James is a London-based director, theatre practitioner and film maker, who has dedicated his career to using storytelling as a catalyst for social change and amplifying marginalised voices. His collaborations have enabled him to regularly create impactful theatre that fosters dialogue.
James was a resident artist at the Tobacco Factory in Bristol collaborating with Joseff Harris and artists from Bristol based company FEN to create a dual-screen film installation charting modern relationships through movement and sound.
As a practitioner, James has worked with young people from various background across London, Bristol and the South West. Recently James worked with the Lyric Hammersmith on a number of projects targeting young people. Prior this James spent 7 years as Associate Director on Bristol Old Vic and Bristol Old Vic Young Company productions and as a practitioner for the Engagement Department, working with local schools and communities.
James has made work with Bristol Old Vic, Tobacco Factory Theatres, Young Vic, National Theatre, Headlong, Lyric Hammersmith, Roundhouse, Company 3, Boundless Theatre, The Princes Trust, The Roundhouse, Actors Touring Company, Wardrobe Ensemble, Peer Power, Action On Disabilty, Wardrobe Theatre, Fen, Tremolo Theatre, Sharp Teeth and Insane Root.