Writer. Performer. Director.
Camille Dawson is a critically acclaimed comedy writer, performer and director. She is the founder and Artistic Director of Frisky Arts. Camille has written and performed in original theatre pieces (PUSSY, Girl World, Night on Boob Mountain), carving out a multi-art, absurdist and comedic style.
She is motivated by writing comedic, anarchic and surrealist scripts with honest female experiences at its heart.
Her work has been described as “genius” (Broadway Baby), “comedy gold” (The Authentic Project) and “universally relatable” (A Younger Theatre).
She has performed her work nationally and internationally at venues including: The Pleasance Theatre London, Bristol Old Vic, Camden People’s Theatre, The Albany Theatre and New Diorama, receiving 5-star reviews and sell out houses.
Beyond her original work, Camille is a collaborator with: Emergency Exit Arts, Punchdrunk, Blue Mouth Inc and more.
She was a recent recipient of Arts Council England 'Develop Your Creative Practice' fund and will be spending this year focusing on her solo playwrighting.
Camille is an associate artist at The Albany Theatre and New Diorama.