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Sasha Danswan

Director

My name is Sasha (she/her), and I have a passion for directing theatre productions. I am currently twenty years old studying a Bachelor of Theatre, Drama & Performance at Sussex University. I am originally from Sydney, Australia but have moved to study theatre in the UK to expand my understanding of contemporary theatre-making practices.

Credits

DIRECTOR, 'The Crucible', Attenborough Centre of the Creative Arts, 4 shows, 2020

DIRECTOR, 'Beyond Therapy', University of Sussex, 3 shows, 2019

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR, 'Bonnie & Clyde: The Musical', University of New South Wales, 3 shows, 2018

ASSISTANT PRODUCTION MANAGER, 'Dogfight', University of New South Wales, 3 shows, 2018

STUDENT DIRECTOR, 'The Trolleys', Kincoppal Rose-Bay, 2 nights, 2016

Training

Currently studying a BA (Hons) Drama, Theatre and Performance at the University of Sussex

National Institute of the Dramatic Arts (NIDA) Director’s Studio: Stage & Screen (Intermediate), 2017 (Director's course)

Australian Institute of Performing Arts (AIPA), 2013 - 2015 (various acting courses)

Level 4 Diploma in Performance (speech and drama), 2016 (Trinity College, London Exams)

Location

East Sussex

Experience

1-2 years

What I do

  • Devising
  • Dramaturgy
  • Working with young people

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