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Entertainment Industry Career Advisor. Columnist for The Stage, the world's longest established theatre & acting newspaper.

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dearjohnbyrne.bsky.social @dearjohnbyrne.bsky.social · Aug 31

Hello Bluesky friends. Introduction: I'm the Career Advisor for The Stage-the oldest & theatrical industry newspaper in the world. My job is to help actors, writers, singers & other creatives in the world Theatre, Film & TV. navigate career & business issues via coaching, workshops & publications

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Yashar Ali 🐘 @yasharali.bsky.social · 2d

Dolly Parton’s sister, Freida Parton, is asking for people to pray for her sister’s health.

Verified Facebook post by Freida Parton. The caption reads:

“Last night, I was up all night praying for my sister, Dolly. Many of you know she hasn’t been feeling her best lately. I truly believe in the power of prayer, and I have been lead to ask all of the world that loves her to be prayer warriors and pray with me. She’s strong, she’s loved, and with all the prayers being lifted for her, I know in my heart she’s going to be just fine. Godspeed, my sissy Dolly. We all love you! ❤️”

Below the caption is a photo of Dolly Parton standing outdoors in front of lush green ivy, hands clasped in prayer, wearing a shiny silver outfit with lace-trimmed sleeves, her signature blonde hair styled in soft curls, looking upward serenely.

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KOJAMF🤘🖤🤘 @kojamf.bsky.social · 5d

Dr. Jane Goodall filmed an interview with Netflix in March 2025 that she understood would only be released after her death.

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dearjohnbyrne.bsky.social @dearjohnbyrne.bsky.social · 6d

My late Dad's absolute favorite show. He'll be queueing up at the Pearly Gates for an autograph 💔 #RIPHyacinth

The Stage @thestage.co.uk · 6d

Actor Patricia Routledge has died aged 96.

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Patricia Routledge dies aged 96

Stay up to date with breaking UK theatre exclusives, casting updates, plus West End and regional UK show announcements from The Stage, the industry's trusted source.

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dearjohnbyrne.bsky.social @dearjohnbyrne.bsky.social · 13d

Saying it with my whole chest: #OnwardWithAvaDuVernay #Substack showcases one of the world’s great filmmakers & community leader's writing: powerful, potent & timely as her screen masterpieces. Grateful to @duvernay.bsky.social for the tee & your ongoing work for justice in art, activism & beyond.

dearjohnbyrne.bsky.social @dearjohnbyrne.bsky.social · 15d

Well, that didn't escalate quickly...

Marco Foster @marcofoster.bsky.social · 16d

Donald Trump and Melania get on an escalator at the UN and it immediately stops working 🤣

dearjohnbyrne.bsky.social @dearjohnbyrne.bsky.social · 15d

I was just rewatching 1958 Dracula last night & thinking about this story-thank you for saving me the search 😀🙏🏻

dearjohnbyrne.bsky.social @dearjohnbyrne.bsky.social · 16d

Barbara Shelley is brilliant in this, going from timid to vamp with much aplomb...she said she accidentally swallowed a fang while being staked but kept on screaming-true acting commitment. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

dearjohnbyrne.bsky.social @dearjohnbyrne.bsky.social · 17d

Yes I had the pleasure of congratulating one of my coaching clients on her primetime TV show being commissioned...the result of several years of seed sowing 🪴 Thank you for asking 🙏🏻

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dearjohnbyrne.bsky.social @dearjohnbyrne.bsky.social · 17d

Thank you Aurora. 🙏🏻 I would have to say consistancy: not every seed will blossom but keep sowing and some will.

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dearjohnbyrne.bsky.social @dearjohnbyrne.bsky.social · 20d

Writer Question for Parents, Grandparents, Teachers or anyone else with 3-5 year olds around: if they have a tablet (ie to watch cartoons, play games etc) what do they call it: "My tablet" or something else?
Thank you 🙏🏻

dearjohnbyrne.bsky.social @dearjohnbyrne.bsky.social · 20d

I don't know Colman personally but I have many friends who do and the stories of kindness & encouragement they share on a private & public front are myriad. A true star 💫

dearjohnbyrne.bsky.social @dearjohnbyrne.bsky.social · 20d

Thank you Elaine 🙏🏻

dearjohnbyrne.bsky.social @dearjohnbyrne.bsky.social · Sep 10

I’m currently researching a feature for The Stage on the role of drama schools in today’s industry.
While schools will be invited to outline the advantages of training, I’d also like to represent UK based voices who feel drama school is not the only viable route. DM or [email protected]

dearjohnbyrne.bsky.social @dearjohnbyrne.bsky.social · Sep 8

Great question. I think it would be "Everyone else is in work except me." They may not express it in those words, and it's always been a feeling many actors stuggle with-but social media has amplified it expotentially.

dearjohnbyrne.bsky.social @dearjohnbyrne.bsky.social · Sep 3

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Beyond Spotlight: How Actors Can Still Be Seen and Get Work.

How to keep finding castings, stay visible, and move your career forward even if you can’t afford the casting directory subscription.

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dearjohnbyrne.bsky.social @dearjohnbyrne.bsky.social · Sep 3

With the UK High Court case brought by #Equity against #Spotlight ending in favour of uncapped fees, my latest piece is for the increasing number of #Actors who cannot afford to stay (or join in first place) #Theatresky

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Beyond Spotlight: How Actors Can Still Be Seen and Get Work.

How to keep finding castings, stay visible, and move your career forward even if you can’t afford the casting directory subscription.

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dearjohnbyrne.bsky.social @dearjohnbyrne.bsky.social · Aug 28

Sílim gurb é an dara ceann is ceart ach le '23ú lá' is lú an seans go gcaillfidh mé an coinne

dearjohnbyrne.bsky.social @dearjohnbyrne.bsky.social · Aug 28

The tap dance finale with the steps extending across the stage is AMAZING live 💫

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Fair Political Coverage - we want to hear from ALL our parties @fairpoliticsnow.bsky.social · Aug 27

If you’re waking up to yet another news programme on tv or radio that is over platforming REFORM with 4 MPs and not mentioning any other opposition party, you know what to do. Sign here and get anyone else you know to sign. Fair coverage now. Takes 30 seconds petition.parliament.uk/petitions/71...

Petition: Ensure plurality of political coverage across UK broadcast media at all times

We want to ensure that a plurality of views from all political parties in Westminster are represented and the nations parliaments are heard all year round, not just election times. The rules for coverage during elections should apply at all times.

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dearjohnbyrne.bsky.social @dearjohnbyrne.bsky.social · Aug 21

Once a year I run a Pay What You Can Weekend for ADHD creative coaching. Link is now open. Book before 8pm Mon 25 Aug & discount applies (sessions can be taken later). You don't need a formal diagnosis. Please share for or DM for more details.

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dearjohnbyrne.bsky.social @dearjohnbyrne.bsky.social · Aug 18

If you are going to doubt any aspect of yourself today, make it your doubts. That way you can focus more energy on your talent.

dearjohnbyrne.bsky.social @dearjohnbyrne.bsky.social · Aug 14

Not even a year yet, and Washington is now a sundown town 😡😪

Raider @iwillnotbesilenced.bsky.social · Aug 12

Martial Law 2025:
Washington DC
8/11/25

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dearjohnbyrne.bsky.social @dearjohnbyrne.bsky.social · Aug 13

Those who refuse to learn the lessons of history are busy making sure nobody else learns them either 🤢

The Washington Post @washingtonpost.com · Aug 12

Breaking news: The White House will launch an aggressive review of Smithsonian exhibitions, collections and operations ahead of America’s 250th birthday celebrations next year.

White House announces more aggressive review of Smithsonian museums

In a letter to the Smithsonian’s leader, White House officials said they would review exhibition text, curation, exhibition planning and collections starting with eight museums.

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dearjohnbyrne.bsky.social @dearjohnbyrne.bsky.social · Aug 9

Princess Aura was so far ahead of her time. Such an assertive character in a time when most sci-fi females were just there to be rescued. So sorry Priscilla Lawson didn't get more lead roles after.

dearjohnbyrne.bsky.social @dearjohnbyrne.bsky.social · Aug 9

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