Born in the bustling metropolis of London in the year 1951, Gareth Jones, a notable individual, emerged as the son of Ivor Jones, a renowned BBC Foreign Correspondent, with whom he embarked on numerous expeditions to Germany, India, and Lebanon, fostering a sense of adventure and global awareness from a young age.
Subsequently, Gareth Jones pursued his academic pursuits at Westminster School, London, a prestigious institution, followed by higher education at St John's College, Cambridge, and the Guildhall School of Music and Drama, where he honed his skills in the realm of music and drama.
In the 1970s, Gareth Jones underwent formal training as a theatre director with the Prospect Theatre Company, a renowned organization, during which he had the opportunity to direct various productions, including works by the illustrious playwrights Shakespeare, Brecht, Strindberg, and Chekov, further solidifying his expertise in the field of theatre direction.
After a period of time, he transitioned into a new role, taking on the position of Director of Productions for the esteemed bilingual Welsh/English touring company, Theatr yr Ymylon.
As a freelancer, he went on to work with several prominent theatre companies, including the renowned Royal Court Theatre in London. His impressive portfolio also includes collaborations with the esteemed Swan Theatre in Worcester and Theatr Clwyd in Mold.
During this time, he had the opportunity to direct his own original plays, including "My People" and "Solidarity".
Noted thespian and wordsmith, Jones, expanded his creative repertoire beyond the realm of theatre, venturing into the realm of historical fiction with the publication of two novels, "Lord Of Misrule" and "Noble Savage", which respectively transported readers to the picturesque Welsh countryside, eerily reminiscent of his family's ancestral home.
Noteworthy was the early career trajectory of the television director, which commenced in 1980 with a comprehensive training program at HTV Wales, a renowned broadcasting institution. Following his formative years, he made a pivotal move to Granada TV, a prominent television production company, where he honed his skills as a director, responsible for the helm of the iconic British soap opera, "Coronation Street". Additionally, he demonstrated his versatility by directing the critically acclaimed comedy drama, "Brass", which garnered widespread recognition and accolades. Furthermore, he played a key role in the production of "Albion Market", a notable television series, and served as the pioneering producer, laying the groundwork for the show's success.
From the period spanning 1984 to 1987, renowned television writer and director, Jones, made significant contributions to the small screen by crafting original television miniseries, "Fighting Back" and "Shalom Salaam", which he not only penned but also brought to life through his direction.
The remarkable miniseries "Shalom Salaam" garnered widespread acclaim, ultimately earning a prestigious collection of awards, including the esteemed Cannes FIPA Best Actress award and the SACD Best Screenplay award, which it received in the year 1988.
Renowned television director, Jones has had the distinction of helming a diverse array of projects for esteemed broadcasting institutions, including the BBC and Channel 4. Among his notable credits are the critically acclaimed "The Trial Of Klaus Barbie", a gripping dramatization of the infamous war criminal's trial, as well as the beloved children's program "Watch With Mother", which has been delighting young audiences for generations.
Notably, during the 1990s, he embarked on a groundbreaking project, collaborating as both director and co-writer of the meticulously crafted, three-hour documentary masterpiece, "Au Nom Du Meme Pere/Born Of The One Father", which was proudly broadcasted by the esteemed television networks Channel 4 and TF1.
Noted screenwriter, Jones, has amassed a substantial portfolio of work, with a significant focus on European productions, boasting an impressive array of credits that include the critically acclaimed "Verbotene Zone", the thought-provoking "Sonntags Geoeffnet", the poignant "Un Cadeau La Vie", the historical drama "Bonhoeffer - Agent Of Grace", the emotionally charged "Nicht Ohne Dich", the biblical epic "Joseph", the captivating "Mary Magdalen", the intense "Thomas", and the biblically inspired "Saul Of Tarsus".
The esteemed filmmaker's debut feature film, "Desire", garnered significant acclaim when it was nominated for Best UK Feature at the prestigious Raindance Film Festival in 2009. This milestone marked the inception of the D-trilogy, a series of feature films produced under the umbrella of his own independent production company, Scenario Films.
