Derek Killeen

Derek became Artistic Director of the Garrick in 1979 and, during his three-year tenure, he also became Theatre Administrator in 1980.

His directorial credits include Charley's Aunt, Abigail's Party, When We Are Married, The Merchant of Venice, and The Importance of Being Earnest.

Prior to joining the Garrick, he worked in the Drama Department at Bristol University and as Production Manager at Liverpool Playhouse.

Later in his career, after leaving the Garrick, he became the Artistic Director of the Peterborough Key Theatre from 1992- 2001, where he used his Garrick experience to the full by starting a Drama School and introducing Musical Theatre.

Derek died in 2004.