Simon K. Bennett

Simon K. Bennett is a lyricist, book writer, author, director, songwriter, designer and artist. With over three decades of experience in and around theatre, he frequently combines his visual art and love of the medium to widespread acclaim. As a designer, he has created productions in the UK and USA, including Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night, Chekhov’s The Three Sisters, and Metropolis: The Musical. In music, Simon has collaborated with artists, producers, and publishers worldwide across diverse genres. He has authored and illustrated numerous children’s books and graphic novels, winning multiple awards in art and design. Notably, three of his graphic novels previously ranked in the top 25 highest-grossing titles on the crowdfunding platform Indiegogo. Simon lives in England, where he continues to develop new theatre projects. He is set to direct Chess the Musical: In Concert at The Forum, Bath in May 2027 for Bath Light Operatic Group.