Researcher, Educator & Dramaturg
Giovanna Di
Martino

Researcher, Educator, and Dramaturg exploring how ancient stories live on, evolve, and shape cultures and identities.

About Me
10+
Years Engaging
with Classics, Performance, & Translation
35+
Publications
(Books, Chapters, Articles)
50+
Conference Papers Delivered
20+
Conferences Organised & Curated
10+
Countries Engaged

I’m a researcher, educator, and dramaturg working at the intersection of classics, translation, theatre and performance studies. I’m currently Honorary Leventis Research Fellow in Ancient Greek Literature at UCL and a collaborator on two international projects —Translating Ancient Drama and Performing the Classics under Fascism — at Oxford’s Archive of Performances of Greek and Roman Drama, where I’ve worked on theatre archives and practice-based research since 2017. With a D.Phil from the University of Oxford and teaching experience across the UK (UCL & Oxford), Italy (Milan, Parma, Trento), and the US (Notre Dame, Indiana), my academic work focuses on translation, reception, and the politics of performance—especially in early modern and fascist contexts.

My creative practice bridges scholarship and performance: as a dramaturg and translator, I collaborate with directors and performers across Europe to reimagine ancient drama for contemporary audiences. From leading international workshops and inclusive theatre projects to designing education programmes and podcasting on storytelling, theatre, and classical reception, I use performance as both a critical lens and creative tool. I believe that storytelling—whether through ancient tragedy, political comedy, or new adaptations—is a powerful way to foster connection, dialogue, and cultural understanding. Whether you're here for research, collaboration, or creative ideas—welcome!

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Why This Matters

I combine scholarly expertise with creative practice to support projects across theatre, education, and public engagement. From translating scripts and advising on dramaturgy to leading collaborative workshops and evaluating research outputs, I bring critical insight and imaginative thinking to every stage of a project.

  • Dramaturg

    Supporting creative teams in shaping the narrative, structure, and interpretation of performances

  • Translator

    Translating for theatre & businesses from and to English and Italian, and from French, Ancient Greek, Latin into English and/or Italian

  • Research Consultan

    Advising on structure, clarity, and critical framing in both academic and creative research projects

  • Creative Project Lead

    Coordinating interdisciplinary and cross-sector projects that blend research, performance, and outreach

  • Dramaturg

    Supporting creative teams in shaping the narrative, structure, and interpretation of performances

  • Translator

    Translating for theatre & businesses from and to English and Italian, and from French, Ancient Greek, Latin into English and/or Italian

  • Research Consultan

    Advising on structure, clarity, and critical framing in both academic and creative research projects

  • Creative Project Lead

    Coordinating interdisciplinary and cross-sector projects that blend research, performance, and outreach

My Journey
Education
D.Phil. in Classical Languages and Literature
St Hilda’s College, University of Oxford - (2015–2019)
MA in Ancient Philology, Literature, and History
University of Milan - (2012–2014)
Visiting Scholar in Classics
University of Notre Dame – (2014)
BA in Philosophy and Literature
University of Milan - (2009–2012)
Teaching & Training
HEA Fellowship
University College London - (2024)
PGCE Equivalent (TFA) in Classical Languages and Literature
University of Milan - (2014–2015) 
Developing Learning and Teaching Course
University of Oxford - (2017)
Academic & Research Positions
A.G. Leventis Research Fellow in Ancient Greek Literature
UCL- (2020–2025)
Lecturer in Classics
St Anne’s College, Oxford - (2019–2020)
Archivist Administrator
Archive of Performances of Greek and Roman Drama, Oxford - (2019)
Language Instructor (Ancient Greek)
Department for Continuing Education, Oxford - (2018–2020)
Language Instructor (Latin & Ancient Greek)
Faculty of Classics, Oxford - (2016–2019)
Services You can Contact Me for
Performance & Dramaturgy
Dramaturgy & Script Development

Shaping stories from page to stage.
I collaborate with creative teams to craft, structure, and refine scripts—especially classical adaptations and multilingual pieces—bringing deep historical insight and contemporary relevance to the work.

Translation & Adaptation

Words that move—across languages and time.
I translate and adapt texts from and into English, Italian, French, Ancient Greek, and Latin, with a focus on theatre, storytelling, and cross-cultural resonance.

Creative Project Development

Bridging research, performance, and public life.
From concept to production, I help shape interdisciplinary, impact-driven projects that blend scholarship with storytelling.

Education
Workshop Design & Facilitation

Where ideas come alive.
I lead engaging, practice-based workshops that explore performance, translation, and classical literature—tailored for students, professionals, and community groups alike.

Education & Outreach Consultant

Making the ancient world accessible, inclusive, and engaging.
I support schools, museums, and cultural organisations in designing creative learning experiences that connect ancient texts to today’s learners.

Curriculum & Programme Design

Innovating how we teach the classics.
I co-develop modules, summer schools, and enrichment programmes that blend theory, practice, and public engagement—both in the UK and across Europe.

Research & Consultancy
Research Consulting & Editorial Support

Helping ideas find their form.
Whether you're preparing a publication, developing a research bid, or shaping an impact case study, I provide strategic, structural, and editorial support across academic and creative disciplines.

Public Speaking & Event Curation

Creating conversations that matter.
Available for lectures, panels, podcasts, and symposia—on topics from ancient drama to translation, cultural memory, and theatre as public engagement.

Digital & Theatre Archive Strategy

Preserving performance for future storytelling.
I advise on archiving live and digital work, with a focus on accessibility, audience connection, and long-term research value.

Research & Publications

My research explores classical reception, translation, and performance studies, with a focus on:

  • Practice-Research & Archives

    Applying performance-based methodologies and archival theory to the study of classical texts

  • Translation & Performance Theories

    Investigating translation and performances as transformative processes that shape theatre and culture from antiquity to modernity.

  • Fascism(s) & the Classics

    Examining the appropriation of ancient drama under fascist and authoritarian regimes in theatre and other media.

Research
March 26, 2025

F. Macintosh, G. Di Martino, ‘Archiving and Interpreting Greek Theatre: The Archive as Engine Room and Digital Hub’, FuturoClassico 7…

Research
November 28, 2021

G. Di Martino, ‘The Reception of Aeschylus in 16th-century Italy: The Case of Coriolano Martirano’s Prometheus Bound (1556)’, in Making…

Research
November 28, 2021

  E. Ioannidou, G. Di Martino, S. Troiani (eds.), (Re)Living Greece and Rome: Performances of Classical Antiquity under Fascism, Fascism: Journal of…

Research & Publications

My research explores classical reception, translation, and performance studies, with a focus on practice-research & archives (applying performance-based methodologies and archival theory to the study of classical texts); translation & performance theory and practice across time; fascism(s) and the Classics

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Translation & Dramaturgy in Practice: Impact and Creative Collaboration

I combine scholarly expertise with creative practice to support projects across theatre, education, and public engagement. From translating scripts and advising on dramaturgy to leading collaborative workshops and evaluating research outputs, I bring critical insight and imaginative thinking to every stage of a project.

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Public Engagement & Outreach
I work with schools, theatres, and cultural institutions to make classical stories accessible and relevant today. From designing workshops and resources to hosting public conversations and inclusive performances, I help bring academic ideas to life beyond the classroom.
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Project Management & Event Planning
I design and deliver events that connect people, ideas, and practice. Whether it's a multi-day conference, a cross-institutional and international programme, or a creative symposium, I bring structure, imagination, and collaboration to every stage of planning and delivery.
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Teaching & Pedagogy
I create inclusive, experience-led learning environments where ancient texts meet contemporary questions. Whether teaching Latin, drama, or translation, I design curricula and workshops that empower students to think critically, creatively, and collaboratively.
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Pricing Plans

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Available for Full Time
$1200
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Available for Freelancing
$400
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Available for Hourley Basis
$60
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