Patrick Midgely

Patrick Midgely is a Visiting Professor at Western Washington University's College of Fine and Performing Arts. He specializes in theatre studies, with a focus on dramatic literature and performance analysis. His work includes reviewing interdisciplinary theatre productions, particularly those addressing challenges in mediated performance during the pandemic. His notable publication in Theatre Journal (2021) critiques David Page’s one-man show All the Devils Are Here: How Shakespeare Invented the Villain, examining its script, performance dynamics, and adaptation to online formats.

Research interests emphasize Shakespearean character archetypes, digital theatre innovation, and critical analysis of contemporary performance practices. Midgely’s scholarship bridges traditional theatre studies with modern challenges faced by artists in virtual spaces.