Researcher, Educator & Dramaturg
Giovanna Di
Martino
Martino
Researcher, Educator, and Dramaturg exploring how ancient stories live on, evolve, and shape cultures and identities.
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About Me
10+
Years Engaging
with Classics, Performance, & Translation
with Classics, Performance, & Translation
35+
Publications
(Books, Chapters, Articles)
(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 digital humanities, classics, translation, theatre, and performance studies. I am currently Research Collaborator on the Oxford-based DH project Exploring Digital Futures, where I focus on performance-annotation tools, and holder of a BA/Leverhulme grant (2025-2027) combining archival research, textual analysis, and performance practice to study translations of Greek drama at the Strasbourg Gymnasium (1540–1609).
I am also Honorary Leventis Research Fellow in Ancient Greek Literature at UCL and a collaborator on:
- Translating Ancient Drama (APGRD, Oxford) — translation as embodied, collaborative practice shaped by space, music, and movement.
- Performing the Classics under Fascism (APGRD, Oxford) — political uses of ancient theatre in fascist Italy and Germany.
- Cassandra (Skenè, Verona) — reinterpretations of Cassandra from antiquity to today through reception, disability, and feminist studies.
- Centre for Early Modern Exchanges (UCL, London) — interdisciplinary research on translation, transmission, and cultural exchange in early modern Europe.
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 research focuses on translation, reception, and the politics of performance — particularly 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 international workshops and inclusive theatre projects to education programmes and podcasting, 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!
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.
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)
University College London - (2024)
PGCE Equivalent (TFA) in Classical Languages and Literature
University of Milan - (2014–2015)
University of Milan - (2014–2015)
Developing Learning and Teaching Course
University of Oxford - (2017)
University of Oxford - (2017)
Academic & Research Positions
Research Assistant in ‘Exploring Digital Futures’
Oxford - (2025–present)
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
Education
Tutoring & Language Teaching
Making classical and modern languages accessible and inspiring.
I offer tailored tutoring in Ancient Greek, Latin, English, Italian, and Drama, drawing on over a decade of teaching at Oxford, UCL, and beyond. With a D.Phil in Classical Languages and Literature and experience spanning beginners’ language courses, advanced translation seminars, performance-based workshops, and admissions (at both Oxford and UCL), I help students build confidence and depth in both language and literature. My approach combines rigour with creativity – balancing grammar and vocabulary with close reading, historical context, and performance insight – to support exam preparation, university applications, and general enrichment.
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.
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.
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:
Research
March 26, 2025
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
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 and Rethinking Renaissance:…
Research
November 28, 2021
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
Pricing Plans
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Contact
+44 20 7946 0123
info@codebrit.co
123 Oxford Street, London, W1D 1LT, UK