Joe Gilmour-Rees

Joe Gilmour-Rees is an experienced theatre practitioner specializing in participation and engagement. Currently serving as a Participation Practitioner at Octagon Theatre Bolton and a Creative Learning & Engagement Practitioner at Royal Exchange Theatre, Joe Gilmour-Rees delivers workshops for diverse groups including young and elder participants, schools, and community organizations. Additional roles include Facilitator at West Yorkshire Playhouse and Theatre Facilitator at Chol Theatre, focusing on youth programs from low-income backgrounds. As a Delivery Associate for Coram Shakespeare Schools Foundation, Joe Gilmour-Rees assists teachers and students in creating abridged Shakespeare performances, enhancing vocal and physical skills. Prior experience includes training facilitators for The Challenge and leading productions through Rotherham Underground. Joe Gilmour-Rees holds a Bachelor's Degree in French from the University of Leeds and a Bachelor’s degree in Theatre from Université Bordeaux Montaigne.