See You See Me:
On Saturday 5th April, the lights of the prestigious Liverpool Empire Theatre illuminated not just a stage — but the stories, hopes and dreams of people from across the Liverpool City Region.
See You See Me was more than a show. It was a movement. A two-and-a-half-hour stage spectacular created and directed by acclaimed creative director Miguel Doforo and MD Productions — but most importantly, it was shaped by the voices, hearts, and experiences of the very people who access the See You See Me project every day.
This wasn’t just a performance. It was a love letter to community, collaboration, and creativity — showcasing the extraordinary things that happen when people from all walks of life come together in a safe, supportive, and empowering space.
A Vision for Change
The See You See Me project has been working across Liverpool City Region throughout 2024 and 2025 — delivering workshops, sessions, creative experiences, and well-being support in communities often underrepresented or underserved.
From Liverpool city centre to Toxteth, Netherley, Knowsley, Huyton, Kirkby, The Wirral, St Helens, and Newton — people of all ages and backgrounds have come together not only to learn performance skills but to learn about themselves and each other.
Groups involved included MD Productions, Firefit, Go Active, The Black-E, New Horizons, The Woodlands Community Centre, Tom Stalker’s Gym, KCC Live, Belle Vale Primary, Saint Aidan’s Primary, All Saints High School Kirkby, Elektric Apple Theatre Group, I am me collective, The Hive and of course the driving force and funder behind the night — Liverpool Heartbeat.
Powered by Generosity & Purpose
The entire event was made possible — and completely free — thanks to the generosity and vision of Robin Baynes OBE and Liverpool Heartbeat. A charity rooted in the values of kindness, opportunity, and helping young people thrive, Liverpool Heartbeat believes that every young person deserves access to creative, life-changing experiences — regardless of background or circumstance.
Robin’s belief in the power of community and young people has been unwavering. His decision to fully fund the production and give away every single ticket reflected a commitment to removing financial barriers to access the arts — ensuring families could attend without worry, in a time where the cost of living crisis has hit hardest for many.
As Miguel himself said on the night:
“This was never just about putting on a show — it was about creating space for people to belong, to be heard, to express and to grow. The arts are a tool for life, for connection, for healing and for change.
A Blank Canvas to a Masterpiece
Audiences were taken on an extraordinary journey — from a blank canvas to a digitally created masterpiece representing every single person involved. Dancers, singers, actors, musicians, inspirational speakers, artists, costume designers, hair and makeup teams, lighting and sound engineers, and visual content creators all came together — creating a vibrant and emotional celebration of humanity.
But this wasn’t just Miguel’s vision — his role was clear: to facilitate, guide, and hold space. It was the people of See You See Me — the young people, the parents, the teachers, the partners — who shaped what audiences witnessed.
More Than a Stage
The arts have a unique ability to break down barriers — creating dialogue, promoting understanding of different cultures, and improving well-being. Projects like See You See Me demonstrate why creativity must remain at the heart of education, community development, and health strategies.
Beyond the stage, See You See Me also provides a vital wrap-around support service called I Care — offering mentoring, coaching, and well-being support to participants. The project doesn’t just develop performers — it nurtures confidence, self-belief, and life skills, while also providing pathways into employment within the creative industries.
As the creative sector continues to grow nationally and internationally, projects like this provide critical skills for future careers — from production and media to content creation, marketing, and leadership.
Looking Ahead
Such was the success of the night, Robin Baynes has already given Miguel and the See You See Me team the green light to bring the project back in 2026 — a powerful endorsement of its impact and value.
The work for 2025/26 begins now — and the invitation is open for more partners, supporters, funders, and collaborators to join the journey.
As Miguel reflected:
“It’s not just about what happens on the stage. It’s about what happens off stage — in people’s hearts, in their communities, and in their futures.”
Thank You
Special thanks must go to David from Champ Media for capturing the night so beautifully through his photography — as always, bringing moments and memories to life.
And heartfelt thanks to every single person backstage — the crew, the tech teams, the volunteers — who made the night possible.
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See You See Me is proof that when we create space for people to be seen, heard, and celebrated — incredible things happen.
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