Stepping onto an Australian stage for the first time as Dan Goodman in Next to Normal was a moment I’ll always remember. It was exciting, humbling and a role that asked for complete honesty. Returning to musical theatre in a new country, surrounded by an incredibly talented cast and creative team, I wasn’t quite sure…

Simon is thrilled to announce that he has been cast as Dan Goodman in Sydney Musical Theatre’s production of Next to Normal. This Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning rock musical runs from 9–26 July 2026 at the Greenhalgh Theatre, Lindfield — and tickets are on sale now. Get your tickets: sydneymusicaltheatre.com.au/next-to-normal

Simon Donovan made his Sydney debut performing as Lead Vocalist at the Broadway Supper Club, part of the celebrated VIVID Sydney 2025 festival, held at the iconic Mary’s Underground. Curated by Michelle Gutherie, the evening brought together some of Sydney’s finest musical theatre talent for a night of cabaret and song — and marked an…

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…

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…

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,…

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…

Simon has received a Best Actor nomination at the Dublin Theatre Festival for his portrayal of Jean Bilodeau in Lilies, the acclaimed play by Michel Marc Bouchard. The nomination is a particular honour given the strength of the competition, which included international artists from touring companies across the festival. Lilies also received nominations for Best…

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).