FUTURES Creative

WHY TOP INDEPENDENTS SEE ARTS AND HUMANITIES AS THE PATHWAY TO SUCCESS

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Jerry Craft

Children's author and illustrator

New York Times-bestselling author and illustrator Jerry Cra was born in Harlem and grew up in Washington Heights. His graphic novels have been translated into 13 languages and won multiple awards. In this issue, he talks about his new book, his love of comics and the importance of great expectations. Photo: Hollis King

Allie Esiri

Curator of poetry events and anthologies

Allie Esiri read Modern and Medieval Languages at Cambridge and has hosted live poetry events at The National Theatre and major literary events. Her award-winning anthologies include A Poem for Every Day of the Year. In this issue, she talks about her latest exploration of nursery rhymes – and why these classics should be treasured. Photo: Joseph Sinclair

James Gilbert-Farrell

Deputy Head, Abingdon House School

Prior to joining Abingdon House, James GilbertFarrell was a freelance theatre director working nationally and internationally. He was also an Associate Learning Practitioner and Associate Director at the Royal Shakespeare Company. In this issue, he talks about the importance of creative opportunities in a SEND setting.