Our Team

Elise Even-ChaimElise Even-Chaim: Company Director/Producer
Elise Even-Chaim has produced and directed many shows, building a reputation for inventive productions, garnering rave reviews and high expectations for future projects. After directing successful productions of Trousers, Pippin and Little Shop of Horrors, Elise came over to Edinburgh to live in the city that hosts one of the world's most renowned Arts festivals. It was here that she decided to join in by starting her own company, Living Stone Media, in order to pursue her passion for directing and creating, and to provide like-minded people with the opportunity to do the same.

Naisha UppertonNaisha Upperton: Writer
Naisha Upperton is Australian. Well, no she isn't. But she believes she is so be careful not to let otherwise slip in front of her...Although she can currently be found in the various roles of waitress extraordinaire at Edinburgh's favourite diner Monster Mash and script writer for Living Stone Media, Naisha is a traveler at heart. Having spent close to five years exploring the world with a vivid imagination and a penchance for the dramatic, Naisha soaked up the experiences and stories she discovered along the way. Finally given an outlet for the travel testimony she developed, Naisha snapped up the opportunity to write about the journey of 5 backpackers and The Good, the Bad and the Lonely was born. This year Naisha turns her hand to writing about the hospitality industry. Table Manners is Naisha's epitaph to the world of restaurant service, and she hopes one that will leave audience members with an appetite for more as it premieres at Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2005.

Justin GouldJustin Gould: Press Officer
Having been brought up in both England and New Zealand and now living in Scotland Justin considers himself somewhat of a Euro Kiwi and is often affectionately referred to as the one with the retarded accent. Justin has acted and directed in various non- professional and professional productions for both stage and small screen. Shows have included Oliver, Me and My Girl and The Crucible. Justin is also a founding member of Nottinghams successful Comic Improvisation troupe Mission Improbable.

 

Leon HanrahanLeon Hanrahan: Technical Manager
Leon has been involved in all facets of the theatre world for as long as anyone can remember, from humble beginnings as a tiny orphan in a production of Oliver to the dizzying heights of Lighting Design for various original performances. These days he still juggles backstage duties with the odd spot of work in front of the spotlight, while strenuously avoiding any involvement in calisthenics competitions. Last year saw involvement with Living Stone Media as a general dogsbody after being kidnapped from a backpacking trip round Europe just in time for the festival.

Katherine GreenKatherine Green: Designer
Katherine Green has worked in design for over six years, both in Scotland and abroad. In her role as a designer for Campbell Design Group in Melbourne, she worked for various clients, gaining wide experience in corporate identity and branding work, advertising, annual reports, packaging design, web design and more. She then left to travel Europe settling in Scotland. Previous to her current role as designer for the Scottish Arts Council, Katherine worked for Marketing Concepts, an advertising and marketing company in Leith. There she completed projects for various clients such as Bannatyne's Health Clubs, Kitchens International and Midlothian Snowsports Centre. Katherine is now putting her passion for typography, illustration and publication design to good use for Living Stone Media

Alister CoyneAlister Coyne: Web Technician / Designer 2004
Alister has produced award-winning work for the highly regarded Sputnik Agency in Melbourne since 1999. Working with clients such as adidas, Toyota and Chupa Chups, his work seeks to challenge the conventional advertising norm. His invaluable creative input ensures that our publicity campaign will be a talking point before, during and after the festival. When Alister is not working he’s travelling off the beaten path befriending locals for a beer!

Nicola Smith: Marketing Officer
Born and bred in Edinburgh Nicola is very excited to be involved in Living Stone Media and her first Fringe festival. Having studied Media & Communications she now works in advertising and welcomes the opportunity to use & broaden her skills through LSM. Theatre has always been a passion of hers and as a creative soul she is looking forward to Fringe 2005 and beyond.

Christine Kinsella: Marketing Officer
Christine Kinsella is a visual artist working professionally in the arts, on creative and innovative projects. Christine who is originally from Liverpool has re-located to Edinburgh to work within the contemporary arts scene in Scotland. Whilst practicing as a visual artist she specialises in arts and audience development work, through partnerships with various organisations. A particular focus has been on increasing the participation of young people in the arts, through the delivery of community arts projects. Christine has gained extensive experience from the development and marketing of her business within the creative sector. These skills are put to good use in her current role in the external relations department at the Scottish Arts Council. Christine has been assisting Living Stone Media with the design and implementation of a fundraising and marketing campaign for Table Manners.