I'm Niki Hatzidis, a playwright and theatre artist based in Harlow, dedicated to telling truthful, character-driven stories that explore the resilience and complexity of women. I hold an MA in Dramaturgy and Playwriting from Goldsmiths and have a background in acting and devising. I thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy developing new work through experimentation, research, and creative engagement. I also facilitate drama and storytelling with young people in educational and community settings, bringing energy and a collaborative approach to workshops and devising processes.

Niki Hatzidis

I'm Niki Hatzidis, a playwright and theatre artist based in Harlow, dedicated to telling truthful, character-driven stories that explore the resilience and complexity of women. I hold an MA in Dramaturgy and Playwriting from Goldsmiths and have a background in acting and devising. I thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy developing new work through experimentation, research, and creative engagement. I also facilitate drama and storytelling with young people in educational and community settings, bringing energy and a collaborative approach to workshops and devising processes.

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I’m Niki Hatzidis, a playwright and theatre artist based in Harlow, dedicated to telling truthful, character-driven stories that explore the resilience and complexity of women. I hold an MA in Dramaturgy and Playwriting from Goldsmiths and have a background in acting and devising. I thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy developing new work through experimentation, research, and creative engagement.

I also facilitate drama and storytelling with young people in educational and community settings, bringing energy and a collaborative approach to workshops and devising processes.

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Experience Level

Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent
Greek, Modern
Advanced

Work Experience

Playwriting Instructor at DimlyWit Productions
January 1, 2020 - Present
Taught fundamentals of playwriting through a four-week adult workshop series.
Guest Teaching Artist at Rosetta LeNoire Musical Theatre Academy
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
Led devising and physical theatre workshops for ages 15–19.
After-School Drama Facilitator at P’zazz / The Leadership Program
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2019
Delivered creative after-school clubs in drama and art for ages 4–12.

Education

MA Dramaturgy & Playwriting at Goldsmiths, University of London
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2022
MA Acting at Guildford School of Acting, University of Surrey
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2012
BA Music & Drama at Kingston University London
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2011

Qualifications

Woven Voices Prize Longlist – Girls Go Away
January 1, 2025 - December 20, 2025
Theatre 503 International Playwriting Award Longlist – Cohesion
January 1, 2025 - December 20, 2025
New York Innovative Theatre Award – Outstanding Original Full-Length Script (Steel Birds)
January 1, 2016 - December 20, 2025
Pilots Finalist – First Generation American Playwright Competition
January 1, 2019 - December 20, 2025
Screencraft Quarterfinalist – Commonwealth
January 1, 2020 - December 20, 2025

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment