Sheila Healy has a lifelong commitment to creativity, diversity, and engagement in the arts. As Chair of the South-West Arts Council UK and a Trustee of its National Council, Sheila significantly contributed to major policy and investment decisions across various art forms, from theatre to dance, music to museums, and creative collaboration across the globe.

As a Chief Executive in local government and a Director with Central Government, Sheila led strategic change and improvement programmes in collaboration with business, cultural organisations, and local communities. As a Trustee of Kneehigh Theatre, she promoted a global perspective, ensuring the company became internationally renowned. Sheila has also played a key role in the development of the Walsall Art Gallery, the Ikon (Birmingham), and Tate St Ives. She has served as Chair of the Audiences Agency and Audiences Central. Sheila now acts as an independent consultant and advisor for the arts and culture and is a member of the board of several cultural organisations, including Bristol Ideas. She is delighted to contribute to the development and progression of ISTA’s work.

Rob Warren is currently the Director of the Arts at St. Mary’s School in Southern California, USA. Originally from the United Kingdom, Rob has been engaged in international arts education for over 25 years. In his current role, as well as his previous position as Director of the Arts at Atlanta International School for over 20 years, he played a pivotal role in developing two outstanding IB Arts Programmes from K-12. Passionate about the impact of the arts on innovation, Rob has actively integrated STEAM Education and Design Thinking into both institutions.

Rob continues to be deeply involved in teaching both IB DP and MYP Theatre & Film. As a Principal Examiner for the IBO, he served on the review committee for the development of the new IB DP Theatre course. Rob has been an active ISTA member since 2003, serving as a teacher workshop leader, student ensemble leader, and artistic director. He is honoured to be part of the board of trustees and is committed to helping ISTA move forward.

Caroline Hutchison, born and raised in Atlanta, GA, USA, has always had a passion for theatre and the performing arts. After a childhood career as a voiceover artist and a significant experience in IB Theatre, she graduated from DePaul University with a BFA in Theatre Management. Caroline moved to Washington, D.C., in 2018 to work in Institutional Giving at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts.

Caroline is passionate about the intersections of art, social justice, education, and accessibility. She believes that the arts are a powerful tool for community empowerment and change-making and has witnessed the impact of world-class art and education firsthand. Caroline is honoured to join the board of trustees and looks forward to contributing her perspective as both a professional fundraiser and a recent IB Theatre student.

Steven Parker is originally from the UK and has lived and worked around the world – from Australia through to Hong Kong, South Africa and France. He is now settled in London. Steven previously held various executive leadership roles in financial services – from strategy, through to marketing and general management. He continues to hold non-executive roles in fintech start-ups and is an accredited executive coach, working with senior leaders across a spectrum of industries.

Steven is passionate about inclusion and is Trustee for a charity supporting young adults ‘at risk’ across the Balkans, and also helps run a project, with the Shakespeare Schools Foundation, for secondary schools in disadvantaged parts of the Midlands and North Yorkshire, UK.

Steven has had a long-standing and active interest in the performing arts – for many years, he helped run community theatre groups in Hong Kong. He was formerly a Trustee at The Audience Business (Edinburgh), Deputy Chair of The Audience Agency (UK) and Chairman of its technology subsidiary. Steven joined the ISTA Board in April 2025 and is delighted to be able to see how he can help support the growth of ISTA’s network and services for teachers and young people.

Originally from Toronto, Canada, Malina Patel holds a BFA in Acting and a BEd. She began her career in Canadian theatre as a stage manager for companies such as Obsidian Theatre Company, Theatre Passe Muraille, Soulpepper Theatre, and Canadian Stage Company.

Malina is an educator and artist driven by the desire to explore and question the world around her. She believes that theatre is a powerful tool for reflecting on humanity and exploring important themes and issues. Malina is honoured to serve ISTA and looks forward to learning and growing alongside the organisation as they move forward together.

Adam Kritzer is a filmmaker, educator, and entrepreneur based in New York. His work has received awards, been showcased at international festivals, and distributed in theatres and on-demand platforms. Additionally, Adam has published writings on various topics, including representation, neurodivergence, and art as social action.

In 2016, Adam founded the Art Detectives, an inclusive art school that develops and implements individualised arts integration curricula for artists of all ages and abilities. In 2022, the school delivered 1,500 personalised classes. Adam holds a degree from Middlebury College in Vermont and a Master’s degree in Education Entrepreneurship from the University of Pennsylvania. Adam is honoured to be a part of ISTA’s Board of Trustees and is particularly interested in exploring the evolving role of neurodiversity within the organisation, as well as integrating film and video-making to support the creative and critical development of ISTA’s young artists. Learn more about Adam on IMDB.

Elana Shyong grew up as a Taiwanese-American within the vibrant cultural landscape of Shanghai, China, embodying the true essence of a third-culture kid. She later pursued her BA and MA in drama and applied theatre at Goldsmiths and the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama in London.

For Elana, theatre is less about performing on stage and more about the transformation it can inspire within individuals and communities. The theatre that resonates most with her is the kind that fosters personal growth and development. Elana now works as a freelancer with schools, nonprofits, and arts centres globally, developing programmes and workshops that focus on creative self-expression and confidence. ISTA was a significant inspiration for Elana as a student, and she is excited to give back and grow alongside the organisation as a board member.

Born and raised in Inverness, Scotland, Jessica Wycliffe-Jones pursued her passion for theatre by studying Drama at college in Birmingham, England. Following her involvement in community theatre projects, she retrained as a solicitor, qualifying in 1997, and eventually settled in the South West of England to start a family. Jessica currently works as an Associate Solicitor at a large law firm.

Jessica remains an avid supporter of theatre, albeit now in a spectator role. She has had the joy of sharing her love of theatre with her son, witnessing how his involvement in theatre has helped him grow into a mature and confident young man. Jessica recently joined the ISTA Board of Trustees and is honoured to support and promote the myriad benefits ISTA offers to students and educators alike.