Joan Littlewood and East 15 Acting School blue plaque

This blue commemorative plaque records: Margaret Walker (1922-2013) founder of the East 15 Acting School and theatre workshop director Joan Littlewood (1914-2002) remembered here Recorded plaque organisation: Loughton Town Council.

Joan Littlewood was a pioneering British theatre director known for her innovative and politically engaged productions; she co-founded the Theatre Workshop, which significantly influenced British theatre. Margaret Walker, inspired by Littlewood's work, established East 15 Acting School, continuing Littlewood’s legacy of nurturing actors through practical, ensemble-based training.