Testimonials
“Lucy brought a level of authenticity, emotional intelligence and professional discipline that elevated the training experience significantly… We would not hesitate to engage their services again and would wholeheartedly recommend them to colleagues across the trust and wider NHS.”
— Dr Louise Swan — Consultant in Intensive Care Medicine and Anaesthetics, Royal Victoria Infirmary, Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS FT
“The professionalism and skill of the actors was beyond what I could have hoped for. They brought so much more out of the scenario than was written on paper. Very talented actors, huge respect and thanks to them both. I can absolutely see this becoming an integrated part of simulation. We will definitely be delivering again in the future.”
— Kaye Walsh — Lead Nurse, Congenital Heart Disease Network, NUTH
“The involvement of The Actors Forge has significantly enhanced the realism and quality of these sessions. Feedback from students who have taken part in these sessions has been consistently positive, reflecting the impact and value of this partnership.”
— Phil Hay — Senior Opportunities Coordinator (Volunteering Projects), Newcastle University Students' Union.
“Just a note from us that Nick did phenomenally well yesterday and was instrumental in assisting us with the relevant degree of immersion and challenge for the students.”
— John Lewandowski - Senior Nurse Teaching Fellow and Clinical Simulation Centre Manager, Bishop Auckland Hospital, County Durham and Darlington NHS FT
“It was really rewarding to be part of the students’ learning experience — especially seeing those who felt unsure realise, through feedback, that they’d actually done really well. It was a great experience all around, and I’d definitely love to be involved again in future.”
— Ryan Watson - SimWorks Actor
“There is a growing appetite within the simulation community to move beyond traditional role play, and The Actors Forge is well positioned to support that shift.”
— Jan Charlton — Senior Workforce Development Officer, Simulation and Patient Care, NUTH.