Quill & Inkling was set up by swashbuckling adventurers Ivan Wilkinson and Beth Moreno Rivera to provide exciting theatrical experiences.
Quill & Inkling was set up by swashbuckling adventurers Ivan Wilkinson and Beth Moreno Rivera to provide exciting theatrical experiences.
Our Ethos
Quill & Inkling Theatre Company exists to tell stories that connect people across generations, communities, and history. Our work is rooted in collaboration, respect, and care. We believe creativity flourishes where people feel safe, valued, and fairly treated.
We stand firmly against modern slavery, forced labour, human trafficking, and all forms of exploitation.
Although we are not legally required to publish a statement under the Modern Slavery Act 2015 due to our size and turnover, we choose to do so as a reflection of our values and our responsibility as a cultural organisation working within communities.
Who We Are
Quill & Inkling Theatre Company Ltd is a UK-based touring theatre company producing family-friendly adaptations of myth, history, and classic literature. We perform in heritage venues, churches, outdoor spaces, theatres, and schools, and deliver educational workshops for young people.
We are a small limited company working with freelance performers, creatives, technicians, educators, and venue partners. Our supply chains are modest and primarily UK-based.
Our Commitment to People
At the heart of our work is a commitment to dignity and care.
We are committed to:
Fair and transparent contracting
Prompt and agreed payment of freelancers and collaborators
Clear communication and mutual respect
Safe working environments
Professional safeguarding practice when working with children and young people
Because we regularly engage with schools and community groups, safeguarding and wellbeing are central to our operations. We recognise that exploitation and vulnerability can intersect, and we take our responsibility seriously to create environments where individuals, especially young people, feel safe, heard, and respected. All individuals working with us do so voluntarily and under agreed terms. We do not tolerate exploitation in any form.
Understanding Our Risks
Due to the small scale of our organisation and the largely UK-based nature of our operations, we consider the risk of modern slavery within our direct workforce to be low.
Potential indirect risk areas include:
Sourcing costume fabrics or materials.
Printing marketing materials.
Purchasing technical equipment.
Future merchandise production
Where possible, we prioritise:
UK-based and independent suppliers.
Transparent pricing.
Ethical small businesses.
Sustainable and reused materials.
Looking Forward
As Quill & Inkling grows, we will:
Continue reviewing our supplier relationships
Maintain fair pay and written agreements
Increase awareness of ethical sourcing where relevant
Embed ethical reflection into our annual planning
We believe storytelling should reflect the world we want to build; one where creativity is never powered by exploitation, and where every person’s dignity is respected.