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.

Ian Curran

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.

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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. 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.

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Experience Level

Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Producer & Theatre Programmer at Handshake Ltd
October 1, 2025 - October 7, 2025
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 at Curran Media Group Ltd
September 1, 2023 - Present
Content writer & digital media creator.
Content Writer & Digital Media Creator at A Techy Group
February 28, 2021 - October 7, 2025
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 at Self-Employed / Various Stage Schools
January 1, 2015 - Present
Devising and delivering drama workshops to children aged 5-18 at The Helen O’Grady Drama Academy, Stagecoach, Make Believe Theatre Arts, and the YSB Theatre Academy.
Actor / Presenter at Freelance
June 1, 2007 - Present
Actor and presenter in London and UK theatre touring productions; Presenter and Script writer for various companies.

Education

Bachelor of Arts with Honours (2:1) in English Literature / Drama at The University of Sheffield
January 11, 2030 - October 7, 2025
GCSEs (A-C grades) at The Hulme Grammar School, Oldham
January 11, 2030 - October 7, 2025
BA Hons in English Literature/Drama at The University of Sheffield
January 11, 2030 - October 7, 2025
A-Levels at The Hulme Grammar School, Oldham
January 11, 2030 - October 7, 2025
GCSEs (A-C Grades) at The Hulme Grammar School, Oldham
January 11, 2030 - October 7, 2025
BA (Hons) English Literature / Drama at The University of Sheffield
January 11, 2030 - October 7, 2025
A-Levels at The Hulme Grammar School, Oldham
January 11, 2030 - October 7, 2025
GCSEs at The Hulme Grammar School, Oldham
January 11, 2030 - October 7, 2025
BA Hons in English Literature/Drama at The University of Sheffield
January 11, 2030 - October 7, 2025
A-Levels at The Hulme Grammar Sixth Form College, Oldham
January 11, 2030 - October 7, 2025
GCSEs (A-C grades) at The Hulme Grammar School, Oldham
January 11, 2030 - October 7, 2025

Qualifications

Enhanced DBS certificate (Online Update Service)
January 11, 2030 - October 7, 2025
Emergency First Aid at Work
January 11, 2030 - October 7, 2025
Paediatric First Aid – Level Three
January 11, 2030 - October 7, 2025
Chaperone Safeguarding Children – Level One
January 11, 2030 - October 7, 2025
Enhanced DBS Certificate (Online Update Service)
January 11, 2030 - October 7, 2025
Emergency First Aid at Work
January 11, 2030 - October 7, 2025
Paediatric First Aid Level Three
January 11, 2030 - October 7, 2025
Licensed Chaperone
January 11, 2030 - October 7, 2025
Safeguarding Children – Level One
January 11, 2030 - October 7, 2025
Enhanced DBS Certificate (Online Update Service)
January 11, 2030 - October 7, 2025
Emergency First Aid at Work
January 11, 2030 - October 7, 2025
Paediatric First Aid Level Three
January 11, 2030 - October 7, 2025
Safeguard in Children – Level One
January 11, 2030 - October 7, 2025
TV Presenter for Cruise 1 Holidays on Sky TV
January 11, 2030 - October 7, 2025
Emergency First Aid at Work
January 11, 2030 - October 7, 2025
Paediatric First Aid
January 11, 2030 - October 7, 2025
Level Three Licensed Chaperone Safeguarding Children – Level One
January 11, 2030 - October 7, 2025

Industry Experience

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