Rob Bannon

Co-Founder & Head Agent

Rob trained in Music at the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire, he brings over 15 years of experience working across the West End, UK and international productions, giving him an in-depth understanding of the industry.

At the heart of Rob's approach is a genuine commitment to each client. He works personally with every artist on the agency's books. From preparing for auditions and meetings to developing professional materials and making informed career decisions, Rob is invested in every stage of a client's journey. His extensive network of casting directors, producers, directors and creative teams enables him to create opportunities while ensuring every client receives honest, individual representation.

Alongside leading R Management, Rob has enjoyed an accomplished career as a Musical Director, Vocal Coach and Pianist. His credits span the West End, international productions, UK tours and major concert performances. He has also worked extensively on new musical development, Moment By Moment, for which he currently serves as Musical Supervisor and Musical Director.

A respected educator and mentor, Rob has worked with many of the UK's leading performing arts conservatoires, including ArtsEd, Mountview, GSA, Italia Conti and Urdang. Through his work as a vocal coach, repertoire coach and musical director, he has helped develop and prepare countless performers for successful careers within the industry.

Rob's professional experience gives him a unique understanding of what creative teams are looking for and what performers need to build sustainable, fulfilling careers. His ethos is simple: to provide exceptional, personal representation and champion every client's individuality and create opportunities that allow artists to thrive.

At R Management, every client benefits from Rob's experience, insight and unwavering commitment to their success.

Rachel Sargent

Co-Founder & Head Agent

Rachel is an experienced industry professional, performer, creative and talent representative with a career spanning theatre, film, choreography and performing arts education.

Having trained professionally at Laine Theatre Arts, Rachel went on to enjoy a successful career as a performer working across the West End, UK theatre, film and international productions. Her performing credits include the West End productions of Mamma Mia!, where she played Lisa, and Hairspray, where she performed in the ensemble and covered the leading role of Tracy Turnblad.

Rachel’s career has also extended beyond performing. She has worked extensively as a choreographer, movement specialist and creative, including creating work for international cruise productions with MSC Cruises and directing immersive theatrical experiences for LaplandUK.

As choreographer of the award-winning film In Pieces, Rachel played a key creative role in a project that went on to achieve significant success before being developed into a live theatrical production at London's Turbine Theatre. Most recently, Rachel worked as choreographer on Moment by Moment, which is set to screen in New York in October.

Alongside her performing and creative career, Rachel has developed extensive experience supporting emerging talent and graduate students as they transition from training into the professional industry. Through her work as an Industry Lead and specialist in professional progression, she has worked closely with leading agents, casting directors, producers and creatives, helping performers navigate auditions and the realities of building a sustainable career.

As Co-Founder and Head Agent at R Management, Rachel brings a unique perspective to representation, having experienced the industry from both sides of the audition room. She understands what it takes to prepare for opportunities and what can make a performer stand out to casting professionals and creative teams.

Rachel is particularly passionate about supporting less experienced performers and recent graduates as they begin their professional careers. Alongside representation, she offers guidance with audition technique, self-tapes, showreels and professional development, helping clients build the confidence and tools needed to navigate the industry.

Her approach is personal, honest and collaborative, with a focus on building long-term careers and helping every client realise their individual potential.