reativity of people with learning disabilities and has been developed by us. Our prime aim has been artistic excellence rather than any therapeutic outcomes. However, we are also increasingly aware of the role our methodology can play in helping children and adults with autism and other learning disabilities to not only achieve their full potential as human beings but also to express themselves creatively. Four core interlinked strands of the organisation’s activity are now clearly delineated, each underpinned by the shyster methodology: theshysters.theatrecompany is an ensemble of actors (currently 8) with l