Dr Jessica Clarke is a historian and archaeologist, specialising in ancient Roman theatre and entertainment. She grew up on the Isle of Wight and moved to London in 2019 to study at University College London, where she received her BA, MA, and PhD. 

She currently works as an Archaeologist for the Museum of London Archaeology (MOLA) and was awarded the post of ‘Expert in Residence‘ at the Classical Association in January 2025.

As well as academic publications, Jessica has written for The Times Literary Supplement,  BBC History Magazine, History Today, and La Repubblica. Her second book will be published through Nurnberg Literary Agents.