Jacob Wu

Jacob Wu is a theatre designer and a scenographer from Hong Kong. He was trained in Scenography (MFA, Royal Central School of Speech and Drama), complementing his academic foundation in Set and Costume Design acquired in his hometown. Jacob’s work explores the intricate relationship between migration, diaspora and their living space. His work was staged at numerous venues, including the Museum of Home and the Crypt Gallery. His performative workshop Be Right Back explores from the lens of children in perceiving the uncertainties of a daunting world way larger than them; the piece was staged at the Stockholm Fringe Festival 2023 and won the Audience Choice Award. Apart from his previous residency as a set designer at Chung Ying Theatre Company (HK), Jacob has crafted site-specific installations and assisted in the design of Giselle for the National Ballet of Japan (2022). Currently, Jacob also serves as a Specialist Technician at Wimbledon College of Arts, UAL, where he works with students to hone their skills in model making and set design and supervises technical workshops.

“I'm thrilled and honoured to have been selected as an Elemental Artist. This programme provides an incredible platform to hone my skills and explore new creative endeavours, pushing the boundaries of what I can achieve. I'm excited to work with an amazing team and learn from my cohort, who come from different disciplines. I also find that the Watermill Theatre is deeply rooted in the community, and I’m thrilled to be a part of it.”