An intimacy director is an intimacy movement specialist that supports the performers, director and stage management team in creating, staging and managing scenes with intimate action. ​Our work in intimacy direction ensures that moments of closeness or physical connection on stage are crafted with sensitivity, clarity, and artistic integrity. We prioritise consent, collaboration, and performer wellbeing at every stage of the process.​

Our team has worked on major musicals, theatre, opera, Shakespeare, new-writing and dance as well as site-specific performances. 

We've worked as intimacy directors on shows at the: 

Royal Shakespeare Company, West End, National Theatre, National Theatre Studio, ENO, Royal Opera House, Macintosh Productions, Sonia Friedman Productions, Punchdrunk, Rambert Dance, The Shakespeare's Globe, Donmar Warehouse, Young Vic, Royal Court Theatre, Almeida, Bush Theatre, Kiln Theatre, Arcola Theatre, Park Theatre, Birmingham Rep, Chichester Festival, Wokingham Theatre and more. 

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Our fight direction service may include: 

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Intimacy Consultancy & Paperwork

Guidance on casting notices and auditions for roles involving intimacy, as well as support in drafting and reviewing essential documentation such as nudity & simulated sex clauses/riders, and related contractual paperwork.

Intimacy Choreography for Stage 
Carefully designed intimate movement that supports narrative truth while safeguarding performers in diverse performance contexts. Expert use of intimacy staging techniques that utilise modesty garments and barriers where required. 

Intimate Movement & Characterisation
Guidance in shaping physical connection to deepen character relationships and bring authenticity to performance.

Intimacy Dramaturgy
Support in aligning intimate moments with story, theme, and character journey, ensuring they serve the wider vision of the production.

Performance Welfare & Trauma-Informed Practice

Our team are mental health first aiders and trained in trauma informed practices. We offer a mindful approach to rehearsal and performance, recognising the emotional and physical demands of staged intimacy. Our holistic approach prioritises the wellbeing of all involved, fostering a safe, respectful, and creative working environment. ​​

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