The Story of Tracy Beaker star Clive Rowe has been appointed patron of UK touring company Metta Theatre.

The British actor, who portrayed Mr Badger in the company's production of In the Willows, commented 'I’m incredibly honoured to have been asked to become a patron of the Metta Theatre company. Its drive, diversity, and constant pursuit of focused truthful work is a breath of fresh air and at its heart P Burton Morgan strives tirelessly to create new innovative and expressive work. I only hope that my patronage will in some way go to shine an even brighter light on this wonderful company'.