Ian Curran

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I am a writer and lyricist, having written the children's book The Owl That Could Only Twit and the book and lyrics for Sleeping Beauty The Musical. E DAY Proms and K-POP Dance Heroes.

About

I am a writer and lyricist, having written the children’s book The Owl That Could Only Twit and the book and lyrics for Sleeping Beauty The Musical. I have also written the theatrical productions, OH WHAT A NIGHT, The V.E DAY Proms and K-POP Dance Heroes.

I am an experienced actor and presenter, having co-hosted the Cruise First Holiday programme on Sky TV and performed for companies such as Disney, Royal Caribbean Cruises and the BBC. I have also appeared in commercials for Renault, TGI Fridays and Haribo.

I have worked as a Creative Producer and Programmer for a theatrical production and promotions company, and also as a Copywriter and Podcast Host for a Media Agency.

  • Joined October 2025

Languages

  • EnglishFluent

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Education
  • Professional Services
  • Travel & Hospitality
  • Other
  • Retail

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Projects · 1

Work experience· 5 roles

Producer & Theatre Programmer · Handshake LtdOct 2025 – Oct 2025 · 1 mo

Producing and promoting theatre shows; negotiating financial deals, contracting, and project management; representing artists and running diary management for multiple acts such as Russell Watson, Showaddywaddy, Max Boyce and Dr Hook.

Writer/Director · Curran Media Group LtdSep 2023 – Present · 3 yrs 3 mos

Content writer & digital media creator.

Content Writer & Digital Media Creator · A Techy GroupFeb 2021 – Oct 2025 · 4 yrs 9 mos

Writing content for online publications; liaising with SMEs to develop brand identity and deliver SEO-focused material; collaborating with graphic designers, web developers and social media account managers to present new and exciting marketing campaigns.

Drama Teacher / Workshop Facilitator · Self-Employed / Various Stage SchoolsJan 2015 – Present · 11 yrs 11 mos
Actor / Presenter · FreelanceJun 2007 – Present · 19 yrs 6 mos

Education· 11

Bachelor of Arts with Honours (2:1) in English Literature / Drama · The University of Sheffield2030 – 2025
GCSEs (A-C grades) · The Hulme Grammar School, Oldham2030 – 2025
BA Hons in English Literature/Drama · The University of Sheffield2030 – 2025
A-Levels · The Hulme Grammar School, Oldham2030 – 2025

Certifications and awards· 17

Enhanced DBS certificate (Online Update Service)2030 – 2025
Emergency First Aid at Work2030 – 2025
Paediatric First Aid – Level Three2030 – 2025
Chaperone Safeguarding Children – Level One2030 – 2025

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