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David Overend is a researcher focused on interdisciplinary education, art, and performance. He is currently the Programme Director for the MA (Hons) Interdisciplinary Futures at the Edinburgh Futures Institute. His publications include 'Performance in the Field: Interdisciplinary Practice-as-Research' (Palgrave Macmillan, 2023) and 'Making Routes: Journeys in Performance, 2010-2020' (Triarchy Press, 2021). David's research delves into the intersections of art and education, utilizing creative methodologies to explore collaboration and the creative process within various environments. As a director, he has worked with institutions like the National Theatre of Great Britain and has led numerous award-winning productions internationally. David actively supervises PhD candidates and is involved in projects that enhance interdisciplinary learning, such as the Toolkit for Interdisciplinary Learning and Teaching (TILT). His artistic research includes collaborations with scientists, geographers, and artists on ecological projects and engagements with Scottish theatre, particularly in the realm of new writing. He holds various positions including Senior Fellow at the Higher Education Academy and acts as an external examiner for multiple universities. David also chairs the board of trustees for Quiet Revolution, a humanist charity.
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