Joshua Welch

Joshua Welch is an actor and writer from Sheffield, South Yorkshire. He graduated from the University of York in 2016 and trained as an actor at Drama Centre London and the Boris Shchukin Theatre Institute in Moscow, developing a strong foundation in classical performance and character-led storytelling. In 2023, Joshua wrote and performed his solo show 'Wildcat’s Last Waltz' at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, for which he received an OFF FEST nomination and critical acclaim reflecting his strength in writing character-driven, northern dark comedy. He is currently writing his first full-length book, 'How the Robin Flew'. Alongside his writing work, Joshua is an experienced classical actor, having played roles including 'Pericles', 'Caliban', 'Hamlet' and 'Bottom' in productions that have toured across the UK and Europe. His performance work is underpinned by a deep engagement with language, rhythm and subtext, which strongly informs his writing. Joshua is also an Associate Artist with international theatre company Flute Theatre, creating innovative Shakespeare performances for audiences where access to theatre is limited, including people on the autism spectrum and communities displaced by war. His work with Flute Theatre has taken him across Europe, the USA and India. Awards & Nominations: OFF FEST Nominee (2023) – 'Wildcat’s Last Waltz', Edinburgh Festival Fringe OFF WEST END Nominee (2019) – 'The Importance of Being Earnest', Drayton Arms Theatre