a regular guest panelist on BBC Radio London’s Simon Lederman show. She has also featured on Radio 4 and Radio 5. She has written for The Stage, the Evening Standard, Standard Issue and The Guardian.
Libby’s third play, FIGHTER, premiered at Stratford Circus Arts Centre in April 2019. FIGHTER is based on Libby’s personal experience as a boxer and the struggles that female boxers have faced in a male dominated sport.
Even throughout the pandemic, Libby has remained active, working as a freelance producer, actor and writer. In late 2021 she starred as dodgy Erica in EASTENDERS, and co-wrote EVERY PERSON WANDERING for BBC Radio 4 commission alongside Cardboard Citizens.
Alongside Libby’s work as an actor and writer, she is a freelance producer, educational consultant and facilitator with in excess of 20 years experience working with young people and schools. She’s passionate about ensuring that all young people have access to great theatre experiences. Since late 2019 she’s been a core member of HighRise Theatre as a producer and project manager. She joined the Theatre Centre team in 2021.