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John Byrne

John Byrne is careers adviser for The Stage and is also a writer, cartoonist, performer and broadcaster

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Maisey Bawden: ‘TV work was a shock to the system but I loved the buzz’

Andrew Linnie: 'Going straight from drama school into a West End show was intimidating'

Pamela Mayoss: 'I can't believe how nervous I was over such a small part'

Pop-up chapel donated to Paperback Theatre for outdoor festival

Advice

Maisey Bawden: ‘TV work was a shock to the system but I loved the buzz’

Kate Mara: ‘Lifelong learning is essential to evolve throughout your career’

Julia Farino: 'I decided to share my experiences to help other actors navigate the industry'

Andrew Linnie: 'Going straight from drama school into a West End show was intimidating'

Recommended for you

Maisey Bawden: ‘TV work was a shock to the system but I loved the buzz’

Andrew Linnie: 'Going straight from drama school into a West End show was intimidating'

Pamela Mayoss: 'I can't believe how nervous I was over such a small part'

Pop-up chapel donated to Paperback Theatre for outdoor festival