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Luke Dankoff
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Theatre Producer & programmer | born to be a reality TV Star, forced to work 🏳️‍🌈 (All views are my own)
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pilottheatre.bsky.social
Only 1 day until Mary and the Hyenas opens at Wilton's Music Hall!

Don't miss out, book now!

📆18 - 29 March
🎟️ wiltons.org.uk/whats-on/mar... or by phone at 020 7702 2789
March 17, 2025 at 7:06 PM
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middlechildhull.bsky.social
Meet the company of Biting Point, our next big show, written by Sid Sagar and premiering on top of a car park in Hull, 10-18 May 🚗 bit.ly/3Dl592z
Sid Sagar, a British-Indian man in his 30s with short black hair and stubble on his face, wearing a dark blue shirt open at the collar. Marc Graham, a white man in his 30s with short dark hair and green eyes, wearing a blue waffle knit jumper, in front of a green background. Katie Singh, a British-South Asian woman in her 30s with long, brown wavy hair down past her shoulders. Director - Paul Smith Assistant Director - Grace Waga Glevey Composer - Kobby Taylor Dramaturg - Matthew May Designer - Bethany Wells Sound Designer - Tom Smith Lighting Designer - Caitlin Clarke Movement Director - Danielle Clements Sensitivity Reader - Jay Mitra Company Stage Manager - Shona Wright Deputy Stage Manager - Olivia Dudley Technical Stage Manager - Caitlin Clarke Sound Engineer - Jack Pellatt Artist Wellbeing Support - Artist Wellbeing Company Audience Experience Director - Rachael Abbey Artistic Contributors - Jay Mitra; Grace Waga Glevey Local Ambassador (Selby) - Louise Record
March 12, 2025 at 1:42 PM
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Look at these beauties! Proud to have produced this with some amazing people.

Mary And The Hyenas ❤️
February 13, 2025 at 8:38 PM
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I’m honestly preparing for the fight of my life next week to get these tickets
February 5, 2025 at 7:07 PM
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Tech day 3!!!!
February 5, 2025 at 9:57 AM
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Had an lovely day at @derbytheatre.bsky.social watching our co-production of, Of Mice & Men in rehearsals - big up @sarahbrigham.bsky.social for letting us come in and watch the magic ❤️
January 22, 2025 at 8:50 PM
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For any boss Stage Managers out there who want to work with an amazing team
January 15, 2025 at 9:30 PM
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derbytheatre.bsky.social
WEEK ONE — DONE! ✅
What an incredible start! Last week, we had the privilege of welcoming the Cast & Creatives of our upcoming co-production, #OfMiceandMen, to the theatre. 👋 ✨

Full list of Cast & Creatives and 'how to book' here: bit.ly/3CilHHH — Showing at #DerbyTheatre Thu 6 Feb - Sat 1 Mar 📆
A group photo of around 20 people sitting on a staircase in a brightly lit indoor space. The group appears cheerful, with a mix of casual and winter attire, and blue fabric decorations hanging from the ceiling. A presenter stands in front of an audience in a brightly lit room, pointing to a screen displaying scenic images. The audience is seated, with some people taking notes, while posters and signage, including "Seats 19-44," are visible in the background. A discussion setup with people seated in a semi-circle in a room decorated with blue fabric draped across the ceiling. A man in a brown sweater speaks while others listen, with informational posters visible on the wall. A group of people stands in a large backstage area, looking at a set with tall curtains and stage props, including large painted flats resembling a building façade. The space is industrial with exposed beams and bright lighting.
January 13, 2025 at 5:56 PM
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A little bit late to the 2024 roundup party but here are some of the gorgeous shows I have produced/co-produced this year. It’s been a privilege to work with such wonderful people ❤️
January 9, 2025 at 8:19 PM
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Back to work today. Come on 2025, come and have a go if you think you’re hard enough 🫰🏻
January 2, 2025 at 12:57 PM
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Another wonderful review for The Borrowers at Hull Truck, constantly proud to be part of this production ❤️
The Borrowers review – Mary Norton’s classic brought to vivid little-and-large life
The audience sees above and below the floorboards – with a little help from puppets – as Mark Babych’s production cleverly plays with scale
www.theguardian.com
December 15, 2024 at 8:44 PM
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Another absolute belter with @derbytheatre.bsky.social can’t wait to see how this takes shape!
derbytheatre.bsky.social Derby Theatre @derbytheatre.bsky.social · Dec 13
This spring, #DerbyTheatre presents Steinbeck’s timeless classic #OfMiceandMen with #OctagonTheatre, #HullTruck, and #tbtLake. Running 6 Feb - 1 Mar, 2025, it’s a moving tale of friendship and dreams.

Cast: William Young, Luke Richards, Liam King & many more.
Read the full article 👉 bit.ly/3VButXZ
A grid of headshots of the cast for Derby Theatre's production of Of Mice and Men, arranged in three rows with names in red text beneath each image. Top row (L-R): William Young, a man with red hair, a beard, and a serious look; Liam King, a man with curly brown hair and a neutral expression; Luke Richard, bald with a beard and a serious expression; Jeff Alexander, short-cropped hair, a goatee, and a focused look. Middle row (L-R): Emma Charlton, blonde hair tied back, head resting on hand, smiling softly; Tom Fletcher, short brown hair, neutral expression; Rob Maloney, dark short hair, serious look; Afton Moran, short dark hair, neutral expression. Bottom row (L-R): Laurence Pears, light brown hair, slight smile; Stefan Race, curly hair, neutral look; Ben Wilson, shaved head, beard, warm smile.
December 13, 2024 at 9:08 PM
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‘With a sprinkling of Christmas songs, this makes a festive family show with real heart.’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ from @thestage.bsky.social and even a cheeky little credit at the end - very proud producer moment
The Borrowers review at Hull Truck Theatre
Mary Norton’s timeless children’s story has inspired generations of young readers to peer into gaps between floorboards and press an ear to walls in the…
edition.thestage.co.uk
December 10, 2024 at 11:54 AM
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First day of tech…Again! It’s all systems go here
December 9, 2024 at 11:55 AM
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First reviews are in for The Borrowers at Hull Truck! It has been a genuine pleasure to produce this. The kindness and community created when it has been long hours and interesting challenges has been a joy ❤️
December 5, 2024 at 9:49 AM
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Tech Day 3!
November 27, 2024 at 5:43 PM
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Are you a working class freelancer in the arts? @RTYDS has created some financial resources to help artists from low socio-economic backgrounds navigate self-employment & benefits.
Check out their advice leaflet & the @turn2us_org Benefits Calculator
Financial Resources - Regional Theatre Young Director Scheme - RTYDS
Navigating Your Finances Freelancing in our industry can be precarious and unpredictable, with a baseline economic model known for its inequality, inaccessibility and squeezed resources. For an…
buff.ly
November 22, 2024 at 11:47 AM
lukedank.bsky.social
This feels a little reductive. Theatre’s, theatre companies, museums etc. do a lot to support various group and communities, this seems like it only serves to make those spaces be perceived as even more elitist and exclusionary and as though these spaces are not for everyone.
November 22, 2024 at 11:32 AM
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middlechildhull.bsky.social
What you up to this coming weekend, Hullians? Applying for our next Writers' Group, perchance? 😀 Applications close on Tuesday 26 November: bit.ly/2yqQOzF
Middle Child ​Writers' Group - Middle Child
Middle Child Writers' Group. An introduction to playwriting, led by Hull playwright, Tom Wells. Workshops and support to write your first play.
bit.ly
November 21, 2024 at 11:42 AM
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This is an incredible package of support for artists/companies ❤️
November 21, 2024 at 2:31 PM
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If you have a small Hull-based human!
middlechildhull.bsky.social Middle Child @middlechildhull.bsky.social · Nov 20
Treasure Island is fast approaching, but there is one role we are yet to cast - our audience announcer! 🎙️ If you have a primary school age child in your life who would love to record our pre-show messages, see our website for more info on how to enter: bit.ly/490ONr3
A white woman in a bright red jacket and white, star-emblazoned astronaut hood, travelling across stage while screaming with her mouth wide open. Text says: "Competition: Be the Voice of Panto!"
November 20, 2024 at 5:31 PM
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I was able to watch a run of The Borrowers today - what Christmas magic! You’re in for a treat 🎄
November 20, 2024 at 5:05 PM
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thestage.co.uk
Tell us about your show reports!

From actor mishaps to technical tweaks, we want to hear about your wildest show reports from 2024 to include in a feature by The Stage.

Please reach out to georgia.luckhurst@thestage.co.uk by December 1st.

#TheatreSky #StageManagers #Theatre
November 19, 2024 at 4:36 PM
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Theatre Friends - the Theatre’s Trust have really done God’s work by compiling this list!
November 19, 2024 at 10:50 PM
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Overplayed song of the day
November 19, 2024 at 7:00 PM