John Byrne Creative
Building a sustainable career in performance takes more than talent — it takes strategy, self-knowledge and practical guidance from someone who has been inside the industry. John Byrne has spent more than thirty years working as a performer, talent manager and career advisor, including as Resident Career Advisor for The Stage. His book The Always Working Actor: 101 Ways to Stay Inspired, Prepared and Motivated Between Jobs reached number one in Stage & Theatre on Amazon. He brings that depth of experience directly to every coaching session.
How I can help
One-to-One Coaching Session
A focused Zoom session covering whatever stage of your career you are at — auditions, representation, self-taping, career planning or navigating a specific challenge. Includes a follow-up email summarising the session and next steps.
£30 per session
Coaching Block
A series of sessions tailored to your goals, building on each conversation with a clear direction of travel. Block bookings are available at a discounted rate — get in touch to discuss what would work best for you.
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Downloadable Resources
Practical guides, workbooks and career tools for actors at every stage — from getting started to professional development. Available immediately from the store.
The Always Working Actor
John's Amazon number one bestseller in Stage & Theatre — 101 practical strategies to stay inspired, prepared and motivated between jobs. Available now on Amazon.
John Byrne in conversation
Full length interview with Fable Fox Media — covering John's career as an acting agent and The Stage columnist
A preview of John's two-and-a-half hour masterclass for Act On This, based on his Amazon number one book
What people say
"I attended the Careers Workshop with John Byrne and left with such a strong sense of direction on where to go next with my acting career."
"John's career advice has helped me reach my goal of working with Oscar winning actors and directors."
Selected reading — from The Stage and Substack
Whether you'd like to book a session, ask about block coaching, or simply find out more, use the form below and John will get back to you directly.
Practical tools for actors and creative professionals — available to download immediately.
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