Sarah Jones - Research and Development Session

Internationally acclaimed performer, writer and Tony-Award Winner Sarah Jones is inviting students to take part in a focused research and development session for her new show, America, Who Hurt You?. This is a rare chance to step inside the creative process as Sarah scratches early ideas, tests new material, and invites thoughtful responses from students.

When: Thursday 16 October 2025, 4:00–5:00pm 

Where: Schwarzman Centre 

Who: Open to students from any discipline, no performance experience required. Curiosity and a willingness to engage are essential.

What You’ll Do

• Take part in a guided conversation with Sarah about the themes and questions shaping the piece.

• Offer reflections and feedback that will directly inform the next draft.

• See first-hand how a new theatre work develops between page and stage.

 You can find out more about America, Who Hurt You? here and more about Sarah’s work in general here.

How to take part

Please email Noah Wild, the University Drama Officer, at drama.officer@admin.ox.ac.uk with a brief paragraph (3–5 sentences) about your interest and any access requirements by 9am on the 10th October.  Places are limited.