Fantastic GCSEs for Mr Fox director

For Owen, 16, from Oldacre Road, Newick was studying for his GCSEs whilst directing rehearsals for Newick Youth Theatre’s latest production, Fantastic Mr Fox. Owen also acts the part of a farmer in the play, so juggling his theatrical commitments with his studies has been quite a tricky business.

Owen, aged 16, had a break in rehearsals for his GCSE exams and found out today (Thursday) that he had been awarded four A* grades, six A grades and a B.

He learned of his results second hand.

“We decided it would be fun to open each other’s results, so I found out about mine from a friend,” said Owen. “It was incredible!”

The young director attends Uckfield Community Technology College and hopes to go on to do either History and Politics at university or to become a professional chef.

“I’m not sure which way to go at the moment,” he said. “I love acting and I’ve really enjoyed directing but it’s not something I really want to do as a career.”

Fantastic Mr Fox is being performed at Wowo campsite at Sheffield Park on Saturday, August 24 and Sunday, August 25 at 3pm. Bring a picnic and enjoy the free, family show. To book spaces call Alex Harrison on: 01825 722468.