I will direct ‘Pete Stays Home’, a new play adapted by Renata Allen from the 2020 book by Karra McFarlane and Kim Hankinson, produced by Cherwell Theatre Company.
The play will tour school playgrounds, early years centres and outdoor settings this spring, with set and costume design by Rachael Twyford.
Tristan Jackson-Pate
My name is Tristan Jackson-Pate and I am a theatre maker.
I make theatre that’s hopeful and curious about the world, rooted in the belief that stories can change the way we see it.
From 2015 - 2026 I was Artistic Director of the award-winning People’s Theatre Collective, where much of my work focused on creating professional theatre with and for young people. I’ve also worked with wonderful organisations including Oxford Playhouse, Creation Theatre and Nottingham Playhouse. My productions have been seen on over 100 stages across the UK.
I’m an Associate Artist with Royal & Derngate, Human Story Theatre and a Mentor Director for National Theatre Connections. In 2026 I was the proud recipient of the Peggy Ramsay Foundation grant for Playwriting and a Developing Your Creative Practice grant from Arts Council England, to support my transition into mid-scale theatre directing.
As a facilitator I aim to create inclusive spaces that empower participants to discover their potential regardless of background. A drive to reduce inequality and increase opportunity underpins my work in theatre and with the charities Arts Emergency and Sophie's Silver Lining Fund.
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