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Creative Theatrical Director | Associate & Resident Director

Jack Horner is a theatrical director and creative professional with a strong record of work across international productions. known for his strong leadership, dynamic vision, meticulous storytelling, and ability to bring productions to life with authenticity and innovation. With over 20 years of experience across theatre, film, and live entertainment, he has worked on some of the world’s most iconic productions, guiding performers and creative teams to deliver compelling and high-caliber performances.

Jack’s creative contributions include Moulin Rouge! at the Piccadilly Theatre, MJ the Musical at the Prince Edward Theatre, Disney’s Frozen across Europe, Antony & Cleopatra at Shakespeare’s Globe, Beauty & the Beast at the Palladium, Wendy & Peter Pan at the RSC, and the world-renowned Cirque du Soleil. He has also directed and choreographed for high-profile commercial projects, including Sky Sports’ The Greatest Show.

Drawing on extensive experience in narrative storytelling, movement direction, aerial and acrobatic staging, puppetry, stage combat, and illusion design, Jack brings a highly visual and physical approach to storytelling. His expertise in maintaining the integrity of the vision while supporting performers to achieve their best work makes him an invaluable leader in any creative process. His ability to seamlessly merge technical precision with emotional depth ensures that every production he guides is both visually stunning and deeply resonant.

As the Founder and Senior Creative Director of AcrobaticArts Circus Entertainment, Jack has established a leading creative agency, curating top-tier talent and pushing the boundaries of theatrical and circus arts. His ability to foster innovation and collaboration has made AcrobaticArts a hub of creativity within the industry.

Passionate about nurturing talent and crafting unforgettable theatrical experiences, Jack approaches every project with a commitment to excellence, a deep understanding of performance, and a drive to create productions that inspire and captivate audiences worldwide.

www.jackhorner.co.uk | www.linkedin.com/in/hornerjack | www.acrobaticarts.co.uk