Author: Simon Donovan

Simon was asked to join a team of local theatre practitioners out in Slovenia to choreograph their summer school showcase. Over the course of the week, Simon worked on developing technique and performance for the students as well as looking at vocal technique for their solo songs. This was in collaboration with the Slovenian Vocal… Continue reading Vocal Coach and Choreographer for Summer School

Simon has joined the hugely popular teaching company; West End in Schools. Working closely with the team, Simon is sent out across the country to work with children in Primary Schools. With specially devised workshops, sessions consist of bringing books to life using a range of theatrical skills. “We focus on literacy through performance and… Continue reading Teaching for “WEST END in Schools”

Currently fundraising for the charity Dig Deep. Simon joins a group of 15 climbers to take on the largest free standing mountain in the world, Mount Kilimanjaro! This epic challenge will take place in August 2014 and sees Simon climbing for six days to reach the summit. For more information and to make a donation please… Continue reading Simon climbs Mount Kilimanjaro!

Simon has been invited over to Slovenia to join representatives of the Slovenian Philharmonic Orchestra and their National Arts Council to present three evenings of Musical Theatre repertoire. Under the musical direction and conducting of Simon Dvorsak, Simon will present a whole host of theatre favourites including songs from: Phantom of the Opera, Les Miserable,… Continue reading Simon’s one-man show ‘Til I Hear You Sing!

Joining a hugely talented cast, Simon is delighted to announce he will be playing Ambrose Kemper u/s Cornelius Hackle in Leicester Curve’s Christmas production of Hello, Dolly! Sharing the stage with West End leading lady Janie Dee, taking the title role of Dolly Levi, the show also sees West End favourites: Michael Xavia, Laura Pitt-Pulford and Dale… Continue reading Simon joins cast of Hello, Dolly!

Simon has just been nominated for Best Actor in the Dublin Gay Theatre Festival for his portrayal of Jean Bilodeau in Lilies. Considering the great competition – including international artists from other touring companies – this was a welcome surprise. The play also sees nominations for Best Play, Best Director and another Best Actor nomination… Continue reading “Best Actor” Nomination

Embarking on his first professional UK/International tour, Simon joins the talented cast of Evita! starring Abi Jaye as Eva Peron, Mark Heenehan as Peron and Mark Powel as Che. He is thrilled to be working alongside friend Abigail Matthews who plays The Mistress (Another Suitcase in Another Hall).