Nick Awde

Nick Awde is a writer, editor, journalist, and dramaturge specializing in theatre, performing arts, and cultural politics of the Middle East and Eastern Europe. He is known for his extensive research and publications on these subjects, offering insight into the historical and contemporary performance traditions of these regions.

Awde's work includes books such as "Melodrama: An Oxford Guide to Tragic Sensibility" and "Chekhov" (part of the Haus Publishing Essential Biographies series). He has also written extensively for publications such as The Stage, The Guardian, and Index on Censorship, often focusing on cultural issues and the impact of political events on the arts.

As a dramaturge, he has worked with various theatre companies and productions, contributing his expertise in script development, historical context, and cultural understanding. He is considered a significant voice in the field of intercultural theatre studies.