Jayne Thompson

Jayne Thompson is the Head of the School of Arts at the University of Kent and a Senior Lecturer in Drama and Theatre. She specializes in performance practices, site-specific performance, and community engagement in arts education. Her outreach work focuses on schools and youth programs, particularly through drama-based interventions.

• Affiliations: School of Arts, University of Kent
• Roles: Director of Studies - Arts School Outreach, Head of School of Arts

Her research interests include the application of theatre in education, youth development through performance, and the intersection of memory and dance theatre. She leads modules such as DR867 (Performance Practices), DR832 (Performance Practices 2), and DR667 (Site-Specific Performance).

Her publications explore topics like bullying intervention strategies and the artistic methodologies of dance theatre companies. While no awards are explicitly listed, her work emphasizes impactful community engagement and pedagogical innovation.

Thompson’s teaching and outreach programs highlight her commitment to bridging academia and practical arts education. She is affiliated with the Jarman Building at the University of Kent.