Artistic Director
Philip J Morris
Founder and Artistic Director of Trybe House Theatre. Director whose credits include the RSC, Young Vic, Royal Court, Bush Theatre, Southbank Centre and the National Theatre.
About us
A space built by and for young Black men
Theatre. Wellbeing. Brotherhood. Since 2020, Trybe House Theatre has used creative practice to support the confidence, identity, and creative growth of young Black men across London.
Our story
Built on a clear belief
Trybe House Theatre was founded in 2020 by Philip J Morris, an artist and practitioner driven by a simple conviction: young Black men deserve spaces where they can be themselves without the worry of the outside world, explore who they are, and be seen on their own terms.
What began as a small workshop group has grown into a dynamic arts organisation engaging young Black men across London and beyond. We are currently an Associate Company at Brixton House, and have previously built relationships with the National Theatre, National Youth Theatre, and Royal Court Theatre, while staying grounded in community-led, production-based creative practice.
Today, Trybe House Theatre is a registered Community Interest Company, committed to supporting the artistic, personal, and professional journeys of young Black men through theatre and storytelling.
What we stand for
Our values
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Creativity
We believe in the power of creative expression. Through theatre, storytelling, and artistic practice, people can explore, take risks, and grow in confidence.
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Community
We create spaces where young Black men can belong and be themselves without the worry of the outside world. Our work is rooted in lived experience, peer support, and the strength of collective making.
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Wellbeing
We prioritise mental health, emotional resilience, and overall wellbeing. Our programmes are designed to walk alongside young men through life's challenges, not to fix them.
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Challenge
We encourage ambition and excellence. Our work pushes boundaries and equips young men with the skills, confidence, and connections to achieve the goals they set for themselves.
The people
Meet the team
Creative Producer
Chenube-Ruth Bailey
Creative Producer at Trybe House Theatre. Background in musical theatre, community producing, and casting for film, TV and stage.
Wellbeing Lead
Stefan Livingston
Wellbeing Lead at Trybe House Theatre. Specialist behavioural practitioner with experience across CAMHS, Youth Offending Services and Catch-22.
Richard Adetunji
Trybe House Theatre alumnus and associate artist. Writer of Ego's Killing the Mandem.
Jerome Scott
Associate artist developing new work with Trybe House Theatre.
Working with us
Why partner with Trybe House Theatre
Partnering with us means joining a mission-driven organisation with proven impact, authentic community roots, and a track record of creating transformative experiences. We bring expertise in youth engagement, creative facilitation, and wellbeing-informed practice to everything we do.
Our partners gain access to an engaged ensemble of talented young Black men, rigorous artistic standards, and genuine collaboration. We don't just show up. We build long-term relationships, share learning, and co-create work that reflects your values and ours.
Whether you're a major arts institution, school, funder, or independent creative, we're committed to partnership models that work for you. We're transparent about timelines, budgets, and outcomes, and we measure impact together.
see what we've built
The work speaks for itself
Four original productions. Over 500 young men reached. A growing network of partners. One unwavering belief in what young Black men in London can achieve.