Close-up of a man with a beard and blue eyes, smiling slightly, standing outdoors in front of a brick wall.

Arts Council England (ACE) application writer & Access Support worker

Helping artists navigate the funding process with 20 years of industry insight.

Since 2020, I’ve helped over 50 artists and companies develop funding applications
and navigate the Arts Council process.

I also draw on 17 years of experience as a Senior Lecturer teaching theatre arts at the
University of Brighton, helping creative people articulate their ideas in writing.

My approach is also informed by 20+ years of experience as a funded theatre maker.

When I’m not helping with applications or performing shows, I’m often making puppets.

FUNDING support
Theatre Practice
Puppet maker

Press Quotes

  • "Hilarious, bizarre and captivating"

    The Latest  ★★★★★ 

  • “Very, very funny. Not just funny and inventive, but funny in a genuinely fresh new way"

    Fringe Guru ★★★★

  • "it might not be until afterwards that one realizes Naïve Dance Masterclass is just a little bit mind blowing"

    Everything Theatre ★★★★

  • “Rudkin has amazing stage presence. Every time he switches back to his formal lecture mode there’s a moment of realisation at how mad the piece has become" 

    Total Theatre

  • "It’s hard to explain what makes Fake Hip Gnosis so entertaining... this is a show which wrong-foots you at each and every turn"

    Fringe Guru ★★★★