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James Pickthall
@jamesgpickthall.bsky.social
Playwright | Dramaturg | Baker 🍞 🏳️‍🌈 🏳️‍⚧️

https://jgpickthall-theatre.squarespace.com/
Gym.
October 12, 2025 at 4:54 PM
July 14, 2025 at 1:10 PM
Liminal Spaces but it's Tom and Jerry backgrounds.
June 28, 2025 at 11:19 PM
Looking back through some old university essays; a little baffled honestly how I got a First in this one when it includes gems like this:
June 15, 2025 at 9:49 AM
📢LOOK WHO IS AVAILABLE FOR 2025/2026!📢

I'm looking to get some projects booked for the next year, offering my services as a Writer, Dramaturg and various other theatrical roles!

Be sure to check out my website (link in bio) for more information and to get in touch!
May 5, 2025 at 11:57 AM
Hey TheatreSky! Are you a writer with a work-in-progress script in need of feedback? Are you part of a project in need of support in developing a text for performance? (1/3)
January 14, 2025 at 3:32 PM
Chocolate Christmas Yule Log. 🎄
December 24, 2024 at 3:53 PM
First panto usher shift, and it is opening night! To time to share these monstrous designs I made last year to commemorate the start of panto.
December 13, 2024 at 5:00 PM
👀
December 13, 2024 at 12:52 PM
Bagels.
December 11, 2024 at 4:52 PM
One year ago, I saw a picture of Palestinian poet Refaat Alareer holding a box of strawberries. According to Twitter, this image was considered "sensitive material".

I wrote this poem in response; while I avoid talking politics due to anxiety, I couldn't remain silent after that.

Free Palestine. 🇵🇸
December 8, 2024 at 1:10 PM
(1/2) Hey you! Are you a writer with a work-in-progress script in need of some feedback? Do you like free gifts at Christmas?!

I am offering script reading and dramaturgy services at a reduced-for-the-holidays rate (FREE) for a report/consultation!
November 30, 2024 at 11:25 AM
Time for a proper introduction!

I'm James (he/they)

• I’m an award winning playwright and dramaturg
• I'm also a composer/orchestrator for musical theatre and experimental musical under the moniker 'Val Aroo'
• Artistic Director of Bread Bin Theatre Company, a queer-led new-writing company
November 17, 2024 at 12:28 AM
Started writing a new short monologue as part of Trans Awareness Week, hoping to have it completed by the end of Monday (although have just started a Cold, so everything is exhausting, so fingers crossed)!

#trans #theatre
November 16, 2024 at 3:13 PM
Cinnamon Rolls.
November 10, 2024 at 6:14 PM
Also made this stupid video the other week, got no reaction on Twitter, will it get no reaction here?!
November 7, 2024 at 7:28 PM
Every nuclear radiated marine animal's favourite show.
November 7, 2024 at 7:26 PM
THEATRE BLUESKY!

I desperately need to expand my following and connections on here as Twitter turns into a no-go area.

I built up such a great network of contacts and opportunities there, I'm now having to restart.

Please share this if you can, let's follow for follow!

#theatre #creative
November 6, 2024 at 12:27 PM
'Be sure to check in on your friends!'

I made a comic. Enjoy!
October 1, 2024 at 10:02 PM
Hey you! Are you a #student starting/heading back to university this month? I'm offering my #script reading and dramaturgy services at a reduced rate of £10 a report/consultation! Any script at any stage of development is welcome!

Please DM or email! And share!
September 3, 2024 at 12:45 PM
Exam Season Dramaturgy Discount!

Aged between 15 – 19? Written a play and looking for feedback and dramaturgy support? Doing exams this summer on top of everything?!

Submit your script and get feedback for FREE! Submission window will be open from the 1st May – 23rd June!
May 1, 2024 at 6:59 AM
Wanted to finally give MuseScore a try, and have written a short, simple piece! As this is quite an easy piece, happy to share this with any #musicians learning the #flute! Included chords for piano accompaniment.
April 2, 2024 at 5:19 PM
Some bio information about the creatives involved with 'Mozart's Comfort Blanket'!

There is still time to sign up! Do help support my new work if you can.
January 28, 2024 at 4:27 PM
Based on advice I've received, I'm going to be plugging this hard in my socials to reach an audience.

Looking for affordable (FREE) neuro led theatre? Come and join the Zoom listening party for 'Mozart's Comfort Blanket' - a new audio monologue, 29th Jan 7 PM.

Link: forms.gle/vcxhaJWmTmmC...
January 17, 2024 at 10:17 AM
1791. Stuck inside nursing a highly unusual case of writer's block, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart attempts to occupy his mind, but begins to wonder if his pursuit for perfection is more a curse than it is a blessing.
January 14, 2024 at 1:07 PM