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The Team
Who We Are
Shannon George
Founder & CEO
Shannon George, professionally known as Shantí, is a Jamaican-British producer, theatre director, creative director and entrepreneur. She is the CEO and founder of Brownstone Studios, a production company dedicated to amplifying Black artists through film, theatre, and cultural events. Her vision for Brownstone Studios is to build a global platform that connects communities, celebrates culture, and redefines Black British and Caribbean representation across film, theatre, and media.
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Taja Morgan
Talent Co-Ordinator & Dramaturg
Taja Morgan is a theatre practitioner with a BA degree in Theatre Arts. She trained at Identity School of Acting and MN Academy, and is the founder of Empower Arts. This London-based drama company helps individuals develop confidence, creativity, and self-expression through the medium of performance.
With a background in directing and facilitating drama programs for children and young people, she brings a uniquely developmental perspective to her work with adult actors. As Talent Coordinator and Dramaturg at Brownstone Studios, she supports the creative process from casting through to performance, helping artists refine their craft, explore character depth, and deliver compelling, truthful work on stage. Her approach blends professionalism with warmth, creating a rehearsal environment where actors feel both challenged and empowered.
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Gabrielle Amponsah-Asare
Cultural Producer & Writer
Gabrielle Amponsah-Asare is a cultural producer and writer with a degree in Theatre Arts. Her work delves into the intersections of belief, identity, and the human condition, exploring how people find hope and transformation through lived experience. She has developed her storytelling practice through live performances, building a voice that is both reflective and resonant. At Brownstone Studios, Gabrielle brings a thoughtful approach to storytelling that centres authenticity, cultural depth, and emotional truth.
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Destiny Samuels
Creative Director & Videographer
Destiny Samuels is a Creative Director, Photographer, and Videographer. At Brownstone Studios, she leads visual strategy, concept development, content creation, visual campaigns, and brand shoots with excellence and cinematic depth.
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