A Present For Jack

Written By Tristan Jackson-Pate

I’m thrilled to be returning to the beautiful Woodshed Theatre at The Story Museum this Christmas with A Present For Jack, a festive musical storytelling piece written and composed by the wonderful David Gibb.

This marks my third collaboration with David, and this time we’re joined by two fantastic classical musicians, Sean Law and Olly Matthews, which makes this one feel truly special.

The show follows young Jack on a very special mission: to find the perfect song to give his dad for Christmas. Along the way, he shares the legendary stories that made his father famous; from climbing beanstalks and outwitting giants to chasing fortune and finding love.

Creative Team

Written & Composed by: David Gibb
Directed by: Tristan Jackson-Pate
Featuring: Sean Law & Olly Matthews
Design by: Liz Cooke
Lighting Design: Nomi Everall
Sound Design: James Ball

It’s full of festive sparkle, magical storytelling, traditional tales and joyful original songs. We run at the Woodshed Theatre from 20-30 December 2025

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Tristan Jackson-Pate

My name is Tristan Jackson-Pate and I am a theatre maker.

I’m originally from Stroud and first found a place of belonging in a youth theatre, which changed my life. I went on to train as an actor at the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire, and now I find the most joy in creating professional theatre with and for young people.

Since 2015, I’ve been Artistic Director of the award-winning People’s Theatre Collective in Oxfordshire. I’ve also worked in a freelance capacity with wonderful organisations like Creation Theatre, Oxford Playhouse and The Belgrade Theatre, Coventry.

During ten years as a writer, director and facilitator, I’ve written nine plays, a short film, and facilitated inclusive community arts projects in creative writing, devised theatre, and music composition with diverse participants. My freelance writing includes children’s stories, song commissions, educational videos, and sightseeing tours.

I’m an Associate Artist at Royal & Derngate, Northampton, a past Associate at the Old Rep Theatre, Birmingham and a Mentor Director for the National Theatre Connections programme.

As a trustee for Sophie's Silver Lining Fund, I’m committed to creating inclusive, youth led spaces that empower young people to discover their potential no matter their background. A drive to reduce inequality and champion fairer opportunities underpins all my work.

https://tristanjackson-pate.co.uk
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