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Anwen Jones is a Lecturer in Drama and Theater Studies at Aberystwyth University, with a BA from the University of Bristol in Comparative French and English Literature, a PGCE, and an MPhil from Aberystwyth focusing on Paul Claudel’s work. They have taught at Trinity College, Carmarthen and Aberystwyth University for 13+ years. Their research focuses on National Theater in Wales within a European context, French drama (especially Paul Claudel), and Welsh-language theater. Key works include studies on Welsh playwrights, post-devolution theater policies, and collaborative international performances.
Education:
- BA Honors, Comparative French and English Literature, University of Bristol
- PGCE (qualification)
- MPhil, Aberystwyth University (Paul Claudel studies)
Research Interests:
- Comparative European theater with emphasis on Wales
- French playwright Paul Claudel’s spiritual themes
- Welsh-language theater’s role in national identity
- Devolution’s impact on cultural policy
- Performance practices in non-traditional spaces
Awards:
- Recipient of Adnodd Cyfrwng Cymraeg, Gwobrau’r Darlithwyr Cysylltiol (2020)
Supervision & Grants: Currently overseeing four PhD projects on topics like theater archives, technology in youth theater, and new writing methodologies. Active in grant-funded projects linking academia with theater companies like Theatr Genedlaethol Cymru and Arad Goch.
Labs/Teams: Collaborates with National Theater Wales and international groups like Junoon Theatre Mumbai on cross-cultural performance projects. Involved in initiatives like the Performance Nationhood project exploring global theater networks.
