Sam Lowe

Performer, Writer, Magician, and Enrichment Coordinator.

Sam is an award-nominated performer, writer, and magician whose work blends contemporary performance, spoken word, and magic to create emotionally resonant, playful, and surprising experiences. He is also an experienced creative facilitator, with over seven years’ experience delivering drama, devising, creative writing, acting, and magic workshops for young people and adults.

Sam works as an Enrichment Coordinator at The Manchester College, where he facilitates performing arts and creative activities across the FE community. He holds a PGCE teaching qualification from UCEN Manchester and a First-Class BA (Hons) degree in Theatre and Performance from The Arden School of Theatre.

His practice centres on inviting audiences and participants into imaginative and curious spaces, whether that is onstage or off. Sam brings warmth, charisma, and a sense of play to all his work.

Awards & Recognition

Best Newcomer (Nominated) – Greater Manchester Fringe Awards (2024)

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Best Performer (Nominated) – The Arden School of Theatre Awards (2018)

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Creative Arts Student of the Year (Nominated) – The Arden School of Theatre & UCEN Manchester (2018)

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“Lowe is an old-school showbiz gentleman.” – British Theatre Guide, 2024

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Selected Performance & Creative Credits

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“The Imposter” – Performer, Writer, and Magician Greater Manchester Fringe & Oldham Library (2024–Present)

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“Breaking Ground: Scratch Night” – Performer, Writer, and Magician Waterside Arts (2025)

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“The Elephant’s Cabaret Show” – Performer, Writer, and Magician Painting Elephants Theatre Company & The Empty Space Theatre (2025)

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“Magician Reveals Secrets: The Deception Behind Fake News” – Performer, Writer, and Magician The Arden School of Theatre & Oldham Library (2022–2023)

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Additional credits include work as a dramaturge and director on youth and community productions.