Michael Longhurst, Artistic Director, and Henny Finch, Executive Director of the Donmar Warehouse, today announce two Resident Assistant Directors (RADs): Dadiow Lin, who takes up the role from 20 December, and Josh Parr who joins the company this week. The RADs undertake a year-long paid opportunity assisting on Donmar productions to develop their craft and understanding of running a theatre.
Dadiow Lin said today, “SWEAT, directed by Lynette Linton at Donmar Warehouse, was one of the productions that pushed me to clarify what I am drawn to in theatre making. And I have been wanting to work at the Donmar ever since. I feel grateful that I’ve been offered this opportunity to not only further my skills as a director but also to learn more about an institution and its relationship with artists, audience and its community. I genuinely cannot wait to start.”
Josh Parr, commented, “I’m delighted to be offered the role of Resident Assistant Director and to work with everyone at the Donmar over the next 12 months. I’m grateful for the opportunity and looking forward to getting started and being as helpful as I can be in creating some world class theatre.”
Henny Finch, Executive Director of the Donmar Warehouse, added, “We’re thrilled to have Josh Parr and Dadiow Lin joining us as our next Resident Assistant Directors. For over fifteen years, the Donmar’s RAD scheme has been one of the most successful training programmes for young directors in the industry, launching the careers of many individuals who have gone on to make work for the UK’s major stages, including Josie Rourke, Rupert Goold, Sacha Wares and Lynette Linton. We’re looking forward to working with and supporting Josh and Dadiow over the next twelve months as they expand their craft and understanding of how a theatre is run and to develop their skills as artistic leaders of the future.”
