Katie Cawthorne trained in Directing at the National Institute of Dramatic Arts, specialising in devised ensemble performance. As a director, Katie worked nationally and internationally for 24 years, touring works with multiple companies. She has also worked as a theatre maker, teaching artist and is co-founder of The Anchor Theatre Company.
At NICA, Katie has directed Sempiternal (2022), Within These Walls (2023) and Fall With Me (2024), and is an advocate for developing solid dramaturgy in performance. As the Performance Co-ordinator, she focuses on the aspect of play within her classes, informed by methodologies drawn from Viewpoints and Augusto Boal. Katie works in a space that encourages experimentation, discovery and connections. This instills a sense of trust and authenticity in the performer, building the foundations to take on the challenge of telling stories that focus on technique and performativity.