Biography
ProfessionalKevin is a designer with over 15 years of experience in theatre and opera. Studied at Durham University and on the Motley Theatre Design Course.
Recent work has included Cinderella (Derby Theatre), Private lives (Torch Theatre), Anna Hibiscus’ Song (Utopia Theatre Co), The Girl Next Door (SJT), A Brief History of Women (59E59 Theaters, NY) Coram Boy (Nottingham Playhouse), Songs from the Seven Hills (Crucible Theatre), The Last Seam (Cast), The Frontline (Curve) and Home Girl (Derby Theatre)
As a former secondary school teacher he enjoys working on community and participation projects as well as fully professional productions.
He is increasingly using a digital design process, and interested in how this further impacts theatre design.
The Girl Next Door





Designer
2021
Stephen Joseph Theatre
Alan Ayckbourn’s 85th play set in two neighbouring houses in London. At number 15 Rob and his sister Alex are trapped in a lockdown of 2020 whilst at number 17 Lily is in 1942, in the middle of WW2.
Designed for The Round action takes place in the two kitchens and their gardens. Number 17 suffers from a bomb drop which results in a time shift, and a kitchen upgrade to 2020. Interesting transformations were required as this all takes place with the audience watching.
Credits:
Alan Ayckbourn
Jason Taylor
Cinderella




Designer
2023
Derby Theatre
Derby Theatre
Cinderella, set in rural Derbyshire this was new version by Annie Siddons.
Credits:
Annie Siddons
Bryn Holding
Rachel Cleary
Contact Kevin
Website: http://kevjenkins.co.uk
Twitter: @cageyjenkins
Instagram: @kevinjenkinsdesigns