May Fly Theatre
May Fly Theatre brings people together to share moments of creativity, connection and play.
May Fly Theatre was created by Sarah Ord, a performer, theatre maker, writer and creative producer based in Aberdeen. Two years ago, during maternity leave, she founded May Fly Theatre - a company rooted in connection, collaboration, and play. She wanted to create space to stay creatively active while building a community of artists and audiences in the North East of Scotland.
Her work has a strong focus on high-quality theatre that pushes boundaries, both thematically and artistically. She believes in creating bold, imaginative work that speaks to audiences with honesty, complexity, and joy.
They are are passionate about connecting with communities, and engaging and empowering people through the arts. They believe that play and creativity is for everyone - it strengthens connections, encourages curiosity and opens our minds to new possibilities.
Collaboration is at the heart of May Fly Theatre - they are excited by the possibilities that emerge when different perspectives, art forms, and lived experiences come together.
Founded in 2023
Productions at Aberdeen Arts Centre
2023 May Fly/ May Not Research and Development Performance
2025 Rough Cut Scratch Night in aid of the Save Aberdeen Arts Centre Campaign
2025 May Fly/ May Not
Notable Alumni
Laura Booth (She/Her) Laura is a dance artist from Aberdeen. She works in communities as a performer, bringing movement into people lives. Laura dances with refugees, with those affected by cancer, people with additional support needs and any one else who would like to dance! Laura dances to play, connect and share joy! Laura is an experienced performer, facilitator, collaborator, choreographer and associate artist with May Fly Theatre.
Ursual Cheng (She/ Her) Visual Artist and Illustrator. Her large scale mural work has been commissioned by the V&A, Shetland Arts, Aberdeen Performing Arts, Edinburgh University and Urban Outfitters to name a few. May Fly Theatre have worked with Ursula to help re-imagine the design of their show May Fly/ May Not.
Sarah Ord is a performer, theatre maker, writer, and creative producer. After returning to Aberdeen to pursue a creative career, her first role was at Aberdeen Arts Centre. There, she worked as a drama workshop facilitator for several years, a position that allowed her to develop and refine her craft. Since then, Sarah has become a familiar face on the Arts Centre Stage, performing in pantomimes for over six years.
Fun Facts!
May Fly Theatre first began at Aberdeen Arts Centre after receiving an artist bursary award in 2023. Sarah was given the time and space at Aberdeen Arts Centre to research and develop her first show May Fly/ May Not. Without the funding and encouragement from Aberdeen Arts Centre, May Fly Theatre might have never have become a thing!