Get ready for a deep conversation and inspiring episode of Theatre Thoughts Podcast, hosted by Justin Clarke! In Episode 35, we have the privilege of interviewing the incredible director Margaret Thanos, who has dedicated her life to theatre and film directing.

Margaret shares her passion for her craft, as well as her experience in building and developing the Meraki Arts Bar on Oxford Street. Listeners will be captivated by her insights into the behind-the-scenes work that goes into creating a successful theatre venue, and her dedication to bringing the best possible theatre experiences to audiences.

Join us as we dive into Margaret's inspiring journey, from her humble beginnings to the incredible heights of her career, and discover the lessons she's learned along the way.

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About Margaret

Margaret Thanos is an award-winning Cypriot-Australian director for theatre and film, based in London. In 2022, Margaret has directed the Australian premiere of Labyrinth by Beth Steel at Flight Path and the world premiere of A Grain of Sand by Declan Coyle at KXT, both to rave reviews. She is the co-artistic director of Meraki Arts Bar, a three level arts venue in Sydney and her debut short Through the Window They Came is currently in post-production. She has also done The Goat, or Who is Sylvia?, Jim Got Shot and Project XXX at SUDS and her short film Sugar High was selected for the Sydney Underground Film Festival showcase. She also has assistant directing credits on The Cherry Orchard (Chippen St), Bathory Begins (Q Theatre), This Genuine Moment (Old 505), Animal Farm (New Theatre), the Originate Project (Q Theatre) and The Linden Solution (KXT and Ratcatch). Most recently, she was awarded the prestigious Sandra Bates Director's Award at Ensemble Theatre.

Show Timings

2.16 - Welcome Margaret Thanos

6:09 - Director or Actor?

10:07 - Sandra Bates Director's Award

12:00 - Meraki Arts Bar

16:18 - Queen Hades Productions

21.50 - Where did you activism come from?

24:35 - 1 Minute Theatre Thoughts