Esther Dougherty

Playwright Director

My name is Esther Dougherty and I use they/them pronouns. I am a playwright and director who creates surreal and magical shows that explode the mundane into the fantastical. I enjoy works with vibrant costumes, comedy, stage magic and beautiful storytelling.

Credits

Writer, Director, Producer, Costumer, "Pawpaw Dog & Other Dog", Bib 'n' Brace Collective (Brisbane, AUS), 2 weeks, 2021
Devisor, Performer, "La Silhouette", Brisbane Powerhouse, 2 weeks, 2019
Devisor, Performer, "La Silhouette", Battersea Arts Centre, 1 week, 2019
Writer, Director, Producer, "The Moon Men", Greaser (Brisbane AUS), 2 weeks, 2015

Training

Bachelor of Fine Arts (Drama), QUT 2016

Location

London

Experience

5-10 years

What I do

  • Costume Design
  • Devising
  • Directing
  • Dramaturgy
  • Facilitating
  • Music - Plays Instruments
  • Performing
  • Producing
  • Site Responsive/Immersive
  • Teaching / Coaching
  • Theatre making
  • Working within a Community / with community participants
  • Workshopping & Development
  • Writing

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