Dame Dame Emma Thompson has been appointed as Graeae Theatre Company's latest patron, supporting it's initiative to 'provide a platform for deaf and disabled artists - equal to that of non-disabled artists - through championing accessibility and inclusivity'.

The Academy Award-winning actress commented 'I have entirely selfish reasons for becoming a Patron of Graeae... Put simply, Graeae rocks. It's a thrilling theatre company, peopled by thrilling folk. It is why I agreed to become a Graeae Patron'.