Catherine Rees

Catherine Rees is a Professor in Drama at Loughborough University, where she has served since 2007. She holds a PhD in Theatre Studies from Aberystwyth University, focusing on Martin McDonagh's work. As Director of Postgraduate Taught Studies, she oversees academic programs and research initiatives. Her research explores adaptation studies, contemporary drama, and the intersection of theatre with health interventions such as the CURTAIN study on reminiscence therapy for elderly care residents. She is affiliated with the Theatre Research Group at Loughborough.

Education:

• BA in Drama and English
• MA in English
• PhD in Theatre Studies

Research Interests: Catherine’s work centers on textual adaptation, British and Irish contemporary drama, and the application of theatre in healthcare. She has written extensively on playwrights like Martin McDonagh, Harold Pinter, and Sarah Kane, analyzing themes such as postmodernism, national identity, and moral ambiguity. Her recent research combines performance analysis with gerontology, aiming to improve health outcomes through innovative theatre practices.

Grants & Advising: She leads the CURTAIN feasibility study, examining food-themed reminiscence theatre to address undernutrition in care homes. While no listed PhD students or grants are explicitly stated, her role as Director of Postgraduate Studies suggests active supervision and research leadership roles.

Labs & Teams: Affiliated with the Theatre Research Group, she collaborates on interdisciplinary projects merging art and science for societal impact.