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Cheek by Jowl is the international theatre company of Declan Donnellan and Nick Ormerod. Founded in 1981, it produces and performs theatre in multiple languages around the world.

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The Actor and the Space by Declan Donnellan (book cover)

New book – The Actor and the Space
We are excited to announce the launch of Declan Donnellan’s new book The Actor and the Space – published on 14 March and available to buy from Nick Hern Books.
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Hamlet – in Craiova, Romania
After the success of Oedipus, Declan and Nick returned to Craiova to premiere a new production of Hamlet. The production premiered in February 2024 and remains in repertoire at the National Theatre.
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behind the scenes view of a theatre

Life is a Dream – on tour
After performing in 25 theatres, 4 international festivals, and 8 countries, and with more tour dates on the horizon, it’s an exciting time to share with you where we’ve travelled.
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“Theatre cannot die before the last dream has been dreamt”

Declan Donnellan, The Actor and the Target


“Whatever Cheek by Jowl does next constitutes a major happening”

The Guardian

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