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Tristan Fynn-Aiduenu Wins the 2019 JMK Award

May 10, 2019

The Trustees of the JMK Trust today announce that Tristan Fynn-Aiduenu wins the 2019 JMK Award, this year in a new partnership with the Orange Tree Theatre, with his production of Arinzé Kene’s Little Baby Jesus forming a core part of the … Read More

Ken’s Network – Offstage career development in the performing arts

July 15, 2019

Ken’s Network was set up in 2018 by a group of friends and colleagues to honour the memory of Ken Bennett-Hunter. Ken’s Network wants to look for ways of supporting mid-career development for those working in off stage roles in the … Read More

Residency Opportunity at ArtHouse Jersey

July 4, 2019

ArtHouse Jersey are currently accepting last-minute residency applications from creatives (of any discipline) who are looking to develop their practice, meet local artists or to make new work. Residency is available for dates between 9-20th … Read More

‘Live Like a Local’ at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2019

July 3, 2019

Our friends at COMMON are supporting The Edinburgh Festival Fringe Society to find creatives, presenting work at the Edinburgh Fringe 2019, who are interested in taking part in the pilot of their innovative 'Like Like a Local' … Read More

JMK Birmingham Workshop – Directing & Devising

June 11, 2019

Thursday 13th June, 7-9pm Birmingham REP What is the devising process? How can you apply it your own practice? Former REP Foundry Artist, Will Jackson, will be running some clowning and devising exercises based on his practice and … Read More

JMK Bristol Workshop – Starting Your Career as a Director

June 11, 2019

Tuesday 9th July 6.30-9.30pm Coopers' Loft at Bristol Old Vic Starting your career as a theatre director? Join JMK Director Practitioner, theatre and opera director Adele Thomas for a free and informative workshop for those at the … Read More

Meet the JMK Award 2019 Finalists

June 7, 2019

We're thrilled to share details on the finalists of the JMK Award 2019: Oscar Toeman Runner-Up, in partnership with designer Rebecca Brower, in recognition of their effective collaboration. The Sugar Syndrome by Lucy … Read More