John Byrne

RADA’s head of film, TV and radio tells John Byrne why it was so important to share her industry knowledge and offers advice for students and graduates

Teaching came naturally to actor and theatremaker Aimee Shields, and the pandemic gave her the opportunity to write and direct for educational organisations, including Leeds Conservatoire and Hellcat Theatre. She gives John Byrne her take on training and the industry

“Promote it, don’t demote it” – Westminster Kingsway College drama course leader Rob Alexander shares his tips for drama students and graduates, encouraging them to create, not wait

As the skills shortage continues, course leaders and tutors tell John Byrne how they are preparing students for today’s industry

‘Know your worth.’ Joseph Bryant recalls his backstage experiences working as part of the Pleasance London technical team

The director tells The Stage about his first job in youth theatre, before Emma Rice and Spymonkey gave him his first break, and how it’s still scary – but fun – doing it today

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Nadine Page, clinical director at the Creative Well and music industry specialist in mental health and addictions, gives her advice for taking care of your well-being