The JMK Award, founded in memory of James Menzies-Kitchin, is open to emerging directors under the age of 35. This is the first year of our partnership with the Orange Tree Theatre, enabling the winner to direct a fully funded and resourced production as part of their core programming. To give an insight into the […]
JMK Award Playlist
The JMK Award 2019 play list has now been sent to those who have requested it and those on the JMK Award mailing list. If you have requested a copy, please check all your mail folders (including spam!). If you wish to request a copy of the list, or are having any difficulties receiving it, […]
JMK Assistant Director Blog – Lucy Bird
“Have confidence in yourself and your ideas, and if directing is something you want to do, stick to it. It took me three tries before I got the JMK bursary but when I finally got there it was the most incredible experience, and even during my unsuccessful applications I got to meet and talk to […]
JMK Tobacco Factory – ‘Adapting Non Theatrical Texts’ Workshop on 7th Jan
JMK Tobacco Factory Theatres present a workshop on Adapting Non Theatrical Texts for The Stage, led by JMK Director Practitioner Nik Partridge. Monday 7th January, 1 – 3pm This two hour workshop will focus on the process of adaptation and look at how new productions of non-theatrical texts can be adapted and developed for the stage. […]
JMK & The Envelope Room – Directors & Designers Residency (Scotland/North East)
JMK, Traverse & The Envelope Room present Directors & Designers Residency Tues 29 & Wed 30 January 2019 We’re pleased to be working with The Envelope Room and our partner venue, the Traverse Theatre, to offer this free two day residency. This residency is a two day series of events and workshops aimed at emerging […]
A new home for the JMK Award
We are delighted that from 2019 the JMK Award will enter a new partnership with the Orange Tree Theatre, with the winner’s production forming a core part of the theatre’s annual programming. At this new home, the JMK Award will offer one director the opportunity to direct a full-scale Orange Tree show with the production […]
JMK Birmingham Rep – Save the Date for our January Residency
Working with Creatives Saturday 19 & Sunday 20 January (11am-4pm both days) Two days exploring the relationships and collaborative possibilities of working with a creative team. This residency is a unique chance to discuss practices, working with the following experienced industry professionals: Prema Mehta – Lighting Designer (Credits include productions for The Young Vic, Fame UK […]
JMK Northern Stage – The Tax Return Party
JMK and Northern Stage creative team present: The Tax Return Party 14th January, 10am – 4pm Hello 2019, and hello tax return. Yes, it’s that time of year again, the dreaded tax return is looming, but this year JMK and Northern Stage Creative Team are joining forces to get rid of those January blues by hosting a tax return event. There […]
Big Give – Thank You for the Support!
It’s the end of our Big Give Christmas Challenge campaign, and we’d like to say a massive thank you to all those who donated and helped us spread the word. We’re thrilled to have raised £3,229 for our Regional Programme from this campaign. If you weren’t able to donate during the Christmas Challenge week but […]
Directing Musical Theatre – JMK Birmingham Rep
Midlands directors! Are you curious about directing for musical theatre? Sign up for our free workshop at Birmingham Rep on Thursday 13 December, 7-9pm! This workshop is a great chance to explore and ask questions about directing musical theatre. It will include a discussion, a Q&A, and working practically together to direct a song with: […]
