What Untellable Means to Us

Eli and the Death Curse, Untellable 2023

Our work lives in the space between art forms: between dance and theatre, between what is seen and what is felt. But it’s our artists who give that space meaning. Their courage, curiosity, and care shape every story we tell.

We asked some of our collaborators to share what Untellable has meant to them: how movement, mentorship, and community have influenced their journeys. Their words remind us why we do what we do and how powerful it can be when artists are given the freedom to explore, fail, and grow together.

Owen Carter and Andrea Duff in rehearsal for Eli and the Death Curse, 2023. Owen served as a swing for the production, helping to maintain continuity and protect the piece throughout the rehearsal and performance process. Owen is a Mayflies Digital artist, a writer for Mayflies VR, and is part of Untellable’s Movement Theatre Incubator with their play Puppy Teeth.

Artist Reflections

Owen Carter, Performer, Writer

“What is so distinct about Untellable Movement Theatre is the way they are able to provide support and break down barriers for emerging movement artists and bridge the gap between movement and theatre.

I had never thought of myself as a mover until I began working with Untellable. Their guidance allowed me to discover story through movement, to feel what it means to embody narrative…. Without Untellable’s support as an early-career artist, I wouldn’t be here, backstage at the National Theatre School, preparing for a movement-heavy piece that reflects the training and confidence I gained through them.

All of the tools Untellable gave me as a performer and writer have led me to where I am in my career now, and continue to inspire what comes next.”

Philip Goodridge and Jaimie Tait performing an excerpt from The Station at Cameo Festival of New Dance 2025. The Station is a devised movement theatre work developed through Untellable’s Movement Theatre Incubator. Phil wrote and performed in Eli and the Death Curse 2023, produced by Untellable.

Artist Reflections

Philip Goodridge, Performer, Writer, Producer

“Untellable produces incredibly varied and thoughtful work while reaching across our community to support creators across disciplines, mediums, and skill levels. The reach is broad, but the focus is clear: supporting new ways to tell stories.

Untellable’s focus on creation and storytelling is crucial to our community development and identity. This company is a very precious thing and this kind of work is at the heart of any great community.”

Mark White on location in La Manche during the filming of Mayflies VR. Mark was one of Untellable’s founding board members and has been deeply involved across multiple projects, including Mayflies Digital, Mayflies VR, and the Movement Theatre Incubator.

Artist Reflections

Mark White, Architect & Independent Theatre Artist

“Untellable creates a ‘give-give’ atmosphere: supportive, encouraging, receptive, and challenging. I’ve been allowed to explore my craft through new works by emerging playwrights and have been tasked with experimenting and being vulnerable in safe, kind spaces.

When I think of scripts and ideas I have in development, there’s no other company I’d rather bring on board. Untellable embodies what makes theatre and performance so rich, its ethos of show, don’t tell has become a staple mantra in my own practice.”

Loves Labour’s Lost, SBTS 2025

Jaimie Tait worked as the Assistant Director of this production through the Movement Theatre Incubator and is currently in development as creator and performer of The Station, part of the Movement Theatre Incubator

Artist Reflections

Jaimie Tait, Independent Theatre Artist

“Untellable is the only truly multidisciplinary company in Newfoundland creating and reimagining work through theatre, dance, and movement in unconventional spaces.

Being welcomed back into the creative process after nineteen years away has been a dream come true. Untellable’s mentorship gave me confidence, a renewed sense of artistic purpose, and the chance to lead. The community is open, inclusive… artists of all kinds are encouraged to explore and take risks.

Untellable has made it possible for me to return to performing and directing with joy, curiosity, and a sense of belonging.”